Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential vs Nest Learning Thermostat

The Nest Learning Thermostat wins overall, with a higher owner rating, a self-learning schedule, more sensors, Matter support and an included trim plate. The Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential counters with a lower price, a three-year warranty, a color touchscreen and Apple Home support.

Automation and display. The Nest Learning Thermostat builds its own schedule by learning your routine and supports Matter, while the Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential offers a color touchscreen, Apple Home support and a broader alert suite.

The Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential supports Apple Home but not Matter, while the Nest Learning Thermostat supports Matter but not Apple Home. Choose based on your smart home platform.

The Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential has a three-year warranty (versus two years on the Nest) and a wider alert suite including intrusion alerts, where the Nest Learning Thermostat mainly offers temperature alerts.

Buyers who want a color touchscreen, Apple Home compatibility, more alerts and a longer three-year warranty at a lower price, and who do not need self-learning or Matter.

Anyone who wants a self-learning thermostat with occupancy and ambient-light sensing, Matter support, an included trim plate and a choice of metal finishes.