Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium vs Nest Learning Thermostat

Updated April 2026

Data from Amazon and official Ecobee and Google sites.

2026 verdict

Across the full comparison in 2026, Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium earns the nod. It wins the broader comparison through warranty, included accessories, and sensors, while alerts and voice control helps confirm the result. Nest Learning Thermostat still makes sense if price is your priority, but most buyers should still lean toward Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium. That is enough to make Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium the better pick for most buyers.

Winner

Ecobee

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium

9% OFF

C$329.99

C$300.29

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Google

Nest Learning Thermostat

$239.95

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Feature	Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium	Nest Learning Thermostat	Winner
Price	C$300.29	$239.95	Nest Learning Thermostat
Warranty	3 years	2 years	Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Included accessories	Trim Plate, Temperature Sensor	Trim Plate	Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Sensors	Proximity / Motion, Occupancy, Temperature, Humidity, TVOC, CO₂	Proximity / Motion, Occupancy, Temperature, Humidity, Ambient Light	Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Alerts	Temperature Alerts, Air Quality Alerts, Fire Alerts, Intrude Alerts	Temperature Alerts	Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Voice Control	YES	NO	Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Speaker	YES	NO	Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
Rating	4.4	4.4	Tie
Connectivity	2.4 GHz Wifi, 5 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth	2.4 GHz Wifi, 5 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth	Tie
Integrations	Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, IFTTT, External Temperature Sensors	Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, IFTTT, Matter, External Temperature Sensors	Tie
Screen	YES	YES	Tie
Energy Savings	YES	YES	Tie

Winner

Ecobee

Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium

9% OFF

C$329.99

C$300.29

BUY NOW

+ Warranty: 3 years
+ Included accessories: Trim Plate, Temperature Sensor
+ Sensors: Proximity / Motion, Occupancy, Temperature, Humidity, TVOC, CO₂
- Price: C$300.29 vs $239.95

Google

Nest Learning Thermostat

$239.95

BUY NOW

+ Price: $239.95
- Warranty: 2 years vs 3 years
- Included accessories: Trim Plate vs Trim Plate, Temperature Sensor

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium or Nest Learning Thermostat?: Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for warranty, included accessories, and sensors.
What is the biggest difference between Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium and Nest Learning Thermostat?: Price is one of the clearest differences: Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium lists C$300.29, while Nest Learning Thermostat lists $239.95.
Which one looks better on price?: Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium is listed at C$300.29, while Nest Learning Thermostat is listed at $239.95. Nest Learning Thermostat (better spec).
Who should buy Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium?: Choose Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium if your priority is warranty and included accessories and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Nest Learning Thermostat?: Choose Nest Learning Thermostat if your priority is price and that matters more than warranty.

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