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C-wire requirement flexibility
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Smart Thermostats
#1
Google Nest Learning Thermostat 4th Gen
Reviews say the thermostat can be installed without a C-wire, though another notes you can still use a common wire if you have one.
#2
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
The included power extender kit is framed as helpful for setups that do not have a common wire.
#3
ecobee Smart Thermostat Enhanced
The thermostat still expects a common wire, but the supported adapter path makes installation more flexible than a strict C-wire-only design.
#4
ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential
Every installation-focused review says a C-wire is required, though several note separate adapter or extender-kit workarounds.