Best for utility demand-response support
Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium
4.5 feature score
Highest scored product for this feature based on supporting review evidence.
Highest scored product for this feature based on supporting review evidence.
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Time-of-use support is praised by one reviewer as a way to save money by shifting AC use around peak pricing.
Pros: conventional HVAC compatibility, touchscreen responsiveness
Cons: presence-based automation
Utility demand-response support was a weak spot for one reviewer because their utility provider was not available.
Pros: Wi-Fi stability, Apple Home/HomeKit support
Cons: utility demand-response support, HVAC system compatibility depth