Ecobee

Ecobee makes smart thermostats, room sensors, and doorbell cameras that help you manage your home's temperature and security. The company's main product is a line of Wi-Fi-connected thermostats that let you adjust heating and cooling from your phone, set schedules, and track energy use. Their Smart Thermostat Premium and Smart Thermostat Essential models are the current top sellers, with prices starting around $110. Ecobee also sells a Smart Doorbell Camera (wired) and various sensor packs that detect temperature and occupancy in different rooms.

The thermostats work by learning your daily patterns and automatically adjusting the temperature to save energy when you're away or asleep. You can control everything through the Ecobee app or use voice commands with Alexa, Google Assistant, or Apple HomeKit. The room sensors help eliminate hot and cold spots by telling the thermostat which rooms are occupied and should be prioritized. For security, the doorbell camera streams live video and lets you talk to visitors. Ecobee also offers a professional monitoring service for its security bundles, starting at $5 per month with no contracts.

Ecobee is best for homeowners who want to lower their energy bills without thinking about it. The company claims customers can save up to 23% on heating and cooling costs. It's also a good fit for people building a smart home system who want devices that work with major platforms like Amazon, Google, and Apple. The 30-day return policy and 3-year warranty make it a low-risk purchase for anyone curious about smart home automation.