The ecobee 3 EB-STATe3-02 is part of the Thermostat test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Smart Thermostat models like the 3 EB-STATe3-02 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Smart IQ: An evaluation based on the smart features and functions associated with thermostats. Considers things like messaging, reporting, features controlled remotely via a mobile device, occupancy sensing and learning.

Manual operation: The ease of manually controlling the thermostat’s temperature set-point, heating/cooling schedule, home/away and vacation features – when they are available – through the thermostat and mobile app.

Automation: The ability for a thermostat to operate without input from the user.

The Carrier COR 21026670 is part of the Thermostat test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Smart Thermostat models like the COR 21026670 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Smart IQ: An evaluation based on the smart features and functions associated with thermostats. Considers things like messaging, reporting, features controlled remotely via a mobile device, occupancy sensing and learning.

Manual operation: The ease of manually controlling the thermostat’s temperature set-point, heating/cooling schedule, home/away and vacation features – when they are available – through the thermostat and mobile app.

Automation: The ability for a thermostat to operate without input from the user.

The ecobee 4 Smart WiFi is part of the Thermostat test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Smart Thermostat models like the 4 Smart WiFi are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Smart IQ: An evaluation based on the smart features and functions associated with thermostats. Considers things like messaging, reporting, features controlled remotely via a mobile device, occupancy sensing and learning.

Manual operation: The ease of manually controlling the thermostat’s temperature set-point, heating/cooling schedule, home/away and vacation features – when they are available – through the thermostat and mobile app.

Automation: The ability for a thermostat to operate without input from the user.

The Allure Energy EverSense is part of the Thermostat test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Smart Thermostat models like the EverSense are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Smart IQ: An evaluation based on the smart features and functions associated with thermostats. Considers things like messaging, reporting, features controlled remotely via a mobile device, occupancy sensing and learning.

Manual operation: The ease of manually controlling the thermostat’s temperature set-point, heating/cooling schedule, home/away and vacation features – when they are available – through the thermostat and mobile app.

Automation: The ability for a thermostat to operate without input from the user.