Nest vs Ecobee vs Honeywell

Ecobee

I have an Ecobee and I would recommend. Interface on the device and phone app are both easy to navigate.

I’ll only add this comment, if you peruse the HVAC-Talk (AOP) forum where homeowners questions are answered by experienced HVAC techs, techs despise NEST thermostats, some so far as to jokingly say they’ve made enough $ to put their kids through college replacing them to fix HVAC issues experienced by homeowners. Here is one such thread I bookmarked, there are many others I’ve read on this subject on this site.. LINK. I suppose many use them without issues but is it worth risking it?

On the other hand they like, or rather should I say, they say they rarely deal with issues associated with either Ecobee and Honeywell thermostats.

We have a Honeywell Lyric since last October. The app is great, schedule set up was easy, and it isn't as sleek looking as a Nest, but it is tucked in a hallway so I'm not exactly making it a focal point. My sister has a couple of Nests and likes them. Best part is being able to turn it off when you leave on a trip and click it back on about 1-2 hours from home.

Just had system replaced and my A/C guy uses Honeywell.

Honeywell makes the best "thermostat" of the bunch but it may not have the smart features you want.

I would never use a t-stat that didn't have CPH control and I dont think Nest nor Ecobee have that.

Sure they do. Most if not all digital thermostats have a timer in the code to make sure they don't cycle the compressors too frequently.

I've only tried nest. I have moved about 4 times and just bring it with me. Never a problem.

nest here for 2 houses, no issues ... something also to think about .. Nest also makes some of the best rated doorbell, outdoor and indoor cameras .( nest outdoor cameras are currently one the only wireless ones that record 24/7, not just motion activated) so, if you are interested in that type of stuff, nest app will work both thermostat and cameras. not sure if ecobee or honeywell have cameras.. just my .02

Had an ecobee at our old house, Honeywells currently. I prefer the Honeywell units honestly. I find them easier to set up, and the ones we have also have remote sensors. They are also more intuitive in my opinion.