Cannot give a true honest opinion as I have just installed at the start of heating season. Pro`s Easy to install and program, Attractive looking Cons Trim plate should be included with the unit as all retrofits would require it. Power Extender kit should be available for purchase in store.

I had my eco bee essential thermostat for about a month and I love it I had the nest 3rd generation thermostat and I’m so happy I got it rid of it and got the eco bee essential thermostat only positive is the nest and eco bee have the same exact wireing set up so that’s so easy and helpful

Easy setup and install. Easy to use, works great. Choices were Honeywell, Nest, Wyze, Amazon unit.

I worked in the HVAC industrie for 28 years and i've seen owned and tested numerous thermostats. This Ecobee has been on my wall for over 8 years and i never had any issues with it. This to me is a marvel of technologie and so far has no match on the market. Even my hydro bill went down year after year since i installed it. One thing i admit, it is a little complicated to set and understand especialy the scheduling part but with time and patience, you will master this device like a pro. Note that it rarely happens but it could freeze or have a strange behavior, just take it off it's wall support for 10 seconds put it back and it should come back to normal. Overall, this is one great device that can even play music or talk we you. What else could you want.

Everything is so easy and my house feels great and is nice and cool.