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If you’re searching for the fanciest thermostats on the market, you’ve probably discovered the new Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) and the Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium. These two gadgets make it ...

Smart thermostats are an easy way to upgrade your home’s heating and cooling skills, and few products are as popular as the Amazon Smart Thermostat and Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen). The ...

Ecobee's latest high-end thermostat, the Smart Thermostat Premium, is a direct competitor to the Nest Learning Thermostat. Both app-enabled models cost $250, support voice commands and work with ...