Consumer Reports Ranks 8 Smart Thermostats for 2026
Consumer Reports tested eight smart thermostats for automation, manual controls, and smart features across traditional HVAC and mini-split systems. Top performers include ecobee Enhanced ($184.99), ecobee Premium ($259.99), Google Nest Learning Thermostat 4th Gen ($218), Honeywell Home T9 ($175), Boldr Klima Smart ($165), Cielo Breez Max ($105.20), Mysa Smart ($155.13), and Sensibo Air ($124.99). The Google Nest genuinely learns routines, unlike ecobee models that suggest changes. Cielo Breez Max uses AI and pairs with every smart home platform. Sensibo Air has no physical controls. Mysa Smart offers energy monitoring, a feature competitors lack.
Key facts
- Consumer Reports ranked eight smart thermostats in 2026 based on automation, manual controls, and smart features.
- The ecobee Smart Thermostat Enhanced ($184.99) supports Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit, but lacks a SmartSensor.
- The ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium ($259.99) includes a built-in speaker for Spotify or Bluetooth and ships with one wireless sensor.
- The Google Nest Learning Thermostat 4th Gen ($218) is Matter-compatible and fully automates heating by learning routines.
- The Honeywell Home T9 ($175) comes with a wireless remote sensor and touchscreen, and supports vacation scheduling and geofencing.
- The Boldr Klima Smart ($165) works only with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, and has geofencing capabilities.
- The Cielo Breez Max ($105.20) includes a humidity sensor and AI-powered temperature adjustments, and works with all tested smart home platforms.
- The Mysa Smart ($155.13) offers energy monitoring and connects with Alexa, Apple Home, and Google Home.
- The Sensibo Air ($124.99) has no physical controls and relies solely on its companion app.
Entities
Institutions
- Consumer Reports
- ecobee
- Apple
- Amazon
- Honeywell
- Boldr
- Cielo
- Mysa
- Sensibo
- Spotify
Sources
- Quartz —