Smart AC Controllers & Thermostats
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Buy at eBay AUThe ecobee Premium is a programmable smart thermostat with a colour touchscreen that works with Siri, Alexa, Apple Home Kit, and Google Assistant. According to the brand, its sensor technology balances temperatures across rooms, while built-in air quality monitoring and smoke detection enhance home safety. It connects via Wi-Fi for remote app control and is ENERGY STAR certified.
Features and specifications in this description are as the brand describes them.
The ecobee Premium is a wall-mounted smart thermostat with a full-colour touchscreen display. It controls furnaces, heat pumps and multi-stage systems, and connects to Siri, Alexa, Apple Home Kit and Google Assistant for voice control and smartphone app access via the ecobee app.
The brand describes the device as using Smart Sensor technology to identify temperature differences between rooms and adjust settings accordingly to eliminate hot and cold spots. It also includes a built-in air quality monitor and smoke alarm detection. The thermostat supports 7-day programmable schedules, geofencing to adjust temperature when you leave or arrive home, and remote programming via the ecobee app. It is ENERGY STAR certified and states that the device works with Smart Things and IFTTT for broader smart home integration.
The thermostat requires a C-wire connection to your HVAC system for power. The brand includes a keypad lock feature. Installation requires connection to your existing HVAC system, so confirm compatibility before purchasing.
Research-based: compiled from the manufacturer's information and Australian retailer listings. NXT Smart Home has not tested this product.
Best for: Australian homeowners with compatible 24-volt central HVAC systems wanting built-in voice control, air quality monitoring, and Apple Home or Alexa automation.
The ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium (model EB-STATE6-01) is an in-wall smart thermostat featuring a 4-inch colour LCD touchscreen with a zinc metal casing. According to ecobee, the unit controls heat pumps, up to two-stage heating and cooling systems, and dual accessories such as humidifiers or dehumidifiers. The manufacturer states that the thermostat incorporates a built-in indoor air quality monitor tracking volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and relative humidity, a radar occupancy sensor, and an integrated speaker and microphone array for audio streaming and voice control.
This thermostat suits homeowners with standard 24-volt central ducted climate systems who want broad platform interoperability. According to ecobee, the unit works with Apple Home, Google Assistant, SmartThings, and Home Assistant, while offering built-in Alexa voice control directly on the thermostat. Users seeking Apple Siri control will need a separate Apple HomePod or HomePod mini connected to the same home network, according to the manufacturer. Those living in rental properties or homes using typical split-system air conditioners should skip this product, as it cannot interface with infrared remote systems or proprietary digital communication bus units without specialised relays.
Ecobee does not maintain an official Australian manufacturer distribution channel or local customer support team. Local stock is sourced through third-party importers and marketplace retailers such as Amazon Australia. Because ecobee's three-year manufacturer warranty is limited to North America, local warranty coverage rests with the importer or retail seller under Australian Consumer Law.
The hardware is built exclusively for 24 VAC low-voltage systems and requires a continuous common wire (C-wire) connection or the use of the included Power Extender Kit. It cannot be connected directly to 240V mains-voltage heating or air conditioning systems. When planning any hardwired climate control alterations, check your state's electrical safety regulator to determine licensing requirements for in-wall wiring work.
On the networking side, ecobee confirms the thermostat supports both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi connections. Native Matter support is not included. Basic temperature schedules, remote app control, and eco+ energy settings function without added fees, but smoke alarm listening and security alerts require an ongoing ecobee Smart Security subscription, according to the manufacturer.
Smoke alarm detection
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It is compatible with furnaces, heat pumps and multi-stage systems. You should confirm that your system type matches before purchasing, and ensure a C-wire is available for power connection.
Yes. You can use the ecobee app to programme and adjust settings remotely via Wi-Fi, as well as control it using voice commands through Siri, Alexa, Apple Home Kit or Google Assistant.
Smart Sensors are additional accessories that work with the thermostat to monitor temperature in different rooms. The thermostat includes one sensor, and the brand describes the technology as helping to eliminate hot and cold spots by adjusting temperatures in the rooms you prioritise.
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customer reviews from ecobee (global store) and lowes.com and 6 other sources
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I did have an HVAC fella come out and install it. It replaced a Honeywell digital/programmable thermostat. I probably could have installed it myself but did not want the hassle of messing with anything electrical. It was ...
This review is from ecobee (global store)
Posted 5 September 2025 by Mulder1949
…something like this could improve our home’s comfort. I am truly impressed by the ecobee’s ability to manage the temperature with our occupancy. Our ecobee was installed seven months ago with our new Carrier HVAC and it ...
This review is from ecobee (global store)
Posted 5 January 2026 by Sometimes_Jones
I have had the Ecobee Premium Tthermostat for over two weeks and I am very happy to have it over other past thermostats. This thermostat has built in Alexa and gives information about air cleanliness. It is easy to insta ...
This review is from ecobee (global store)
Posted 5 July 2026 by Sunit
I've had this EcoBee Smart Thermostat Premium for a couple months and absolutely love it! It looks great on my wall, has many features and the App is super easy to use. Installation was easy and both sensors work perfect ...
This review is from ecobee (global store)
Posted 5 March 2026 by DianaB
Easy to install once you have the correct wiring. Ours was 1 four wire run, split half way into 2 two wire runs, then those were wire split into a 1 five wire. Wasn't sure how to use the adapter or running it straight. E ...
This review is from ecobee (global store)
Posted 5 December 2025 by MichaelS
I purchased the Ecobee Premium last week to replace my Nest Generation 2. I'm happy with the purchase overall. Installation was very easy. The thing I really like are "Comfort Settings." You set a home, away, sleep (or a ...
This review is from ecobee (global store)
Posted 5 September 2025 by jerryr73
Purchased the ecobee Premium thermostat thru the Consumers Energy program. First one received was installed and did not work at all, ecobee tech on phone did all he could only to end in a nonfunctioning thermostat. Repla ...
This review is from ecobee (global store)
Posted 5 September 2025 by comfy in Michigan
For all the talk about its intelligence this thing is too dumb to adapt to the real world changes that happen all the time. It only runs checks, it seems, based on the set point and current data and turns equipment on an ...
This review is from ecobee (global store)
Posted 5 February 2026 by Grjj
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