Customers often highlight the Nest Learning Thermostat's overall performance and ease of use as significant advantages. The design and temperature sensor are also well-received, with users appreciating their modern aesthetic and functionality. Installation is generally considered straightforward. However, some users have reported connectivity issues and uncertainty regarding compatibility with other Nest products.
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The Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) is Google’s smartest, most advanced thermostat yet. It’s a brilliant way to save energy and keep your home comfortable. It learns the temperatures you like, when you like them, even as your routine changes.¹ It gets to know how outdoor temps naturally heat and cool your home to save energy.¹ And it helps make sure your heating and cooling systems run smoothly.²

ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium optimizes comfort while saving energy through superior intelligence and technology. It has a built-in air quality monitor, doorbell Live View, smoke alarm detection, and geofencing technology to understand occupancy. Included SmartSensor eliminates hot and cold spots and adjusts the temperature in the rooms that matter most. Works with Siri*, Alexa, Google Assistant, HomeKit, and SmartThings. *Apple home hub required to enable Siri.

Completely customize your Wi-Fi Smart Color Thermostat to match your lifestyle and decor. The ENERGY STAR® certified smart thermostat lets you choose the temperature, schedule, display color and the devices you use to control it all.

The Nest Thermostat's perfect match. Designed to cover any imperfections on a wall from removing your old thermostat. It also includes a steel plate for installing the thermostat over an electrical box. And it comes in perfectly matched Nest thermostat colors.
| Pros for Google - Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) with Nest Temperature Sensor (2nd gen) - Polished Obsidian | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Performance, Ease of Use, Design, Installation, Temperature Control | Overall Performance, Ease of Use, Installation, Design, Air Quality Monitoring | Ease of Use, Overall Performance, Installation, Connectivity, Remote Control | Installation, Design, Appearance, Coverage, Fit |
| Cons for Google - Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) with Nest Temperature Sensor (2nd gen) - Polished Obsidian | |||
| Compatibility, Connectivity, App Compatibility | Compatibility, Accuracy | Compatibility, Size, Temperature Accuracy | There were no cons for this product— |