ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential

BH #ECEBSTATE701 • MFR #EB-STATE7-01
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ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential
Key Features
  • Energy-Saving Temperature Control
  • 2.8" Color LCD Touchscreen Display
  • Compatible with Most HVAC Systems
  • 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi Connectivity
Implement energy-saving temperature control in your home with the Smart Thermostat Essential from ecobee. Compatible with over 85% of HVAC systems, this unit features a 2.8" color LCD touchscreen display, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity. Additionally, automatic temperature and humidity adjustments maximize savings and comfort.
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ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential Overview

Implement energy-saving temperature control in your home with the Smart Thermostat Essential from ecobee. Compatible with over 85% of HVAC systems, this unit features a 2.8" color LCD touchscreen display, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth 5.4 connectivity. Additionally, automatic temperature and humidity adjustments maximize savings and comfort.

Remotely manage and receive instant notifications via the ecobee app for iOS and Android. Compatibility with Alexa, Google Assistant, and HomeKit enable voice commands and seamless integration with other ecobee devices for a smart home ecosystem.

Compatible with most 24V heating and cooling systems
Supports 2 cooling stages plus 1 heating stage or 2 heating stages plus 1 cooling stage (not both)
Hardwired for reliability
DIY installation via step-by-step instructions in the ecobee app (professional installation available separately)
Power Extender Kit (available separately) for systems without a common wire
Works with SmartSensor (available separately) to maintain the ideal temperature in your home and implement occupancy detection
Trim Kit to (available separately) to cover up imperfections and blemishes on your wall
The eco+ features include schedule assistant, smart home and away, adjust temperature for humidity, time of use to preheat or precool your home when electricity is cheapest, and community energy savings
Home IQ provides insights of your energy usage to show how much energy you've saved each month via detailed reports
Vacation scheduling
Receive notifications for sudden temperature drops to prevent frozen or burst pipes
Works with Google Assistant, Alexa, and HomeKit
WPA2 and WPA3 encryption
Mercury, arsenic, and PVC free
RoHS compliant
UPC: 627988006000

ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential Specs

Key Specs
Matter Support
Yes: Wi-Fi Only
Virtual Assistant
Works with Alexa, Works with Google Assistant, Siri
Display Size
2.8" / 7.1 cm
Touchscreen
Yes
Mobile App Compatible
Yes: Android & iOS
Matter Support
Yes: Wi-Fi Only
Communication Protocol
Apple HomeKit
Virtual Assistant
Works with Alexa, Works with Google Assistant, Siri
Multi-Staged System Compatibility
2-Stage Cooling
1-Stage Heating
2-Stage Heating
1-Stage Cooling
Wire Terminals
C, G, O/B, PEK, R, W, W2, Y, Y2
Power Source
C-Wire
Display Size
2.8" / 7.1 cm
Display Type
LCD
Touchscreen
Yes
Backlit Display
No
Screen Resolution
240 x 320
Operating Conditions
14 to 122°F / -10 to 50°C at 5 to 95% Humidity
Storage Conditions
-4 to 113°F / -20 to 45°C at 5 to 95% Humidity
Material of Construction
Plastic
Supported Languages
English
Mobile App Compatible
Yes: Android & iOS
App Name: ecobee
Dimensions
3.6 x 3.6 x 0.9" / 92.0 x 92.0 x 23.0 mm
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.355 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.7 x 5.3 x 1.5"

ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential Reviews

Excellent choice

By Batman
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2026-05-31

Ecobee was easy to set up and install. I’ve only had mine for about three weeks now so I don’t know how efficient it is, but I’m letting it do it thing just to find out. We will also find out when the energy bill comes in.

Missing feature

By JoeB89
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2026-04-30

Lacking the ability to set the system mode per a daily schedule

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How can I change the time on my eco bee thermostat

How can I change the time on my eco bee thermostat .?
Asked by: Maria
The ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential (BH # ECEBSTATE701) has access to time settings via its ecobee mobile app for Android or iOS.
Answered by: Elliot A
Date published: 2026-05-28
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