The Best Thermostat in 2024

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ecobee4 Alexa-Enabled Thermostat with Sensor

It’s near impossible to talk about this thermostat without comparing it to its closest competitor, the Nest E Thermostat. However, fans of the nest won’t be disappointed in this alternative (the Nest E isn’t readily available in Canada anyway). The Ecobee 4 is intuitive in its design and functionality, and easy to install. Ecobee’s sensors are more accurate because they can average the temperature detected in each room, and can determine whether or not a room is occupied to adjust the temperature accordingly. It comes with one sensor, right out the package; but additional pairs can be purchased to place around the home.

However, it doesn’t allow for you to change Alexa’s name. Meaning if you have someone in your home with that name, then it might create some problems. Compared to its predecessor, the Ecobee3 lite, the Ecobee 4 offers greater support for extensive HVAC systems, and usability. 

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Honeywell RTH221B1021/E1

If you’re looking for a reliable and affordable thermostat, then Honeywell is most likely going to be your go-to brand; hence, why they’re so featured so heavily in this list. Finding an affordable thermostat in Canada is difficult enough, let alone outside dense provinces like Ontario, so the fact that they’re also widely available makes them a benefit. They’re also known for their brand cohesion, so if you have another Honeywell thermostat, this one can just pop right in its place. 

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Honeywell RTH6580 WF Wi-Fi 7-Day Programmable Thermostat

This thermostat has a humble layout, with a basic digital screen. This is a basic Wi-Fi thermostat for those who don’t want to yet commit to the big budget necessary for a smart one. The smartphone app streamlines the already simple installation process, and offers some guidance if wire modification is necessary. The device continues to run on its schedule even if it’s disconnected from Wi-Fi and promises to be within 1∘ of the current temperature.  

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Honeywell TH3110D1008 Pro Non-Programmable Digital Thermostat

For those who want a more bare-bones model, this thermostat is your best bet. It has a simple layout and design that, while giving it a “cheap” aesthetic that other users have complained about, drastically lowers the learning curve required to use it. If your HVAC system is basic and doesn’t require all the bells and whistles of other thermostats, then this one is the one for you. 

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Honeywell Lyric T5 Smart Thermostat

This smart thermostat doesn’t overcomplicate your life. It’s a more stripped-down version of a smart thermostat, with fewer features than even its sister thermostat, the Lyric Round. But given the price, it still gives a great deal of functionality. Other Lyric T5 user reviews appreciate its clean interface and simple user interface, greatly simplifying the process of adjusting your climate. It uses geofencing to detect whether or not you are home to switch to its away temperature, saving you the effort of having to make sure to readjust it when you’re away. 

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Honeywell RTH6580 WF Wi-Fi 7-Day Programmable Thermostat

For those who don’t want to spare any expense for all the accessories that are available with a smart thermostat, but still want most of the benefits, then a programmable thermostat is the best pick for you. This one even has Echo integration so you can still feel like you’re speaking to a smart thermostat. It has an app available for your smartphone, which can help you with the installation process and put control of your HVAC right in your hands. 

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Emerson Sensi Wi-Fi Thermostat for Smart Home, ST55

This Emerson thermostat may not look futuristic like the other models of smart thermostats, but it sacrifices nearly nothing while still being affordable. First, let’s get one issue out of the way. Setting up your Sensi thermostat must be done through the Emerson app and connect to their server. This means that if you don’t have a smartphone or the server goes down, you can’t set up the thermostat. However, once it is set up, it still remembers your programming without power. It has an incredibly customizable daily schedule and is easy to use from the app. 

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Emerson 1E78-140 Non-Programmable Heat Only Thermostat for Single-Stage Systems

If you’re looking for a thermostat for a single-stage heating system (meaning your heat is either on or off), this one is the one for you. It’s easy to use and not terribly flashy, and does pretty much what you need it to do. Keep the heat on until your home has the set temperature. 

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Ecobee Smart Thermostat with Voice Control

Amazon is an investor in Ecobee, which explains why it’s so smoothly integrated in their devices. However, we chose this specific one because it’s renown across reviews for being one of the best smart thermostats. It’s Energy Star certified, meaning it has undergone rigorous testing to make sure it is an energy-efficient as possible.

This means that it will help you save on your energy bills over time. It has Wi-Fi and streaming capabilities, a sleek touch screen display and has a built-in mic so you can use it as an additional Echo. You can use it with a variety of music streaming services where it can play from its built-in speakers or stream it to a Bluetooth speaker. 

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Nest Learning Thermostat 3rd Generation 

Nest is a Google product, so if you’ve got a Google set-up then a Nest thermostat will have the smoothest integration. However, this one has greater HVAC compatibility, especially compared to its sister product the Nest Thermostat E. It also has Alexa integration and Nest’s efficiency label for the most economical temperatures. It has a larger display and a durable steel surface, giving it a sleek and modern design. 

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ecobee4 Alexa-Enabled Thermostat with Sensor

The Ecobee 4 is intuitive in its design and functionality, and easy to install. Ecobee’s sensors are more accurate because they can average the temperature detected in each room, and can determine whether or not a room is occupied to adjust the temperature accordingly.

It comes with one sensor, right out the package; but additional pairs can be purchased to place around the home. However, it doesn’t allow you to change Alexa’s name. Meaning if you have someone in your home with that name, then it might create some problems. Compared to its predecessor, the Ecobee3 lite, the Ecobee 4 offers greater support for extensive HVAC systems, and usability. 

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Mysa Smart Thermostats (Electric Baseboard Heaters)

If you’re in the market for a smart thermostat and you have a baseboard heating system, unfortunately, you have slim pickings. However, much of the customers of this thermostat have not left disappointed aside from a few connectivity issues from the odd consumer, which has since seemed to be resolved. It’s manufactured in Canada, so import fees are minimal, unlike other baseboard thermostats. It also features a sleek and minimalist design so it won’t look out of place in your home. 

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Honeywell TL8230A1003 Line Volt Thermostat 240/208 VAC 7 Day Programmable

If you’re not looking for a smart thermostat, and don’t think the Mysa thermostat would fit in your home, then you can turn to this Honeywell. This thermostat is easy to set up and use for line-voltage based systems. It’s budget-friendly, programmable, has a large backlit display and a simple design. If you want to override the programming, it also has a manual setting that you can use.  

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Google Nest Thermostat E

The Google Nest Thermostat E is one of the most popular smart thermostats in Canada. With frosted display and modern design, this thermostat is going to fit into almost any home. Some of these key features though are part of the inside gear, such as Energy History, which works almost like an energy monitor, and the Home/Away Assist feature, which turns itself down after you leave.

With 4.8 stars from more than 6,535 reviews on Google, it’s safe to say that most consumers will be happy with this product. Online reviewers often highlight the Google Nest Thermostat E’s battery life, usability and accurate temperature readings.