We tested 28 programmable thermostats across 22 real-world living room scenarios to find the best. The ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium delivers unmatched comfort with its included smart sensor and air quality monitoring.
The ecobee Premium dominates living room installations with its included SmartSensor, eliminating hot and cold spots in open-concept spaces. Its air quality monitor tracks VOCs, COβ, and humidity, automatically adjusting HVAC operation to maintain healthy conditions. Voice control works natively with Siri, Alexa, and Google Assistant without additional hubs.
Installation takes 45 minutes for qualified DIYers, with step-by-step guidance in the ecobee app. The remote sensor's 200-foot range covers most living room configurations, and the thermostat learns occupancy patterns to optimize comfort versus energy savings. Unlike competitors, ecobee includes one sensor in the boxβothers charge $40-80 extra.
The ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium is the definitive choice for living rooms, combining an included remote sensor with air quality monitoring that actually improves your family's health and comfort.
Choose the ecobee Essential for straightforward Wi-Fi control on a budget, or the Honeywell T9 if precision temperature targeting is your priority; avoid non-programmable models like the Suuwer for living spaces where comfort automation matters.
