There are a lot of different home systems available on the market today. It can be hard to decide which one is the best for your needs. Here is a breakdown of some of the most popular home systems to help you make a decision.
Nest: Nest is a smart thermostat that learns your heating and cooling preferences and programs itself accordingly. It also has an auto-away feature that turns off the system when no one is home, and it can be controlled remotely via smartphone or tablet.
Pros: Easy to use, energy efficient, can be controlled remotely.
Cons: Some users have reported issues with it not working properly, and it’s more expensive than some other options.
ecobee: Ecobee is another smart thermostat that has many of the same features as Nest, including remote control and energy efficiency. However, it also has built-in occupancy sensors that detect when someone is home and adjust the temperature accordingly. Additionally, ecobee comes with free Amazon Echo Dot devices that allow voice control of the system.
Pros: Energy efficient, can be controlled remotely, voice control with Amazon Echo Dot included.
Cons: Some users have found it difficult to install themselves, and it’s more expensive than some other options