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A weekly roundup of ecobee's key feedback

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App Connectivity Issues

A significant number of users report that the app frequently fails to connect to the thermostat, rendering remote control features unreliable. Approximately 20% of users seem to be affected by this issue, which is particularly frustrating for those who rely on remote access. This problem often requires users to manually adjust the thermostat, defeating the purpose of having a smart device.

The app frequently fails to connect to my thermostat, forcing me to adjust it manually.

2

Intrusive Advertisements

Many users are frustrated with the presence of ads within the app, especially since they have already purchased the device. This issue affects around 15% of users, who feel that the ads detract from the user experience and are an unnecessary intrusion.

I am constantly bombarded with ads in the app, even though I've already bought the thermostat.

3

Unintuitive User Interface

The app's user interface is often described as confusing and difficult to navigate, with users struggling to perform basic tasks like setting schedules or adjusting temperatures. This issue seems to affect about 10% of users, who find the app's design unnecessarily complex.

The app's interface is confusing, making it hard to set schedules or adjust temperatures.

4

Eco+ Feature Frustrations

The Eco+ feature, which automatically adjusts temperatures for energy savings, is a source of frustration for users who feel it overrides their preferences. Approximately 10% of users report issues with this feature, as it often changes settings without their consent, leading to discomfort.

The Eco+ feature changes my temperature settings without my consent, causing discomfort.

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#1 USERS CHOICE

Nest
Nest receives mixed feedback, with users appreciating its ease of use and remote control features. However, many users are frustrated with forced updates, connectivity issues, and the discontinuation of support for older models, which they perceive as a push to buy new products.

#2 RUNNER UP

ecobee
Ecobee users praise the app for its ease of use, installation, and remote control capabilities. However, there are significant complaints about frequent app crashes, connectivity issues, and poor customer service, leading to a mixed overall experience.

#3 Straggler

Sensi
Sensi is appreciated for its simplicity and ease of installation, especially for first-time users. Despite this, users report frequent connectivity issues, app crashes, and the need for frequent logins, which detracts from the overall user experience.
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Nest
#1 Users Choice
Nest receives mixed feedback, with users appreciating its ease of use and remote control features. However, many users are frustrated with forced updates, connectivity issues, and the discontinuation of support for older models, which they perceive as a push to buy new products.
ecobee
#2 Runner-up
Ecobee users praise the app for its ease of use, installation, and remote control capabilities. However, there are significant complaints about frequent app crashes, connectivity issues, and poor customer service, leading to a mixed overall experience.
Sensi
#3 Straggler
Sensi is appreciated for its simplicity and ease of installation, especially for first-time users. Despite this, users report frequent connectivity issues, app crashes, and the need for frequent logins, which detracts from the overall user experience.

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Ad Overload
Users are frustrated with intrusive ads within the app, which detracts from the primary function of controlling the thermostat. This issue is exacerbated by the lack of an option to disable these ads, leading to a poor user experience.
I just want to change the temperature, but I have to refuse attempts to sell me more stuff.
Eco+ Frustrations
The Eco+ feature is causing significant dissatisfaction as it overrides user settings, leading to unexpected temperature changes. Users find it difficult to disable this feature, which results in discomfort and increased energy bills.
Eco+ mode turns itself on automatically and you can't turn it off from the app.
Connectivity Issues
Frequent connectivity problems between the app and the thermostat are causing frustration, as users are unable to control their devices remotely. This issue is compounded by the app's failure to provide accurate status updates.
The app doesn't work most of the time, and I need to always check the thermostat manually.
UI/UX Challenges
The app's user interface is criticized for being unintuitive and requiring excessive navigation to perform simple tasks. This complexity is particularly problematic for users who expect straightforward control over their thermostat settings.
The app is a convoluted mess, and I can't use the temperature sensors to trigger fan recirculation.
Geofencing Limitations
Geofencing functionality is limited, allowing only one device per household to control home/away modes, which is inadequate for multi-user households. This limitation undermines the app's smart home capabilities.
Geofencing only works for 1 member of each household, which is absolute garbage.
Update Instability
Recent app updates have introduced significant instability, causing login issues and rendering the app unusable for many users. This has led to a loss of trust in the app's reliability.
After the last update, my ecobee app stopped working, and I can't even sign in.
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Major Highlights of the Week

Everything you need to know about user experience
Ad Overload
Users are frustrated with intrusive ads within the app, which detracts from the primary function of controlling the thermostat. This issue is exacerbated by the lack of an option to disable these ads, leading to a poor user experience.
Eco+ Frustrations
The Eco+ feature is causing significant dissatisfaction as it overrides user settings, leading to unexpected temperature changes. Users find it difficult to disable this feature, which results in discomfort and increased energy bills.
Connectivity Issues
Frequent connectivity problems between the app and the thermostat are causing frustration, as users are unable to control their devices remotely. This issue is compounded by the app's failure to provide accurate status updates.
UI/UX Challenges
The app's user interface is criticized for being unintuitive and requiring excessive navigation to perform simple tasks. This complexity is particularly problematic for users who expect straightforward control over their thermostat settings.
Geofencing Limitations
Geofencing functionality is limited, allowing only one device per household to control home/away modes, which is inadequate for multi-user households. This limitation undermines the app's smart home capabilities.
Update Instability
Recent app updates have introduced significant instability, causing login issues and rendering the app unusable for many users. This has led to a loss of trust in the app's reliability.

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The app's user interface is not intuitive, making it difficult to perform straightforward tasks like setting a schedule. It feels overly complicated, and I often find myself frustrated trying to make simple adjustments. Ecobee needs to focus on simplifying the user experience.
PHDKJD
The eco+ feature is problematic as it overrides my manual settings, causing discomfort. I want to control my home's temperature without interference, and the app should make it easier to disable such features.
LisaEesa
The app frequently disconnects from the thermostat, making remote control unreliable. This issue undermines the convenience of having a smart thermostat, and I hope Ecobee can improve the app's stability.
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The app's user interface is not intuitive, making it difficult to perform straightforward tasks like setting a schedule. It feels overly complicated, and I often find myself frustrated trying to make simple adjustments. Ecobee needs to focus on simplifying the user experience.
Candice Wu
App Store
The eco+ feature is problematic as it overrides my manual settings, causing discomfort. I want to control my home's temperature without interference, and the app should make it easier to disable such features.
Kelly Williams
Google Play
The app frequently disconnects from the thermostat, making remote control unreliable. This issue undermines the convenience of having a smart thermostat, and I hope Ecobee can improve the app's stability.
Koray Okumus
Google Play

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