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ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential (EB-STATE7-01)
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ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential (EB-STATE7-01)

"A polished, affordable thermostat for compatible 24V HVAC systems, but the missing Power Extender Kit, limited accessory wiring, basic scheduling intelligence, and optional trim/sensor costs make it less universal than the marketing suggests."

Primary Downside:

"Requires a C-wire or a separately purchased Power Extender Kit"

$139.99Read Teardown
Levoit Core 400S Smart Air Purifier
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Levoit Core 400S Smart Air Purifier

"The Core 400S offers useful particulate sensing, 231 CFM CADR and convenient controls, but 22 dB applies only at the quiet end of a 22-52 dB range, while proprietary filters and app dependence increase long-term cost and complexity."

Primary Downside:

"Noise rises to 52 dB at the top of the published range"

$219Read Teardown