How To Connect Ecobee Thermostat To Alexa? (2024 Guide)
You have no idea what wonders your Ecobee can do. It is one of the latest models of thermostat which uses smart and up-to date technology. Where literally everything is using this smart technology, everything demands this technology in return as well. For instance, your Ecobee operates using the latest tech knowledge so its connecting devices will also be of latest status just like your Ecobee thermostat wanting to establish a connection with Alexa.
Yes! You have heard it right! You can connect Ecobee to Alexa now. You just have to follow some steps in order to get this procedure straight.
HOW TO CONNECT ECOBEE SMART THERMOSTAT TO ALEXA?
This section of the article deals with the actual connection procedure. There are different Ecobee thermostat models which might require different connection procedures. We will try to cover all the related knowledge so you don’t have to face any trouble during the procedure.
LINK ECOBEE TO ALEXA (BUILT-IN):
Where there are different Ecobee thermostat models, Alexa also comes in two forms; one is the built-in Alexa while the other is the Alexa which is not built-in so we need to put in some extra efforts in order to get the job done. This section deals with the built-in Alexa connection procedure.
PREREQUISITES:
Before you begin to perform the procedure, there are some conditions that need to be fulfilled.
- You must have your Ecobee registered
- There should be a stable Wi-Fi connection
- You should have an account on Amazon
- You must have Ecobee and Alexa app installed on your device
- You must qualify as the owner of your Ecobee home
Smart thermostat premium, Ecobee 4 and thermostat with voice control have built-in Alexa functionality so make sure you have one of these models to follow this process.
CONNECTING ALEXA WITH SMART THERMOSTAT PREMIUM:
If you want to connect built-in Alexa and smart thermostat premium then you need to follow the below mentioned steps.
STEPS TO FOLLOW:
STEP 1 – Look for the “Hamburger Menu” on the top-right corner of your thermostat screen
STEP 2 – Tap on it
STEP 3 – Now select the “Microphone” icon
STEP 4 – You will be taken to the “Voice Assistant Setup” screen
STEP 5 – Select the option which says “Link Alexa”
STEP 6 – Open the Amazon app on your smart device
STEP 7 – After performing the above mentioned steps, you will witness a QR code on the pairing screen of your Amazon app
STEP 8 – Now you will be taken to the “Amazon Alexa Sign-in” Page
STEP 9 – From there, register your thermostat using the QR code which you have obtained previously
STEP 10 – Lastly, check whether the Alexa mark appeared along with other navigation icons
STEP 11 – In the final step, give a command to your Alexa saying “Alexa discover devices” and your Ecobee device will be discovered successfully
CONNECTING ALEXA TO SMART THERMOSTAT WITH VOICE CONTROL OR ECOBEE4:
If you want to connect built-in Alexa and smart thermostat with voice control or Ecobee4 then you need to follow the below mentioned steps.
STEPS TO FOLLOW:
STEP 1 – Provide your valid credentials to sign-in into the app
STEP 2 – Choose your thermostat from the available options and tap on “Microphone” icon
STEP 3 – Now make sure you have signed-in to your Amazon account
STEP 4 – To ensure that the connection has been a success, look at the microphone icon. It shouldn’t have a slash over it if the connection is successful
STEP 5 – Like before, for these thermostat models you still have to recognize the devices in order for your Alexa to work
CONNECTING ALEXA WITH SMART THERMOSTAT ENCHANCED, ECOBEE3 LITE OR ECOBEE3:
If you want to connect built-in Alexa and smart thermostat Enhanced, Ecobee3 lite or Ecobee3 then you need to follow the below mentioned steps.
STEPS TO FOLLOW:
STEP 1 – Open the Alexa app
STEP 2 – Tap on “More” option present at the bottom-right corner
STEP 3 – Select “Skills and Games” option
STEP 4 – Look for the “Magnifying Glass”, once found then select it
STEP 5 – In the search bar, input “Ecobee”
STEP 6 – Select “Ecobee” from the available options and enable the skill
STEP 7 – Repeat the above mentioned steps to enable Ecobee plus skill option as well
STEP 8 – The final step will require you to say “Alexa Discover Devices” and you will be good to go
UNLINKING ALEXA FROM ECOBEE THERMOSTATS:
After performing the linking procedure, now is the time to do some unlinking. Don’t worry as we are here for you to help just like we did in solving the rebooting issue of your Ecobee thermostat and when you had no clue what to do once your Ecobee started calibrating.
UNLINKING SMART THERMOSTAT PREMIUM:
If you want to unlink Alexa and smart thermostat premium then you need to follow the below mentioned steps.
STEPS TO FOLLOW – ON ECOBEE APP:
STEP 1 – On the Home Overview Screen, tap on “More”
STEP 2 – Now select the “Settings” option
STEP 3 – Right below the “Integrations” header, you will see an option saying “Amazon Alexa”
STEP 4 – Go for “Unlink Alexa” option
STEPS TO FOLLOW – ON ECOBEE THERMOSTAT:
STEP 1 – Tap on the “Hamburger Menu” and select “Settings”
STEP 2 – Now choose “Amazon Alexa”
STEP 3 – You will see an option saying “Unlink from Amazon Alexa” on the Amazon Alexa pairing screen
STEP 4 – Make sure to confirm this option
UNLINKING SMART THERMOSTAT WITH VOICE CONTROL AND ECOBEE 4:
STEPS TO FOLLOW:
STEP 1 – Select your Ecobee thermostat from the app
STEP 2 – Choose the “Microphone Icon”
STEP 3 – Now select “Unlink from Alexa” and the rest of the procedure should be followed accordingly
CONCLUDING THOUGHTS:
Connecting your Ecobee with Alexa isn’t much of a demanding task. Ecobee Alexa pair proves to be really beneficial if you want to control everything around you using a single command. A thermostat with Alexa connected to it works much more efficiently than an ordinary thermostat. If you want to add Ecobee to Alexa then it is totally your choice. We have provided all the sufficient knowledge in the above section of this article make sure to follow it in order to have an Ecobee thermostat with Alexa connected.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
Q – Which Ecobee Devices Have Built-In Alexa Functionality?
A – Following are the devices having built-in Alexa functionality:
- Smart Thermostat Premium
- Ecobee4
- Ecobee Switch+
- Smart Thermostat with voice control
- Smart Camera with voice control
Q – How To Add Ecobee To Alexa?
A – To establish an Alexa Ecobee connection, follow the below mentioned steps.
STEPS TO FOLLOW:
STEP 1 – Open the Alexa app
STEP 2 – Tap on “More” option present at the bottom-right corner
STEP 3 – Select “Skills and Games” option
STEP 4 – Look for the “Magnifying Glass”, once found then select it
STEP 5 – In the search bar, input “Ecobee”
STEP 6 – Select “Ecobee” from the available options and enable the skill
STEP 7 – Repeat the above mentioned steps to enable Ecobee plus skill option as well
STEP 8 – The final step will require you to say “Alexa Discover Devices” and you will be good to go
Q – Can I Use Ecobee With Alexa?
A – Yes, you can use Ecobee with Alexa
