Comparisons

September 14, 2025

I test Nest vs ecobee: sensors, voice & savings

I pit Nest against ecobee to see which sensor, voice assistant, and money-saver actually earns my thermostat throne—spoiler: one surprised me and saved 15% on my bill.

Surprising: I put the Nest Learning Thermostat (2024) and the ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium head‑to‑head to see which truly reads my home, responds to voice, and saves energy — and which one I’d actually keep living with without extra fuss.

September 14, 2025

I Compare: August Smart Lock Pro vs Yale Assure SL

Comparisons, Smart Locks

I pit the August Smart Lock Pro against the Yale Assure SL—so which one wins my trust, and why one feels like tech luxury while the other acts like a dependable workhorse?

Locked out with groceries in hand, I put AUGUST SMART LOCK PRO and YALE ASSURE SL head-to-head to decide which keyless deadbolt delivers better security, convenience, and value for homeowners, focusing on features, setup, daily use, compatibility, cost, and recommendations.