How to rename your ecobee Smart Thermostat in order to distinguish it from other ecobee devices in your home.
You'll Need:
Your thermostat to be already set up.
2. Verify Basic Setup has Been Completed
In order to proceed with this guide successfully, your ecobee Smart Thermostat must be fully installed and functioning properly.
3. Rename Thermostat
If you're having trouble distinguishing your ecobee Smart Thermostat amongst other ecobee devices within the ecobee app, or having trouble controlling it via virtual assistant, it may be helpful to rename it.
You can change the name of your ecobee Smart Thermostat either at the thermostat itself, or through the ecobee Web Portal:
Avoid using any special characters in the name you give your ecobee thermostat.
From the Thermostat
From the home screen, tap Menu.
Then select Settings.
Go to Preferences.
Then go to Thermostat Name.
Scroll through the list to pick a preset name or enter your own, then tap Save.
From the ecobee Web Portal
Open your preferred web browser, and navigate to ecobee.com.
Click the Login button located in the top right corner of the screen.
Enter the username and password for your ecobee account, then click Sign In.
Go to Settings.
Then go to Preferences.
Then go to Thermostat Name.
Select a preset name from the drop down box or create a custom name then click Save.