In late 2020 Google expanded the Nest product lineup with an all-new thermostat with a simple name: “Nest Thermostat”. This new entry, identifiable by its flat mirrored face, does not replace any of the existing models. Instead, it is a brand-new, value-priced entry with an MSRP of $129.99. Its low price places it squarely in […]
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Our Emerson Sensi WiFi thermostat rating: Emerson Sensi at a Glance The Emerson Sensi is our go-to smart thermostat recommendation for installations without a C-wire, shoppers on a budget, and anyone in need of a “simple” smart thermostat that still does virtually everything you might want it to. Our hands-on experience with the Sensi was simple […]
The Ecobee SmartThermostat is the flagship thermostat model in a growing collection of smart home products from Toronto-based home automation company Ecobee. Ecobee has ditched its model numbering scheme this time around. favor of a simple, two word name: “SmartThermostat”. Compared to its predecessor the Ecobee 4, the SmartThermostat makes improvements to the in-unit Alexa, […]
In this article: we compared the Emerson Sensi ST55 to the Honeywell RTH6580WF to determine the best budget WiFi thermostat. Today we’re taking a look at two of the most popular budget-priced smart thermostats, the Emerson Sensi ST55 and the Honeywell RTH6580WF. They’re both popular they offer WiFi connectivity and a smartphone app while still being […]
‘Tis the perfect season to upgrade your home with a smart thermostat! 2017’s smart thermostats are supported by polished apps, well-integrated with home automation systems and voice-assistants, and there are plenty of deals to go around. If you have a 24-volt HVAC system (often called forced air or central heat/air conditioning), there’s a smart thermostat […]
Our ecobee3 SMART WiFi thermostat rating: The ecobee3 at a Glance Heads up! This article is about a retired ecobee thermostat model. The current models are: ecobee SmartThermostat with Voice Control [Our Review | Amazon link] ecobee Lite SmartThermostat [Our Review | Amazon link] The remainder of this article pertains to the older ecobee3 thermostat. Room sensors, […]
Our ecobee Smart Si thermostat rating: Smart Si at a Glance PROS Easy to create a schedule through drag-and-drop web interface, much faster than the “learning” process on a Nest Costs $100+ less than Nest, Lyric, and ecobee3 with few (if any) sacrifices Detailed usage reports with Home IQ (free!) Outdoor & indoor temps displayed on unit’s screen Slim and unobtrusive design looks like […]
Last update: 2/6/2015 Our Honeywell Lyric Quick Rating: Honeywell Lyric at a Glance The Lyric had a rocky start and half a year later things aren’t looking much better. What few Amazon reviews exist for the Honeywell Lyric are not kind. Various early users on tech forums and Amazon.com complain that the Honeywell Lyric was “beta at best” […]
Problem: Your HVAC system lacks a C-wire (common wire) for your new WiFi thermostat Solution: Install a Venstar Add-a-Wire adapter! Venstar Add-a-Wire Adapter: a Simple Solution to a “Common” Problem Short a wire? If you are lacking the (ironically named) “common wire”, also known as the C-wire, you might be pleased to learn that there’s an adapter for that. The Venstar Add-a-Wire […]
Still not sure if you want a Nest or a Honeywell thermostat? This quick comparison chart compares the major features of the Nest and the Honeywell Wi-Fi thermostat (RTH9580WF). Nest vs Honeywell Wi-Fi Help me decide! Read about the Nest advantages over Honeywell Wi-Fi and the Honeywell Wi-Fi advantages over Nest. The Nest Learning Thermostat is for you if… […]