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Smart thermostats allow you to control the temperature of your home digitally, and intelligently
They can learn your domestic routines, give you control from anywhere in the world, enable you to adjust rooms independently, and even let
you control your heating using your voice.But not all smart thermostats are created equal, and different models each have their own
particular selling points
In this round-up we're going to be talking you through the best smart thermostats you can buy from the biggest names in the business: Nest,
suited to.Because of the nature of the market a direct comparison isn't actually very helpful, so the units here aren't ranked by number
according to our preference
Instead, you can rest assured that we recommend all the systems featured, and it's simply a matter of you deciding which one will suit you
resolution | Sensors: 10 temperature sensors, indoor humidity, proximity, near-field activity, far-field activity, ambient light | Zonal
Apple HomeKitNest is one of the biggest names in the smart home market, and for good reason
(third generation) is renowned for its ability to learn your routines and adjust itself accordingly
from location-based features that track where your phone is, and will turn the heating on or off depending on your location
But don't worry that it's going to turn off the heating and leave your guests to freeze when you're out, as its built-in sensors enable it
that if you're a tech novice it can be a little complicated to set up and use
The absence of zonal control means that while you'll be able to digitally control your property as a whole, you'll still have to manually
Plus, with Google behind it, Nest is a good system to invest in if you're planning to build a wider smart home setup.Hive Active Heating 2A
stunning little thermostat with the smarts to matchDimensions: 100 x 100 x 48mm | Screen: 3.5-inch color TFT display, 320 x 480 resolution |
Sensors: Temperature | Zonal control: with Active Heating Multizone | Connectivity: Zigbee HA 2.0Beautiful designEasy to useNeeds to be
everything from the August smart lock to PayPal's brand identity
That top-quality styling makes the Hive Active Heating thermostat something you'll be proud to have on your wall.What's more, Hive has an
excellent ecosystem, so you're able to control a vast range of Hive products using a single app
worth noting that, like the Nest thermostat above, Hive Active Heating doesn't support Apple's HomeKit, so it's best avoided if you're
Active thermostat gives you the option of keeping things extremely simple, while being packed with features for those who want greater
272 resolution | Sensors: temperature sensor | Zonal control: yes | Connectivity: Wi-Fi, BluetoothIncredibly simple controlsGreat zonal
controlExpensiveNot the most aesthetically pleasingThe Honeywell Evohome gives you total control over your home, with individual thermostats
for each radiator enabling you to set an independent heating schedule for every room in your house.It's difficult to grasp what a difference
this feature makes until you've tried it for yourself
If you live in a house where different inhabitants prefer a different temperature, or if one room always seems to be hotter or colder than
the others, this system is going to be a godsend.What's more, it works with under-floor heating too, so even if you have a large and
radiator thermostats aren't going to win any awards for design, coming as they do in plain white plastic, but that's not really the point of
It's a simple system, without the bells and whistles of the Nest or Hive, but if you've got a complicated heating system that you want to
| Screen: LED matrix | Sensors: temperature sensors, indoor humidity, ambient light | Zonal control: yes | Connectivity: via Tado Internet
It offers the zonal control of the Honeywell Evohome, a slick design that rivals the Hive, and the geofencing smarts to match the Nest, but
anyone who buys the Tado regretting their purchase
The problem is, it just doesn't manage to outshine any of its rivals.One thing that does make the Tado stand out in this list is Apple
issues, so these could well be addressed over time
The Tado Smart Thermostat isn't currently available in the US, but as Tado's Cooling system is sold there we'd be surprised if it didn't
| Sensors: temperature, humidity, proximity, ambient light | Zonal control: no | Connectivity: Wi-Fi, Bluetooth Low EnergyCheap compared to
Learning Thermostat but don't fancy shelling out the money for it, there's a cheaper alternative
on your wall.As the Nest's smaller sibling it benefits from industry-leading smarts, lacking only the most advanced features of the premium
make a cheap alternative without damaging the qualities that made the original great
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