I bought this when it went on sale and also discovered that PG&E offers a $50 rebate. This made it a no brainer to replace the lousy Honeywell thermostat I've been wanting to replace for a while.
It's works good, was easy to install, and does a better job than the Honeywell it replaced. No issues with WiFi connection or app servers being flaky or down. I like that it also has trends showing how long it runs during each day, a nice addition would be temperature and humidity trends too.
Some things to be aware of:
1. Google owns Nest, so this "Nest" thermostat will only work with the Google Home app and not the Nest app. I have another Nest device that only works on the Nest app. It is annoying as I would prefer they work in either one app or the other or have the option to move both into one app, but it's not world ending. I found the Home app to be just fine, but a couple of things like where to access and edit the schedules could be more intuitive.
2. You can remove your existing thermostat, note the way it is wired, and check to make sure this is compatible with what you have on their website before you buy it.
3. This will only support 2-stage heat OR 2-stage cooling, not both. If your system has both this isn't going to provide you with ideal results and I suggest buying something else.
4. The installation manual is using the Home app to scan the QR code on the thermostat. It does a decent job stepping through the installation process and will even connect the thermostat to your WiFi for you. However I did run into an issue with the wiring diagram it provided with my 2-stage gas heating, I answered "yes" to "does your thermostat have two sets of labels" or something along those words, and it mismatched the labeling on the 2-stage heat wire. I went back to the question and said "no" and the wire label was then correct. This was more of an annoyance to me, but I could see this potentially causing unnecessary headaches for someone unfamiliar with thermostat wiring.
5. Make sure you have the C-wire, or if you don't have it get the C-wire adapter kit they offer. From some of the reviews if you don't you're going to have a bad time. Mine has the C-wire as most newer HVAC units do so wasn't a concern for me.
6. It was actually very easy to add other household members in to allow them access to the thermostat in the Home app and have it track if they are home or not for it to automatically go into Eco Mode if it detects everyone is gone. I haven't yet enabled this feature so I can't say how well it works yet.
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Makes it simple to support clean energy.
Nest Renew, a service from Google, works with compatible Nest thermostats to help you automatically prioritize your usage to times when energy is cleaner or less expensive. It’s free to join. And setup is a breeze, so it’s easy to start supporting a cleaner energy future, right from your home.[5,6]
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Compatible with 85% of systems.
It works without a C wire in most homes. Visit the Nest Compatibility Checker to learn more.
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Power off your system to get started.
Use a switch or turn off power at the fuse box. Remove the cover from your current thermostat.
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How to tell if your system isn’t compatible.
If your thermostat has stranded wires or is labeled 110V or 120V, your system is not compatible.
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Check your thermostat’s connected wires.
Use the Nest Compatibility Checker to see if your system is compatible.
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Most homes won’t need a C wire or power accessory.
If your system requires one to work, you can contact a local pro or install it yourself.
1 Compatibility 2 Getting started 3 Incompatible systems 4 Wire labels 5 Power accessories
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Easy to use.
To change the temperature, just swipe the touch bar on the side or use the app.
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Finds ways to help you save.
Savings Finder looks for more ways to save, and suggests schedule tweaks you can accept with a tap.
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Monitors your system.
It can help catch many heating and cooling system issues early, then send you an alert.[2]
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Fine-tune your comfort.
With Quick Schedule, it’s easy to program in the app, then make adjustments over time.
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Turns itself down.
Uses sensors to check if you’ve left the house and sets itself to an Eco Temperature to save energy.
1 Easy to use 2 Savings Finder 3 HVAC monitoring 4 Quick Schedule 5 Eco Temperature
Easy to install and use.
It’s designed so you can install it yourself – usually in 30 minutes or less. Just follow the simple steps in the Google Home app to quickly create a schedule that’s right for you. Or get help from a qualified pro.
Which Nest thermostat should I choose?
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Proven energy-saving featuresTurns itself down while you’re away | Proven energy-saving featuresTurns itself down while you’re away | Proven energy-saving featuresTurns itself down while you’re away |
ScheduleFlexible schedule with Savings Finder | ScheduleLearning features and Auto-Schedule | ScheduleLearning features and Auto-Schedule |
DisplayMirrored | DisplayHigh-resolution with Farsight | DisplayFrosted display that blends in |
ColorsAvailable in multiple colors | ColorsAvailable in multiple metal finishes | ColorsAvailable in white |
CompatibilityWorks with 85% of systems | CompatibilityWorks with 95% of systems | CompatibilityWorks with 85% of systems |
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Requires Adapters for basic 2 wire heating systems.
Ok this was an adventure.I originally bought one of these thinking I did not need an adapter Ended up returning itbecause I could not figure out how to install it without an adapter and the YouTube videos on adaptersare mostly a horror show.A few weeks later I talked to my heating guy and he explained the adapters to me. A small cube gets installed for each zone by the furnace in the basement. Then a different small device splits the two wiresinto 3 up by the thermostat. You end up with a common wire plus your original 2 wires. This second piecetucks nicely into the wall behind the thermostat and is not visible.Long story short, You don't have to have visible wires on older heating systems but you may have to hiresomeone to install adapters depending on how handy you are ( figure about 100 dollars per zone forlabor and the adapters ).I have five of them.The "Home" app from google works well and I can control the thermostats and set up schedules on my phone , tablet or PC. It integrates with google speakers as long as the speakers are added to the home app.An extension from the home app lets you integrate the thermostats with Alexa. You can change the temperature and inquire about the temperature in any zone. You can name the zones in the home app.Only problem I've had is that the batteries in one unit ( charged by the c-wire ) ran down because one of the batteries was not seated properly. Popped the cover off. Reinstalled the batteries. It was good to go.The home app showed me the problem and sent me an alert on my phone.Happy with this product and glad I installed them.Tip: On some holidays and Black Friday you can buy them for 75-80 dollars each.
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