Google · Smart Thermostat
Google Nest Smart Thermostat
~C$83
The Google Nest Smart Thermostat is a budget-friendly way to add app and voice control to your home's heating and cooling. It offers automatic scheduling, preset comfort modes, and ENERGY STAR certification to help reduce energy use. Guided DIY setup through the Alexa app makes it approachable for many households with compatible 24V HVAC systems.
Pros
- + Low entry price for a smart thermostat
- + ENERGY STAR certified with claimed energy savings
- + Works with Alexa for voice and app control
- + Automatic home, away, and sleep presets simplify scheduling
- + Compatible with most 24V HVAC systems
Cons
- - Not suitable for every HVAC setup outside most 24V systems
- - Alexa app is central to setup and control
- - No display or physical design details listed
- - Advanced room-by-room sensing is not mentioned
Key Specs
- Connectivity
- Alexa app, Ring app
- Installation
- Guided DIY installation via Alexa app
- Certification
- ENERGY STAR
- Smart Features
- Automatic scheduling, home/away/sleep presets, Cleaner Energy feature
- Voice Assistant
- Alexa
- HVAC Compatibility
- Most 24V HVAC systems
Our Verdict
A strong value pick for shoppers who want basic smart thermostat convenience and energy-saving features without spending much. Just make sure your HVAC system is compatible and that Alexa-based control fits your setup.
Best For
Homeowners or renters with a compatible 24V HVAC system who want affordable smart temperature control through Alexa and mobile apps.
How It Compares
| Spec | Google Nest Smart Thermostat | Ecobee Smart Thermostat Enhanced | ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ~C$83 | ~C$236.63 | ~C$340 |
| Connectivity | Alexa app, Ring app | — | — |
| Installation | Guided DIY installation via Alexa app | — | — |
| Certification | ENERGY STAR | — | — |
| Smart Features | Automatic scheduling, home/away/sleep presets, Cleaner Energy feature | — | — |
| Voice Assistant | Alexa | — | — |
| HVAC Compatibility | Most 24V HVAC systems | — | — |
| Brand | — | ecobee | — |
| Price | — | CAD 236.63 | — |
| Product | — | Smart Thermostat Enhanced | — |
| Category | — | Smart home thermostat | — |
| Controls | — | App and thermostat controls | — |
| Mounting | — | Wall-mounted | — |
| Smart Home | — | Voice assistant and smart-home platform support | — |
| Display | — | — | 3.5 inch touchscreen |
| Sensors | — | — | Temp, humidity, occupancy, air quality |
| Protocol | — | — | WiFi, Matter |
| Compatible | — | — | Alexa, Google, HomeKit |
Frequently Asked Questions
Will this work with my heating and cooling system?
It is listed as compatible with most 24V HVAC systems, so compatibility should be checked before buying.
Can I control it when I'm away from home?
Yes. The listing says it works with the Alexa app and Ring app for on-the-go control.
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