Upgrading your thermostat to a smart thermostat is a great way to save money on your monthly utility bills, but it’s not a decision to be taken lightly. In addition to browsing dozens of products and finding the ones that offer all the features you’re interested in, you’ll also need to make sure they’ll work with your existing HVAC system. And if you live in an older home or without a C wire, shopping for a smart thermostat can be a challenge.
Fortunately, there are a handful of great smart thermostats that don’t require a C wire. Here’s a closer look at three smart thermostats to consider.
Google Nest E Thermostat
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simple installation
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A powerful smartphone app
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minimalist design
The Google Nest Thermostat E offers almost everything you want from a smart thermostat. It is elegant, easy to use and the installation is the simplest. Best of all, a C cable is not required, although it may not be compatible with all configurations, so be sure to use Google’s guide before purchasing.
If all goes well, you will receive one of the best smart thermostats on the market. With a frosted display, the humble thermostat easily blends into most home decor and looks much more modern than traditional units. It also comes with a unique feature that lets you know it’s running at an eco-friendly temperature by displaying the Nest sheet on the screen.
Other notable features include the ability to set schedules, sync with Google Home, and scroll through energy history graphs to see how you can improve your usage.
Ecobee3 Lite Smart Thermostat
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Modern design
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Synchronizes with other Ecobee products
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Support for Alexa, HomeKit and Google Home
This listing comes with a small caveat: while the Ecobee3 Lite doesn’t require a C cable, you’ll likely need to install a power adapter (which is included with your purchase). It’s not an impossible task for the average homeowner, although it does involve some wiring changes. But if you don’t mind spending a few minutes fiddling with the settings, the Ecobee3 Lite is a great option.
Ecobee says you can save up to 23% a year on your heating and cooling costs, making it a smart investment. It also integrates nicely with other Ecobee products, as you can install various sensors to allow your thermostat to turn off when a window is opened or when you go out for the day. Combined with an intuitive smartphone app and sleek thermostat design, it’s easy to see why the Ecobee3 Lite is so popular.
Ecobee3 Lite Smart Thermostat
sensitive sky
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Designed for standalone air conditioning units
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simple installation
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A versatile smartphone app
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It is not compatible with central air conditioning units.
People without central air conditioning aren’t left out of the fun with a smart thermostat, as Sensibo Sky is specifically designed for portable, wall-mounted or freestanding units. It works with most remote-controlled models on the market, allowing you to quickly turn them into a smart device.
Sensibo Sky is smart enough to turn your air conditioner on and off when you come in and out, adjust your home’s “just right feel” on the fly by measuring both humidity and temperature, and even lets you schedule a time for it to run. It may not be as robust as other smart thermostats, but if you’re working with a stand-alone unit, it’s hard to find a better device than this.
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