Smart home deal: Google Nest thermostat

The Energy Star-certified Google Nest smart thermostat is our smart home deal of the day. It’s simple to install and use and will help you take control of your energy bills.

Get your energy bills under control

Our smart home deal of the day is this smart thermostat from Google Nest. With enough intelligence to monitor your HVAC system for issues and alert you of problems, the Google Nest is a full-featured thermostat that will help you get your energy bills under control.

Google Nest works over Wi-Fi and connects to your Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa hubs. It works seamlessly with devices like the Google Nest Hub Max and Amazon Echo Dot. The Nest thermostat is also compatible with Vera, Nest, iPhone, and Android phones. You can use your voice or the touchscreen on your smart home hub or smartphone to adjust settings, set schedules, and control the temperature in real time.

Google Nest smart thermostat on wall

This Google Nest smart programmable thermostat (model: GA2081-US) comes in four colors, works with most heating and cooling systems, and can be controlled from anywhere in the world using the Google Home app on your smartphone.

Pros

  • Energy Star certified
  • Compatible with Alexa, Google Assistant, iPhones, and Android
  • Easy to install
  • Monitors your heating/cooling systems and alerts you of problems
  • Good value

Cons

  • Doesn’t have a touchscreen

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