Google Nest Learning Thermostat

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How did it perform in our expert lab testing?

Overall Score

The Overall Score for this model is derived from our expert lab test results.

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Current Range of Tested Smart Thermostats

What goes into the Overall Score?

Smart IQ

/ 5

Manual operation

/ 5

Automation

/ 5

WiFi setup

/ 5

Color

/ 5

Detailed Test Results

The primary power for this thermostat is supplied via internal rechargeable battery. A "C" wire is not required for most installations (see website for details). This thermostat will work with a 2 wire system. The temperature set-point can be controlled via the app or thermostat. An operating schedule can be programmed using the app or thermostat. The home/away feature can be accessed using the app or thermostat. Does not have a vacation programming feature.

About

The Google Nest Learning Thermostat is part of the Thermostats test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, Smart Thermostats models like the Learning Thermostat are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Smart IQ: An evaluation based on the smart features and functions associated with thermostats. Considers things like messaging, reporting, features controlled remotely via a mobile device, occupancy sensing and learning.

Manual operation: The ease of manually controlling the thermostat's temperature set-point, heating/cooling schedule, home/away and vacation features - when they are available - through the thermostat and mobile app.

Automation: The ability for a thermostat to operate without input from the user.

Features & Specs

Features

Schedule programming

app and thermostat

Events per day

more than 4

Home/away access

app and thermostat

Vacation schedule setup

none

Remote sensor included

Early recovery

Yes

Learns behavior

Yes

Touch screen

Voice command

Yes

Password protection

Yes

Temperature set-point access

app and thermostat

Specs

Power source

internal rechargeable battery

C wire required

not required for most installations (see website for details)

Two wire compatible

Yes

Power sharing

Yes

Wireless technology

WiFi

Has geofencing

Yes

Occupancy sensor

Yes

Warranty (yrs.)

2 yr

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Google Nest Learning Thermostat

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