Smart thermostats are one of the first devices people swap out in their homes, and we can totally understand why. With awareness growing around climate change, people are becoming increasingly interested in how they can become more energy efficient and save money as those gas bills keep going up.

This is where the smart thermostat comes in. With different options that learn your schedule, adjust temperatures accordingly, accommodate voice control and allow you to control your home's temperature from anywhere, this device is too functional to go without.

While there are many smart thermostat options on the market today, offering a lot of great choices, its easy to become quickly overwhelmed and with relatively high price points, you want to make sure you are making the best choice.

To help you decide which thermostat you should add to your smart device arsenal, I've put together a list of the top 5 Smart Thermostats for 2022.

In this post I review the 5 Best Smart Thermostats in 2022, discussing their features and pros and cons, so you can easily decide which one is best for you!

By the end of this article, you should have a clear idea of the pros and cons of the top choices for the year, helping you decide which one would work best for you.

Let's get started.

So, what are the best 5 smart thermostats for 2022?

1. Ecobee 3 Lite Smart Thermostat

Best Overall

The reason we chose as the "Best Overall" is it's ability to balance functionality, value and energy savings. Equipped with the essential features to start saving you up to 23%* annually on heating and cooling, it also learns your routine and recommends changes to your thermostat schedule.

You can control your thermostat from anywhere on iOS and Android and works with most of the leading smart home assistants, including Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Google Assistant and Samsung SmartThings. The Energy Star seal of approval means you can feel good about this choice, reaching the highest standards of energy conservation in your home.

Adding SmartSensors to your rooms allows you to manage temperatures automatically based on whether or not there are people in the room, and keep your home's temperature balanced. You can also get these sensors specifically for doors an windows to monitor whether or not they've been left open. If they are left open for more than 5 minutes, your thermostat will turn off your heating or cooling and let you know, helping reduce your energy bill and conserve your energy consumption.

*Individual savings are not guaranteed.

Pros:

• Voice Control

• Multiple Smart Assistant Support

• Touch display

• Routine and Schedule Capabilities

• Compatible with many smart devices

Cons:

• SmartSensors Sold Separately

Pricing:

$149.00/Unit

Add the best smart thermostat to your home today!

2. Nest Learning Smart Thermostat (3rd Gen)

Best in Performance

The Nest Learning Thermostat is recommended here due to its ability to heat and cool your home with the Auto-Schedule feature. Once setup, this thermostat will learn from you and your schedule, programming itself to optimize your home's energy consumption. Using features like the Home Away Assist will also ensure your home isn't being heated or cooled when no one is home, adjusting the temperature after you leave.

Allowing you to access your thermostat from anywhere using your Nest app, you can control your thermostat from anywhere, in case you need to make adjustments to your schedule. With an app that also tracks your energy consumption, you can stay on top of your energy bills and usage. This thermostat will also let you know whether or not your temperature is saving energy by displaying the "Nest Green Leaf" so you know you're doing your part!

As a Google product, this thermostat is about 3.3 x 3.3 x 1.21 inches in size (83.82 x 83.82 x 30.73 mm). You can purchase the Google Nest Temperature Sensor separately to place throughout your house and keep the temperature in your home balanced and consistent throughout.

Pros:

• Large display

• Geo-fencing Support

• Furnace monitor

• Alexa and Google Home support

• Compatible wit other Nest and third-party devices

Cons:

• Expensive

• Lacks remote room sensors

Pricing:

$249.00/Unit

Get the best in performance smart thermostat to your home today!

3. Nest Smart Thermostat

Best Entry-Level

One of the reasons we recommend the Nest Smart Thermostat as an entry-level option, is that it has been designed to work without a C-Wire in most homes. (If you don't know what a C-Wire is, check out this post coming out next week for our detailed review!).

This thermostat is also Energy Star certified, meaning it will help you save energy and keep your home at a comfortable temperature efficiently. One of the neat features with this thermostat is its Savings Finder. This feature looks for more ways your thermostat can help you save, suggesting adjustments to your schedule and settings to keep your energy consumption and utility bills down!

Unlike the Nest Learning Thermostat, with this one you have to program your desired schedule via the app on your phone. However, it will still turn itself down when the house is empty to help with energy efficiency, and offers HVAC monitoring to keep your heating and cooling systems running properly.

The Nest Thermostat is slightly smaller than the Nest Learning at 3.31 x 3.31 x 1.07 inches (83.82 x 83.82 x 27.18 mm). Please note that although this is designed to work in most homes without a C-wire, if you do end up needing one, you can purchase the Google Nest Power Connector, C-Wire Adapter.

Pros:

• Affordable

• Attractive design

• Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant Voice Command

• Scheduling and Routines

• Monitors energy usage

• Recommends ways to save energy

• Warns you about potential HVAC issues

Cons:

• No touch screen

• Can’t auto set schedules

Pricing:

$129.00/Unit

Get the best entry-level smart thermostat to your home today!

4. Amazon Smart Thermostat

Best in Affordability

Amazon made a reliable and inexpensive option to enter the smart thermostat market, leveraging Honeywell's Home Thermostat Technology to ensure this basic and very affordable option met all the requirements for your home's temperature.

This thermostat is Climate Pledge Friendly and Energy Star Certified, making it a great option and a simple way to upgrade from your traditional thermostat. Saving you an average of $50 on yearly energy bills (*savings not guaranteed) you will save almost as much as you've spent on this device within one year.

Please note that this thermostat does not have a speaker, or a microphone, so it only supports voice control through the use of an Amazon Show or Dot. If you do not want to utilize voice control, you can always use the Alexa app on your phone to set schedules and make changes no matter where you are. This thermostat also requires a C-Wire, and Amazon offers both choices, one where you can purchase just the thermostat, or one where they include the power adapter for your use. Please note the addition of the C-wire adapter increases the price yo $84.98, maintaining it's position as the best in smart thermostat affordability.

Pros:

• Very affordable

• Supports Alexa voice command

• Reports energy usage

Cons:

• No remote sensors

• Limited smart assistant compatibility

Pricing:

$59.99/Unit

Get the best in affordability choices with a smart thermostat today!

5. Honeywell Home T9 Smart Thermostat with Sensor

Best in Overall Temperature Maintenance

Giving you monthly energy reports and with one of the best multi-room sensor systems on the market, this thermostat goes above and beyond in maintaining the overall temperature of your home. Whether you choose to set the schedule yourself, or let your room sensors respond to your lifestyle, this thermostat will keep your home at your ideal temperature, saving money and energy at the same time.

The Honeywell smart room sensors have a stronger signal and range of up to 200 ft, so its no wonder its the best at keeping your home's temperature maintenance on point. being Energy Star certified is a bonus, along with the automatic home and away modes. Whether you are adjusting from the app on your phone, or letting it react to your schedule with geo-fencing, this thermostat is simple and easy to use.

While a C-Wire is required, Honeywell ensures that everything you need is required, including the power adapter, so that the T9 will work in almost any home. It is compatible with forced air (gas, oil or electric) hot water and steam and heat pumps with electric backup. Honeywell offers a variety of product integrations, including leak detectors, sensors, air filters, and light switches. The below noted price reflects the cost of the smart thermostat only, without any additional devices.

Pros:

• Dual band Wi-Fi

• Remote room sensors

• Works with Alexa and Google voice commands

• Provides uniform temperatures throughout your home

Cons:

• Choose between schedule or geo-fencing, not both.

• No humidity control

Pricing:

$139.99/Unit

Get the best in home temperature maintenance with a Honeywell T9 smart thermostat today!

Already have the device but needing help with installation and setup? Reach out to one of our smart home techs today, so we can help get your smart devices up and running without the hassle!

Further reading on Local Intellitech: Have you ever wondered what makes a smart device smart?

By understanding what makes a smart device 'smart' you can better leverage the different options available to you when considering smart technology.

The smart technology industry is booming, and we're just starting to get into how we can incorporate it into our every day lives and household to help things run smoother and more efficiently.

Knowing how to leverage this technology is so important in today's world, keeping your home operating efficiently, so that you can save energy, money and time, living a supported lifestyle.

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