Compare Google Nest Smart Thermostat Specs - Google Store
Which Nest thermostat
is right for your home?
is right for your home?
Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) Nest Learning Thermostat (3rd gen) Nest Thermostat | Nest Learning Thermostat (3rd gen) Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) Nest Learning Thermostat (3rd gen) Nest Thermostat | Nest Thermostat Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) Nest Learning Thermostat (3rd gen) Nest Thermostat |
Nest’s newest, smartest, and most advanced thermostat | Nest's original thermostat (no longer sold) | Energy-saving essentials at a cozy price |
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60% larger, high-res borderless display with Dynamic Farsight | High-res display with Farsight to show you the time, temperature, or weather | Crisp display with mirrored glass lens |
Customize the home screen to show helpful info like time, temp, weather, humidity, outdoor air quality, and more | ||
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Stainless steel ring | Metal ring | Recycled plastic housing |
Turn the dial and press down for a more detailed description | Turn the dial and press down to adjust | Swipe and tap the side of the thermostat to adjust |
Guided install and setup | ||
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The most compatible Nest Learning Thermostat. | Very good compatibility | Good compatibility |
No C wire required in most homes. | Works with 95% of systems | Works with 85% of systems |
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Automatically creates a schedule by learning your routine and preferences | Automatically creates a schedule by learning your routine and preferences | Guided schedule setup in the Google Home app |
Can implement energy-saving suggestions automatically, or you can accept / reject the tweaks in the Google Home app | Manually set schedule in the Nest app | |
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Compatible | Limited compatibility | Not compatible |
(Sensor included in the box) | (Sensor sold separately. Some Temperature Sensor features not supported) | |
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Included | Included | Sold separately |
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Google Home app | Requires Nest app | Google Home app |
Basic functionality in Google Home app | ||
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60% larger display than Nest Learning Thermostat (3rd gen) | ||
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Smart Schedule — learns your preferred temperatures, and responds to your preferences over time. Option to receive suggestions instead of automatic updates. | Auto-Schedule — learns your preferences and improves over time | Quick Schedule — guided schedule setup |
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2 years | 2 years | 1 year |
Energy rebates make it even more cozy.
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Energy rebates make it even more cozy.
Save with rebates, rewards, and offers from your energy provider.
What makes a Nest thermostat a Nest thermostat?
It’s beautifully designed to keep you comfortable and help save energy.
Turns itself down when you’re away.
Control it from anywhere.
Remote temp sensing.
- 1Google Home app required.
- 2Remote control and mobile notifications require working internet and Wi-Fi.
- ‡Temperature averaging between multiple sensors not available. Sensor scheduling available in 4 hour blocks.