# Amazon Smart Thermostat

- Source: https://stierproducts.com/products/amazon-smart-thermostat
- Category board: https://stierproducts.com/categories/smart-thermostats
- Placement: #6 of 16 in Smart Thermostats, C tier
- Brand: Amazon
- LP on this board: 472
- Last researched: 2026-09-10T11:21:18.369Z
- Method: https://stierproducts.com/methodology
- Dataset: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.22062813 - every board at once, one dated snapshot per release, same licence, prices and photographs left out
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## Verdict

The Amazon Smart Thermostat offers a very low price point but falls short on learning, HVAC compatibility, and firmware stability, leading to poor long-term reliability.

## For

- Low price
- Alexa support
- Roughly half the price of flagship rivals
- Energy Star certified
- About a 30-minute DIY install

## Against

- No learning algorithm
- Limited HVAC compatibility
- Sporadic firmware updates
- Limited feature set
- No room sensors

## Flagged as one to avoid

This product entered 3 of 10 runs as one buyers cross-shop but should not buy, rather than as a pick. It is published here rather than dropped.

## Evidence

Consolidated from 38 cited sources across 35 outlets

| Outlet | Said by | Stance | Link | Link status |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| PCMag Middle East | me.pcmag.com | B | https://me.pcmag.com/en/smart-thermostats/17755/amazon-smart-thermostat | fetched and confirmed |
| Mysa | Michael Hansford | B | https://getmysa.com/en-us/blogs/all/amazon-smart-thermostat-vs-google-nest?srsltid=AfmBOornnS8_vFOUaD-JSXGEYAahSRdry4KKO2Q28Ta7KjhhgrepbCWF | fetched and confirmed |
| Facebook | - | B | https://www.facebook.com/PCMag/posts/the-very-affordable-amazon-smart-thermostat-lets-you-control-your-heating-and-co/1425507002782428/ | fetched and confirmed |
| smartzenhome.com | SmartZenHome | B | https://smartzenhome.com/amazon-smart-thermostat-review-setup-guide/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Bob Vila | Katie Barton | B | https://www.bobvila.com/reviews/affordable-smart-thermostat/ | fetched and confirmed |
| CNET | Trishna Mirajkar | B | https://www.cnet.com/deals/amazon-smart-thermostat-deal/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Elyvora US | Elyvora US | B | https://elyvora.us/blog/reduce-energy-bills-with-smart-thermostats-complete-guide | fetched and confirmed |
| TechGearLab | Austin Palmer | B | https://www.techgearlab.com/topics/smart-home/best-thermostat | fetched and confirmed |
| BGR | Zack Palm | C | https://www.bgr.com/2060750/major-smart-thermostats-ranked-according-customer-reviews/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Galipp's Gadgets | Galipp's Gadgets | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xa2XAojNiAw | fetched and confirmed |
| Pcmag | George Yang | B | https://www.pcmag.com/deals/save-money-with-cool-21-off-amazon-smart-thermostat-august-26 | fetched and confirmed |
| MakeUseOf | Jonathon Jachura | C | https://www.makeuseof.com/smart-thermostat-wasted-energy-until-changing-this/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Bob Vila | Tony Carrick, Jasmine Harding, Glenda Taylor, Paul Rankin | B | https://www.bobvila.com/reviews/best-smart-thermostats-2026/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Patriotvo | patriotvo.com | B | https://www.patriotvo.com/amazon/amazon-smart-thermostat/ | fetched and confirmed |
| Smart Select Reviews | Smart Select Reviews | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ml_50mTJnx8 | fetched and confirmed |
| Best Gadget Reviews | Best Gadget Reviews | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cRLuBUDL9Cs | fetched and confirmed |
| Erin Lawrence | Erin Lawrence | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xIR6zs1x918 | fetched and confirmed |
| One Hour Smart Home | One Hour Smart Home | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k9ntJjoCbok | fetched and confirmed |
| Handyman Hertz | Handyman Hertz | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MWQWEHA4vjc | fetched and confirmed |
| Pixel Review | Pixel Review | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VPdcl21EWvw | fetched and confirmed |
| Revu2u | Revu2u | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rJCInIet2ZM | fetched and confirmed |
| SmartCart Reviews | SmartCart Reviews | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3OKi40V_Qno | fetched and confirmed |
| GADGET GOD | GADGET GOD | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U-tUrLCzux0 | fetched and confirmed |
| Flicky Facts | Flicky Facts | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ARyCve7EbdU | fetched and confirmed |
| Min Product LAB. | Min Product LAB. | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u0tLJ7M6Gt4 | fetched and confirmed |
| Locksmith Recommended | Locksmith Recommended | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=006FAtRsLkA | fetched and confirmed |
| NerdDad | NerdDad | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q42eFgpS6Bg | fetched and confirmed |
| TechNews Finder | TechNews Finder | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G26AUCg8moM | fetched and confirmed |
| Happy Life | Happy Life | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zIgJGbYPDxA | fetched and confirmed |
| Tech Pulse MZ | Tech Pulse MZ | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vnNuylubrZQ | fetched and confirmed |
| BOX | BOX | B | https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Z8J8cW1ofk | fetched and confirmed |
| Reviewed | Rachel Murphy | B | https://www.reviewed.com/smarthome/best-right-now/the-best-smart-thermostats | fetched and confirmed |
| Tom's Guide | tomsguide.com | B | https://www.tomsguide.com/us/best-smart-thermostats,review-2751.html | fetched and confirmed |
| PCMag Canada | ca.pcmag.com | B | https://ca.pcmag.com/smart-thermostats/140/the-best-smart-thermostats | fetched and confirmed |
| Costs, Info & Choosing | modernize.com | B | https://modernize.com/hvac/best-smart-thermostats | fetched and confirmed |
| Mysa | Michael Hansford | C | https://getmysa.com/en-us/blogs/all/best-smart-thermostat-for-heat-pump?srsltid=AfmBOorNvEXbWp0DhUG7Qn7fqcBGxMp55p_y6snXJBgX4DA2dyDTPTer | fetched and confirmed |
| Gearbrain | 10154013767872392 | C | https://www.gearbrain.com/best-smart-thermostats-heat-pumps-2026-2676852712.html | fetched and confirmed |
| Pcmag | pcmag.com | B | https://www.pcmag.com/categories/smart-thermostats | fetched and confirmed |

## Nearest alternatives on this board

| Rank | Product | Tier | Page |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| 1 | Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium | S | https://stierproducts.com/products/ecobee-smart-thermostat-premium |
| 2 | Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) | A | https://stierproducts.com/products/google-nest-learning-thermostat-4th-gen |
| 3 | Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential | A | https://stierproducts.com/products/ecobee-smart-thermostat-essential |
| 4 | Ecobee Smart Thermostat Enhanced | B | https://stierproducts.com/products/ecobee-smart-thermostat-enhanced |
| 5 | Sensi Touch 2 | B | https://stierproducts.com/products/sensi-touch-2 |
| 7 | Honeywell Home T9 Smart Thermostat | C | https://stierproducts.com/products/honeywell-home-t9-smart-thermostat |
| 8 | Honeywell Home X8S | C | https://stierproducts.com/products/honeywell-home-x8s |
| 9 | Mysa Smart Thermostat for Electric Baseboard Heaters | C | https://stierproducts.com/products/mysa-smart-thermostat-for-electric-baseboard-heaters |
| 10 | Google Nest Thermostat | C | https://stierproducts.com/products/google-nest-thermostat-standard-non-learning |
| 11 | Aqara W200 Thermostat | D | https://stierproducts.com/products/aqara-w200-thermostat |

The full board is at https://stierproducts.com/categories/smart-thermostats.

## What this tier means

- C: Fair. Acceptable in the right situation, outclassed at its price.

## How to read this

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