Best Programmable Smart Thermostats Updated May 2025

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Best Programmable Smart Thermostats
2025 Buyer's GuideUpdated May 2025
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9.9

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9.9

ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium with Smart Sensor and Air Quality Monitor - Programmable Wifi Thermostat - Works with Siri, Ale...
Programmable: Yes, 7-day schedule
Compatibility: 95% of HVAC systems
C-Wire Required: No
Smart Home Integrations: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, iOS, Android
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Picked by 398 people this week!
Picked by 398 people this week!

9.9

1
ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium with Smart Sensor and Air Quality Monitor - Programmable Wifi Thermostat - Works with Siri, Ale...
Programmable: Yes, 7-day schedule
Compatibility: 95% of HVAC systems
C-Wire Required: No
Smart Home Integrations: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, iOS, Android

9.7

2

9.7

Google Nest Thermostat - Smart Thermostat for Home - Programmable Wifi Thermostat - Snow
Programmable: Yes, with auto-scheduling
Compatibility: 95% of HVAC systems
C-Wire Required: No
Smart Home Integrations: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, iOS, Android, Nest

9.7

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Google Nest Thermostat - Smart Thermostat for Home - Programmable Wifi Thermostat - Snow
Programmable: Yes, with auto-scheduling
Compatibility: 95% of HVAC systems
C-Wire Required: No
Smart Home Integrations: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, iOS, Android, Nest

9.5

3

9.5

Google Nest Learning Thermostat - Programmable Smart Thermostat for Home - 3rd Generation Nest Thermostat - Compatible with Ale...
Programmable: Yes, 7-day schedule
Compatibility: Most 24V HVAC systems
C-Wire Required: Depends on system
Smart Home Integrations: Amazon Alexa, Google Home

9.5

3
Google Nest Learning Thermostat - Programmable Smart Thermostat for Home - 3rd Generation Nest Thermostat - Compatible with Ale...
Programmable: Yes, 7-day schedule
Compatibility: Most 24V HVAC systems
C-Wire Required: Depends on system
Smart Home Integrations: Amazon Alexa, Google Home

9.3

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9.3

Like-New Amazon Smart Thermostat – ENERGY STAR certified, DIY install, Works with Alexa – C-wire required
Programmable: Yes, with auto-scheduling
Compatibility: Most 24V HVAC systems
C-Wire Required: Yes
Smart Home Integrations: Amazon Alexa

9.3

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Like-New Amazon Smart Thermostat – ENERGY STAR certified, DIY install, Works with Alexa – C-wire required
Programmable: Yes, with auto-scheduling
Compatibility: Most 24V HVAC systems
C-Wire Required: Yes
Smart Home Integrations: Amazon Alexa

9.2

5

9.2

meross Smart Thermostat for Home, WiFi Thermostat Works with Matter, Alexa, Apple Home, Google Assistant, App & Voice Control, ...
Programmable: Yes, 7-day schedule
Compatibility: 95% of HVAC systems
C-Wire Required: Yes
Smart Home Integrations: Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomeKit

9.2

5
meross Smart Thermostat for Home, WiFi Thermostat Works with Matter, Alexa, Apple Home, Google Assistant, App & Voice Control, ...
Programmable: Yes, 7-day schedule
Compatibility: 95% of HVAC systems
C-Wire Required: Yes
Smart Home Integrations: Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomeKit

9.1

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9.1

Honeywell Home RTH9585WF Wi-Fi Smart Color Thermostat, 7 Day Programmable, Touch Screen, Energy Star, Alexa Ready, C-Wire Requi...
Programmable: Yes, 7-day schedule
Compatibility: 95% of HVAC systems
C-Wire Required: Yes
Smart Home Integrations: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT, iOS, Android

9.1

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Honeywell Home RTH9585WF Wi-Fi Smart Color Thermostat, 7 Day Programmable, Touch Screen, Energy Star, Alexa Ready, C-Wire Requi...
Programmable: Yes, 7-day schedule
Compatibility: 95% of HVAC systems
C-Wire Required: Yes
Smart Home Integrations: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT, iOS, Android

8.8

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8.8

Amazon Smart Thermostat – Save money and energy - Works with Alexa and Ring - C-wire required
Programmable: Yes, with auto-scheduling
Compatibility: 95% of HVAC systems
C-Wire Required: No
Smart Home Integrations: Amazon Alexa
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8.8

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Amazon Smart Thermostat – Save money and energy - Works with Alexa and Ring - C-wire required
Programmable: Yes, with auto-scheduling
Compatibility: 95% of HVAC systems
C-Wire Required: No
Smart Home Integrations: Amazon Alexa

8.7

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8.7

Honeywell Home RTH8800WF2022, T5 WiFi Smart Thermostat, 7 Day-Programmable Touchscreen, Alexa Ready, Geofencing Technology, Ene...
Programmable: Yes, 7-day schedule
Compatibility: 95% of HVAC systems
C-Wire Required: Yes
Smart Home Integrations: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, iOS, Android

8.7

8
Honeywell Home RTH8800WF2022, T5 WiFi Smart Thermostat, 7 Day-Programmable Touchscreen, Alexa Ready, Geofencing Technology, Ene...
Programmable: Yes, 7-day schedule
Compatibility: 95% of HVAC systems
C-Wire Required: Yes
Smart Home Integrations: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, iOS, Android

8.6

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8.6

Honeywell Home RENEWRTH9585WF Smart Color Thermostat (Renewed), Silver (RENEWRTH9585WF/U)
Programmable: Yes, with auto-scheduling
Compatibility: 95% of HVAC systems
C-Wire Required: Yes
Smart Home Integrations: Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings, IFTTT
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8.6

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Honeywell Home RENEWRTH9585WF Smart Color Thermostat (Renewed), Silver (RENEWRTH9585WF/U)
Programmable: Yes, with auto-scheduling
Compatibility: 95% of HVAC systems
C-Wire Required: Yes
Smart Home Integrations: Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings, IFTTT
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8.3

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8.3

meross Smart Thermostat for Electric Baseboard and in-Wall Heaters Work with HomeKit, Alexa and Google Home, 120V-240V Wi-Fi Pr...
Programmable: Yes, 7-day schedule
Compatibility: Electric baseboard, convector, and fan-forced systems
C-Wire Required: No
Smart Home Integrations: Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings
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8.3

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meross Smart Thermostat for Electric Baseboard and in-Wall Heaters Work with HomeKit, Alexa and Google Home, 120V-240V Wi-Fi Pr...
Programmable: Yes, 7-day schedule
Compatibility: Electric baseboard, convector, and fan-forced systems
C-Wire Required: No
Smart Home Integrations: Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings
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Our Top Choice

9.9

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9.9

ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium with Smart Sensor and Air Quality Monitor - Programmable Wifi Thermostat - Works with Siri, Ale...
Programmable: Yes, 7-day schedule
Compatibility: 95% of HVAC systems
C-Wire Required: No
Smart Home Integrations: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, iOS, Android
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Picked by 398 people this week!
Picked by 398 people this week!

9.9

1
ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium with Smart Sensor and Air Quality Monitor - Programmable Wifi Thermostat - Works with Siri, Ale...
Programmable: Yes, 7-day schedule
Compatibility: 95% of HVAC systems
C-Wire Required: No
Smart Home Integrations: Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, iOS, Android

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Best Overall
1. ecobee Premium Smart Thermostat
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2. Google Nest Smart Thermostat
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3. Google Nest Learning Thermostat 3rd Gen (Renewed)
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4. Amazon Smart Thermostat (Refurbished)
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5. Meross Smart Thermostat
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6. Honeywell Home Wi-Fi Color Smart Thermostat
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7. Amazon Smart Thermostat
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8. Honeywell Home Wi-Fi Smart Thermostat
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9. Honeywell Home RENEWRTH9585WF Thermostat (Renewed)
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10. Meross Smart Thermostat
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Programmable
Yes, 7-day schedule Yes, with auto-scheduling Yes, 7-day schedule Yes, with auto-scheduling Yes, 7-day schedule Yes, 7-day schedule Yes, with auto-scheduling Yes, 7-day schedule Yes, with auto-scheduling Yes, 7-day schedule
Programmable
Yes, 7-day schedule Yes, with auto-scheduling Yes, 7-day schedule Yes, with auto-scheduling Yes, 7-day schedule Yes, 7-day schedule Yes, with auto-scheduling Yes, 7-day schedule Yes, with auto-scheduling Yes, 7-day schedule
Compatibility
95% of HVAC systems 95% of HVAC systems Most 24V HVAC systems Most 24V HVAC systems 95% of HVAC systems 95% of HVAC systems 95% of HVAC systems 95% of HVAC systems 95% of HVAC systems Electric baseboard, convector, and fan-forced systems
Compatibility
95% of HVAC systems 95% of HVAC systems Most 24V HVAC systems Most 24V HVAC systems 95% of HVAC systems 95% of HVAC systems 95% of HVAC systems 95% of HVAC systems 95% of HVAC systems Electric baseboard, convector, and fan-forced systems
C-Wire Required
No No Depends on system Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes No
C-Wire Required
No No Depends on system Yes Yes Yes No Yes Yes No
Smart Home Integrations
Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, iOS, Android Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, iOS, Android, Nest Amazon Alexa, Google Home Amazon Alexa Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomeKit Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT, iOS, Android Amazon Alexa Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, iOS, Android Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings, IFTTT Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings
Smart Home Integrations
Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, iOS, Android Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, iOS, Android, Nest Amazon Alexa, Google Home Amazon Alexa Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomeKit Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, IFTTT, iOS, Android Amazon Alexa Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, iOS, Android Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings, IFTTT Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings

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