The 6 Best Smart Thermostats to Keep Your House Warm and Save You Money
created: Jan. 16, 2026, 10:08 p.m. | updated: Jan. 19, 2026, 12:34 p.m.
Just like Wi-Fi-enabled lights and plugs and locks, smart thermostats give you the ability to automate an element of your home for increased convenience.
For the past few months, my colleagues and I have been steadily testing smart thermostats throughout in our homes, including models from Google Nest, ecobee, and Honeywell Home.
Best Smart ThermostatsBest Overall:Best Value:Best for Google Smart Home Integration:Easy to Read Display:Best for Homes with Baseboards:How We Tested and SelectedThe Popular Mechanics Gear Team has tested several of these recommendations over the course of several months, including the and the .
We installed these smart thermostats in our homes, set them up, and used them to keep ourselves warm and cool, as the seasons demanded.
We also prioritized options that were highly compatible with other smart devices and offered convenient features for everyday use.
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