$59.99 – $79.99
Budget-friendly Alexa-exclusive smart thermostat made with Honeywell technology. Energy Star certified with C-wire required.
You want automatic energy savings without complex setup
Alexa Hunches learns your habits and automatically adjusts temperature when you leave or sleep. Set it and forget it approach.
You want simple app-guided installation
One of the easiest smart thermostat installations. Alexa app walks you through each step with clear visual instructions.
You want a smart thermostat under $60
At $59, it offers features typically found in $200+ thermostats. Energy savings and smart scheduling at the lowest price point.
You are deep in the Alexa ecosystem
Best budget smart thermostat for Alexa users. Voice control via Echo devices, Alexa Hunches for automatic adjustments based on your habits.
You use Apple HomeKit or Google Home
Amazon Smart Thermostat only works with Alexa. No HomeKit or Google Assistant support at all.
You have electric baseboard or line-voltage heating
Only works with 24-volt HVAC systems. Not compatible with 110V or 240V line-voltage systems.
You want room sensors for multi-zone control
No remote sensor support. Reads temperature only at thermostat location. Consider Ecobee for room sensors.
Thermostat randomly becomes unresponsive to voice commands. Requires detaching and reattaching faceplate to fix.
Amazon ForumsRandom WiFi disconnections causing loss of app control. Only works on 2.4GHz - WPA3 must be disabled on router.
Amazon reviewsDisplay partially lit or malfunctioning making it unreadable
occasionalCause: Hardware defect in some units - digital display has half-lit sides
Must cycle through all modes to change temperature - cumbersome interface
widespreadCause: Design limitation - no direct mode selection from touchscreen
Installing near air vents, windows, or heat sources
Erratic temperature readings cause HVAC to cycle incorrectly
Tip: Install on interior wall away from vents, direct sunlight, and appliances that generate heat or cold air.
Using 5GHz WiFi or having WPA3 enabled on router
Thermostat fails to connect during setup
Tip: Connect to 2.4GHz network only. Disable WPA3 in router settings before setup. Re-enable after if needed.
All app control, scheduling, voice commands, Alexa Hunches automation. Cannot control locally even on same network.
Manual temperature adjustment via touchscreen buttons only
Single thermostat per HVAC zone. No room sensor support. Multiple thermostats can be added to Alexa app but scheduling has bugs.
Known bug: multiple Amazon thermostats in same Alexa account appear to share schedules in app even when configured separately. Each zone needs separate thermostat.
Google Nest Thermostat
If: Want Google Home integration instead of Alexa
Ecobee Smart Thermostat
If: Need HomeKit support or room sensors
Honeywell T6 Pro WiFi
If: Want HomeKit at a budget price with Z-Wave option
You have Echo devices and use Alexa daily
Best value smart thermostat for Alexa users at $60. Alexa Hunches automation and voice control work seamlessly.
You want cross-platform smart home compatibility
Alexa-only is a dealbreaker for mixed ecosystems. Spend more on Ecobee for HomeKit/Google/Alexa support.
You are budget-conscious and new to smart home
Lowest entry point for a quality smart thermostat. Easy installation and proven energy savings for beginners.
Yes, it works with heat pumps, but pay careful attention to O/B wire configuration during setup. Incorrect settings can cause reversed operation (heating when cooling is called).
Source: DIY ForumsBasic manual control via touchscreen works offline, but all smart features require internet. App control, schedules, and Alexa voice commands need active cloud connection.
Source: User ReviewsO/B wire setting for heat pumps causes reversed operation - cooling when heating and vice versa. Requires manual correction.
DIY forumsBug makes multiple thermostats appear to share schedules in Alexa app, even when configured separately.
Amazon ForumsApp setup confusing with poor error messages and slow Alexa app
commonCause: Alexa app quality issues and lack of detailed troubleshooting steps
Thermostat goes into auto mode on its own after software updates
occasionalCause: Firmware updates reset some user preferences
No local network control - requires internet for all smart features
widespreadCause: Design choice - all commands go through Amazon cloud servers
Not checking C-wire connection at HVAC control board
Blank display or thermostat powers off randomly
Tip: Verify C-wire is connected at both thermostat AND furnace control board terminal labeled "24V Common".
Temperature settings, HVAC usage patterns, occupancy detection via Alexa Hunches, voice recordings if using Echo
Amazon uses collected data for targeted advertising. Deleting voice recordings does not delete interaction data. No local API available.
You care about privacy or want local control
All control goes through Amazon cloud. No local API. Data used for advertising. Consider Z-Wave alternatives.
Alexa Hunches learns your temperature adjustment habits and automatically makes changes for you. If you lower temp at the same time every night, Alexa will ask if you want it done automatically.
Source: Amazon FeaturesYes, a C-wire is required for power. If your system lacks a C-wire, Amazon sells a C-wire adapter kit for $15 extra, or you can purchase the bundle that includes it.
Source: Amazon SupportNo. The Amazon Smart Thermostat only works with Alexa. It is not compatible with Google Home, Google Assistant, or Apple HomeKit. For those ecosystems, consider Ecobee or Nest.
Source: Amazon Product Page