Emerson Sensi Touch 2
Score: 77/100
Google Nest Learning Thermostat
Score: 87/100Rankings
The Nest Learning Thermostat 4th gen offers advanced learning algorithms, a large high-resolution touchscreen, and broad Matter and voice-assistant integration. Its premium price and single-zone limitation are notable trade-offs. Best suited for users who want a hands-off, feature-rich thermostat within the Google ecosystem.
Emerson's Sensi Touch 2 offers a full-color touchscreen and Alexa voice control with a focus on privacy and easy DIY installation. It mandates a C-wire and currently supports only Alexa, limiting broader smart-home ecosystems. It fits well for users who prioritize a sleek interface and straightforward setup.
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3 yearsbest | — | |
— | 2.68 inchbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.281 kg | 0.162 kgbest |
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General(1) | ||
HVAC Compatibility | Works with most HVAC systems (C‑wire required) | Up to 3 heating stages, 2 cooling stages, heat pump with auxiliary and emergency heat |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Smart Home Integration | Alexa | Matter, Google Home, Amazon Alexa |
Power & Installation(1) | ||
C‑Wire Requirement | true | false |
Display(1) | ||
Display Type | Touchscreen color display | Circular touchscreen |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Device Weight (kg) | 0.281 kg | 0.162 kg |
Device Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 19.6×82.6×142.2 mm mm | 3.9x3.9x1.1 mm |
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Professional reviewers have highlighted the Sensi Touch as a leading smart thermostat, noting its award-winning status for best overall performance from 2017 through 2019, which underscores its solid feature set and user-friendly design.
The Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) is Google's flagship smart thermostat featuring a 60% larger circular touchscreen, built-in machine-learning that auto-adjusts schedules, and seamless integration with Google Home, Matter, and Alexa for remote and voice control.
60% larger 2.7-inch circular touchscreen provides clearer readout from across the room; Dynamic Farsight automatically brightens the display for visibility and can be manually overridden; Built-in machine-learning adapts heating and cooling schedules to occupants' habits without manual programming; Auto-Away mode detects when the home is empty and adjusts temperature to save energy; Integrated Wi-Fi and Matter support enables remote control via Google Home app, voice assistants, and other smart-home ecosystems
