Emerson Sensi Touch
Score: 82/100
Honeywell Home RTH9585WF1004
Score: 73/100Rankings
The Emerson Sensi Touch provides a color LCD touchscreen, geofencing, and wide smart-home compatibility while being ENERGY STAR certified. Mandatory C-wire power and lack of 5 GHz Wi-Fi or battery backup constrain some installations. It fits homeowners wanting reliable scheduling and voice-assistant control without premium pricing.
Honeywell Home RTH9585WF1004 offers a sleek full-color touchscreen and supports both Alexa and Google Assistant, backed by ENERGY STAR certification. It requires a C-wire and can suffer from temperature accuracy and occasional app glitches. Best suited for homeowners wanting a customizable display and multi-assistant integration at a moderate price.
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3 yearsbest | 1 years | |
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General(2) | ||
HVAC Compatibility | Single/multi-stage gas/oil/electric, heat pumps, heat/cool only; not millivolt or 3-wire zone | Forced air, hot water, steam, heat pumps |
Warranty (years) | 3 years | 1 years |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Smart Home Integration | Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, SmartThings | Alexa, Google Assistant, SmartThings, IFTTT |
Power & Installation(1) | ||
Power Source | Hardwired 24V | 24V |
Display(1) | ||
Display Type | Touchscreen color LCD | Full-color touchscreen |
Build & Design(1) | ||
Device Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 85.9x142.9x25.4 mm mm | 22×114×89 mm mm |
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Professional reviewers, including USA Today's Reviewed.com, named the Sensi Touch the best overall smart thermostat for multiple years, praising its intuitive menus, clear backlit display, precise control, and smart alerts.
Everyday users consistently commend the easy installation, straightforward app, and effective geofencing that delivers noticeable energy savings. Common criticisms focus on the mandatory C-wire, occasional Wi-Fi reliability issues, and the lack of room sensors or battery backup.
Professional reviewers commend the Honeywell RTH9585WF1004 for its stylish, full-color display, easy integration with Alexa and Google Assistant, and its Smart Response learning that simplifies scheduling. They also highlight its ENERGY STAR rating and Demand Response capability as strong points for energy-conscious buyers, while noting its reliance on a C-wire as a potential limitation.
Everyday users appreciate the intuitive touchscreen, quick setup, reliable Wi-Fi control, and attractive customizable design. Common praise centers on energy-usage reports and voice-control convenience, whereas recurring complaints involve temperature accuracy, small size, occasional touchscreen lag, app instability, and Wi-Fi connectivity issues.
