Honeywell Home RTH9585WF1004
Score: 73/100
Google Nest Thermostat
Score: 76/100Rankings
The Google Nest Thermostat offers Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity with a compact 2.4-inch display and Energy Star efficiency. Its main trade-off is occasional C-wire requirement and a modest display size. Ideal for users seeking an affordable, Google-centric smart thermostat.
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.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
— | 2.4 inchbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 0.204 kg | 0.139 kgbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
General(1) | ||
HVAC Compatibility | Forced air, hot water, steam, heat pumps | Supports heating stages W1-W3, cooling stages Y1-Y2, heat pump with auxiliary and emergency heat (O/B, AUX, E) |
Connectivity(1) | ||
Smart Home Integration | Alexa, Google Assistant, SmartThings, IFTTT | Google Home |
Power & Installation(2) | ||
C‑Wire Requirement | true | false |
Power Source | 24V | HVAC system wiring |
Display(1) | ||
Display Type | Full-color touchscreen | IPS LCD |
Build & Design(2) | ||
Device Weight (kg) | 0.204 kg | 0.139 kg |
Device Dimensions (H×W×D) (mm) | 22×114×89 mm mm | 27.2x84.0x27.3 mm |
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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.
