# Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) vs Wyze Thermostat: specs and price compared

A sourced, side-by-side comparison of the Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) (Google Nest) and Wyze Thermostat (Wyze) among smart thermostats. Wyze Thermostat is the cheaper of the two at $79.98.

## Side by side

| Spec | Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) | Wyze Thermostat |
| --- | --- | --- |
| US price | $279.99 | $79.98 |
| Brand | Google Nest | Wyze |
| Released | 2024-08 | 2021 |
| Display | 2.68-inch circular stainless-steel framed display with Farsight (activates when motion detected), 3.9-inch diameter body | IPS display with 180-degree viewing angle; 120 mm L x 65 mm W x 33 mm D overall unit dimensions |
| Sensors included | Temperature, humidity, occupancy (60 GHz Soli radar), ambient light; up to 6 additional Nest temperature sensors supported | Built-in temperature sensor; up to 6 optional Wyze Room Sensors supported (sold separately) |
| Geofencing | Yes | No |
| Hvac compatibility | Most 24V systems: single- and multi-stage forced air (gas/oil/electric), heat pumps (1-3 stage heating, 1-2 stage cooling), radiant, hydronic, boilers; not compatible with communicating HVAC systems | 24V forced air (gas/oil/electric), hydronic, heat pump (including dual fuel), single-stage and multi-stage conventional and heat pump; not compatible with electric baseboard (high-voltage) |
| C wire required | No | No |
| Voice assistants | Google Assistant (built-in via Google Home app), Amazon Alexa, Matter | Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant (requires separate Echo/Google device) |
| Energy reports | Yes | Yes |

## Key differences

- Display: Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) 2.68-inch circular stainless-steel framed display with Farsight (activates when motion detected), 3.9-inch diameter body vs Wyze Thermostat IPS display with 180-degree viewing angle; 120 mm L x 65 mm W x 33 mm D overall unit dimensions
- Sensors included: Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) Temperature, humidity, occupancy (60 GHz Soli radar), ambient light; up to 6 additional Nest temperature sensors supported vs Wyze Thermostat Built-in temperature sensor; up to 6 optional Wyze Room Sensors supported (sold separately)
- Geofencing: Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) Yes vs Wyze Thermostat No
- Hvac compatibility: Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) Most 24V systems: single- and multi-stage forced air (gas/oil/electric), heat pumps (1-3 stage heating, 1-2 stage cooling), radiant, hydronic, boilers; not compatible with communicating HVAC systems vs Wyze Thermostat 24V forced air (gas/oil/electric), hydronic, heat pump (including dual fuel), single-stage and multi-stage conventional and heat pump; not compatible with electric baseboard (high-voltage)
- Voice assistants: Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) Google Assistant (built-in via Google Home app), Amazon Alexa, Matter vs Wyze Thermostat Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant (requires separate Echo/Google device)

## What reviewers say

**Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen)** — Three whitelisted hands-on reviewers—TechHive, Tom's Guide and TechRadar—tested this exact 4th-gen model and all recommend it. They praise the stunning, art-like redesign with a larger near-borderless display, the smarter weather-aware AI learning with accept/decline schedule suggestions, the glanceable Dynamic Farsight display, and Matter support (Apple Home, Alexa, SmartThings). All three flag the premium ~$280 price. Reviews are largely qualitative—only TechRadar put a number on anything, timing his install at about 15-20 minutes. TechHive still prefers the Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium. (3 sourced reviews.)

## Sources

- Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nest_Learning_Thermostat (en.wikipedia.org, verified 2026-06-15)
- Wyze Thermostat: https://www.wyze.com/products/wyze-thermostat (wyze.com, verified 2026-06-15)

Canonical: https://frontdeskreview.com/gear/smart-thermostats/google-nest-learning-thermostat-4th-gen-vs-wyze-thermostat/
Cite: Per The Front Desk Review, Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen) ($279.99) vs Wyze Thermostat ($79.98) — sourced spec-by-spec comparison at https://frontdeskreview.com/gear/smart-thermostats/google-nest-learning-thermostat-4th-gen-vs-wyze-thermostat/
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