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Amazon Smart Thermostat: price, specs & release date

Amazon Smart Thermostat, released 2021. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.

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Is the Amazon Smart Thermostat a good buy?

At $60, the Amazon Smart Thermostat is the cheapest of the 13 smart thermostats we track, where the median is $159.

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No independent lab has measured this product yet. 3 outlets have it on record by mention only, with no hands-on measurements published to weigh its claims against — a gap in the evidence, not a verdict on the product.

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Review consensus · sourced & dated

What reviewers say about the Amazon Smart Thermostat

Three whitelisted outlets reviewed the ~$60 Amazon Smart Thermostat in 2021-2022 and all rate it the best-value smart thermostat. Tom's Guide and Reviewed/USA Today are hands-on reviews (Reviewed wired it to a test rig); TechRadar is a 'should I buy' buying-advice piece with no hands-on testing. None report any lab-measured numbers (all measured arrays empty). The one universal caveat is that the thermostat is Alexa-only. All nine quotes were verified as literal substrings of the fetched pages.

Based on 3 reviews · 2 lab-tested · 2021-11-26–2022-02-24

Tested by Tom's Guide, TechRadar, Reviewed

Consistently praised

  • Outstanding value at ~$60, undercutting Nest and Ecobee · 3 sources
  • Clean, minimalist design; includes a faceplate in the box · 3 sources
  • Intuitive Alexa Hunches automation for energy savings · 3 sources
  • Simple, responsive touch controls and app-guided setup · 2 sources

Commonly flagged

  • Works only with Alexa — no Google Home or Apple HomeKit · 3 sources
  • Requires a C-wire (adapter needed for older homes) · 3 sources
  • No support for remote temperature sensors · 2 sources
  • Alexa Hunches unreliable at detecting when you're away · 2 sources

Where reviewers disagree Little cross-source disagreement — all three reach the same verdict (best value, recommended) and all flag Alexa-only exclusivity. On the lack of remote temperature sensors, only Tom's Guide and Reviewed call it out; TechRadar never raises it. Tom's Guide and Reviewed, both hands-on, found Alexa Hunches unreliable at detecting 'away,' whereas TechRadar (buying-advice, no hands-on) praised the intelligence without testing that scenario.

The sources (3)

Tom's Guide lab-tested ·

The Amazon Smart Thermostat is affordable, attractive and intuitive. For just $59, it's the ultimate bargain.
The Amazon Smart Thermostat is the clear winner in terms of value.
I do wish it offered remote sensor support, though.

TechRadar hands-on ·

At just $60 it significantly undercuts rival models from Nest, Ecobee and even Wyze, which is best known for its cut-price smart home products.
The Amazon Smart Thermostat has a simple and unobtrusive design, but one with a more premium aesthetic that might be expected for the price.
This smart thermostat only works with the Alexa smart home platform. Therefore, if you use Google Assistant, Nest, Samsung SmartThings, Apple HomeKit or any other system it is to be avoided.

Reviewed lab-tested ·

Amazon's Smart Thermostat is one of the best smart thermostats money can buy, offering similar money-saving smarts and intuitive, habit learning features you'll find on more expensive thermostats.
Hunches worked well for me when it came to adjusting the thermostat to my preferred temperature when it sensed I was at home
The feature was hit or miss when I was away from home

Specifications

Price (US)$59.99 US MSRP $59.99 (~$60). Announced Sept 28, 2021 in partnership with Honeywell Home; corroborated by Bloomberg launch coverage, Bob Vila 2026 review, and multiple utility marketplace listings. Third-party retail sometimes ~$79.99 but manufacturer MSRP is $60. Optional ~$25 C-wire power adapter kit available.
BrandAmazon
Released2021
DisplayBasic segmented LED/LCD display; no color touchscreen
Sensors includedTemperature plus indoor humidity sensor (humidity reported in Alexa app, not shown on the on-unit display); no occupancy sensor, no remote sensor support
GeofencingYes
Hvac compatibilityLow-voltage 24V systems (forced air gas/oil/electric, heat pumps); single-stage systems; does not support ACC-/ACC+ terminals, dual-band Wi-Fi only on 2.4 GHz
C wire requiredNo
Voice assistantsAmazon Alexa only (requires separate Echo device)
Energy reportsYes

Source: safewise.com (verified 2026-06-15) · corroborated by energystar.gov. CORRECTED 2026-06-17: priceUsd changed from 79.99 to 59.99. Manufacturer MSRP is $59.99/$60 (Amazon announced it at $60 with Honeywell Home on Sept 28 2021 per Bloomberg; Bob Vila 2026 review and multiple ENERGY STAR utility marketplace listings list ~$60). The ~$80 figure reflects 3rd-party retail markup, not MSRP. ALSO CORRECTED: the device DOES include an indoor humidity sensor (humidity is reported via the Alexa app though not shown on the on-unit display) — prior 'no humidity sensor' claim was wrong. Alexa-only integration (no on-device mic/speaker, requires Echo or Alexa app), no occupancy sensor, no remote temperature sensor support, Alexa Hunch/geofencing learning, no backup battery. ENERGY STAR certified. Built with Honeywell Home thermostat technology. C-wire not required; optional ~$25 power adapter kit available. Amazon.com product page is JS-rendered and could not be fetched directly; specs cross-referenced from Bloomberg, Bob Vila, utility marketplace listings, and Smart Thermostat Guide review.

Is the Amazon Smart Thermostat worth it vs cheaper smart thermostats?

Amazon Smart Thermostat against its closest cheaper and pricier smart thermostats on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 13 ranked

ProductPriceDisplaySensors includedGeofencingHvac compatibilityC wire required
Amazon Smart Thermostat this$59.99Basic segmented LED/LCD display; no color touchscreenTemperature plus indoor humidity sensor (humidity reported in Alexa app, not shown on the on-unit display); no occupancy sensor, no remote sensor supportYesLow-voltage 24V systems (forced air gas/oil/electric, heat pumps); single-stage systems; does not support ACC-/ACC+ terminals, dual-band Wi-Fi only on 2.4 GHzNo
Wyze Thermostat$79.98IPS display with 180-degree viewing angle; 120 mm L x 65 mm W x 33 mm D overall unit dimensionsBuilt-in temperature sensor; up to 6 optional Wyze Room Sensors supported (sold separately)No24V 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)No

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What do reviewers say about the Amazon Smart Thermostat?

Three whitelisted outlets reviewed the ~$60 Amazon Smart Thermostat in 2021-2022 and all rate it the best-value smart thermostat. Tom's Guide and Reviewed/USA Today are hands-on reviews (Reviewed wired it to a test rig); TechRadar is a 'should I buy' buying-advice piece with no hands-on testing. None report any lab-measured numbers (all measured arrays empty). The one universal caveat is that the thermostat is Alexa-only. All nine quotes were verified as literal substrings of the fetched pages. Praised: Outstanding value at ~$60, undercutting Nest and Ecobee; Clean, minimalist design; includes a faceplate in the box; Intuitive Alexa Hunches automation for energy savings; Simple, responsive touch controls and app-guided setup. Flagged: Works only with Alexa — no Google Home or Apple HomeKit; No support for remote temperature sensors; Requires a C-wire (adapter needed for older homes); Alexa Hunches unreliable at detecting when you're away. (From 3 tester reviews, 2 lab-tested.)

How much does the Amazon Smart Thermostat cost?

The Amazon Smart Thermostat has a US price of $59.99 (US MSRP $59.99 (~$60). Announced Sept 28, 2021 in partnership with Honeywell Home; corroborated by Bloomberg launch coverage, Bob Vila 2026 review, and multiple utility marketplace listings. Third-party retail sometimes ~$79.99 but manufacturer MSRP is $60. Optional ~$25 C-wire power adapter kit available.), as of 2026-06-15.

How does the Amazon Smart Thermostat compare on price?

At $60, the Amazon Smart Thermostat is the cheapest of the 13 smart thermostats we track, where the median is $159.

When was the Amazon Smart Thermostat released?

The Amazon Smart Thermostat was released 2021.

What are the Amazon Smart Thermostat's key specs?

Amazon Smart Thermostat (Amazon): display Basic segmented LED/LCD display; no color touchscreen, sensors included Temperature plus indoor humidity sensor (humidity reported in Alexa app, not shown on the on-unit display); no occupancy sensor, no remote sensor support, geofencing Yes, hvac compatibility Low-voltage 24V systems (forced air gas/oil/electric, heat pumps); single-stage systems; does not support ACC-/ACC+ terminals, dual-band Wi-Fi only on 2.4 GHz, c wire required No. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.

Price of record: $59.99 at safewise.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:

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