Google Nest Thermostat review

The Nest Thermostat is the simplest way into Google's savings features. You set a Quick Schedule in the Google Home app, the thermostat turns itself down when the house is empty, and Savings Finder suggests small schedule changes. Google says Nest thermostats can save up to 31% on heating and cooling bills. It works with most 24V systems, including furnaces, air conditioners, boilers and heat pumps with aux heat, and it is designed to run without a C wire, although heating-only, cooling-only and zoned systems may need a power accessory. It is Matter certified and works with Hey Google and Alexa. The limits are about comfort rather than savings: it cannot use Nest room sensors, it does not learn a schedule on its own, and it supports fewer stages than the Learning Thermostat. At $129.99, it is a strong value for single-zone homes. We compared documented features and published prices.

Who it is for

Budget buyers with simple systems who want reliable away savings and Google or Alexa voice control.

Price

$129.99 on the Google Store US when checked.

Buy Nest Thermostat $129.99 or make 4 payments of $32.50
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 9, 2026.

Key features

• Quick Schedule setup in the Google Home app
• Turns itself down when you leave the house
• Savings Finder suggests schedule tweaks to save more
• Matter certified, works with Hey Google and Alexa
• Dual-band Wi-Fi with AAA battery backup

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Google says Nest thermostats can save up to 31% on heating and cooling bills
• Strength: Self-install in under 30 minutes, often without a C wire
• Strength: Mirrored glass lens with four color options
• Weakness: Not compatible with the Nest Temperature Sensor
• Weakness: Does not learn a schedule on its own like the Learning model
• Weakness: Trim plate sold separately

Key facts

• Savings claim: Up to 31%
• Room sensor: Not supported
• C wire: Usually not needed
• Connectivity: Wi-Fi 2.4 and 5 GHz

Where it ranks

Google Nest Thermostat is No. 4 in our Best Smart Thermostats verdict.