Nest Thermostat E

£199 / store.google.com

Nest helped pioneer the whole idea of a smart thermostat as a device that could be useful to the masses – and even after the brand’s takeover by Google, Nest devices have continued to offer a reliable, intelligent level of service for home owners who want a little more automation in their lives.

With the Thermostat E, that covers not just everything you’d expect – the ability to set the temperature on your phone, regular heating reports – but also a few features that you might not. After a few days, this stat is able to learn from the scheduling changes you make, and automatically save you money on heating bills.

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It looks the part too: while it doesn’t have the bright, high-quality display of the standard Nest Thermostat, we think this actually looks better. The savings on materials mean a lower price to pay, and the temperature still appears on the screen when you move close to it.

Another reason to go for this stat is if you’ve got a lot of other Google gear around the house, whether that’s Nest speakers or Nest cameras. Everything works neatly together, and the Thermostat E is compatible with Google Assistant, so you can turn the heating on or off with your voice if you prefer.

It’s easy enough to install yourself, and there are full instructions online if you need them (Google says the Nest Thermostat E is compatible with “almost all” central heating systems out there). Add in the competitive price, and it looks like a bit of a hot deal.