But this isn’tthe same smart thermostat we reviewed back in 2022- it’s a newer model with some upgrades.
But this thermostat doesn’t just look good - it’s got the goods, too.
However, like its predecessors, the Hive Thermostat doesn’t come with native zonal/room control.
The updated Hive Thermostat (2024) has a sleek new design with a touchscreen rather than buttons
That price can quickly increase, depending on your required extras - though delivery is free.
Adding the Hive Thermostat, Hive Hub, and professional installation increases the total price to 298.
Zonal/room control doesn’t come cheap, either.
The Hive Thermostat (2024) is much smaller than the one it replaced (as you can see from the mark left on the wall)
Like the Hive, the Drayton Wiser is only available in the UK.
The Hive Thermostat comes with a 12-month warranty, but signing up to Hive Plus extends this.
The displayed text is easy to read, with large text showing the actual temperature and the target temperature.
The thermostat’s glossy surface remains blank until touched
Just how toasty your desired temperature will make your home is indicated by the color of the text.
My engineer also gave me a rundown on how to use the app to control my new thermostat.
A click of the menu button brings up options for Heat, Holiday, and options.
Clicking the menu button reveals the thermostat’s Heat, Holiday, and Settings options
Even more convenient are the Away Mode and Geolocation features.
Unfortunately, these three features don’t work if you have Hive Radiator Valves (as I do).
The Hive Thermostat’s performance isn’t completely flawless, though.
The Hive Thermostat is easy to control from the Hive app.
When I finally connected it, the voice command didn’t work properly.
This would be fine if there were clearer instructions on exactly how this compatibility works.
This resulted in me increasing the Boost time to give the thermostat and boiler time to register the Boost.
If you have a Hive Plus subscription, the app will provide insights into your energy use
A smaller issue I had with the rig was its use of lithium batteries.
Should you buy the Hive Thermostat (2024)?
You’ll need a compatible Hive Hub for the thermostat to work
