Amazon Smart Thermostat.
$79 Alexa-native smart thermostat built on Honeywell's resi-HVAC platform. Pays for itself in one heating season.
The Verdict.
Gavler Meta-Score
“The default budget pick if you live in Alexa. $79 with utility rebates often bringing it under $50 net. The closest thing to a no-regrets thermostat purchase in any price tier — if and only if Alexa is your ecosystem.”
The Gavler Verdict
Where to Buy.
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90-day price history
Price History
Steady at $79.00 for the entire 90-day tracking window — no increases, no discounts, across 58 tracked days.
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Precision Engineering
Alexa-Native (No Other Platforms)
First-class Alexa control; no Google Home, no HomeKit, no Matter support.
Honeywell HVAC Platform
Licensed Honeywell T-series hardware platform — same HVAC reliability the pro-channel T6 Pro is built on.
Best ROI in the Category
$79 list price plus typical $30-50 utility rebates means real-world cost under $50 in most US markets.
Technical Specifications
The Scoreboard
Community reviews skew strongly positive — value alone carries the score. Editorial coverage is more cautious because of the Alexa-only ecosystem lock-in.
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Global Critique
“Best value smart thermostat we've ever tested.”
“Pays for itself in one heating season for most US homes.”
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