Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)
Exact average 84.3 · 4 printed, 8 estimated · printed scores only: 85
Image: Google12 professional reviewers tested the Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen), and 12 recommend it. Most praised: easy setup and design. Most common complaint: price.
Reviewed by WIRED, The Verge, GearBrain and 9 more
The catch: It is among the most expensive options.
8 of these 12 outlets print no score. We estimated theirs from the review text, then adjusted the estimates against the ratings outlets actually print (ours ran slightly low). An estimate is never higher than 92.
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What 12 critics said
Highest score first · all converted to 0–100- 90WIRED
A beautiful, easy-to-install thermostat with useful AI scheduling and an included remote sensor.
Read WIRED review - 90The Verge
After two months of testing, the reviewer calls it the smartest and best-looking smart thermostat, with simple setup and Matter support, held back mainly by price and missing Thread.
Read The Verge review - 80GearBrain
After three months of use, the reviewer finds it attractive, easy to install and good at balancing rooms, but notes the high price and the forced move to the Google Home app.
Read GearBrain review - 80SlashGear
After about three weeks of use the reviewer finds it a stylish, easy-to-use thermostat and recommends it, while noting the high price and uneven learning behavior.
Read SlashGear review - 89est.Popular Mechanics
The editor installed it in under an hour in his apartment and is clearly delighted with its looks, app control and eco mode, with almost no complaints.
Read Popular Mechanics review - 85est.Bob Vila
After six months of testing in a hot Florida home, the reviewer names it the best overall smart thermostat in the roundup, with top marks in every category.
Read Bob Vila review - 83est.Digital Trends
The reviewer finds it gorgeous with excellent setup and Matter support and recommends it for new buyers, but stresses it is costly and not worth swapping for an existing Nest.
Read Digital Trends review - 83est.TechRadar
After months of use, the reviewer calls it a great, best-looking smart thermostat with smarter learning and Matter support.
Read TechRadar review - 83est.ZDNET
The staff writer finds it gorgeous, smart and easier to install than most, after a few weeks of testing.
Read ZDNET review - 83est.AndroidGuys
A favorable hands-on look that praises the design, easy install and learning features, and gives it a Smart Pick.
Read AndroidGuys review - 83est.Tom's Guide
Named the best Nest in a buying guide, praised for AI scheduling, no C-wire need and Matter support.
Read Tom's Guide review - 83est.CNET
In a tested roundup it is named best for design, praised for its display, eco modes and no-C-wire install, but it is expensive and the Ecobee Premium is the overall pick.
Read CNET review
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- Ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential · 3 reviews so far
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Common questions
Is the Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) worth it?
Most critics think so: 12 of 12 recommend it. It is among the most expensive options.
Do critics agree about the Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)?
Critics agree: scores range from 80 (GearBrain) to 90 (WIRED), a spread of 10 points across 12 reviews. Reviewers broadly agree.
What do critics dislike about the Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)?
Price (9 of 12 reviews), App problems (4 of 12 reviews).
What is the best alternative to the Google Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)?
The Ecobee Smart Thermostat Premium (critic score 85), top pick, narrowly.