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Amazon Smart Thermostat vs Lux Kono Smart
Amazon's $79 model meets Lux's $99 model. We tally wins category by category, then call a verdict.
Our recommendation
The Lux Kono Smart wins on more spec categories (2–1), but the Amazon Smart Thermostat undercuts it by $20. Choose the Lux Kono Smart for performance, the Amazon Smart Thermostat to save.
Amazon Smart Thermostat: 1 category wins Lux Kono Smart: 2 category wins
Side by side
Amazon Smart Thermostat
$79
Lux Kono Smart
$99
HVAC compatibility
Conventional, single and two-stage forced air
Conventional, single-stage forced air
Stages supported
2Win
1
Remote sensors
No
No
Smart home
Alexa
Alexa, Google, HomeKit
Geofencing
Yes
Yes
Energy reports
No
No
Display
Backlit LCD
Backlit LCD
C-wire required
Yes
NoWin
Works without C-wire
No
YesWin
Amazon Smart Thermostat
Alexa-powered comfort at the lowest price, built on Honeywell's proven tech.
Lux Kono Smart
Customizable, swappable faceplates and HomeKit support in an affordable smart package.
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