HomeGodmother

Home › Smart Thermostats › Google Nest Learning Thermostat 4th Gen vs Lux Kono Smart

Google Nest Learning Thermostat 4th Gen vs Lux Kono Smart

Google Nest's $249 model meets Lux's $99 model. We tally wins category by category, then call a verdict.

Our recommendation

The Google Nest Learning Thermostat 4th Gen wins on more spec categories (3–0), but the Lux Kono Smart undercuts it by $150. Choose the Google Nest Learning Thermostat 4th Gen for performance, the Lux Kono Smart to save.

Google Nest Learning Thermostat 4th Gen: 3 category wins Lux Kono Smart: 0 category wins

Side by side

 

Google Nest Learning Thermostat 4th Gen

$249

Lux Kono Smart

$99
HVAC compatibility
Conventional, heat pump, multi-stage
Conventional, single-stage forced air
Stages supported
3Win
1
Remote sensors
YesWin
No
Smart home
Alexa, Google
Alexa, Google, HomeKit
Geofencing
Yes
Yes
Energy reports
YesWin
No
Display
Colour touchscreen
Backlit LCD
C-wire required
No
No
Works without C-wire
Yes
Yes

Google Nest Learning Thermostat 4th Gen

The self-teaching flagship that builds your schedule automatically and looks gorgeous doing it.

Buy on Amazon → Buy from Google Nest →

Lux Kono Smart

Customizable, swappable faceplates and HomeKit support in an affordable smart package.

Buy on Amazon → Buy from Lux →

As an Amazon Associate HomeGodmother earns from qualifying purchases.