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The 10 Best Smart Thermostats as of June 2026

Updated 18 June 2026 · Reviewed by the Pickarank team · Prices in GBP, subject to change

We compared the best smart thermostats you can buy in 2026, scoring each out of 10 on performance, value, build quality and features. Here are the ten worth your money — with an at-a-glance table and the current best prices.

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Our top picks at a glance

Top pick

Google Nest Learning (4th gen)

9.0Best overall
Check price on Amazon ≈ £220
Best value

Drayton Wiser

8.7Best multi-room value
Check price on Amazon ≈ £130
Also great

Tado° X

8.9Best for radiators
Check price on Amazon ≈ £130

Prices were correct at the time of writing and change often — tap through for today's price on Amazon.

How we ranked these smart thermostats

Each pick earns a score out of 10 from weighted criteria:

  • Performance (35%) — how well each thermostat does its core job.
  • Value (25%) — quality and features for the price.
  • Build & reliability (20%) — materials, longevity and warranty.
  • Features (20%) — meaningful extras that improve the experience.

At a glance: top 10 compared

#Smart ThermostatsScoreBest forCompatibilityApprox priceAmazon links
1Google Nest Learning (4th gen)9.0Best overallMost systems£220View Price
2Tado° X8.9Best for radiatorsMost systems£130View Price
3Drayton Wiser8.7Best multi-room valueMost systems£130View Price
4ecobee Smart Premium8.6Best with sensorMost systems£220View Price
5Tado° Wireless8.6Best appMost systems£150View Price
6Hive Thermostat8.5Best UK supportMost systems£180View Price
7Honeywell Home T68.5Best traditionalMost systems£150View Price
8Genius Hub8.4Best whole-home zoningMost systems£250View Price
9Google Nest Thermostat E8.4Best valueMost systems£100View Price
10Nest Thermostat8.3Best simpleVaries£120View Price
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The full ranking

1
Best overall

Google Nest Learning (4th gen)

9.0Our number one pick.

The Nest Learning Thermostat remains the smart thermostat to beat, learning your routine to heat the home efficiently, with a gorgeous display and broad system compatibility. It is pricey and setup can need a professional, but it looks great and genuinely saves energy.

Compatibility: 9.0App: 9.0Savings: 9.0Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Learns your schedule automatically
  • Beautiful display
  • Wide compatibility
Cons
  • Pricey
  • May need professional install
2
Best for radiators

Tado° X

8.9A superb runner-up.

Tado°'s latest system excels with radiator-by-radiator control via smart valves, letting you heat only the rooms you use, plus open-window detection. It is subscription-optional and very effective for savings, though full multi-room kit adds up.

Compatibility: 9.0App: 9.0Savings: 9.2Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Room-by-room control
  • Strong energy savings
  • Open-window detection
Cons
  • Multi-room kit gets pricey
  • Some features behind a subscription
3
Best multi-room value

Drayton Wiser

8.7Rounds out our top three.

The Drayton Wiser is the value champion for multi-room heating, with affordable smart radiator valves, a simple hub and a clear app, and no mandatory subscription. It is less slick than Nest, but for whole-home zoning on a budget it is excellent.

Compatibility: 8.8App: 8.6Savings: 9.0Value: 9.2
Pros
  • Affordable multi-room control
  • No subscription
  • Easy to expand
Cons
  • Plainer hardware
  • App less polished
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4
Best with sensor

ecobee Smart Premium

8.6A standout in the upper half.

The ecobee Smart Premium bundles a room sensor that balances temperature and detects occupancy, plus built-in air-quality monitoring and even a smart speaker. It is feature-packed and pricey, with the best results in homes with uneven temperatures.

Compatibility: 8.8App: 8.8Savings: 8.8Value: 8.4
Pros
  • Includes a room sensor
  • Air-quality monitoring
  • Lots of features
Cons
  • Expensive
  • Overkill for simple setups
5
Best app

Tado° Wireless

8.6A well-rounded mid-table pick.

The wireless Tado° is a flexible, easy-to-fit smart thermostat with one of the best apps for scheduling and geofencing, helping cut bills automatically. It is a strong all-rounder, with some advanced features tied to Auto-Assist.

Compatibility: 8.8App: 9.2Savings: 8.8Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Excellent app and geofencing
  • Easy to fit
  • Good savings
Cons
  • Auto-Assist subscription for some features
  • Mid-range hardware
6
Best UK support

Hive Thermostat

8.5Great value in the middle of the pack.

Hive is the easy, well-supported UK choice, with simple installation options, a friendly app and a wide ecosystem of compatible smart-home kit. It lacks true learning, but for straightforward control with good local support it is solid.

Compatibility: 8.8App: 8.6Savings: 8.4Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Easy UK setup and support
  • Friendly app
  • Big accessory ecosystem
Cons
  • No auto-learning
  • Some features need a subscription
7
Best traditional

Honeywell Home T6

8.5A dependable pick if the price is right.

The Honeywell Home T6 is the pick for those who want reliable, no-nonsense smart control with geofencing and a clear interface from a trusted heating brand. It is more traditional than flashy, but it is dependable and well built.

Compatibility: 8.8App: 8.4Savings: 8.4Value: 8.6
Pros
  • Reliable and well built
  • Geofencing
  • Trusted brand
Cons
  • Plainer features
  • Single-zone focus
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8
Best whole-home zoning

Genius Hub

8.4Solid, if outshone by pricier rivals.

Genius Hub is built for serious whole-home zoning, controlling many rooms and radiators with detailed scheduling and no subscription. It is more complex and expensive to set up, but for big or awkward homes the control is unmatched.

Compatibility: 9.0App: 8.4Savings: 9.0Value: 8.2
Pros
  • Powerful multi-room zoning
  • No subscription
  • Detailed control
Cons
  • Complex setup
  • Higher up-front cost
9
Best value

Google Nest Thermostat E

8.4A budget-friendly option worth a look.

The Nest Thermostat E brings Google's smart scheduling and tidy app to a much lower price than the Learning model. It drops the premium display and some learning, but for the money it is great value.

Compatibility: 8.6App: 9.0Savings: 8.6Value: 9.0
Pros
  • Affordable Google smarts
  • Tidy app
  • Energy history
Cons
  • No premium learning
  • Simpler display
10
Best simple

Nest Thermostat

8.3Rounds out our top ten.

The entry Nest Thermostat is the simplest, cheapest way into Google's heating ecosystem, with helpful scheduling suggestions and a clean mirrored display. Compatibility varies by system and it lacks full learning, but it is an easy upgrade.

Compatibility: 8.2App: 9.0Savings: 8.4Value: 8.8
Pros
  • Cheapest Nest option
  • Clean display
  • Helpful suggestions
Cons
  • Compatibility varies
  • No full learning
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Frequently asked questions

What's the best of the smart thermostats in 2026?

Our top overall pick is the Google Nest Learning (4th gen), which leads on our combined score for performance, value and features. The Tado° X and Drayton Wiser are excellent alternatives depending on budget and needs.

How did we choose these?

We weight performance, value, build quality and features, drawing on hands-on use and independent testing. See the methodology box above for the full breakdown.

Are these prices accurate?

Prices are approximate UK figures at the time of writing and change frequently. Click through to Amazon for the current price.

The bottom line

If you just want the best smart thermostats without overthinking it, the Google Nest Learning (4th gen) is our top recommendation — it earns the highest overall score for performance, value and features. Have a look at the current price and see what you think.

Check price on Amazon ≈ £220

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