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Google Nest Thermostat

The Google Nest Thermostat is a very popular thermostat on the market, and is likely a great choice for people to have at their primary residences. This is a fully functional smart thermostat with lots of great features, supported by Google which is an excellent company.

The biggest drawbacks to this thermostat are the learning features as well as being able to share access of this device with people and external services. Google makes it virtually impossible to share access to this thermostat to other individuals (for example your property manager or neighbor), and they also limit access to the device from third parties.

The learning features really do no good at a short-term rental property either, and in every property where we have had a Nest thermostat, we have disabled these features.

These devices may be one of the only options available for controlling two-wire radiant floor heating systems, so you may want to consider them for that application.

Our recommended thermostat for short-term rental applications is the ecobee Smart Thermostat Essential. Read more about why we recommend the Ecobee thermostat in our dedicated article.

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Google Nest Thermostat Review

Google Nest Thermostat Review
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The Google Nest Thermostat is Google’s most affordable smart thermostat, designed for users who want basic scheduling, remote control, and energy-saving features without the higher cost of Nest’s premium models. It integrates tightly with the Google Home ecosystem and offers a clean, modern design, making it appealing for homeowners who want simple climate control through an app or voice assistant. However, its reduced feature set and limited integration options make it less ideal for advanced automations or short-term rental use cases.
The Google Nest Thermostat is Google’s most affordable smart thermostat, designed for users who want basic scheduling, remote control, and energy-saving features without the higher cost of Nest’s premium models. It integrates tightly with the Google Home ecosystem and offers a clean, modern design, making it appealing for homeowners who want simple climate control through an app or voice assistant. However, its reduced feature set and limited integration options make it less ideal for advanced automations or short-term rental use cases.
6/10
Total Score
  • Cost
    7/10
    The entry-level models are reasonably priced
  • Usability
    6/10
    Guests tend to have difficulty figuring out exactly how to use the thermostat
  • Automation Capabilities
    9/10
    Enables users to automate most everything
  • Suitability for STRs
    3/10
    It's fine but there are other better choices available

The Good

  • Modern, compact design that blends into most spaces
  • Remote control & basic scheduling via the Google Home app
  • Energy usage insights and eco-focused features
  • Easy DIY installation for most standard HVAC systems

The Bad

  • Limited automation flexibility compared to other options
  • More difficult calendar-aware control for rentals or turnovers
  • Not ideal for short-term rentals without additional automation layers
  • Built-in learning not applicable for short-term rentals

Note: Our goal with these device reviews and recommendations is to help you get your short-term rental automated quickly, reliably and securely. We want you to use our software, so we have provided these reviews & recommendations to help you get started.

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