Google Nest Temperature Sensor- That Works with Nest Learning Thermostat and Nest Thermostat E - Smart Home, White

The Nest thermostat is algorithmic; this means it needs to know certain conditions such as are you home and this translates into motion detection by the thermostat and the use of your smartphone location as in being home or not. If the Nest thermostat were three sided, if the sides also picked up motion detection, a lot would be solved when it comes to the thermostat knowing you are home. A lot would be solved too if the thermostat's away from home and being at home but hunkered down for the night data points were on the ball. Until then, get the remote sensor.The Nest thermostat is heavy on using its app on your smartphone to know if you are home AND it uses a sensor to know if you pass in front of it. If you have just one thermostat in a two-floor house, or if you have multiple thermostats but you either stay to the left or right of any one of them or you are downstairs during the day or upstairs at night, a lack of motion detection wins out over the use of your smartphone showing you are inside the geofence of your home. This sensor is for one thermostat with one of four preset time periods (morning, afternoon, evening, night) that are fixed. You can choose just one of the four to prioritize temperature wherever the sensor is placed away from the Nest thermostat it is linked to. So if you have one thermostat for a two-story house, having a sensor upstairs to prioritize a pre-set temp of say 67 degrees from 9 pm until 7 am is great. Or if you have a child’s room, you can place the sensor there and prioritize your heat setting. The whole point of the remote sensor is to bypass the thermostat’s detection or lack thereof of people passing by it to show it you are home so the sensor can tell the thermostat what temperature you want at what time where. Of course, if you have say a second floor Nest thermostat and you want the child’s room to be 70 then yes, the entire second floor is 70. However this beats the thermostat going into eco mode (which you can set up to 65 degrees anyway on the thermostat even without a remote sensor) and keeping the entire second floor cold. In general, the Nest thermostat is good except for geofencing. It is not bad but it is not good. If during the day you are on a floor where you do not pass by the thermostat, it most likely will figure you are not there and go into eco mode. The result is you are cold, the thermostat’s temp is in eco mode, and you are not happy. The remote sensor is something like Civil War technology. It works, kinda. It does not detect motion. It only detects temperature in the room it is in and does absolutely nothing unless the prioritized zone and time period are in place. If you are downstairs most of the day, who cares if the upstairs thermostat goes into eco mode. If you are asleep at 10 pm and the thermostat thinks you are away, it goes to eco mode and you are cold. Yes the thermostat learns somewhat. Yes, it uses geofencing. Yes, it recognizes motion. Add the three together and Google does not yet have it right. Using this remote sensor lets you get a reasonable temperature staying put on the dial for a specific time period regardless of the thermostat’s going off the rails with its algorithms. I have two sensors: one is for the second floor from 9 pm until 7 am so I have the heat at 70. That is what I like. For central air, I have the thermostat in the second floor hall near the return. On the first floor it gets really hot from 1 to 6 pm. So a sensor on the first floor, linked to the second floor central air thermostat, gives me the chance to prioritize the central air thermostat setting to 66 which keeps the first floor bearable when it is 98 degrees out. The ability to prioritize the temp on the first floor with a second floor thermostat is great. After that at 6 pm, I don’t care if the Nest thermostat is bouncing around trying to figure out who is home and what it is learning. The Nest thermostat is hit or miss; the remote sensor helps it get a few more hits than before. I recommend it.

This is a great and simple device to use if you have a room separate from your thermostat that is always hotter\colder. You can only use the thermostat or this device at one time but switch is easy in the neat app. Setup was crazy easy. One of mine seems to be a return and the battery was missing.

The Google Nest Temperature Sensor has become an indispensable addition to my smart home setup, taking the comfort and control of my environment to new heights. This ingenious little device has impressed me with its accuracy, ease of use, and seamless integration with my Google Nest thermostat, creating the perfect climate in every room.First and foremost, the setup process was a breeze. The sensor paired effortlessly with my Google Nest thermostat through the Google Home app, and I could place it anywhere in my home without any complicated configurations. The app's user-friendly interface allowed me to monitor and manage the temperature readings from the sensor with just a few taps on my smartphone.The accuracy of the Google Nest Temperature Sensor is truly commendable. It consistently provides precise temperature readings, ensuring that my rooms are always at the desired comfort level. I no longer have to guess or manually adjust the thermostat based on one area's temperature; the sensor optimizes the climate throughout my home based on real-time data.The sensor's compact and sleek design allows it to blend seamlessly into any room decor. I appreciate the small size, as it discreetly fits on shelves, side tables, or even mounted on the wall. Its unobtrusive presence means I can enjoy the benefits of smart climate control without any unsightly distractions.The Google Nest Temperature Sensor plays a pivotal role in achieving personalized comfort in each room. By placing multiple sensors in different areas of my home, I can create specific temperature zones and prioritize the temperature adjustments accordingly. This ensures that the room I am in receives the optimal comfort level without affecting other areas unnecessarily.Integration with the Google Nest ecosystem is where the sensor truly shines. Alongside my Google Nest thermostat and other compatible devices, the temperature sensor adds another layer of intelligence to my smart home. It works seamlessly with routines and schedules, automating temperature adjustments based on my preferences and the presence of occupants, making it truly hands-free.The battery life of the sensor is remarkable. With its energy-efficient design, the sensor's batteries last for a considerable amount of time before needing replacement, providing reliable and continuous temperature monitoring.As a result of using the Google Nest Temperature Sensor, I've noticed a substantial reduction in energy consumption and heating costs. The targeted temperature adjustments and precise climate control have led to a more efficient HVAC system, resulting in tangible energy savings.In conclusion, the Google Nest Temperature Sensor is a game-changing addition to any smart home setup. Its accuracy, ease of use, and seamless integration with the Google Nest ecosystem make it an invaluable tool for achieving personalized comfort and energy efficiency. If you value smart climate control and want to optimize your home's temperature to your exact liking, the Google Nest Temperature Sensor is a must-have device that will elevate your smart home experience to new heights.

I've had the Google Nest Temperature Sensor integrated into my smart home for a few months now, and it’s proven to be a useful tool for managing indoor comfort. It lets me keep track of and control temperatures in individual rooms, helping ensure the spaces we use most often stay at ideal conditions. The sensor is small, discreet, and was quick and easy to set up.What really stands out is how well it syncs with the Nest Learning Thermostat. It smartly adjusts the HVAC system based on the selected room's temperature, creating a much more comfortable and balanced environment. The long-lasting battery—up to two years—is also a major plus, reducing the need for regular upkeep.That said, I’m giving it four stars instead of five because there’s no built-in option to average data from multiple sensors. This means I have to choose a single sensor to drive the system at any given time, which isn’t ideal for homes with multiple temperature zones. Being able to blend readings from different areas would make the system far more effective.In summary, this sensor is a solid choice for those looking to fine-tune their home's climate control, though it could benefit from smarter multi-sensor capabilities.

I have one already before and decided to get another one for our other room. Works great and install is easy.

Works as expected