Nest Temperature Sensor vs Nest Temperature Sensor (2nd gen) comparison

Updated July 2026

Data from Amazon and official Google site.

2026 verdict

Across the 2026 comparison, Nest Temperature Sensor earns the nod over Nest Temperature Sensor (2nd gen) on the strength of price and rating. Its biggest wins come from price and rating, and its broader overall balance adds more confidence to the verdict. Nest Temperature Sensor (2nd gen) is the better fit only for buyers who prioritize battery life above everything else here. That keeps the verdict firmly in favor of Nest Temperature Sensor.

Winner

Google

Nest Temperature Sensor

36% OFF

$24.99

$39.00

Buy on Amazon USA

Google

Nest Temperature Sensor (2nd gen)

$39.98

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Feature	Nest Temperature Sensor	Nest Temperature Sensor (2nd gen)	Winner
Price	$24.99	$39.98	Nest Temperature Sensor
Rating	4.6	4.5	Nest Temperature Sensor
Battery Life	2 years	3 years	Nest Temperature Sensor (2nd gen)
Warranty	1 year	1 year	Tie
Screen	NO	NO	Tie
Integrations	Google Home	Google Home	Tie
Sensors	Temperature	Temperature	Tie

Winner

Google

Nest Temperature Sensor

36% OFF

$24.99

$39.00

Buy on Amazon USA

+ Price: $24.99
+ Rating: 4.6
- Battery Life: 2 years vs 3 years

Google

Nest Temperature Sensor (2nd gen)

$39.98

Buy on Amazon USA Buy on Amazon Canada

+ Battery Life: 3 years
- Price: $39.98 vs $24.99
- Rating: 4.5 vs 4.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Nest Temperature Sensor or Nest Temperature Sensor (2nd gen)?

Nest Temperature Sensor has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price and rating.

What is the biggest difference between Nest Temperature Sensor and Nest Temperature Sensor (2nd gen)?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Nest Temperature Sensor lists $24.99, while Nest Temperature Sensor (2nd gen) lists $39.98.

Which one looks better on price?

Nest Temperature Sensor is listed at $24.99, while Nest Temperature Sensor (2nd gen) is listed at $39.98. Nest Temperature Sensor (better spec).

Who should buy Nest Temperature Sensor?

Choose Nest Temperature Sensor if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than battery life.

Who should buy Nest Temperature Sensor (2nd gen)?

Choose Nest Temperature Sensor (2nd gen) if your priority is battery life and that matters more than price.

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