Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) vs Nest Thermostat

Updated April 2026

Data from Amazon and official Google site.

2026 verdict

In this 2026 comparison, Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) comes out ahead overall. The main reason it wins is rating, warranty, and included accessories, and integrations and system health monitor strengthens that case. Pick Nest Thermostat only when price is the deciding factor for your setup. That is enough to make Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) the better pick for most buyers.

Winner

Google

Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)

14% OFF

$279.99

$239.99

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Google

Nest Thermostat

20% OFF

$129.99

$104.00

BUY NOW

Feature	Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)	Nest Thermostat	Winner
Price	$239.99	$104.00	Nest Thermostat
Rating	4.3	4.0	Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)
Warranty	2 years	1 year	Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)
Included accessories	Trim Plate, Temperature Sensor	None	Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)
Integrations	Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, IFTTT, Matter, External Temperature Sensors	Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, IFTTT	Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)
System Health Monitor	YES	NO	Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)
Connectivity	2.4 GHz Wifi, 5 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth	2.4 GHz Wifi, 5 GHz Wifi, Bluetooth	Tie
Screen	YES	YES	Tie
Sensors	Proximity / Motion, Occupancy, Temperature, Humidity, Ambient Light	Proximity / Motion, Occupancy, Temperature, Humidity, Ambient Light	Tie
Alerts	Temperature Alerts	Temperature Alerts	Tie
Energy Savings	YES	YES	Tie
Voice Control	NO	NO	Tie

Winner

Google

Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)

14% OFF

$279.99

$239.99

BUY NOW

+ Rating: 4.3
+ Warranty: 2 years
+ Included accessories: Trim Plate, Temperature Sensor
- Price: $239.99 vs $104.00

Google

Nest Thermostat

20% OFF

$129.99

$104.00

BUY NOW

+ Price: $104.00
- Rating: 4.0 vs 4.3
- Warranty: 1 year vs 2 years

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which is better overall: Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) or Nest Thermostat?: Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for rating, warranty, and included accessories.
What is the biggest difference between Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) and Nest Thermostat?: Price is one of the clearest differences: Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) lists $239.99, while Nest Thermostat lists $104.00.
Which one looks better on price?: Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) is listed at $239.99, while Nest Thermostat is listed at $104.00. Nest Thermostat (better spec).
Who should buy Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)?: Choose Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) if your priority is rating and warranty and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Nest Thermostat?: Choose Nest Thermostat if your priority is price and that matters more than rating.

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