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Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) vs Honeywell Home X8S Smart Thermostat

Full Smart Thermostats comparison in 2026

Updated August 2026
Data from Amazon and official Google and Honeywell Home sites.
2026 verdict
Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) has the better all-around case than Honeywell Home X8S Smart Thermostat in 2026, starting with price, rating, and included accessories. It separates itself most clearly on price, rating, and included accessories, while still looking better on connectivity and sensors. Honeywell Home X8S Smart Thermostat still makes sense if voice control and speaker are your priority, but most buyers should still lean toward Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen). That is why Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) wins the verdict here.
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FeatureNest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)Honeywell Home X8S Smart ThermostatWinner
Price$239.99$259.99Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)
Rating4.44.2Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)
Included accessoriesTrim Plate, Temperature SensorTemperature SensorNest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFiNest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)
SensorsProximity / Motion, Occupancy, Temperature, Humidity, Ambient LightProximity / Motion, Occupancy, Temperature, HumidityNest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)
Voice ControlNOYESHoneywell Home X8S Smart Thermostat
SpeakerNOYESHoneywell Home X8S Smart Thermostat
Warranty2 years2 yearsTie
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, IFTTT, Matter, External Temperature SensorsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter, External Temperature SensorsTie
ScreenYESYESTie
AlertsTemperature AlertsAir Quality AlertsTie
Energy SavingsYESYESTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) or Honeywell Home X8S Smart Thermostat?

Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and included accessories.

What is the biggest difference between Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) and Honeywell Home X8S Smart Thermostat?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) lists $239.99, while Honeywell Home X8S Smart Thermostat lists $259.99.

Which one looks better on price?

Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) is listed at $239.99, while Honeywell Home X8S Smart Thermostat is listed at $259.99. Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (better spec).

Who should buy Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen)?

Choose Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than voice control.

Who should buy Honeywell Home X8S Smart Thermostat?

Choose Honeywell Home X8S Smart Thermostat if your priority is voice control and speaker and that matters more than price.

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