Sensi Lite Smart Thermostat, Data Privacy, Programmable, Wi-Fi, Easy DIY, Works With Alexa, Energy Star Certified, ST25, Most Systems C-Wire Not Required, Except On Heat/Cool Only and Heat Pump System

This was purchased for a church building where areas are unoccupied at various times. This first purchase was a trial. The heating system is hot water with a central boiler serving several zones.We found this thermostat much easier to install and program than a previous brand we had we had tried to use. It connected easily with our existing Wi-Fi. For our system (heat only) it required a “C” wire but fortunately the existing wiring contained a wire we could repurpose. We haven’t used the early start feature yet we’ve just estimated the time to achieve the set temperature and programmed the system to come on soon enough to achieve it. A conversation we had with the the help line informed us that the thermostat will learn the time needed to achieve the correct temperature.The one call to the help line was very useful. The wait to be connected was fairly long, 15 minutes or so, but the gentleman was very knowledgeable and able to answer all the questions we asked. We have also emailed a question and received an answer but the response is slow.We’re pleased with the appearance of the unit it looks very solid and it’s not obtrusive and it is also easy to read. We also like the fact it can be locked to prevent unauthorized adjustment.It has been convenient and easy to install the app on multiple phones and nice to be able to check and adjust programs remotely. It is also nice that it connects to some weather information and displays the outside temperature.It’s great to have the room at a comfortable temperature when you expect it to be.We will also connect the a/c system to it later which now runs on a separate device.We have been pleased with the unit and have ordered two more for other areas.

After Amazon Thermostat, this is totally different experience. Was surprised with quality and connectivity and simplicity of installation. I bouth 2, the full version and lite version, so far so goodWas using for about 3 weeks. Got notifications when door is open, I can set up limit on temperature, which is Incredibly useful for rental.

Other companies that make these programable/wi fi thermostats, use downloaded apps that only work if you give them permission to (essentially) have access to your entire phone. This company does not. The thermostat works great and I wish I would have gotten one years ago.

I have a home that was built in 2006 and I work in a technical field (engineer) so I am familiar with troubleshooting hardware/software problems. Anyway, my problems with this unit started immediately. During installation, one is supposed to note the letter codes that the existing thermostat is connected to so that the new thermostat can be notified (via wifi and on app on your phone) how to program its terminals to match the original thermostat's functionality. Unfortunately, my existing wire connection was not recognized as being valid by the app (even though my home is relatively new, has a C wire and works properly with the original controller). I didn't let the this deter to me as I was sure I could fine a setup that would work through a little trial/error and voltage measurement. I was able to program my thermostat the first time without any issues; however, the setup I entered didn't work (system produced heat when it should have been cold), so I tried to reprogram the thermostat for a 2nd try. When I searched for my wifi network on the app, I was informed that no networks could be found, which was strange since all my other devices (computers, tablets, TVs, etc) had no issues connecting to my wifi. No problem I thought because I was given the option of entering the name of a network manually, which I did. After entering the name I was asked to enter the network's password twice, which is also strange since double entry is typically required for setting up online accounts, but not for connecting to your own wifi. Anyway, I entered the password twice and things seemed to be okay for a short time, but then the app kept informing me that it was losing its connection to the thermostat. I put the thermostat in "setup" mode by pressing the mode button for 4 seconds, but the thermostat would only stay in setup mode for a few seconds, and whenever it popped out of setup mode, the app would lose its connection again. What was really frustrating is that every time I tried to change the setup, I had to enter the network name and the password twice, which is pretty dumb for a "smart" device! I fought the system for about 2 hours and I was finally able to get another setup programmed, but that one didn't work either. At this point I decided I was done fighting the thing and I returned it. Again, I'm a competent technical person and my heat pump is relatively new and in good working condition. If I can't get it working smoothly, I don't think many others will be able to either. Perhaps I just had a lemon, but my advice is to steer clear of this finicky little monster.

It does everything I want it to, and nothing that I don't want it to. The interfaces, both physically on the device, and in the phone app, are intuitive. It is not overly complicated to use like the Google Nest thermostats are.

The title of this review says it all, a shipping box that provides no installation information.How can a company release a product that lists an "Installation Guide" on its box and then ships the product without one.It says there's a mobile app for control, but does not give its name. Rufus doesn't know it. Claims it's a PDF.And he doesn't know if it mounts on the base of the white non-wifi thermostat one might be replacing. Shame on Emerson for not making it compatible and not documenting it isn't.By chance I read the Amazon reviews so I knew what to do, but that's not what a company should count on.

Just right, all the functions I need.Excellent product support, the right wall plate is the SA6b.

Love it so far still havent ran the wires so I can use the wifi but I will get around to it. Functions completely fine without wifi option!