Nabu Casa
Home Assistant Yellow
Hub
92
/ 100
From $199
VS
Google
Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black)
2024
92
/ 100
From $280
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Home Assistant Yellow lands at 92 and Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) at 92. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick Home Assistant Yellow if…
- ✓Matter support (modern)
- ✓Zigbee/Thread radios (most)
- ✓Automations
Pick Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) if…
- ✓Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
- ✓App-based setup
- ✓Works with major voice assistants
Home Assistant Yellow 92
vs 92 Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black)
Score breakdown
Home Assistant Yellow
92 ecosystem 92
local 70
ease 84
features 90
Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black)
92 ecosystem 92
local 70
ease 84
features 90
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Home Assistant Yellow | Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | — | 2024 |
| Color | — | Black |
Home Assistant Yellow
Pros
- +Matter support (modern)
- +Zigbee/Thread radios (most)
- +Automations
Cons
- −App quality varies
- −Cloud dependency on some
- −Ecosystem lock-in
Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black)
Pros
- +Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
- +App-based setup
- +Works with major voice assistants
Cons
- −Subscription sometimes required
- −Cloud dependency on many
- −Ecosystem lock-in
FAQ: Home Assistant Yellow vs Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black)
Which is better, Home Assistant Yellow or Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black)? +
Both score 92 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is Home Assistant Yellow worth the price? +
At $199, Home Assistant Yellow delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in ecosystem.
Is Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) worth the price? +
At $280, Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in ecosystem.
Does Home Assistant Yellow or Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.