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Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) — 2024
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Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black)

2024

92
/ 100
From $280
VS
Home Assistant Yellow — Hub
Nabu Casa

Home Assistant Yellow

Hub

92
/ 100
From $199
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) lands at 92 and Home Assistant Yellow at 92. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) if…

  • ✓Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
  • ✓App-based setup
  • ✓Works with major voice assistants

Pick Home Assistant Yellow if…

  • ✓Matter support (modern)
  • ✓Zigbee/Thread radios (most)
  • ✓Automations
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Ecosystem

Tie

Compared on the ecosystem sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Features

Tie

Compared on the features sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Ease of use

Tie

Compared on the ease of use sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Home Assistant Yellow

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Home Assistant Yellow more score per dollar ($199 vs $280).

Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) 92
vs
92 Home Assistant Yellow

Score breakdown

Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black)
92
ecosystem 92
local 70
ease 84
features 90
Home Assistant Yellow
92
ecosystem 92
local 70
ease 84
features 90

Specs side-by-side

Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) versus Home Assistant Yellow — full spec comparison
Spec Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) Home Assistant Yellow
Release year
2024
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Color
Black
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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

Home Assistant Yellow

Pros
  • +Matter support (modern)
  • +Zigbee/Thread radios (most)
  • +Automations
Cons
  • −App quality varies
  • −Cloud dependency on some
  • −Ecosystem lock-in

FAQ: Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) vs Home Assistant Yellow

Which is better, Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) or Home Assistant Yellow? +

Both score 92 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

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.

Is Home Assistant Yellow worth the price? +

At $199, Home Assistant Yellow delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in ecosystem.

Does Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) or Home Assistant Yellow 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.

Which is the better value, Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) or Home Assistant Yellow? +

Home Assistant Yellow — more score per dollar ($199 vs $280). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.