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Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (White)
2024
92
/ 100
From $280
VS
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) (White) 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) (White) 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
Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (White) 92
vs 92 Home Assistant Yellow
Score breakdown
Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (White)
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
| Spec | Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (White) | Home Assistant Yellow |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2024 | — |
| Color | White | — |
Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (White)
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) (White) vs Home Assistant Yellow
Which is better, Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (White) 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) (White) worth the price? +
At $280, Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (White) 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) (White) 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.