Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (White)
2024
Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black)
2024
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (White) 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 Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (White) if…
- ✓Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
- ✓App-based setup
- ✓Works with major voice assistants
Pick Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) if…
- ✓Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
- ✓App-based setup
- ✓Works with major voice assistants
Winner by scenario
Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate testEcosystem
TieCompared on the ecosystem sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Features
TieCompared on the features sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Ease of use
TieCompared on the ease of use sub-score
Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.
Value for money
TieSpecdex score per dollar at MSRP
Effectively tied — similar score-per-dollar at MSRP.
Score breakdown
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (White) | Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black) |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Color | White | Black |
Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (White)
- +Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
- +App-based setup
- +Works with major voice assistants
- −Subscription sometimes required
- −Cloud dependency on many
- −Ecosystem lock-in
Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black)
- +Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
- +App-based setup
- +Works with major voice assistants
- −Subscription sometimes required
- −Cloud dependency on many
- −Ecosystem lock-in
FAQ: Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (White) vs Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (Black)
Which is better, Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (White) 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 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 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 Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (White) 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.