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Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (White)
2024
92
/ 100
From $280
VS
Roborock
Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra (Black)
2024
92
/ 100
From $1,799
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (White) lands at 92 and Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra (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 Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra (Black) if…
- ✓Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
- ✓App-based setup
- ✓Works with major voice assistants
Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (White) 92
vs 92 Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra (Black)
Score breakdown
Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (White)
92 ecosystem 92
local 70
ease 84
features 90
Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra (Black)
92 ecosystem 92
local 70
ease 84
features 90
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (White) | Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra (Black) |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2024 | 2024 |
| Color | White | Black |
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
Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra (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: Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (White) vs Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra (Black)
Which is better, Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (White) or Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra (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 Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra (Black) worth the price? +
At $1,799, Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 92 — strongest in ecosystem.
Does Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) (White) or Roborock S8 MaxV Ultra (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.