Remote thermostat
For you snowbirds who have "remote controlled thermostats", what do you use? What are the things you like, AND the things that you don't like about your model?
I'm thinking about leaving my DSL/Internet link in place this winter, and installing a thermostat with remote control.
I "must have" the following minimum features:
-- alert if the house temperature drops below a predetermined temperature (45-degrees?)
-- ability to check current temp from my smart phone or tablet.
-- ability to adjust temperature from my smart phone or tablet.
-- no monthly fees (other than having to keep my DSL active)
Other nice to have, but not deal breaker features:
-- alert if the house temperature rises above a predetermined temperature (80 degrees?)
-- display outdoor temperature
-- ability to tie in other sensors/cameras/whatever
Right now I'm leaning toward a couple of Honeywell "WiFi Smart thermostat" models which cover all of my "must have" features. Cost around $200.
Comments/recommendations?
I'm thinking about leaving my DSL/Internet link in place this winter, and installing a thermostat with remote control.
I "must have" the following minimum features:
-- alert if the house temperature drops below a predetermined temperature (45-degrees?)
-- ability to check current temp from my smart phone or tablet.
-- ability to adjust temperature from my smart phone or tablet.
-- no monthly fees (other than having to keep my DSL active)
Other nice to have, but not deal breaker features:
-- alert if the house temperature rises above a predetermined temperature (80 degrees?)
-- display outdoor temperature
-- ability to tie in other sensors/cameras/whatever
Right now I'm leaning toward a couple of Honeywell "WiFi Smart thermostat" models which cover all of my "must have" features. Cost around $200.
Comments/recommendations?
