Wyze Thermostat smart heating & cooling system works with voice assistants (2024)

FAQs

Why is my system not compatible with the Wyze Thermostat? ›

Wyze Thermostat is not compatible with any of the following, as they are high voltage systems: Electric baseboard heating. 110/120V thick wires capped with wire nuts. A caution label saying 120/240V.

Troubleshooting: Turn the power to your HVAC system off. Ensure that the Rc and C wires are connected securely to Wyze Thermostat and the control board. If there's an extra wire on the thermostat and no C wire, verify if the extra wire is connected to the C terminal on the control board.

Whereas the Amazon Smart Thermostat only works with Alexa voice commands, the Wyze Thermostat supports both Alexa and Google Assistant.

Wyze products work with all Alexa-enabled and Google Assistant-enabled devices, including the Echo Show and the Google Home. A few ways to use Wyze products and with Alexa and Google Assistant: Ask Alexa to show the Live stream from your Wyze Cam on your Echo Show.

Most Wyze devices are only compatible with a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network with a WPA/WPA2 protocol. Note: Some Wyze devices are dual-band, which means that they're able to connect to both 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz Wi-Fi networks.

Check the Power Source Sometimes the problem between the thermostat and your furnace is as simple as replacing the batteries. Many digital thermostats use standard batteries to power their functions. Also make sure to check there is power at the furnace as well.

The thermostat may have a dead battery, so replace them with fresh ones and try again. Your furnace may turn on right away after this. If it doesn't, you may have a faulty power circuit. Have an HVAC professional diagnose this issue, and provide you with professional recommendations.

Try checking the circuit breaker box or replacing the batteries. Bad wiring: The thermostat may be unresponsive if the wiring has gone bad. Remove the cover and check inside for loose, detached, or corroded wires. If you spot any problems, contact an HVAC technician for assistance.

Yes, the C-wire powers the thermostat.

Wyze Thermostat requires a C-wire, or "common" wire, for power. Don't have a C-wire? We've included a C-wire adapter in the box. Wyze Thermostat does not use batteries.

How to change temperature on wyze thermostat? ›

Tap on the temperature to change it. tap on Save again to confirm the changes. Auto mode on your Wyze Thermostat will display two set points—one for heating and one for cooling. The cooling set point is blue while the heating set point is red.

Yes, Wyze Cam v3 works with smart integrations.

Wyze Cam v3 is compatible with the smart integrations Alexa, Google Assistant, and IFTTT. Use your voice to control your camera, pull up the live view on your smart screens, or set up commands and actions with IFTTT.

Yes, it will continue working as usual.

If your internet connection goes out, Wyze Thermostat will keep operating based on the last updated schedule.

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Yes and No. No, you cannot apply any passcode but you can “Lock” the thermostat in the App so that it cannot be adjusted at the wall unit. However this can be circumvented from the wall unit if you go deep enough into the menus.

"With Auto Switch enabled, your Home and Away temperature status will change automatically. Using your phone's location, along with a 3-mile geofenced range, your thermostat will switch between your Home and Away preferences whenever you enter or leave that range. Your Wyze Thermostat also has a built in motion sensor.

If your HVAC system is variable speed, multi-stage, or zoned for different areas of your home, you will likely need a professional to install a thermostat that can handle those systems. Most smart thermostats available in the U.S. market are not compatible with baseboard heating, biofuels, or in-wall heaters.

Find out what kind of voltage your system requires. Most standard HVAC units require a 24-volt power supply, a level of compatibility for most thermostats. However, electric baseboard heaters usually require between 110 and 240 volts to operate effectively. Some gas- or oil-fueled units run on 24 millivolts.

Check for a space at the beginning or end of your Wi-Fi password. Make sure your network name doesn't include special characters. Check that you're using a WPA/WPA2 encryption type for the router. Find this on the ISP label on the back of your router.