The thermostats are good enough that they could be installed in a house and used very happily as the sole control system. Most people, though, will want to install the app on their phone. The Hive app makes using your heating system enjoyable (almost fun) and aims to save money.
How long do Hive thermostats last?
Hive Active Heating 2 is a little simpler, with four AA batteries powering the thermostat. This makes placement easier; you can put the thermostat on any wall that you like. Hive quotes battery life at around two years. Both devices can be self-installed if you’re a competent DIYer.
Which is better Hive or Tado?
Tado is more recommended if you’re after a simple smart solution, with its easy installation being a big factor for many customers. While Hive is more complicated to install, it represents the more comprehensive smart home package, with many more options available if you’re interested in upgrading your home fully.
Can I replace my thermostat with Hive?
No, you don’t need to have an existing thermostat but if you have one the Hive thermostat would replace it.
Does Hive save you money?
Use the Hive app
They worked out heating bills can be as much as 35% lower in properties with a well-controlled heating system.
Where is the best place to put a Hive thermostat?
Aim for around 1-1.5m from the floor and away from heat sources such as radiators and direct sunlight. To make accurate temperature readings, your thermostat needs a free flow of air so please ensure you place in an area not covered by curtains or similar objects.
How long do Hive TRV batteries last?
The battery life really depends on how often you wake up the thermostat display – if you’re mainly using the app and rarely touch touch the device should last you at least 12 months. We would always recommend using good quality batteries such as Duracell or Energizer and avoid using rechargeable ones.
Is there a monthly charge for Hive?
Hive Live is a monthly subscription service that gives you the following benefits: Ongoing warranty on all of your Hive products. 10% discount when you buy any Hive products. Free delivery on all orders.
Do Tado thermostats work with Hive?
They also work with Nest and Hive. Nest / Hive will control the boiler. The tado TRVs will control individual rooms but only if heat is supplied from the boiler by Nest / Hive.
Is Hive the same as a smart meter?
2. Is a smart meter the same as Nest or Hive? No. Devices such as Nest or Hive are called smart thermostats and they allow you to control your heating remotely using an application on your mobile phone.
What happens to old thermostat when Hive is installed?
What happens to my old thermostat? Your old thermostat will be removed by our engineer and replaced by the Hive wireless thermostat.If you are upgrading from Hive Active Heating to Hive Active Heating 2 you will need to take the batteries out of your old thermostat when prompted.
What is the difference between Hive 1 and 2?
The Hive 2 is the latest smart thermostat from British Gas that, like its predecessor, the original Hive thermostat , lets you control your home’s heating and hot water using an app on your phone. It’s had a tasteful makeover and now features a slick mirrored finish and interchangeable colourful shells.
How hard is Hive to install?
They’ll need to make sure your Hive unit is connected correctly. In most cases, Hive installation is a pretty quick job and can usually be completed within an hour for a standard boiler setup.Similarly, if you’re looking to upgrade or change your boiler then Hive can often be installed at the same time.
What is the point of hive?
Hive allows users to read, write, and manage petabytes of data using SQL. Hive is built on top of Apache Hadoop, which is an open-source framework used to efficiently store and process large datasets. As a result, Hive is closely integrated with Hadoop, and is designed to work quickly on petabytes of data.
How much money does Nest Thermostat save?
On average the Nest thermostat saved US customers about 10-12% on their heating bills and about 15% on their cooling bills. We’ve estimated average savings of $131 to $145 a year, which means the Nest thermostat can pay for itself in under two years.
How do I get the best hive heating?
Want to lower your heating bills? Here are six energy saving tips
- Service your boiler each year.
- Take control of your heating with a smart thermostat.
- Turn the heat down by one degree.
- Use smart tech to only heat the rooms you need.
- Stop heat going out the window.
- Use heat that’s already there.
Should thermostat be in hallway?
In a Hallway
Your thermostat should be in an area that your family spends a good amount of time in, and we’re guessing your hallway isn’t one of those places. This, combined with the fact that hallways can restrict airflow, means that a thermostat in a hallway won’t get an accurate reading of your home’s temperature.
Should thermostat be in coldest room?
We would not advise putting the thermostat in the coldest room as this would not be a true reflection of the temperature of the rest of the house.If the thermostat senses cold, it will think that your entire home is just as cold. So it will tell your boiler to work harder which could increase your heating costs.
Does the hive thermostat have to be wall mounted?
This is our wireless thermostat for conventional boilers (boilers with a separate hot water tank). It’s wireless so you can move it around your house and make sure the temperature is right where you are. It can also be mounted on the wall if you prefer having it in the same place.
Do you need hive radiator valves?
How many Hive radiator valves do I need? It’s entirely up to you. If you want full room by room control around your house then you’ll need a Hive Radiator Valve on your radiators in each room.
Are Alexa and hive compatible?
Hive works with Alexa, Amazon’s smart assistant. Connect your Hive devices to your Echo and you’re all set to control things with your voice.Control your Heating, Lights and Plugs, simply by asking Alexa.
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