Nest thermostat
Thermostats · Climate
8 reports: 4 say it works, 3 say it partly works, 1 says it doesn’t work.
Reported with 1 integration: Google Nest.
What people report
| Integration | In Home Assistant | In Apple Home | What they said | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Google Nest | Works | Partly in Home Wrong temperature shown; Fahrenheit passed to HomeKit instead of Celsius | Fixed in later release after temperature unit conversion workSaved copyHome Assistant release (`hass --version`): 0.66.0b0 Python release (`python3 --version`): Component/platform: HomeKit Description of problem: Nest climate not loading/wrong temperature Expected: Should show Nest Thermostat with current temperature and ability to adjust temperature Problem-relevant `configuration.yaml` entries and steps to reproduce: [code] 1. 2. 3. Traceback (if applicable): [code] Additional info: Excerpt saved from GitHub on 2026-10-23. | Issue #13463 · 2018-03 |
| Google Nest | Works Cloud | Climate support with eco mode and fan-only added via SDM APISaved copyBreaking change ## Proposed change <!-- Describe the big picture of your changes here to communicate to the maintainers why we should accept this pull request. If it fixes a bug or resolves Excerpt saved from GitHub on 2026-10-23. | PR #42702 · 2020-11 | |
| Homebridge | Works | Works in Home Via Homebridge, also exposes wireless Nest temperature sensors | Used for years without issueSaved copyI have used Nest through homebridge for years without issue I use homebridge over the native integration as it also works with the wireless nest temperature sensors Excerpt saved from the Arctic Shift Reddit archive on 2026-10-23. | Reddit comment · 2024-04 |
| Google Nest | Works Cloud | Works after one-time $5 developer feeSaved copyI have a nest and it works fine (after i paid my 5$) Excerpt saved from the Arctic Shift Reddit archive on 2026-10-23. | Reddit comment · 2024-08 | |
| Google Nest | Partly works Cloud | Works with Nest API shutting down 8/31/19; Google Home route offers no open APISaved copyThis was my initial read, but it seems that _Works with Google Assistant_ won't allow the same level of integration. From https://nest.com/whats-happening/#im-a-works-with-nest-developer-will-my-solution-still-be-able-to-access-and-control-nest-devices: >I'm a Works with Nest developer. Will I be able to access and control Nest devices moving forward? > >No. The Actions on Google Smart Home platform does not provide open API access to Nest devices, so it cannot be used to access and control Nest devices. Instead, managing and controlling Google Home, Nest, and thousands of third-party smart … Excerpt saved from the Arctic Shift Reddit archive on 2026-10-23. | Reddit thread · 2019-05 | |
| Google Nest | Partly works Cloud | Integration complex but works if setup guide followed carefullySaved copyThe Nest thermostat integration is complex but if follow mostlyChris YouTube video carefully, then works just fine. I have not tried voice on HA but works with Google assistant on my Samsung phone. https://youtu.be/wghcd9xDdMs Excerpt saved from the Arctic Shift Reddit archive on 2026-10-23. | Reddit comment · 2023-07 | |
| Google Nest | Partly works Cloud | Unreliable, high latency, convoluted multi-step integrationSaved copyI've kind of gone off the deep end with this, I originally had Nest which was an unreliable high latency convoluted asynchronous multi-step integration, endlessly tweaking my wifi setup, the internet connection, even buying e new replacement nest. Finally threw it all away and got an Ecobee Enhanced at a deep discount from my local NJ PSE&G store for customers. We have forced hot/cold air in the home, and it is ancient with poor insulatation and one zone. So for my use case I put in individually controllable vent shutters in each room. As the really good motion sensors are expensive, I use … Excerpt saved from the Arctic Shift Reddit archive on 2026-10-23. | Reddit comment · 2026-06 | |
| Not named | Not working Cloud | Top regret purchase; API retroactively locked downSaved copyNest Thermostats. Excerpt saved from the Arctic Shift Reddit archive on 2026-10-23. | Reddit comment · 2025-07 |
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In ReReHome
Once Home Assistant’s HomeKit Bridge shares it, this device reaches Apple Home as a HomeKit accessory behind your Home Assistant bridge, so ReReHome shows and controls it like any other.
Identifiers
| Brand | Google Nest |
|---|---|
| Category | Thermostats |
Also reported as
- Nest Thermostat