Wyze Thermostat | Programmable, Wireless Smart Home Digital Thermostat (2024)

FAQs

Does the Wyze Thermostat work without Wi-Fi? ›

Alternatively, you may also find the list of related parts here. Will Wyze Thermostat still work if my WiFi connection drops? Yes, Wyze Thermostat will continue operating based on the last updated schedule. You can also control your temperature or change the status from the thermostat itself.

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.

A smart thermostat can learn and make decisions for you. A smart thermostat, just like a Wi-Fi thermostat, can be controlled by a connected device, such as your cell phone, via an app. Wi-Fi thermostats, however, don't have the ability to learn from your usage.

Make sure your phone/tablet's Bluetooth is enabled. The Wyze app will automatically begin searching for and pairing with your Wyze Thermostat. Be sure to keep your phone near the thermostat. Once paired, you will be prompted to enter your Wi-Fi name and password.

Wyze Cam devices that cannot be used without Wi-Fi:

They do not have a microSD card slot for local storage, and can only record to the cloud (which requires an internet connection). However, Wyze Video Doorbell v1 and Wyze Chime will work without Wi-Fi.

The dark C wire needs to be attached to the B/C terminal in addition to the 2 wires that are already there. The G wire needs to be attached to the G terminal, and the W wire needs to be attached to the W terminal. Connect the wires to the wyze thermostat as shown.

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.

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.

Almost all Wyze devices must be connected to a 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi network with a WPA/WPA2 protocol. Keep the following in mind when checking what type of router you have: Newer routers are often dual-band, with 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz bands. Most single-band routers are 2.4 GHz.

More expensive than manual and programmable thermostats. Not every smart Wi-Fi thermostat works with every heating and cooling system. You have to feel comfortable using tech to get the most out of these thermostats.

Is it worth getting a wireless thermostat? ›

As you come and go, the thermostat adjusts the temperature to keep you comfortable when you're home without wasting energy when you're away. Energy savings: A smart thermostat can save you a modest amount of money on your electric bills. According to ENERGY STAR, the average savings are about 8 percent, or $50 a year.

In simple terms, your HVAC system continues to run despite the lack of a Wi-Fi connection. How does this work? Most thermostats will maintain the current settings when the internet goes down. However, you might not be able to change or readjust the temperature settings remotely.

If your internet connection goes out, Wyze Thermostat will keep operating based on the last updated schedule. You can control your temperature or changing status from the thermostat device as well.

No, it's a hardwired thermostat.

Wyze Thermostat does not use batteries.

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.

Yes, smart thermostats work without Wifi. However, doing so limits the thermostat's functionality. Smart devices are designed for optimal performance with a Wifi connection. Not using the device for its intended purpose limits you to a basic remote control thermostat without Wifi.

You must have an internet connection to set up the camera and configure it with the Wyze app. But if you have a microSD card inserted and Local recording to microSD card turned on in your settings, the camera will continuously record to that microSD card, even if offline.

If your internet connection drops, Wyze Home Monitoring Service will still work locally.

Yes, absolutely. Even if your WiFi network goes down, you can still use your key to unlock the door manually, or connect to the Wyze Lock's Bluetooth to trigger Lock or Unlock commands manually. While offline, the Auto-Unlock feature won't trigger.