I’m looking to replace a “dumb” thermostat in my house. My biggest problem is, the Family (well MIL) will be the primary user of said thermostat. Were it up to me, i’d just duplicate the setup I have in my detached garage (ESP32 and 4channel relay board, with remote temp sensors).
My second biggest problem is many of the smart thermostats requiring internet access and control only being available through their External API. Ideally I’d like something that is 100% local control, with opt in for any remote data.

What setups do you have? do you like it? is it “normal” person friendly?

  • @ConfuseratedEnglish
    2•9 months ago

    Ecobees work local-only if you use the HomeKit integration in HA (no Apple devices or cloud connection required).

    • @foggenbootyEnglish
      2•9 months ago

      Really? I’m intrigued… VERY intrigued.

      • @ConfuseratedEnglish
        1•9 months ago

        Indeed. My Ecobees are actually prevented from accessing the internet at all at the network level, and they still work great through HA. The only issue is that without internet access, the clocks drift ¯_(ツ)_/¯