Best smart thermostat in the UK (landlord-friendly picks)
If you're a landlord (or a tenant who’s allowed to upgrade), a smart thermostat can reduce energy waste and cut call-outs from confused heating controls. The trick is picking something compatible with typical UK boilers and simple enough to support.
Quick picks
tado° Wireless Smart Thermostat Starter Kit V3+
Strong mainstream option; check boiler/controller compatibility before buying.
ASIN: B098BKHT3R
tado° Wired Smart Thermostat Starter Kit V3+
For replacing an existing wired thermostat; wiring/controls vary a lot in UK homes.
ASIN: B098B2W5GP
Drayton Wiser Smart Thermostat (Heating Only)
Popular UK system; better for some conventional setups. Double-check your system type.
ASIN: B075GS4WFK
Compatibility checklist (UK boiler reality)
Before buying: confirm your boiler type, whether you have a combi/system setup, whether a hot water cylinder is involved, and whether there’s an existing wired thermostat/programmer. If you're unsure, pause and get a heating engineer's opinion.
Rental-proofing: support burden matters
Avoid exotic setups that require constant app babysitting. Fewer hubs, fewer custom automations, and clear manual override controls usually wins in rentals.