Resideo’s newest thermostat looks like a compelling alternative to Nest or Ecobee if you’re looking for a premium smart thermostat. The Honeywell Home X8S is compatible with Matter, supports room sensors, and features a sleek 5-inch touchscreen that works as an intercom for Ring and First Alert video doorbells.

The $219.99 thermostat launches this week, and thanks to Matter compatibility works with Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home, and other smart home systems. It also includes indoor air quality monitoring, plus humidity and ventilation control.

At $220 ($250 with a room sensor), it’s cheaper than the flagship $280 Nest Learning Thermostat (4th gen) but the same price as the $250 Ecobee Premium Thermostat, both of which come with a room sensor. Ecobee’s thermostats also act as vide

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