A smart thermostat is typically a thermostat with some style of wireless communication (i.e. Z-Wave, WiFi, etc.) built-in. This wireless communication gives you and your thermostat new monitoring and control functionality beyond that of a traditional thermostat.

The wireless communication you get with a smart thermostat allows you to remotely control your home’s temperature settings from anywhere using the mobile app. Monitor your thermostat’s activity throughout the day and create Schedules based on your daily routine to reduce energy usage and save on monthly energy bill.

Saving money with energy-saving thermostat schedules. Away Mode can help you save up to 10% on your energy bill. Using the SmartRent app, you can update your thermostat to set energy-saving heating and cooling while you are away. Simply disable away mode upon return to your home. View this guided demo on how to configure and use Away Mode.

Smart home scenes are pre-configured settings for your smart devices that can be activated with a single command. They allow you to control multiple devices at once to create a specific ambiance or automate tasks.