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Google Nest Thermostat (2020)

verified 2026-10-07 Specs from Google Store: Nest Thermostat tech specs. Also known as: nest thermostat 2020.

Specs

c wire	Designed to work without a C wire, but heating-only or cooling-only systems and zone controllers may need a C wire or power accessory (Nest Power Connector)
wifi	2.4/5 GHz
matter	Yes

smart home platform Google Home
Can be controlled from the Google Home app and Google/Nest speakers and displays.
smart home platform Amazon Alexa
Can be controlled from the Alexa app and Echo devices.
smart home platform Matter smart home standard
Matter accessories can be added to any Matter controller (Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa, SmartThings and others) without a brand-specific hub.

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Good to know

Google hubs do not include Zigbee radios; Zigbee devices need their own bridge.
Matter-over-Thread devices need a Google Thread border router: Nest Hub (2nd gen), Nest Hub Max, Nest Wifi Pro, Google TV Streamer (4K) or Google Home Speaker (2026).
Only some Echo models include Zigbee or Thread radios; Wi-Fi/cloud 'skill' devices work with any Echo.
Matter runs over Wi-Fi or Thread. Matter-over-Thread accessories also need a Thread border router somewhere in the home (see radio:thread-border-router); a Wi-Fi-only controller is not enough on its own.
Each ecosystem supports a subset of Matter device types, so check that your controller supports the accessory's type (e.g., lock, thermostat, sensor).
Some products reach Matter through a bridge (e.g., Philips Hue Bridge, Aqara Hub M3) rather than speaking Matter themselves.

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