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Various Utility Companies offers current Account Holders in Select States: Sensi Smart Wi-Fi Thermostat on sale for prices listed below. Shipping may vary by location and provider.

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Offer Notes:
  • Rebate amounts vary depending on the utility provider.
  • The utilities listed offer an instant rebate via an online marketplace, but your utility may offer a traditional rebate. To find Traditional Rebate, Click Here and Scroll to bottom right of listings then click tab that says " No Rebates. Change Location" to enter zip code.
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    • Must be a current account holder with the listed utility provider in order to qualify for this sale pricing. Availability may vary by location.
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  • Idaho
    • Avista Utilities FREE (after post-purchase rebate)
      • You will be emailed Rebate Info. Click "Apply for Rebate in my State" in email. Select Idaho then Smart Thermostat. Rebate Form Submission link is provided on final page.
  • Washington
    • Avista Utilities Free (after post-purchase rebate)
      • You will be emailed Rebate Info. Click "Apply for Rebate in my State" in email. Select Washington then Smart Thermostat. Rebate Form Submission link is provided on final page.
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Various Utility Companies [emerson.com] offers to current Account Holders: Sensi Smart Wi-Fi Thermostat (various) in select states for sale prices as listed below + Additional Rebate w/ Select Utility Companies. Shipping may vary by location and provider.

Offer Notes:
  • Rebate amounts vary depending on the utility provider.
  • The utilities listed offer an instant rebate via an online marketplace, but your utility may offer a traditional rebate. To find traditional rebates, Click Here [emerson.com], scroll to the bottom of the listings, then click the button under the header that says "Don't see your utility?"
  • Some discounts may require enrollment into energy savings programs. These programs are designed to help ease demand on the electric grid by allowing the utility to make slight adjustments to your thermostat on select days during the year. Program specifics vary, but you are always able to override any thermostat changes.
  • No c-wire is necessary and no professional installation required for the ST55U model.
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Created 03-16-2022 at 01:11 PM by Kimpossible680
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Perhaps you should explain the basis of your comment.

I personally installed four of these in my son's home alone three years ago, at least 2-3 of which were without a c wire. At the time I spoke to the Emerson Electric (mfr of Sensi brand and coincidentally local to where I live) technical support staff about their claim to not need a c wire (lots of other sellers claim no need but fail to point out that this means their devices rely on batteries which obviously die and usually at in opportune times). The technician's explanation was what I used in my post. It makes sense and I've read it online in other places confirming this. The units still work now and there's no way the batteries would have lasted that long.

Now that I've told you what I've actually done and my research with multiple sources, it's your turn to share with us. Have you installed one or more of these exact units? Did you call the manufacturer? Or do you just feel superior making negative comments? This forum is about sharing and helping others.

BTW, for anyone considering spending extra to get the color LCD version, be advised that model does indeed require the c wire. The one in the original post is monochromatic and it's simpler needs allows it to be operated without the c wire. If you wish to confirm, suggest calling the tech line. When I did, the wait time was almost non-existent, there was no labyrinth of menus to navigate, the technician was quite skilled, and their voice was easily understood. This was pre-pandemic but I hope that hasn't changed. The experience left me glad that I bought their product, which incidentally was not free at the time.
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KS never does anything fun like this Frown
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So glad that I make you sick. Will try harder to advance the cause.

Since you were not on my phone call with technician, it's impossible for you to assume I misunderstood anything. Have you actually spoken to their technical support staff?

If you read my other post, you would see and read the documentation and the manufacturer link to it. Take the time to do so before making snarky comments. You should also reread your own quote and notice the operative word "backup". The batteries provide just the power to retain the settings.

Had you taken the time to read and understand the documentation, you'd understand that although you have a c wire and for some reason chose not wire the thermostat with it, you'd realize that your thermostat is being powered as I described and not by your batteries. If you don't believe that, remove them altogether and see that the device still operates consistent with what the manufacturer designed using the low voltage wiring.
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tyman
03-16-2022 at 01:13 PM.
03-16-2022 at 01:13 PM.
KS never does anything fun like this Frown
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krayzie
03-16-2022 at 01:18 PM.
03-16-2022 at 01:18 PM.
i have no idea if i should pay $39 for this. free would have been nice.
need to go look into it now
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kdiggz
03-16-2022 at 01:42 PM.

Our community has rated this post as helpful. If you agree, why not thank kdiggz

03-16-2022 at 01:42 PM.
they say it doesn't need a c-wire but my use case shows otherwise. it stopped working on 15 out of 16 furnaces I tried it on
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fw10001
03-16-2022 at 02:12 PM.
03-16-2022 at 02:12 PM.
Today, I learnt what is a c-wire. Saying that so readers realize I am no expert :-)

Here's a review from the BGE Marketplace. Along similar lines to what kdiggz wrote above.

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Ensure You have a Comminicating System
I gave a one star rating only because I was not able to use the thermostat with my communicating heat pump system. I was disappointed because otherwise the device appeared to meet my needs. Potential purchasers should ensure they do not have a communicating system. I saw nothing in the specs I reviewed before purchasing the device that it was not compatible with a communicating system but only that you needed to have a C wire going to the thermostat. Later, a tech pointed to a link opening up a compatibility chart that was more specific than the original specs I saw for the device. However, that chart was not available or obvious on the initial site I purchased the device from."
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JDSanti
03-16-2022 at 02:47 PM.
03-16-2022 at 02:47 PM.
What usually are the main differences between this one and the Google nest ones?
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03-16-2022 at 02:49 PM.
03-16-2022 at 02:49 PM.
Aren't these the type the power company can shut you down if demand usage is high?
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Toophless
03-16-2022 at 02:53 PM.
03-16-2022 at 02:53 PM.
I have two of these on heat pump systems but one is an older version and missing a feature (I don't remember what off hand). They work quite well for me. In for one from Duke Energy. Thanks!
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SebastianB9810
03-16-2022 at 02:53 PM.
03-16-2022 at 02:53 PM.
Of course Florida isn't on this list 😒
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MerryCrown7505
03-16-2022 at 03:02 PM.
03-16-2022 at 03:02 PM.
thanks, I've been waiting for another one of these
some other models are also on sale, Duke Energy / Progress in NC is selling Emerson Sensi Touch smart thermostat Model ST75U for the same $30 off sale plus $50 instant rebate:
https://shop-depnc.duke-energy.co...ENSIT.html
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03-16-2022 at 03:06 PM.
03-16-2022 at 03:06 PM.
I have 4 of these and the one connected to 4 wire heat and cool truly does not need a c wire. For heat only, you can add an external adapter, cool only can work by using the fan wire as a power source. Nest and eco bee have more presence sensors and adaptive controls but if all you want is wifi and app control, these are solid and work with SmartThings and Alexa integration.
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03-16-2022 at 03:07 PM.
03-16-2022 at 03:07 PM.
Quote from gordgeck :
Aren't these the type the power company can shut you down if demand usage is high?

OR they will adjust temps higher by 4 degrees to prevent AC from going on during load peak AKA When you want it the most!

Reason I didn't go forward. Save the bitchin by fam to save $1 LOL.
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03-16-2022 at 03:17 PM.
03-16-2022 at 03:17 PM.
Quote from gordgeck :
Aren't these the type the power company can shut you down if demand usage is high?

I think you usually need to authorize the energy company to do this or you can also opt-out.
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