Nest thermostat support for variable-speed air handlers

[Tanquen]

Will they every add support variable-speed air handlers and heat pumps? Gen 4 maybe? 

[mejiacruz]

Hi @Tanquen, 

Thank you for posting in our community. Currently, our Nest Learning Thermostat 3rd Gen is compatible with most HVAC systems on the market, including heat pumps and air handlers. If you find an HVAC system that is incompatible with our Nest Thermostat, please take a moment to fill out the feedback form. This will help our team improve our products and ensure we meet all your needs.

If you need further assistance, feel free to reply to this thread or create a new one.

Best regards,

Josh

[Tanquen]

Will they every add support variable-speed air handlers and heat pumps? Gen 4 maybe? 

[mejiacruz]

Hi @Tanquen,

Hey, we have no news to share, but stay tuned to our community blog and social channels to be the first to know when we announce new things.

Regards,

Josh

[boettcht]

Hello Josh,

Is there an update to this? Do the new Gen 4 support variable-speed heat pumps and variable-speed fan/blowers?

Thanks

[gmelanymelissa]

Hi @boettcht,
 
Thanks for posting here in the community. I understand your concern if Nest Thermostat 4Gen supports variable-speed heat pumps and variable-speed fan/blowers. I'm happy to help!
 
At this moment, you cannot control variable speeds on the thermostat side. If the equipment can modulate itself with a non-proprietary 24VAC input, then the Nest Learning Thermostat will work, but will require adjustments to settings to ensure efficient operation of the equipment.
 
Keep me posted.
 
Best regards,
Melany

[Tanquen]

After all of these years, it's too bad that the Gen 4, didn't come up with a solution for this. Variable speed, air handlers and heat pumps are just going to become more and more popular. It's disappointing that you have to throw away your Nest thermostat and replace it with the proprietary one that comes with and can't talk to the heat pump or air handler. 😞

[chaconmorales]

Hi Tanquen,

I appreciate you taking the time to post this over the community space. Thank you for your insights and for sharing your ideas regarding the Nest Learning Thermostat (4th Gen). I apologize for the inconvenience you are experiencing. 

We're always looking for ways to make you all feel welcome. Your feedback is important to us.

Please help us improve by filling out the feedback form.

This is really helpful.

Best,

Mario

[Tanquen]

It's now up for pre order but still unsure if they have add anything to make the new 4th gen work with variable-speed air handlers and heat pumps.