Resideo Introduces Honeywell Home X2S Smart Thermostat at CES 2025

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Resideo Technologies (REZI) has unveiled the new Honeywell Home X2S smart thermostat at CES 2025, set to launch in Spring 2025 at $79.99. The Matter-enabled and ENERGY STAR® certified device offers significant energy savings, with heating users saving 22% and cooling users saving 17% on HVAC energy consumption when using the scheduling feature.

The smart thermostat features compatibility with major platforms including Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Apple Home, while offering control through Resideo's First Alert app. Key features include automatic away mode, indoor air quality monitoring, humidity tracking, and filter replacement reminders. The device utilizes Honeywell Home Thermostat Technology with a UWP® wall-mounting plate for easy installation.

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• New product launch in growing smart home market
• Competitive pricing at $79.99, positioning for mass market adoption
• Significant energy savings potential (22% heating, 17% cooling)
• Wide compatibility with major smart home platforms through Matter standard

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• None.

New Smart Thermostat Offers Matter Compatibility, Energy Savings and Simple Comfort Control

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Jan. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Resideo Technologies, a leading global provider of solutions for home comfort, security and safety, is introducing the new Honeywell Home X2S smart thermostat at CES 2025. Available at home improvement retailers this spring, the Matter-enabled and ENERGY STAR^® certified smart thermostat offers unsurpassed features at an accessible price point.

"Our new Honeywell Home X2S smart thermostat is ideal for those who are looking to upgrade their thermostat but may be intimidated by installing smart home technology," said Pat Tessier, Vice President of Product Development for First Alert and Honeywell Home solutions at Resideo. "Now consumers have an affordable, feature-packed, Matter-enabled smart thermostat from a trusted thermostat brand that delivers first-rate smart home benefits and energy saving capabilities at a value that is second to none."

Honeywell Home thermostat users save on average* 22% (heating users) and 17% (cooling users) on their HVAC energy consumption when using the recommended scheduling feature consistently. In addition, the Honeywell Home X2S smart thermostat offers:

• Matter and smart home compatibility. Compatible with Amazon Alexa, Google Home and Apple Home, users can also control the thermostat's setpoints and schedules via Resideo's First Alert app, the smart ecosystem for Resideo's connected Honeywell Home and First Alert branded solutions. The First Alert app enables an automatic away mode that detects when all users have left the house and delivers optimized energy savings until they return, and users can enroll in energy management programs offered by many local utilities.
• Simple installation, programming and use. Made with Honeywell Home Thermostat Technology, the UWP^® wall-mounting plate offers simple upgrades between devices. Featuring a large, bright display, it's quick to set up and effortless to schedule on the device or via the app.
• Indoor air quality awareness. To help users understand their indoor air quality (IAQ), it monitors humidity and offers an air filter replacement reminder to ensure the heating/cooling system runs effectively.

The Honeywell Home X2S smart thermostat will be available in U.S. and Canadian retail stores in Spring 2025 for $79.99 (U.S. MSRP), and it's compatible with most HVAC systems and Internet routers (both 2.4 and 5 GHz). Nearly half** of consumers prefer that a professional install their thermostat, and Resideo's independent HVAC partners can install a variety of trusted Honeywell Home smart thermostats with enhanced IAQ and diagnostic features. To find an independent HVAC company visit HoneywellHome.com/findapro. 

About Resideo  
Resideo is a leading global manufacturer and developer of technology-driven products and components that provide critical comfort, energy management, smart living and safety and security solutions to over 150 million homes globally. Resideo's trusted First Alert® brand offers smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, fire extinguishers, escape ladders, cameras, and water leak detection solutions. With proven expertise for more than a century, the company's Honeywell Home smart thermostats help balance indoor air quality and offer energy savings. Through the ADI Global Distribution business, Resideo also is a leading wholesale distributor of low-voltage security and smart living and life safety products for commercial and residential markets. For more information about Resideo, visit FirstAlert.com, HoneywellHome.com, or Resideo.com.

The Honeywell Home trademark is used under a long-term license from Honeywell International Inc. As such, Honeywell cannot validate or deny the claims made in this release.

*December 2024 Analysis – Results are based on random sample of 6,000+ U.S. Honeywell Home ENERGY STAR thermostat users, in 2023, who adopted a schedule routine, incorporating the default schedule setpoints at least 14 days in a monthly period. It compares users' scheduled setpoints, following the default schedule setpoints, to their own comfort baseline setpoint during both heating and cooling modes.

**December 2024 Smart Home Installation Survey – Results are based on the responses of 2,000+ adult homeowners, ages 25 and older, living in the U.S. who completed an online survey.

Media Contact:
Sarah Reckard
Resideo Global Communications Leader
sarah.reckard@resideo.com

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FAQ

When will the Honeywell Home X2S smart thermostat (REZI) be available for purchase?

The Honeywell Home X2S smart thermostat will be available in U.S. and Canadian retail stores in Spring 2025.

How much does the new Honeywell Home X2S smart thermostat cost?

The Honeywell Home X2S smart thermostat will retail for $79.99 (U.S. MSRP).

What energy savings can users expect from the Honeywell Home X2S smart thermostat?

Users can save on average 22% on heating and 17% on cooling HVAC energy consumption when using the recommended scheduling feature consistently.

Which smart home platforms is the Honeywell Home X2S compatible with?

The thermostat is compatible with Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Apple Home, and can be controlled via Resideo's First Alert app.

What are the key features of REZI's new Honeywell Home X2S smart thermostat?

Key features include Matter compatibility, automatic away mode, indoor air quality monitoring, humidity tracking, filter replacement reminders, and compatibility with most HVAC systems.