Editor’s note: Originally published December 2020. Reviewed and updated November 2026. Some models mentioned here may have been updated or discontinued since; check current availability and specifications before buying.
Quick answer
- Honeywell thermostats fall into four groups: smart, Wi-Fi, programmable and non-programmable.
- Smart models add voice control, geofencing or schedule learning; Wi-Fi models add app control; programmable models run a schedule without an app.
- Every model listed here was described by the manufacturer as heat-pump compatible, but always confirm compatibility with your own HVAC system.
- If you are home most of the time and just want a steady setting, a basic non-programmable model may be all you need.
The right Honeywell thermostat depends on how much control you want. If you just want to hold a set temperature, a basic non-programmable model will do. If you want the thermostat to follow a schedule, adjust from your phone or learn your routine, step up to a programmable, Wi-Fi or smart model.
This guide sorts Honeywell’s lineup into those four groups and summarizes each model’s listed features so you can narrow the choice quickly. For a broader look across brands, see our general thermostat buying guide.
Thermostat types at a glance
| Type | Scheduling | Remote/app control | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smart | Yes, some learn your routine or use location | Yes, plus voice assistants on most models | Connected homes and irregular schedules |
| Wi-Fi | Yes (7-day on most models) | Yes, via smartphone or computer | Adjusting the temperature while away |
| Programmable | Yes (7-day, 5-2 or 5-1-1) | No | Predictable weekly routines |
| Non-programmable | No | No | Simple, manual control |
Honeywell smart thermostats
Honeywell’s smart thermostats can be programmed and adjusted remotely, and most work with Alexa or other smart home platforms. Some also adapt to your schedule using location-based control, so the temperature adjusts even when you do something unexpected.
Honeywell RTH9580WF
A Wi-Fi smart thermostat built around a customizable color touchscreen. You can change the screen’s background color to match your decor, and the screen locks when not in use. Honeywell lists it as easy to set up and compatible with most home heating and cooling systems.
Listed specifications
- Customizable color touchscreen with screen lock
- Works with Alexa voice control
- Energy-saving programmable mode
- Heat pump compatible; not compatible with electric baseboard heat (120–240 V)
Pros
- Color touchscreen you can personalize
- Alexa voice control
- Compatible with most HVAC systems
Cons
- Not for electric baseboard heat
Honeywell RCHT8610WF2006 Lyric T5
The Lyric T5 can follow a schedule you program or adapt to your day with location-based temperature control, so it can ease off while you are away and recover before you get home. You can control it from your smartphone, and it works with Honeywell’s Lyric family of products. See our full Honeywell Lyric T5 review.
Listed specifications
- Schedule-based or location-based (geofencing) control
- Smartphone control from anywhere
- Works with the Honeywell Lyric product family
- Heat pump compatible; supports single-stage, 2-stage and 3-stage heating combinations
Pros
- Adjusts automatically based on your location
- Broad multi-stage system support
Cons
- Location features depend on your phone and app being set up
Honeywell TH9320WF5003 WiFi 9000
This model combines a high-definition color touchscreen with a simple 7-day program. The display shows indoor and outdoor temperature and humidity, time and date, and system status, and you can change the screen color. You can monitor and control it from anywhere using the app. Compare it with the 8000 series in our Honeywell 8000 vs 9000 article.
Listed specifications
- High-definition color touchscreen with selectable colors
- 7-day programming
- Displays indoor/outdoor temperature and humidity, time, date and system status
- Energy-saving mode; ENERGY STAR certified
- 5-year limited warranty
- Heat pump compatible
Pros
- Information-rich color display
- ENERGY STAR certified
- 5-year limited warranty
Cons
- Fewer smart-home extras than the voice-enabled models
Honeywell RTH9585WF1004/W
A color touchscreen smart thermostat that works with Amazon Alexa. Its screen shows easy-to-read numbers and text, including local weather and indoor and outdoor humidity. Flexible programming lets you set it to your schedule.
Listed specifications
- Customizable color touchscreen
- Works with Amazon Alexa
- Alerts for air filter and humidifier pad changes, high/low temperatures and internet connection status
- ENERGY STAR certified
- Heat pump compatible
Pros
- Useful maintenance and temperature alerts
- Shows local weather and humidity
- Alexa voice control
Cons
- No location-based control listed
Honeywell Wi-Fi thermostats
Wi-Fi thermostats connect to your home network so you can monitor and control them remotely. Some are also smart and work with home automation systems, but not every Wi-Fi model is smart; some simply add remote control through an app.
Honeywell RTH6580WF
A 7-day programmable Wi-Fi thermostat you can control from anywhere. Honeywell lists Smart Response and precision temperature control, simple setup and compatibility with most home systems. Read our full Honeywell RTH6580WF review.
Listed specifications
- 7-day programming, configurable for other schedules
- Works with Alexa, Google Assistant and other smart home platforms
- Smart Response technology
- Heat pump compatible
Pros
- Flexible scheduling
- Works with major voice assistants
- Compatible with most systems
Cons
- Basic display compared with the color touchscreen models
Honeywell RTH8580WF
This Wi-Fi model can be accessed from Apple or Android devices and is listed as compatible with almost any system. 7-day programming lets you set a separate schedule for each day, and Smart Response technology pre-heats or pre-cools so the house is comfortable when you get home.
Listed specifications
- 7-day programming with separate daily schedules
- App control on Apple and Android
- Smart Response pre-heating and pre-cooling
- Heat pump compatible
Pros
- Wide system compatibility
- Per-day scheduling
Cons
- No touchscreen or color display
Honeywell TH8321WF1001 Wi-Fi VisionPro 8000
A straightforward Wi-Fi thermostat you can control from a computer, tablet or smartphone. If you come home early, you can adjust it remotely so the house is comfortable when you arrive. It can also connect to Alexa or other smart home systems.
Listed specifications
- 7-day multiple-day programming
- Remote control via computer, tablet or smartphone
- Works with Alexa and other smart home systems
- Heat pump compatible
Pros
- Simple remote scheduling changes
- Smart home integration
Cons
- Not a color touchscreen
- No temperature-extreme alerts
Honeywell RET97E5D1005/U Wi-Fi
This Wi-Fi model can be controlled from Apple or Android devices or a computer, and it adapts to your schedule so it heats or cools at the right time. It also lets you manage multiple thermostats, which suits larger homes, multi-zone systems or a small business.
Listed specifications
- Remote control via smartphone or computer
- Automatic changeover between heating and cooling
- Automatic software updates
- Multi-thermostat management
- Heat pump compatible
Pros
- Auto changeover between heat and cool
- Manages several thermostats
- Updates itself automatically
Cons
- Fewer display details listed than the color models
Honeywell programmable thermostats
Programmable thermostats follow a schedule you set. Depending on the model, you can set every day separately (7-day), weekdays plus weekend (5-2), or weekdays plus separate Saturday and Sunday settings (5-1-1). Most let you override the schedule when your plans change.
Honeywell TH8110U1003 VisionPro 8000
Menu-driven programming makes this model straightforward to set up, and its large backlit display is easy to read in any light. Multiple hold options let you override the schedule when needed.
Listed specifications
- 7-day programming
- Large backlit display
- Filter and battery service reminders
- Multiple hold options
- Heat pump compatible
Pros
- Easy menu-driven setup
- Helpful service reminders
Cons
- No remote control
- No color display options
Honeywell TH6210U2001 T6 Pro
An intuitive menu makes this 7-day thermostat simple to program, and the large backlit digital display is clear in any lighting. Reminders tell you when to replace the battery or filter.
Listed specifications
- 7-day programming
- Large backlit digital display
- Battery and filter reminders
- Multiple hold options
- Heat pump compatible
Pros
- Easy to program
- Clear backlit display
Cons
- Manual programming only, no app access
- No color options
Honeywell RTH6450D1009/E1 5-1-1-Day
A budget-friendly programmable model with a large backlit display and soft-touch buttons. It sets one schedule for weekdays and separate settings for Saturday and Sunday. If you are shopping on a tight budget, also see our budget thermostat guide.
Listed specifications
- 5-1-1 day programming
- Large backlit display with soft-touch buttons
- Automatic changeover from heat to cool
- Heat pump compatible
Pros
- Affordable and user-friendly
- Auto heat/cool changeover
Cons
- Not smart; doesn’t connect to phones or home systems
Honeywell TB8220U1003 VisionPro 8000
This touchscreen model has a large backlit display and menu-driven programming. Its real-time clock adjusts automatically for daylight saving time and keeps time during power failures. “Armchair programming” lets you take the thermostat off the wall to program it.
Listed specifications
- Touchscreen with large backlit display
- Real-time clock with automatic daylight saving updates
- Keeps time during power failures
- Removable faceplate for armchair programming
- Heat pump compatible
Pros
- Program it from your chair
- Clock survives power outages
Cons
- No smartphone control
- Colors not changeable
Honeywell TH6220 FocusPro 6000
An affordable model that offers either 5-1-1 or 5-2 day programming. Its large backlit display is easy to read, and adaptive intelligent recovery is designed to reach the programmed temperature at the programmed time.
Listed specifications
- 5-1-1 or 5-2 day programming
- Large backlit display
- Adaptive intelligent recovery
- Heat pump compatible
Pros
- Choice of weekday/weekend schedules
- Reaches set temperature on schedule
Cons
- No touchscreen, color options or remote control
Honeywell non-programmable thermostats
If you are usually home and happy to adjust the temperature yourself, a non-programmable thermostat is the simplest and most affordable option. These models hold a set temperature, switch between heating, cooling and fan, and show the current and set temperatures at all times.
Honeywell TH3110D1008
A no-frills thermostat with a clear backlit digital display showing both current and set temperatures. Soft-touch buttons adjust the temperature, and simple switches handle fan and system settings.
Listed specifications
- Backlit digital display
- Shows current and set temperature
- Soft-touch buttons; fan and system switches
- Heat pump compatible
Pros
- Very simple to use
- Easy-to-read display
Cons
- No scheduling
Honeywell RTH5100B1025
A manual thermostat with a large, easy-to-read backlit display that shows the current temperature, the setting, and the fan and system status. Everything is controlled with soft-touch buttons.
Listed specifications
- Large backlit display
- Shows current temperature, set point, fan and system settings
- Soft-touch button controls
- Heat pump compatible
Pros
- Listed as easy to install
- All settings visible at a glance
Cons
- No scheduling
Honeywell RTH3100C1002/E1
An affordable, mercury-free thermostat with a backlit display, soft-touch buttons and simple fan and system switches. The original listing described it for heat pump systems with auxiliary heat, so check that it matches your system before buying.
Listed specifications
- Backlit display
- Soft-touch buttons; fan and system switches
- Mercury-free
- Listed for heat pumps with auxiliary heat
Pros
- Budget-friendly
- Simple controls
Cons
- Narrower system compatibility than other basic models
Honeywell TH5220D1029 FocusPro 5000
A basic model with a large backlit display and precise temperature control. A flip-out door gives access to the batteries without removing the thermostat from the wall.
Listed specifications
- Large backlit display
- Flip-out battery door
- Heat pump compatible
Pros
- Easy battery replacement
- Readable display
Cons
- No scheduling
Honeywell TH3210D1004
A manual thermostat that shows both the current and set temperature on a backlit digital display. You slide a switch between heat and cool and press soft buttons to change the temperature.
Listed specifications
- Backlit digital display
- Shows current and set temperature
- Slide switch for heat/cool mode
- Heat pump compatible
Pros
- Straightforward operation
- Clear display
Cons
- No scheduling
Which type should you choose?
- Choose smart if you want voice control or a thermostat that adapts to your location, such as the Lyric T5 or RTH9585WF.
- Choose Wi-Fi if you mainly want to adjust the temperature from your phone, such as the RTH6580WF or RTH8580WF.
- Choose programmable if your week is predictable and you don’t need an app, such as the T6 Pro or FocusPro 6000.
- Choose non-programmable if you are home most of the time and want the simplest control.
Still deciding between brands? Our Ecobee vs Nest comparison covers two popular smart alternatives.
Bottom line
Honeywell makes a thermostat for nearly every need, from basic manual models to color touchscreen smart thermostats with voice control. Start by picking the type that matches how you live, then compare the listed features within that group and confirm compatibility with your HVAC system.
FAQ
What is the difference between a Wi-Fi and a smart thermostat?
A Wi-Fi thermostat lets you monitor and control it remotely. A smart thermostat goes further, working with home automation systems and, on some models, adapting to your schedule or location. Not every Wi-Fi thermostat is smart.
What does 5-1-1 programming mean?
It means one schedule for Monday through Friday, plus separate schedules for Saturday and Sunday. 5-2 programming uses one schedule for weekdays and one for the weekend.
Do these Honeywell thermostats work with heat pumps?
The manufacturer listed all of the models in this guide as heat pump compatible, with some limitations (for example, the RTH9580WF does not support electric baseboard heat). Always confirm compatibility with your specific system.
