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Posted 5 September 2022
Tado v3+ Black Edition Starter Kit smart thermostat intro offer - £99.99 (Free Collection) @ Screwfix
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Screwfix are apparently the exclusive dealer for the new black Tado, and they're selling it at half RRP, and cheaper than I've seen the white edition for anywhere (white version is currently £139.99 at Amazon).
These are well reviewed smart thermostats, and simple to self-install I'm told (I'll be finding out soon enough as I have one on order!)
P&P is free unless you want a shorter delivery window then it's £5
Info added by @Yasmin26
Tado Wireless Smart Thermostat V3+ Starter Kit - Official Website
Description
Works with combi, system and conventional boilers, as well as wet underfloor heating systems and some oil boilers. Includes receiver, which allows smart thermostat to operate wirelessly. Schedule and control heating and hot water from anywhere using the Tado app, which also provides insights and reports about home and energy savings. Compatible with Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit and Google Assistant, for voice control over heating and hot water, as well as integrating it into routines with other smart home devices.
SPECIFICATION
Batteries Supplied/Required: 3 x AAA Batteries Supplied
Brand: Tado
Central Heating Control Type: Thermostats
Colour: Black
Communication Protocol: On/Off
Compatible Boiler Type: All Boilers
Control Operation: Digital
Display Type: LED Display
ERP Control Class: Class IV
Fixings Supplied: Fixings Supplied
Frequency Range: 868 MHz
Frost Protection: Frost Protection
Heating System Mode: Heating & Hot Water
Manufacturer Guarantee: 1 Year Guarantee
Max. Load (Inductive): 1 A
Max. Load (Resistive): 3 A
Model Name: V3+ Black Edition
Model No: V3P-SK-WTS01BWRP01IB01-TC-UK
Network Standards: 6LoWPAN
Pack Size: 1
Pieces in Pack/Case: 1
Product Type: Smart Thermostat Starter Kit
Programme Facility: 7 Day & 24 Hour Programmable
Receiver Included: Receiver Included
Receiver Mount Type: Fits Custom Backplate
Receiver Power Source: Mains-Powered
Receiver Voltage: 230 V AC
Sensor Type: Humidistat
Smart Compatibility: Smart
Smart Hub Requirement: Smart Hub Included, Internet Connection Required
Suitable for Underfloor Heating: Suitable for Underfloor Heating
Switching Type: SPDT
Temperature Range: 5-25 °C
Terminal Capacity: Terminals accept up to 1mm² cable
Thermostat Mount Type: Fits Custom Backplate
Thermostat Power Source: Battery-Powered
Wireless/Wired: Wireless
Wireless Range (Max.): 100m
Wireless Range Restrictions: Electronic interference from appliances or physical obstruction, such as brick walls, metal frames and floors, can reduce the wireless range. A signal weakens every time it encounters an obstruction.
PRODUCT CONTENTS
Thermostat, wireless receiver, internet bridge, AAA batteries (3), 2 x 2 wall mounting screws, 2 x 2 wall plugs, sticky pads (2), 4-wire cable, insulators (4), bridging wires (2), terminal connectors (3), USB power supply, UK power adaptor, USB cable, Ethernet cable and labels for wiring (2).
Instruction Manual (PDF)
Reviews
Tech Advisor
Useful Links
These are well reviewed smart thermostats, and simple to self-install I'm told (I'll be finding out soon enough as I have one on order!)
P&P is free unless you want a shorter delivery window then it's £5
Info added by @Yasmin26
Tado Wireless Smart Thermostat V3+ Starter Kit - Official Website
Description
Works with combi, system and conventional boilers, as well as wet underfloor heating systems and some oil boilers. Includes receiver, which allows smart thermostat to operate wirelessly. Schedule and control heating and hot water from anywhere using the Tado app, which also provides insights and reports about home and energy savings. Compatible with Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit and Google Assistant, for voice control over heating and hot water, as well as integrating it into routines with other smart home devices.
- Works with - Amazon Alexa - Apple HomeKit - Google Home - iOS App - Android App
- 5-25°C Temperature Range
- Suitable for All Boilers
- Battery-Powered Thermostat
- Mains-Powered Receiver
- LED Display
- Geofencing
- Open Window Detection
- Weather Adaption & Air Comfort
- Smart Hub Included, Internet Connection Required
SPECIFICATION
Batteries Supplied/Required: 3 x AAA Batteries Supplied
Brand: Tado
Central Heating Control Type: Thermostats
Colour: Black
Communication Protocol: On/Off
Compatible Boiler Type: All Boilers
Control Operation: Digital
Display Type: LED Display
ERP Control Class: Class IV
Fixings Supplied: Fixings Supplied
Frequency Range: 868 MHz
Frost Protection: Frost Protection
Heating System Mode: Heating & Hot Water
Manufacturer Guarantee: 1 Year Guarantee
Max. Load (Inductive): 1 A
Max. Load (Resistive): 3 A
Model Name: V3+ Black Edition
Model No: V3P-SK-WTS01BWRP01IB01-TC-UK
Network Standards: 6LoWPAN
Pack Size: 1
Pieces in Pack/Case: 1
Product Type: Smart Thermostat Starter Kit
Programme Facility: 7 Day & 24 Hour Programmable
Receiver Included: Receiver Included
Receiver Mount Type: Fits Custom Backplate
Receiver Power Source: Mains-Powered
Receiver Voltage: 230 V AC
Sensor Type: Humidistat
Smart Compatibility: Smart
Smart Hub Requirement: Smart Hub Included, Internet Connection Required
Suitable for Underfloor Heating: Suitable for Underfloor Heating
Switching Type: SPDT
Temperature Range: 5-25 °C
Terminal Capacity: Terminals accept up to 1mm² cable
Thermostat Mount Type: Fits Custom Backplate
Thermostat Power Source: Battery-Powered
Wireless/Wired: Wireless
Wireless Range (Max.): 100m
Wireless Range Restrictions: Electronic interference from appliances or physical obstruction, such as brick walls, metal frames and floors, can reduce the wireless range. A signal weakens every time it encounters an obstruction.
PRODUCT CONTENTS
Thermostat, wireless receiver, internet bridge, AAA batteries (3), 2 x 2 wall mounting screws, 2 x 2 wall plugs, sticky pads (2), 4-wire cable, insulators (4), bridging wires (2), terminal connectors (3), USB power supply, UK power adaptor, USB cable, Ethernet cable and labels for wiring (2).
Instruction Manual (PDF)
Reviews
Tech Advisor
Useful Links
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Edited by a community support team member, 6 September 2022
356 Comments
sorted by1. I currently have a wireless control unit (RF) that has a receiver wired to the boiler. Would it be a simple case of replacing the current RF receiver with the new receiver using the same wiring?
2. Does this come with everything I need to control my heating through an app... wifi hub etc?
3. Would this be equal to or better than a Hive as i've been looking at getting one of those for a while.
Thanks!
I can't speak as to how this compares to Hive etc. What I like about it is that is works with both high and low voltage systems which I believe Hive also does but not Nest.
•Previously had Hive, which I needed installation for
•Boiler is a combi with controls on the boiler itself now
Worth noting that there is a Python script that will give you automated geofencing and window alert for free if you are running a home server or you can use Home Assistant to control it locally. . (edited)
Anyone know if this turns the boiler on for short bursts to reach desired temperature or does the boiler produce heat constantly? (edited)
Currently got a combi boiler with a non smart thermostat mounted on the wall. (I am guessing this is wired??, Turn dial type)
Well we hate the location of our current thermostat as it's in the coldest part of the house. Can I use this kit?
The wired and wireless kit part is becoming confusing when reading the details
Thanks
You have to ask yourself how often do you go round manually adjusting each radiator? Obviously everyone is different but this was his experience of installing many systems.
Never. That's the point of these, they do all the adjusting for you. I have different schedules set for each room, and as others have said, it turns off when the house is empty, and starts to warm it up when you are on your way home.
Without this, I'd probably just leave all the radiators on in the rooms which need heat (never adjusting them manually during the day), and it would heat on a daily schedule which would be wasted if the house is empty of an evening etc.
I have only just fitted mine in preparation for Winter and I can see some real savings ahead. (edited)
I subscribe in winter, don't bother in summer as boiler is only on for water.
I have home assistant which takes over these functions for free, but needs some setup. (edited)
Fitted it on Sunday. Straight forward enough if you are comfortable with DIY. Instructions via the app are very good.
I don’t have a room stat on my heating and hot water system (not combi) and use a simple Honeywell programmer and TRV’s on each rad. Is this simple to install as I don’t have a room stat to wire to.
Thanks
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thermostat is wireless and can go in whatever room you want
use the tado website for more idea on what you need for your system. (edited)
As someone who's fairly into home automation, its a golden rule for me that "critical stuff" (basically lighting and heating) can't be reliant on cloud / external services to opersate in the manner of a dumb equivalent - I have no issue with apps adding *extra* flexibility and options, but the basic functions (and scheduled heating is pretty basic) can't be reliant on that.
Right now I'm planning to go the Drayton Wiser route - not as pretty as this, but it has full local control on top of the app support, and no subscription charges (which are admittedly pretty modest).
Still its a great deal, so best of luck to those that go this route.
New (to me) house was a new build in 2016, and like many new builds seem to have, had the Danfoss system installed (TP9000 controller downstairs, TP2 sensor in hallway, and TP5000 thermostat upstairs). House has an Ideal Logic 15 condensor boiler, water tank and solar panel which is primary heat source for the water tank, then using boiler as top up/back up.
Followed the instructions on the Tado App to install each item (wired thermstat was straghtforward as had done before), and it all worked pretty much straight away (apart from one sensor dropping connection, but seems stable now).
My system swaps were as follows:
Danfoss TP9000 - Tado Wireless Receiver (part of Black edition kit)
Danfoss TP2 Sensor - Tado Wireless Temperature Sensor (part of Black edition kit)
Danfoss TP5000 Room Thermostat - Tado Smart (Wired) Thermostat (already owned).
Used the new Internet Bridge from the black edition kit, and that was the issue, getting my old smart thermostat to pair with it, but got there in the end.
Having used Tado for over a year now, I like being able to control the heating and don't have to worry about switching it off/on with geo-fencing, and with the energy prices going up, looking to save what I can and not waste heating/hot water now.
Also, had very few instances where the tado server has gone down and left me having to manually control the heating. If it has ever dropped, its been for moments, not hours or longer. (edited)
Would appreciate any input from someone in the know. Thanks!
However go for Drayton Wiser
You still have better scheduling and can use geo-fencing to work out if your out or on your way home etc to turn the boiler off and back on again.
they also produce a monthly report one energy usage and how much Tado has saved through use.
As well as the energy savings, you need to factor in the convenience and granular controla smart heating system gives you
My system has a unit in the boiler cupboard and then thermostat in the hall, will this be a straight forward install? Can’t find any videos or guides with a setup like this.
I was lucky in that I bought my Tado system several years ago and when I had a new Vaillant boiler installed a year or so ago I could connect the wireless receiver to the boiler using the low-powered eBUS connections and I get full modulation. It's a shame in that Tado is the only third party product able to work with Vaillant eBUS - apart from in the UK. (edited)
The idea of needing an internet connection and all your functions stored on Tado servers and not locally controlled was the deal breaker for me.
One gripe I have with tado is that when the temperature gets near its target in a room the system partly opens any radiator thermostats in that room. In theory this means it has more granular control, but in practice it means its running the boiler to heat a single room and then throttling the water flow into the radiator in that room. Completely nuts and I can't find any way to disable this.