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strip down the nests high res display and substantial metal hardware and you end up with the one hundred and sixty nine dollar thermostat II the e is the opposite of showy yet it's frosted lower res screen and off-white plastic finish we're designed with purpose both to lower the overall cost and to be a more subtle addition to your home at the same time the e isn't a Wallflower it's a truly unique counterpoint to the pricier and flashy ernesta most at nests e also supports almost all of the same smart features from its integrated learning algorithm to remote access from the app or a Google or Amazon voice control speaker the main thing you won't find here is Farsight which lets you view the current indoor temperature the weather forecasts and more straight from the Nest Learning Thermostat screen but that brings up an important point if you have less than stellar eyesight the e might not be your best option however charming it's watercolor painting inspired design is this thermostat has four fewer wire terminals as well meaning it won't work with quite as many HVAC systems so make sure to check compatibility before you buy while nests II was clearly inspired by the Learning Thermostat it stands alone as an attractive yet discreet device that can easily handle your home's heating and cooling needs and all for 80 bucks less