Can Anyone Tell Me The Main Difference Between A Hive And A Hive Mini Please And If One Is Better Over The Other?

[mizfiesta]

Does it make much of a difference which one I purchase?

[Floko]

from google search....

Aside from the size, the key difference between the Hive Mini and its larger sibling is that the Mini offers less control at the thermostat itself. It displays the current temperature when you tap the centre O button and allows you to adjust the target temperature up and down using the up and down buttons.

[Peter Pedant]

floko love the avatar

[Floko]

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[Floko]

https://www.expertreviews.co.uk/home-garden/1415548/hive-thermostat-mini-review#

 

I hope someone can help you more 

[Hopkirk]

Bigger bees?

[mizfiesta]

Hopkirk....lol....

[Ellipsis]

I got Google Bard to write this ...

Both the Hive Mini and the Hive are smart thermostats that allow you to control your heating and hot water remotely from your smartphone or tablet. However, there are some key differences between the two models.

Size and Design

The Hive Mini is the smaller and more minimalist of the two models. It measures just 86mm x 86mm x 22mm, making it much smaller than the Hive, which measures 130mm x 130mm x 32mm. The Hive Mini also has a sleek, black design with a reflective finish, while the Hive has a more traditional white design with physical buttons.

Features

The Hive Mini has a more limited set of features than the Hive. It can be used to control your heating and hot water, but it does not have any of the following features:

* Geofencing: The Hive can use geofencing to automatically turn your heating on or off when you leave or arrive home.
* OpenTherm: OpenTherm is a communication protocol that allows your thermostat to communicate with your boiler more effectively, which can lead to more efficient heating.
* Hot water control: The Hive Mini can only control your heating, while the Hive can control both your heating and hot water.
* Price: The Hive Mini is the cheaper of the two models, RRP £89, while the Hive is RRP £179.

Overall

The Hive Mini is a good option for those who are looking for a basic and affordable smart thermostat. However, if you want more advanced features, such as geofencing and OpenTherm, then the Hive is a better choice.