Best Programmable Thermostat: Honeywell TH8110U1003

We've evaluated Honeywell Thermostats' entire thermostat catalog to determine the best thermostat model. The Honeywell TH8110U1003 VisionPro universal programmable thermostat is the best thermostat overall for residential use.

Works with Heating Systems

This Honeywell thermostat is universally compatible with gas, oil, electric, or heat pump heating and cooling systems. This versatility makes the Honeywell TH8110 a great choice for conventional use in homes.

Touchscreen Interface

Operate and program the Honeywell VisionPro thermostat with the touch of a finger, using the responsive touchscreen.

Digital Display

The Honeywell VisionPro features a large, clear digital display and easy-to-read menu, with a backlight for nighttime visibility.

Real Time Clock

Clock automatically adjusts for daylight savings and maintains settings through power failure, so programmable thermostat settings stick.

7 Day Settings

Program the Honeywell TH8110 to fit your schedule, with four time periods that can be customized seven days per week. Set time periods for when you wake up, leave for the day, come home in the evening, and go to sleep.

Hold Settings

Temporarily turn off programmed settings with one-touch override and vacation mode.

Energy Efficient

The Honeywell TH8110 is EnergyStar listed, with innovations to reduce energy use when heating and cooling.

Menu Driven Programming

An intuitive menu makes the Honeywell VisionPro simple to program by responding to user choices. The thermostat detaches from the wall for armchair programming.

Checkup Reminders

Change and check reminders let you know when to replace filters, change batteries, or seek maintenance.

Extra Options

The Honeywell TH8110U1003 VisionPro displays humidity, an upgraded model allows for dehumidification control. Additional upgrades include remote or outdoor temperature sensors. As a base model, the Honeywell VisionPro is versatile enough for almost any home configuration. Select upgraded thermostat models can monitor additional heating, cooling, and fan systems.

Technical Details

The Honeywell VisionPro thermostat mounts horizontally to the wall and connects to terminals R, RC, C, W (OB), Y, G, S1, and S2. It can be battery powered or hardwired. This particular programmable thermostat can operate one heating and one cooling option. The Thermistor sensor element allows for precise temperature control with a +/- 1° F margin of error.

Aesthetics

The TH8110U1003 VisionPro comes in Honeywell's Premier White, for a clean, neutral statement. It measures 1.25'' L x 6'' W x 4.56'' H with a 10 square inch digital touchscreen. The Honeywell TH8110 programmable thermostat's compact design takes up very little wall space.