Buy a smart thermostat on sale and save money on your energy bill

As temperatures continue to climb the further we get into summer, you might notice your electric bill also going up as you run your A/C. A smart thermostat can help you optimize temperature control, which will in turn help you save money and energy.

As of July 13, there are a couple smart WiFi thermostats on sale at Amazon and Best Buy.

Get more than your average thermostat with this one from Honeywell. Its customizable touchscreen displays local weather, indoor and outdoor temperatures, and humidity levels. The thermostat will send you alerts like air filter change reminders, humidifier pad replacement reminders, high/low temperature warnings, and status of internet connection.

It also has programming options based on your utility company to help you get the best pricing rate while running your heat or air conditioning. There’s a connected app that allows you to control your thermostat remotely and receive alerts while you’re away from home.

Detect extreme temperature and humidity levels in your home and receive alerts with this smart thermostat. It has flexible scheduling and geofencing features to cut back on energy, saving you money. It also has a mobile app that gives you remote control of the thermostat from wherever you are.

Using thousands of data points, this smart thermostat has an energy-saving algorithm that will also save you money. The compatible app will send you alerts about room temperature, online status, and filter replacements.