Britons are preparing for a rise in their monthly expenses as the energy price cap hike takes effect this month. Starting from October 1, the price cap for gas and electricity has increased to £1,755 annually for an average household, up by 2% from the previous cap of £1,720 set from July 1 to September 30. Gas prices have surged to 6.29p per kWh with a daily standing charge of 34.03p, while electricity rates now stand at 26.35p per kWh with a daily standing charge of 53.68p.
Amid these adjustments, consumers on Amazon have found a way to reduce their heating costs by utilizing the Meross Smart Thermostat to manage their electric underfloor heating. This cost-effective device is currently discounted by over 20% ahead of Amazon’s Prime Big Deal Days, dropping from £59.99 to £47.49.
The Meross Smart Thermostat empowers individuals to effectively control their heating expenses with features like energy monitoring, remote temperature adjustments, and multi-room control. It allows users to schedule underfloor heating for up to eight intervals daily, such as warming up in the morning or upon returning home from work, and offers insights into daily and weekly energy consumption through the Meross app.
Crafted with air and floor sensors ensuring accuracy within 0.5 °C and a temperature range of 5-35 °C for precise control, the thermostat helps prevent overheating of wooden floors and maintains consistent home temperatures. Additionally, it automatically stops heating when an open window is detected to prevent energy wastage, potentially reducing costs by up to 30%, as reported by the manufacturer.
Featuring a glass touch panel, child lock function, and a hassle-free setup with a step-by-step video guide, the thermostat is compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for hands-free control. It requires 2.4GHz WiFi, embedded installation with a standard 86mm or 67mm box, and a power supply with live and neutral wires. However, it does not support the control of heating or hot water systems, a function offered by alternatives like the Hive Thermostat for Heating and Hot Water Control (£155).
As colder months approach, alternative heating options include Dunelm’s 2000W Oil Filled Radiator priced at £49, costing 45p per hour to operate, and Argos’ plug-in heater known for being more cost-effective than central heating, priced at just 13p an hour.
Many Amazon customers have turned to the Meross Smart Thermostat to manage their energy bills, giving the device a 4.4-star rating based on nearly 600 reviews. Customers have praised its ease of installation, cost-saving scheduling features, remote control capabilities, and precise temperature monitoring functions.
While the majority of users have lauded the thermostat’s performance, some have experienced connectivity issues, especially when integrated with Apple Home. However, others have found it to be a significant upgrade from their previous thermostats, citing easy installation and improved functionality.
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