Compare the Tado X to the Tado V3+ thermostats
Comparison Tado X and Tado V3+
Tado X | Tado V3+ | |
---|---|---|
Smart home platform | Matter, Thread, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa | Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa |
Touchscreen | Yes | No |
Connector | Wired, wirelessly | Wired, wirelessly |
Functions bridge | Internet connection, strengthens signal, Thread Border router | Internet connection |
Bridge connection | Wireless via socket | Wired via router |
Smart home integration
X: smart assistants, Matter and Thread
The biggest difference with the V3+ series is that the Tado X is also compatible with Matter and Thread. Matter is a way in which smart home devices communicate with each other. Thread provides a wireless network that connects these devices to each other. That way, you can connect devices from different brands to each other. The only condition is that they support Matter and Thread. This way, your Tado X thermostat can work together with your other smart devices seamlessly. Even if they don't use Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, or Amazon Alexa.
V3+: smart assistants
The Tado smart thermostats are compatible with your other smart devices, like your smart lighting. You can connect the Tado V3+ series to your other devices via the smart home platform you use at home. Tado works with Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, and Amazon Alexa. Add a smart speaker to your smart home system and change the temperature with your voice. As Siri to turn the temperature down, for example.
Bridge
X: Internet bridge, signal booster, and Thread router
You plug the Bridge X into a socket. This way, you can easily place it wherever you want. It also works as a Thread border router. This means that you can use this one device to connect all your Matter devices. Even if they're not from Tado. Lastly, the Bridge X increases the rang of your Matter devices. That way, your smart devices have a faster connection.
V3+: regular internet bridge
You connect your Tado thermostat to the internet via a bridge. You connect the V3+ bridge to your router via an Ethernet cable. This means it only works wired. This internet bridge doesn't have any extra functions. It can't create a stronger WiFi connection, for example.
Conclusion
The biggest difference between the old Tado V3+ series and the new Tado X series is the smart home integration. For example, Tado V3+ thermostats only work with smart home platforms like Apple HomeKit and Amazon Alexa. The thermostats from the X series are also compatible with Matter and Thread, so you can connect them to even more smart devices. The only condition is that these also support Matter and Thread.