Less than 2 weeks left until the old #Nest #thermostats go through their metamorphosis to become dumb thermostats.
Honestly, it might be a win for the owners in terms of #privacy. But if they want a wifi enabled thermostat that is open source and will never abandon them like this, please suggest a #HestiaPi.
You can make one yourself, buy a kit, or buy a prebuilt unit. If it ever breaks you can #repair it. If it doesn't do what you want, you can customize it. #FOSS #OpenSource #OpenHardware ❤️
I really don't like to have RF everywhere in my house. I akways seek to use cables. Is there some way to use Hestia without WiFi (dumb) or with cables?
Yes. It can be used without network capabilities.
The software works with an ethernet connection using a USB on-the-go adapter and USB ethernet adapter, and that's how I do development.
Unfortunately, there is a mechanical limitation that prevents the models that I make over ethernet. The connector for the LCD screen blocks access to the USB micro port.
If you go without a screen, you could use an USB ethernet adapter.
It'd be pretty weird to have a thermostat with no UI and it'd put you in a weird situation where a network outage would stop you from adjusting the thermostat, but it's doable.
In summary you've got three options for a WiFi-free HestiaPi:
- dumb thermostat
- screenless thermostat
- DIY hardware and using the HestiaPi software
By default the pi will serve up a wifi access point for the initial setup, but if you hop on the community forums, we can help you disable that.
