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Hive Mini Heating & Hot Water Thermostat reviews
Brand: Hive
Current — New UK retailer availability verified. Checked 31 Oct 2026, 04:23 UTC
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Manufacturer model code852033
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About the Hive Mini Heating & Hot Water Thermostat
Hive Mini Heating & Hot Water Thermostat is listed in the smart thermostats category. The recorded specifications include smart thermostat: Yes. This entry covers manufacturer model code 852033. Specifications relate to this exact source record; other editions or packages may differ.
For Hive Mini Heating & Hot Water Thermostat, the recorded details include smart thermostat: Yes; display type: Digital. Use these facts to narrow a shortlist, then compare the reviewers’ findings on the features that matter for your use.
- Smart thermostat
- Yes
- Display type
- Digital
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4.50 / 5Original rating: 4.5 / 5
Reviewed thermostat model: Hive Thermostat Mini Heating and Hot Water. The reviewed configuration supports heating and hot water. Colour, quantity or bundled accessories may differ; this review does not establish that the exact package was tested.
Read the full review ↗Checked 12 Oct 2026
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3.00 / 5Original rating: 3 / 5
Reviewed thermostat model: Hive Thermostat Mini Heating and Hot Water. The reviewed configuration supports heating and hot water. Colour, quantity or bundled accessories may differ; this review does not establish that the exact package was tested.
Read the full review ↗Checked 12 Oct 2026
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Hive Mini Heating & Hot Water Thermostat specifications
Manufacturer model code: 852033 · Verified UK retailer product record · Checked 12 Oct 2026. Specifications belong to this exact model.
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| Smart thermostat | Yes |
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| Display type | Digital |
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Power & battery1 detail
| Thermostat power source | 4 AAA batteries |
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Controls & features4 details
| App control | Hive app |
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| Thermostat family | Mini |
| Control application | Heating and hot water |
| Thermostat connection | Wireless |
Design & dimensions2 details
| Product type | Smart room thermostat |
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| Ingress protection | IP20 |
Further product details1 detail
| Required hub | Hive Hub (included) |
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Packaging & supplied accessories1 detail
| Package type | Thermostat kit with Hive Hub |
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What is the listed smart thermostat for Hive Mini Heating & Hot Water Thermostat?
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