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How to Turn Off Eco Mode on Google Nest: 2 Easy Ways
Turn off the Home/Away Assist feature
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Published onJanuary 15, 2024
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Eco Modehas been a problematic control, with some saying that it keeps turning on automatically. So, users are looking for ways to permanently turn offEco Modeon Google Nest.
Why does Eco Mode keep turning on?Eco Modeis set to turn on when Google Nest detects that no one is home, if theHome/away assistsetting is enabled. This is done to conserve power. Also, if the sensor is broken or the device malfunctions,Eco Modemay automatically get activated.
How can I turn off Eco Mode on Google Nest thermostat?
Before we begin, touch the Google Nest screen, rotate the dial, and select theHeatingorCoolingmode. This will automatically disableEco Modeas long as a heating or cooling temperature is set. IfEco Modekeeps turning back on, try the methods listed next.
1. Via the Google Nest thermostat
If you want to turn offEco Modeon Google Nest without the app, the thermostat offers the option. Also, if this doesn’t work, you may consider clearing any stored schedules to avoid conflicts.
2. Use the Google Nest app
As per our experience, setting theModetoHeat/Coolinstead of simplyHeatorCoolpreventsEco Modefrom turning on automatically.
If you don’t yet have the Google Nest app, download it from the store:
Google Nest Thermostat is one of the best products in the market, but given the issues withEco Mode, many have ditched it for cheaper manual thermostats. Though you can get things working in no time with the right settings in place!
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