Shopping for a smart thermostat in the thermostats, HVAC controls, and sensors aisle can feel like a puzzle when two open-box items look nearly identical. That's the case here: the Commercial Electric Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Enabled Smart Programmable Thermostat at $34.99 and the CE Smart Programmable Thermostat Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Enabled Powered by Hubspace at $29.99. Both are white, open-box, made in China, and share the same GTIN-so you're likely comparing two presentations of the same Hubspace-powered thermostat rather than two distinct models. The real question is which product makes more sense for your purchase.
Quick verdict
If you're choosing purely on listed price, the CE Smart at $29.99 is the straightforward pick. The $34.99 Commercial Electric model adds listed details like included mounting hardware and 2-stage heating/cooling specs, but the core thermostat is essentially the same. If those explicit details matter to you, pay the $5 difference. If not, the $29.99 option is the more economical choice.
| Comparison | Commercial Electric Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Smart Programmable Thermostat | CE Smart Programmable Thermostat Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Powered by Hubspace |
|---|---|---|
| Listed price | USD 34.99 | USD 29.99 |
| Condition | Open box | Open box |
| Color | White | White |
| Control style | Digital, Wi-Fi | Not specified |
| Heating/cooling | 2 heat / 2 cool | 2-stage system type |
| Included items | Mounting hardware | Not specified |
| Display dimensions | Not specified | 4.72 in x 3.54 in |
Where each product wins
- The Commercial Electric model wins for shoppers who want a description that spells out included mounting hardware and 2-stage heating/cooling.
- The CE Smart model wins on listed price and includes display dimensions, which can help you gauge fit against your current thermostat.
Commercial Electric Wi-Fi and Bluetooth Enabled Smart Programmable Thermostat
The $34.99 Commercial Electric option is the more detailed of the two. Its description says the item is open box and in like-new condition but missing the User Manual; the spec sheet lists 2 heat stages, 2 cool stages, and mounting hardware as included items. If you're planning a DIY installation, having those details spelled out can be reassuring. The limitation is the higher price and the missing manual-though the thermostat also carries the Hubspace name, so the app-based setup guidance may be enough for many owners. For a buyer who prefers having the listed hardware and stage specs before ordering, this is the one to choose.
CE Smart Programmable Thermostat Wi-Fi/Bluetooth Enabled Powered by Hubspace
The $29.99 CE Smart model is the lower-priced route to the same Hubspace-powered thermostat. It is also open box, white, and made in China, and it includes display dimensions (4.72 by 3.54 inches) that the costlier model doesn't state. The product description mentions installation in 30 minutes or less, custom schedules and presets, and voice control with Google and Alexa-useful context if you want to know how the thermostat fits into a smart-home setup. The limitation is that this option doesn't call out included mounting hardware or heat/cool stage counts, so you're getting fewer box-content details along with the lower price.
Final choice by use case
Pick the CE Smart at $29.99 if you want the lower listed price and can work with an open-box item whose included accessories aren't detailed. Pick the Commercial Electric at $34.99 if you want the product that explicitly notes mounting hardware and 2-stage heating/cooling specs. For most buyers comparing these two, the $29.99 CE Smart is the logical default unless those extra listed details are important to you.
