HomeKit Any HomeKit compatible space heaters?

[mk313]

Is anyone aware of a space heater that is HomeKit compatible? I can't seem to find anything online. There was one baseboard heater that was, but it's been discontinued. I'm guessing from the lack of google results that this is not a thing, but figured I'd check just in case I missed one somehow.

 

[Genelec8341]

I would also like to know!

 

[BigBlur]

I doubt it...at least not in the US. There's a US regulation (UL 1278) that prevents being able to control heaters remotely without physical presence. I have a Dyson heater where the heat controls are disabled in their app, but is allowed in other countries.

You would probably have to get a dumb heater (one that is controlled by physical knobs and turns on when plugged in) and a smart plug that can handle the load.

 

[mk313]

I doubt it...at least not in the US. There's a US regulation (UL 1278) that prevents being able to control heaters remotely without physical presence. I have a Dyson heater where the heat controls are disabled in their app, but is allowed in other countries.

You would probably have to get a dumb heater (one that is controlled by physical knobs and turns on when plugged in) and a smart plug that can handle the load.

Thanks. That makes sense as to why they aren't around. I did try to find a HomeKit plug that would handle the load, but no luck. Appreciate the help!

 

[QuarterSwede]

They’re out there. Meross makes a thermostat extension cord that is HomeKit compatible. I have it on an electric fireplace in my basement. It does a great job and the wiring is heavy duty to handle the extra load.

meross Smart Temperature Controller - Versatile Heating and Cooling Control

Meross Smart Wi-Fi Temperature Controller Thermostat 15A, Works with Apple Home, Alexa, Google Home, SmartTings Heating Cooling for Home Brewing Fermentation Incubation Greenhouse Reptiles Aquarium

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[TFrank2]

Thanks. That makes sense as to why they aren't around. I did try to find a HomeKit plug that would handle the load, but no luck. Appreciate the help!

Wirecutter briefly touched upon this in their recent space heater reviews. I have some of the TPLinks they recommend and have found them pretty decent. Haven’t tried a space heater with them, but they are rated to 15A like the recommendation above. But given the intended use, it might make sense to get the heavier duty option.

The Best Space Heaters

Warm up a room and boost your home’s heating system with space heaters we’ve tested firsthand.

www.nytimes.com

 

[erihp]

Thanks. That makes sense as to why they aren't around. I did try to find a HomeKit plug that would handle the load, but no luck. Appreciate the help!

tip: consider 'outdoor' rated plugs .(they are typically 'beefier'). or replacing the outlet receptacle itself.

if you have a caseta setup, lutron makes an outdoor caseta plug thats high quality.

i use in-wall zwave receptacles that integrate into Home via Hubitat.

 

[mk313]

Thanks all. Lots of good options here. Definitely gives me a lot to look into. Appreciate it.

 

[haralds]

I use a Dyson Hot and Cool via Home Assistant, bridged to HomeKit. It does not control temperature.
The Dyson app can control all aspects via a virtual remote.

 

[andyw715]

What are you looking to keep heated?

My usage is to keep a well pump house warm when we have freezing weather.

I have a cheapo small space heater with its own thermostat but for some reason I can never get it to turn off properly.
So I saw that Meross outlet noted above but decided to give a more low tech option a try first.

A Heatit thermo outlet.

HEATIT ET-21 Freeze Thermostatically Controlled Outlet On at 38F /Off at 50F ET-24 1PCS

Thermostat controller outlet

www.amazon.com

It's specifically made for my use. It's thermostat turns the power on at 38F and off at 50F
I got the model with 2 outlets. I plug the heater into one and a red LED into another. The led is installed so I can see it from my house to know when the heater is on.
Works well so far. This is the second season.

 

[mk313]

What are you looking to keep heated?

My usage is to keep a well pump house warm when we have freezing weather.

I have a cheapo small space heater with its own thermostat but for some reason I can never get it to turn off properly.
So I saw that Meross outlet noted above but decided to give a more low tech option a try first.

A Heatit thermo outlet.

HEATIT ET-21 Freeze Thermostatically Controlled Outlet On at 38F /Off at 50F ET-24 1PCS

Thermostat controller outlet

www.amazon.com

It's specifically made for my use. It's thermostat turns the power on at 38F and off at 50F
I got the model with 2 outlets. I plug the heater into one and a red LED into another. The led is installed so I can see it from my house to know when the heater is on.
Works well so far. This is the second season.

Huh! That's very interesting. Never heard of something like that. The temp range doesn't work for me (looking for something indoors to kick on in the low 50's, but thanks for the info. Pretty cool.

 

[almostinsane]

There are a bunch of videos on YT of people using ESP32's and wiring them to fans, space heaters, anything to turn a dumb device into being HomeKit or HomeAssistant managed and controlled. ESP32's are ~$10 and no need to be a developer or coder to use.

 

[mk313]

Huh, thanks for the heads up. I hadn't even heard of this before.