What does hive heating do?

Hive Active Heating The thermostat and heating device is a wall mounted unit, which talks to a sensor placed on the boiler. Primarily, it offers thermostatic control of your home's heat (and cooling in the US), enabling you to set target temperatures and turn on/off the heating wherever you are.

Thereof, what do you get with hive active heating?

Hive Active Heating lets you control your heating remotely from your mobile, tablet or laptop. And if you have a hot water tank you can control your hot water too. Once installed you can control your heating remotely using the Hive app, online dashboard or by text.

Additionally, is Hive active heating worth it? Yes, the price is a little steep but the technology you are buying into - more on this later in the review - is worth it. Hive is also boasting on its website, that by using its system over the course of a year you can save hundreds on your heating bills. The hub is the beating heart of Hive.

Just so, is there a monthly fee for hive heating?

The Hive Active Heating subscription is no longer available. We now offer a 12 month payment plan as an alternative. The plan allows you to spread the cost of the kit over 12 months.

Does hive active heating need a hub?

Yes, you need it! The Hive Hub links your Hive Active Heating (and other Hive products) to your Wi-Fi. It also connects all your Hive products together, so you can set up Hive Actions, like getting a sensor to turn on your heating the moment you walk through the door.

Can you use hive without subscription?

Customers don't need to own a Hive thermostat and can add additional devices as part of the subscription.

Can I install Hive myself?

And the Receiver lets your thermostat and boiler talk to each other when they are fitted close to your boiler. Please note: this product does not include installation. You can either install it yourself or take a look at our package with professional installation included.

Does hive work without wifi?

If it loses connection to the internet, or if the thermostat loses connection to the hub, you won't be able to control your thermostat remotely. If your heating or hub is offline, your Hive app will show you and tell you what's going wrong.

How does Hive know the temperature?

The actual temperature is determined by the surrounding area of the thermostat so, for example, if your thermostat is in a location which is warmer than the rest of your house it would mean that your target temperature is going to be reached more quickly.

Can I take hive with me when I move house?

If you are moving house and have Hive installed, please leave all of your Hive Active Heating kit (receiver, thermostat and any Signal Booster) at your old house. You should bring your Hive Hub and any other Hive products with you so that you can install these at your new home.

Is Hive better than nest?

The main difference between the two devices is that the Nest needs to be constantly wired. The Hive makes placement a lot easier, with only 4 AA batteries and placement on any wall of your choice with a two-year battery life.

Does hive control hot water?

Hot water can be controlled within the Hive app by selecting Hot Water in the app dashboard. You can't control your water temperature with Hive Active Heating, but you can turn your hot water on or off, set a schedule or boost it (which turns the hot water on for 1-6 hours).

Does hive save money?

Hive is a smart heating system that allows you to control your heating and hot water remotely via a smartphone app. British Gas, which sells it, claims Hive can save you up to £150 a year on your gas bills, as it allows you to exercise more control over when your heating is and isn't on.

How do I cancel my hive subscription?

If you wish to cancel Hive Active Heating™ subscription you can use the below form or alternatively call us on 0800 980 8614 (Phone lines are open Mon-Fri 8am-8pm., Sat 10am-2pm) or email [email protected] to confirm your cancellation.

Can I use hive if I leave British Gas?

Do I need to be with British Gas to have Hive? No, any Hive products can be installed no matter who provides your energy.

Can you cancel hive?

You can cancel your Hive Live at any time, however this means that your discount and feature benefits will be switched off. A few things to remember: If you cancel in the last 10 days of the billing period, your Hive Live will end the month after. There are no other cancellation fees.

Can you take your hive with you when you move?

It is not possible to reinstall Hive Active Heating or Hive Multizone at your new home. If you move house you must leave all your Hive Active Heating equipment behind except your Hive Hub, which you should take with you to your new home.

Does hive replace existing thermostat?

Your old thermostat will be removed by our engineer and replaced by the Hive wireless thermostat. If you are upgrading from Hive Active Heating™ to Hive Active Heating™ 2 you will need to take the batteries out of your old thermostat when prompted.

How much does it cost to run hive?

How much does my Hive Active Plug cost per year to run? Hive Active Plug uses an average of 40p per plug per year based on 10p per kWh.

Do you have to pay to use Hive app?

BRITISH Gas customers can now get the Hive energy app for free, the energy company announced this week. The Hive app promises to save homeowners money on their bills by allowing them to control their heating and hot water when they are away from home.

Is hive compatible with my boiler?

Hive Active Heating is compatible with most gas, LPG and oil boilers. Once installed, and your existing controllers have been replaced with a wireless system that works with your current heating set up, you'll be able to control your heating remotely with the Hive app or online via their website.

How long does it take to install a hive?

The installation process for Hive Active Heating should take less than 90 minutes.

Can you have two hive apps?

Can I control more than one property through the Hive app? Yes, but you will need to have separate Hive products and log-in details for each property.

Do I need a smart thermostat?

With a smart thermostat, you can make the most of your heating system without wasting money or energy. During the heating season, you may set your thermostat to a cooler temperature while you are away so you do not waste energy (and money).