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06/22/2020 · 59 Comments

The Affordable Smart Thermostat – Lux CS1

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When we switched out our thermostats to a smart version a couple of years ago, we quickly learned how convenient it is to be able to adjust the temperature of our house from anywhere with our phones or by voice with Alexa.

Here are a few examples of times it has come in handy:

  • When we leave on vacation and forgot to adjust the temp for energy savings before leaving.
  • When we’ve been sick and hot or cold and can adjust the temperature without leaving the bed.
  • When we’re downstairs and need to adjust the upstairs temperature.
  • When we’re out in the summer heat and want to cool down the house a bit before we arrive home.
  • When I work at my coworking space instead of at home and can adjust the temp a few degrees for energy savings when I leave the house. I can then adjust it back to our preferred temp on my phone before going home.

Our thermostats are the LUX KONO model. When LUX®, a division of Johnson Controls, reached out to tell me about their newest affordable option, the LUX CS1 smart thermostat, I was eager to learn more.

They provided me a brand new LUX CS1 thermostat to giveaway, so be sure to read the instructions for entering at the end of the post!

I appreciate that the thermostat is compatible with both Android phones and iPhones, as well as both Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. We’ve been bummed in the past when companies have ignored Android users.

The app includes a Home & Away Aware™ feature that uses geofencing to detect whether someone’s in the house, and a Smart Scheduling feature that learns your comfort needs and adjusts the LUX CS1’s settings accordingly.

Plus, it’s ENERGY STAR® certified, which will help save you money! Speaking of saving money, the LUX CS1 is only $99, making it one of the most affordable smart thermostats out there — perfect for smart home beginners and gifting.

Use coupon code PolishedHabitat for an extra 10% off your purchase of the LUX CS1! Order here.

When you connect your LUX CS1 (or KONO or GEO models) to the
LUX app you can control your thermostat from anywhere, at any time. We’ve been using the original version of the LUX app, but they’re about to release a new version with an improved user interface and even more personalization settings.

Here’s a screenshot from my phone to show how easy the app is.

LUX even makes install easier by adding a little level right into the back of the thermostat. Brilliant!

Who wants one of these brand new models?

I’ll be sending out one LUX CS1 Smart Thermostat to one lucky winner. The winner does need to be over 18 and have a shipping address within the US.

To enter, just let me know your favorite way to stay cool in the summer in the comments below.

Entries close at 11:59 PM on Tuesday 6/30/2020. A random winner will be drawn. Full giveaway rules & regulations available here.

Use coupon code PolishedHabitat for an extra 10% off your purchase of the LUX CS1! Order here.

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In 2013, Melissa founded Polished Habitat to share her passion for intersecting style and function to make everyday life more beautiful and less stressful. She does this by sharing easy home organization tips, home decor tutorials, and creative ideas to help readers think outside the box, no matter their budget. Her work has been featured in print in Better Homes & Gardens and Room to Create Magazine, and online by HGTV, House Beautiful, Buzzfeed, & more. In 2018 & 2019, Melissa was named as a Style Maker by Better Homes & Gardens. In 2019, Polished Habitat was shortlisted for the Amara Blog Awards Best Interior Styling Blog - International. Read more...

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Comments

  1. Myra says

    06/26/2020 at 8:25 pm

    My favorite way to stay cool is to leave town (we live in Florida).

    Reply
    • Melissa George says

      06/27/2020 at 10:38 am

      Ha! I understand that in muggy Oklahoma!

      Reply
      • Anna says

        06/29/2020 at 11:59 pm

        When it’s above 90, we float the river ! Nothing better than relaxing as you float and ending with a bbq

  2. Tanya Wright says

    06/26/2020 at 9:20 pm

    The sprinkler with my kids and watermelon ??

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    • Melissa George says

      06/27/2020 at 10:38 am

      Yum!

      Reply
  3. Adecia says

    06/26/2020 at 9:20 pm

    I love an ice cream cone for cooling off.

    Reply
    • Melissa George says

      06/27/2020 at 10:38 am

      Ohh! That’s a great one!

      Reply
  4. Vicky A Williams says

    06/26/2020 at 10:00 pm

    Visit friends and soak up their air conditioning!

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    • Melissa George says

      06/27/2020 at 10:38 am

      Ha – that’s smart and fun!

      Reply
  5. Jessica Lieber says

    06/27/2020 at 1:02 pm

    Getting milkshakes with the kids is my favorite way to keep cool!

    Reply
  6. Breanna says

    06/28/2020 at 7:39 pm

    Our favorite way to stay cool is making frozen margaritas and lay under the tree in our backyard<3

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  7. Patricia Mihalic says

    06/29/2020 at 4:23 pm

    My favorite way to stay cool is eating ice cold watermelon on the patio!

    Reply
  8. Melanie Austin says

    06/29/2020 at 8:35 pm

    Sprinkler and popsicles with my kiddos!!!

    Reply
  9. Kathy says

    06/30/2020 at 8:17 pm

    Go to the lake! A cool breeze near any body of water is the best way to cool down!

    Reply
  10. Jordan Crowe says

    06/30/2020 at 9:50 pm

    AC all day every summer day with fans on ?

    NE humidity is no joke!

    Reply
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Welcome!

In 2013, Melissa started Polished Habitat to share her skill of mixing decor & organization to add style & function to everyday life at home.

Her work has been featured in print in Better Homes & Gardens and Room to Create Magazine, and online by HGTV, House Beautiful, Buzzfeed, & more.

In 2018 &  2019, Melissa was named as a Style Maker by Better Homes & Gardens. In 2019, she was also short-listed by the Amara Blog Awards for Interior Styling, International Division.

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