Overview
The Aprilaire 8920W Wi-Fi Programmable Color Touchscreen Thermostat is described as a programmable Wi-Fi thermostat with a full color touch-screen display and IAQ control. It is described as providing complete home comfort control for temperature, humidity, air cleaning, and fresh air ventilation. It is also described as supporting remote monitoring and control using the Aprilaire Wi-Fi thermostat app on iOS and Android.
If you want a single touchscreen interface that is described as covering HVAC control plus Indoor Air Quality functions, this Wi-Fi programmable color touchscreen thermostat is positioned around that “complete control” approach.
Key takeaways
- This product is described as a genuine Aprilaire programmable Wi-Fi thermostat with a programmable full color touch-screen display.
- It is described as enabling control of temperature, humidity, air cleaning, and fresh air ventilation from a single touchscreen thermostat.
- It is described as consisting of a user interface and an equipment control module, using a 3-wire design between the thermostat display and the equipment control module.
- It is described as compatible with 3H/3C conventional or 4H/2C heat pump systems.
- It is described as including multiple hold options such as vacation hold, customizable timed hold, and permanent hold.
- Buyers commonly mention easy installation, strong functionality and controls, and a screen/appearance they like, while also commonly mentioning mixed experiences with WiFi connectivity and reliability.
What the product is designed to do
This thermostat is described as monitoring and controlling Indoor Air Quality alongside HVAC control from a single touchscreen thermostat. It is described as offering complete home comfort control that includes temperature control, humidity control, air cleaning, and fresh air ventilation. It is described as integrating with installed Aprilaire whole-house Indoor Air Quality products, including automatic air cleaning with an Aprilaire air purifier.
Remote monitoring and control is described as available with the Aprilaire Wi-Fi Thermostat App on iOS and Android, intended for control anywhere and anytime from a smartphone or tablet. If your goal is app-based access to thermostat settings, remote monitoring and control with the Aprilaire app is part of the described feature set.
Materials, dimensions, and technical details
Core specifications are described for size, power, and compatibility, along with a set of operating features such as scheduling, display functions, and system controls.
| Detail | Described specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | Aprilaire |
| Model name | Programmable Thermostat |
| Product dimensions | 1″D x 7.1″W x 4.4″H |
| Dimensions/weight | 7.1″ L x 1.0″ W x 4.4″ H inches, 0.69 lbs. |
| Power source | Hardwired |
| Electrical specs | 24VAC, 1 phase, 60 Hz, 2.5 Amps |
| System compatibility | 3H/3C conventional or 4H/2C heat pump systems |
| Controller type | Alexa, Google Assistant |
Special features are described as including Auto Changeover, Auto-Away Mode, Clock Display, Date Display, Daylight Savings Time Ready, Fan Control, Filter Indicator, Lighted, Lockable, Removable Interface, Sleep Mode, Temperature Display, and Vacation Mode.
Installation and placement notes
The thermostat is described as consisting of a user interface and an equipment control module. A 3-wire design between the thermostat display and the equipment control module is described as making it easier than ever to install. It is also described as requiring only 3 wires.
The thermostat is described as supporting upgrades or changes such as upgrading to multi-stage equipment, switching to a heat pump, or adding Indoor Air Quality solutions, with complete control described without running new wires. If you are focused on the described 3-wire approach, the equipment control module and 3-wire design is a central part of how installation is framed.
Accessory support is described in terms of temperature sensing: one 8052 outdoor temperature sensor is described as included, and remote indoor temperature reading is described as available with optional 8051 flush mount or 8053 surface mount indoor temperature sensors (sold separately).
Performance characteristics described in the listing
Monitoring and controlling Indoor Air Quality is described as being “a breeze” with this thermostat. Features are described such as automatic humidifier and dehumidifier control, automatic air cleaning, and temperature control. The user interface is described as allowing control of Indoor Air Quality and HVAC products from a single touchscreen thermostat for convenience.
Scheduling and holds are described through multiple hold options that include vacation hold, customizable timed hold, and permanent hold. Permanent memory is described as included, with programming and custom schedules described as not being lost during a power outage, and time and date described as being restored with a Wi-Fi connection.
Remote access is described through the Aprilaire Wi-Fi Thermostat App for control from a smartphone or tablet. For readers prioritizing app control, control from a phone or tablet is part of the described experience.
Review patterns buyers commonly mention
Buyers commonly mention easy installation and positive day-to-day functionality. Controls are commonly mentioned in a positive way, along with appearance and the screen experience. Humidity control features and Indoor Air Quality control are also commonly mentioned. At the same time, buyers commonly mention mixed experiences with WiFi connectivity and mixed experiences with reliability.
Pros
- Easy installation is commonly mentioned by buyers.
- Functionality and controls are commonly mentioned in positive terms.
- Appearance and the display experience are commonly highlighted.
- Humidity control features and IAQ control are commonly mentioned.
Cons
- WiFi connectivity is commonly described with mixed experiences.
- Reliability is commonly described with mixed experiences.
FAQ
What does this thermostat control beyond temperature?
It is described as providing complete home comfort control for temperature, humidity, air cleaning, and fresh air ventilation, with IAQ control from a single touchscreen thermostat.
How is remote access described to work?
Remote monitoring and control is described as available with the Aprilaire Wi-Fi thermostat app on iOS and Android, for control from a smartphone or tablet.
What HVAC system compatibility is described?
It is described as compatible with 3H/3C conventional or 4H/2C heat pump systems.
What installation approach is described?
It is described as consisting of a user interface and an equipment control module, with a 3-wire design between the thermostat display and the equipment control module, and it is described as needing only 3 wires.
Are hold options described for schedules and time away?
Multiple hold options are described, including vacation hold, customizable timed hold, and permanent hold.
What temperature sensors are described as included or supported?
One 8052 outdoor temperature sensor is described as included. Remote indoor temperature reading is described as available with optional 8051 flush mount or 8053 surface mount indoor temperature sensors (sold separately).