Are Hive products any good?
Our Verdict The interfaces of both the app and thermostat are intuitive and quick to use. There are clearly energy savings which Hive can help you make and you can quickly recoup your expenditure if you’re conservative with your temperatures and schedule.
Why is Hive discontinued?
As part of our strategic review our parent company, Centrica, has decided that our business will be refocused around products, propositions and services that enable customers to lower their carbon footprint. As a result of this decision, we will be ceasing sales of the Hive Link product.
Is Hive free for British Gas customers?
Are Hive products and services free? Hive products and services aren’t free, but there are often great deals on offer for British Gas customers. Please check the Hive product and services pages for the latest prices.
Can I have 2 thermostats with Hive?
If you have two thermostats in your home (one upstairs and another downstairs, for example) then you can use multizone smart thermostats – like Hive Multizone – and control the heating for each area easily, all from your smartphone.
Is Hive discontinued?
Hive has discontinued the direct sale of our products and related services in the United States and Canada effective December 31st, 2019. We value our customers and plan to continue to support our products. We will notify our active customers of any changes to how we support their app and devices.
Does Amazon own Hive?
It is one of the largest connected home providers in the UK and, as of May 2018, the company had more than 1,000,000 customers….Hive Connected Home.
| Type of site | Subsidiary |
|---|---|
| Employees | 200+ (2015) |
| Parent | Centrica (2012-present) |
| URL | www.hivehome.com |
| Native client(s) on | iOS, Android (Google Play and Amazon Appstore), Windows 10 Mobile |
Who owns Hive?
British Gas
Centrica
Hive/Parent organizations
Is there a monthly fee for Hive?
No subscription is required. You never need to pay another penny steer you’ve installed the system and free app.
What is the difference between British Gas active heating and Hive?
Hive is a system that’s made up of several components, all interconnected, which is where we imagine British Gas originally found inspiration for the name. British Gas originally had a product called Active Heating, it then launched Hive, and it is now known as Hive Active Heating.
Do you need a British Gas account to fit hive?
Intriguingly you don’t need to be a British Gas customer to fit Hive, which shows how keen even major energy providers are to make an initial land grab. Furthermore, while initially offering self-install, British Gas now professionally fits all Hive units, which sets an interesting precedent against its DIY rivals.
Who has the best customer service at Hive OS?
Hive os Has the best customer service. I was helped by their customer care Marcus. He took like 3 hrs to help meout as i had no knowledge of what i was doing., He guided me step by step. I am very thankful fort the wonderful team hive has. I wouldnt mind paying extra if they charge me.
How much does the Hive Active Heating kit cost?
The Hive Active Heating Kit will cost you £249, including the cost of installation, and it has stepped up slightly from the £199 price when we first looked at Hive in 2013. You can have it installed by other installers if you choose, and the kit will cost £179, with a choice of heating and hot water, or heating only if you have a combi boiler.