# Minimalist Smart Thermostats The Zen Thermostat Does Away With Unnecessary Features By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2014-09-03 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zen-thermostat References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/zen-smart-thermostat/33609/) & [zenthermostat](http://zenthermostat.com/) The [Zen](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zenbrew-coffee-maker) thermostat is a smart thermostat that is designed to be incredibly easy to use. The device cuts back on the features found in other smart thermostats that track users' habits and adapt accordingly. The Zen thermostat instead follows a more traditional model, allowing users to control temperatures manually and via a schedule. The Zen thermostat is connected to the Internet, making it possible for users to control the temperature via their smartphone. The developers of the Zen thermostat have taken to [Indiegogo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velia) to attempt to rause $50,000 to bring the device ro market. A pledge of $99 will secure you a unit if it becomes a reality. The final retail price is set to be fixed at $199. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Simplistic Thermostats:** Opportunity for companies to create more simplified smart thermostats that cater to consumers who prefer a straightforward approach. - **Basic Smart Home Technology:** Developers can tap into the market of consumers who prefer basic technology by looking at how to create new products that are very easy to learn. - **Non-adaptive AI Devices:** A potential innovation opportunity to create smart devices that do not adapt to users' habits, relieving concerns over privacy and personal data being collected. ### Who This Affects Most - **Home Automation:** Developers in the home automation industry should pay attention to minimalist smart thermostats as they could signal a change in the market's preferences. - **Consumer Electronics:** Manufacturers of basic ease-of-use consumer electronics may gain insight from reviewing the Zen thermostat's design and functionality. - **Iot:** Internet of Things companies could expand their range of minimalist IoT devices to meet the demand of consumers who prefer simplicity. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Artistic Glass-Like Thermostats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/google-nest-learning-thermostat.md) - [Smart Home-Connected Thermostats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/th1123wf.md) - [Smart Thermostat Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nest-learning-thermostat.md) - [AI-Powered Home Thermostats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beca-bht-18gblw.md) - [Certified Eco-Friendly Smart Thermostats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/st55.md) - [Proactive Smart Thermostats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/proactive-smart-thermostat.md) - [Omni-Compatible Smart Thermostats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meross-matter-smart-thermostat.md) - [Geo-Fencing Smart Thermostats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lennox-l40-smart-thermostat.md) - [Remote-Replacing Thermostat Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mysa-smart-thermostat.md)