The Hive Hubless Active V3 is a smart thermostat designed for controlling both heating and hot water in homes with conventional or system boilers that have separate hot water tanks. It offers touchscreen control, app connectivity, and voice assistant compatibility without the need for a Hive Hub, making it ideal for modern smart homes looking to manage heating and hot water efficiently.
Key Features
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Wireless Thermostat: Battery powered with touchscreen control, no Hive Hub required for basic operation.
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Heating & Hot Water Control: Manage both heating and hot water schedules independently from one device or via the Hive app.
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App Control: Control remotely using the Hive app; requires Hive Hub and internet for full smart control.
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Voice Assistant Compatibility: Works with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, Siri Shortcuts, and IFTTT for voice and automation.
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Scheduling: Up to 6 daily heating and hot water time slots for precise control over your comfort and energy use.
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Boost Functions: Heating and hot water boost buttons for temporary extra warmth or hot water supply.
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Frost Protection: Automatically activates heating to prevent pipe freezing when temperatures drop below 7°C.
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Geolocation Alerts: Sends notifications if heating is left on when you leave home to save energy costs.
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Holiday Mode: Maintains low temperature while you're away and returns to normal on your return.
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Multi-Zone Support: Can control up to 6 heating zones when paired with additional Hive thermostats.
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Large Dial Display: Easy-to-use physical dial on the thermostat for quick manual temperature adjustments.
Technical Specifications
| Model Name |
Hive Hubless Active V3 |
| Manufacturer Part Number (MPN) |
851812 |
| Dimensions (Thermostat) |
95.9 mm × 95.9 mm × 46.2 mm (W × H × D) |
| Dimensions (Receiver) |
90 mm × 90 mm × 36.8 mm (W × H × D) |
| Power Supply |
Thermostat: 4 x AA batteries (included)
Receiver: 230 V mains |
| Connectivity |
Zigbee for local communication, Wi-Fi via Hive Hub for app control |
| Compatibility |
System and conventional boilers with separate hot water tanks; works with gas, LPG, oil (with thermostat/programmer), and some electric boilers |
| Smart Home Integration |
Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Apple HomeKit, Siri Shortcuts, IFTTT |
| Warranty |
1 year Manufacturer Guarantee |
Package Contents
- Hive Hubless Active V3 Thermostat unit
- Receiver unit
- 4 x AA batteries
- User guide
- Stand sold separately
This thermostat is perfect for homes with conventional boilers and separate hot water tanks where smart heating and hot water control is desired without installing a hub initially. By adding the Hive Hub and internet connection, users can unlock full smart features including remote app control, multi-zone heating, and voice assistant integration, enhancing convenience and energy efficiency.
