Honeywell Home ElitePRO Smart Thermostats Win HVAC All-Star Award

Honeywell Home ElitePRO™ smart thermostats were named the 2026 Residential Product of the Year in ACHR NEWS’s All-Star Awards, a program that spotlights the individuals, companies, and products driving meaningful progress in the HVAC industry. After being selected as a finalist by the editors of ACHR NEWS, the ElitePRO Smart Thermostats were voted the winner by the publication's readers – HVAC contractors – making the recognition particularly meaningful for a product developed in partnership with the professionals it serves.

ElitePRO smart thermostats, when paired with Resideo Pro-IQ™ services, help enable consistent workflows and integration with client relationship management tools. With three levels of subscription service – Pro-IQ™ Install, Pro-IQ™ Engage and Pro-IQ™ Analyze – they can help HVAC contractors:

• Streamline labor: One-touch template configuration in the Resideo Pro app helps ensure fast installation, drive consistent setup across all jobs, and minimize errors. If modifications need to be made after installation, technicians can remotely configure and update in the Pro Portal – without rolling a truck.
• Increase loyalty: Contractors can display the company logo and contact information on the Honeywell Home ElitePRO smart thermostat’s large touchscreen and the First Alert® app to expand brand visibility and enable one-click appointment scheduling for homeowners. Custom messages can also be placed in the app or smart thermostat to align with seasonal campaigns.
• Generate leads: Contractors can receive custom alerts before a homeowner's HVAC system needs attention and schedule an appointment when it's convenient – enabling proactive service that turns HVAC insights into value.

Hear more about this pro-recognized design from Pat Tessier, Vice President of Product Development for Honeywell Home and First Alert solutions at Resideo, including how ElitePRO smart thermostats were built to help contractors grow their business while giving homeowners a more connected home.

Check out ACHR News's full Q&A here.

© 2026 Resideo Technologies, Inc. All rights reserved. The Honeywell Home trademark is used under license from Honeywell International Inc. This product is manufactured by Resideo Technologies, Inc. and its affiliates.

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Frequently Asked Questions: 

What are the ACHR NEWS All-Star Awards? 

The ACHR All-Star Awards honor standouts in categories ranging from innovative tools and technology to outstanding business leadership, workforce development, and industry influence. Finalists are selected by ACHR NEWS editors and then voted on by ACHR NEWS readers.

What makes the Honeywell Home ElitePRO different from other smart thermostats?

For contractors, the ElitePRO smart thermostat creates an ongoing connection after installation. Because the ElitePRO is powered by Pro-IQ services, features like proactive system insights, contractor branding, remote configuration, and service reminders help contractors streamline labor, stay visible with homeowners, and create value over time. 

How does Resideo Pro-IQ services and the Honeywell Home ElitePRO smart thermostat help streamline labor?

Through the Resideo Pro App, installation is simplified with one-touch template configuration, reducing setup time and helping ensure consistency across jobs. If adjustments are needed after installation, technicians can make updates remotely through the Pro Portal instead of returning to the jobsite.

How does Resideo Pro-IQ services and the ElitePRO smart thermostat build customer loyalty?

Resideo Pro-IQ services helps contractors keep their brand front and center by displaying their company logo and contact information on the ElitePRO smart thermostat's large touchscreen and within the app. Homeowners can schedule appointments with a single click, while contractors can also share custom messages that align with seasonal promotions or service reminders.

How does Resideo Pro-IQ services and the ElitePRO help contractors generate new business?

Resideo Pro-IQ services helps contractors stay ahead of service needs by providing custom alerts before a homeowner's HVAC system requires attention. This enables contractors to proactively reach out, schedule appointments at a convenient time, and turn system insights into service opportunities.