Humidity Assisted Thermostat - Recommendation

[DaveCoolFl]

I am considering having my thermostat replaced with a "humidity assisted thermostat".

My definition of an energy assisted thermostat is a thermostat which turns on the AC/HP according to temperature (only) and runs until the temperature is at the desired level. If the humidity set point is lower than the actual humidity, then the AC/HP will continue to run until the humidity is within range or the temperature is X degrees lower than the set point.

I have read the manual for the Honeywell TH8321 which will lower the temperature by 3 degrees if the humidity criteria is not met. I wonder if 3 degrees is too much.

I would like feedback from anyone who has experience with any models of "humidity assisted thermostats".

Thanks,
Dave

[BaldLoonie]

Do you have a variable speed blower?

[beenthere]

The temp drop is up to 3°. It can also be restricted to 1, or 2°.

[DaveCoolFl]

Do you have a variable speed blower?

No.

[DaveCoolFl]

The temp drop is up to 3°. It can also be restricted to 1, or 2°.

Thanks, beenthere. I only have user's manual for the TH8321. I assume that data is in the installer's manual. The ability to restrict the temperature drop is a BIG plus.

[beenthere]

Yes, that is in the install manuals.

[pate]

Do any of the Honeywell's have energy monitoring capabilities? One of the quotes I'm reviewing calls for a new Honeywell (not sure of model) but I'd like to be able to see how many hours the 2-stage furnace is running in each mode, likewise for the a/c.