The short version: Mysa V2 is the best smart thermostat for Canadian electric baseboard heating. It handles both 120V and 240V circuits in one device, connects to Wi-Fi without a hub, and supports Apple HomeKit, something no competing baseboard thermostat offers. For most Canadian homes with baseboard heat, it’s the default recommendation.

Who Makes Mysa, and Why It Matters

Mysa is made by a company called Empowered Homes, founded in 2016 and based in St. John’s, Newfoundland. This matters for a few reasons:

  • Newfoundland and Labrador heats almost entirely with electric baseboard; Mysa was built for this market
  • The company understands the Canadian baseboard heating context better than any US manufacturer
  • Warranty claims and customer support run through a Canadian company with Canadian support hours
  • Mysa appears on the qualifying list for takeCHARGE (Newfoundland’s utility rebate program), making it one of the few baseboard thermostats with consistent rebate eligibility in Canada

Design

The Mysa V2 has a clean, minimal design: a white square unit with a small circular LED display showing the set and current temperatures. It’s understated and blends into painted walls without drawing attention. The ring around the display rotates to adjust temperature without the app.

Build quality feels solid. The mounting plate is simple to install; the thermostat clicks onto it and stays put. The LED display is easy to read in normal lighting but can be harder to see from a distance in bright rooms.

Compatibility

Voltage: Mysa V2 handles both 120V and 240V baseboard circuits. One model works on both: you select the voltage during app setup. This is a meaningful practical advantage over Sinopé, which sells separate models for each voltage.

Wattage: Up to 3,600W at 120V or 3,800W at 240V (about 16A). For reference, most individual baseboard heaters range from 500W to 2,000W, well within range. If you have two large heaters on one thermostat circuit, confirm the combined wattage stays under the limit.

Heating types supported:
– Electric baseboard heaters ✓
– Fan-forced electric heaters ✓
– Electric convectors ✓
– Electric in-floor radiant (check wattage) ✓
– Electric mini-splits (some models; confirm before buying) ✓
– Central HVAC (gas furnace, heat pump) ✗ (Mysa is line-voltage only)

Wiring: Requires 4 wires in the thermostat box. Older homes with 2-wire baseboard installations need Sinopé instead. Before purchasing, pull your existing thermostat’s faceplate and count the wires.

Installation

Mysa targets DIY installation, and for most homes with accessible thermostat boxes, it delivers. The process:

  1. Turn off the circuit breaker for the baseboard heater
  2. Remove the old thermostat and photograph the existing wiring
  3. Connect the wires to Mysa’s terminals per the app-guided diagram
  4. Mount the thermostat on the wall plate
  5. Restore power and follow the app setup

The app provides a wiring walkthrough with visual diagrams, so first-time thermostat installers install Mysa without issue. The real risk comes from working with line voltage. Always verify power is off with a voltage tester before touching wires.

When to call an electrician: If you’re unsure about your wiring, find aluminum wiring in the box, or are in a province that requires a permit for thermostat replacement, hire a licensed electrician. Line-voltage work carries real safety risk if it’s done wrong.

App & Features

The Mysa app (iOS and Android) is clean and functions well. Key features:

Scheduling: Build a weekly schedule with per-day customization. Set different temperatures for wake, leave, return, and sleep. The visual schedule builder is intuitive.

Geofencing: The app uses your phone’s location to switch between “home” and “away” modes. When you leave, the heat drops. When you return within your defined range, it starts heating. This is where meaningful daily savings come from for working households.

Energy reporting: Mysa shows kilowatt-hours consumed per day and month, with cost estimates based on your rate input. The reporting is more detailed than Nest’s and comparable to ecobee’s.

Freeze protection: Set a minimum temperature (10–12°C) that the thermostat maintains even when in “off” or “away” mode. Essential for Canadian cottages and vacation properties.

Multi-zone dashboard: If you have multiple Mysa units in different rooms, the app shows all of them on one screen. You can set a separate schedule for each zone, which is how you capture per-room savings in a baseboard home.

Smart home ecosystems:
– Apple HomeKit: Full native support (a significant differentiator from Sinopé’s Zigbee models)
– Google Home: Supported
– Amazon Alexa: Supported

No hub is required. Mysa connects to your 2.4GHz Wi-Fi router.

Energy Savings in Practice

Electric baseboard heaters are 100% efficient at converting electricity to heat: every watt drawn becomes heat, regardless of outdoor temperature. A smart thermostat doesn’t change this efficiency; it saves money by running the heater less.

The savings profile for a Mysa installation:

Empty home during work hours: Geofencing drops the temperature while you’re away. A typical Canadian household away 8–10 hours on weekdays sees meaningful reductions in daytime runtime.

Per-room control: In a home with baseboard heating, you can lower unoccupied rooms to 15°C while keeping living spaces at 21°C. This is impossible with a single central thermostat; it’s one of baseboard heating’s advantages when zoned well.

Setback schedules: Overnight temperature drops of 3–4°C are safe for baseboard heating in most homes (unlike heat pumps, where deep setbacks can be counterproductive).

Real-world savings vary. Homes where someone is present most of the day save less. Homes with regular away periods and multiple zones can see 15–25% reductions in baseboard electricity consumption.

Demand Response Participation

PSE Flex (Puget Sound Energy in Washington state) is one of the few demand-response programs that includes Mysa among eligible line-voltage thermostats. Canadian utility demand-response programs for baseboard thermostats are less developed, though Hydro-Québec’s Hilo platform supports Sinopé’s Zigbee models.

Rebate Eligibility

Mysa V2 is ENERGY STAR certified. Programs where it has been explicitly included:

  • takeCHARGE (Newfoundland and Labrador): Frequently on the qualifying list (a natural fit given Mysa’s Newfoundland origins)
  • Select other Canadian utilities: Eligibility varies by program year; verify with your utility

Many Canadian rebate programs for thermostats are written for central-HVAC models. Mysa’s line-voltage ENERGY STAR certification has improved its inclusion rate, but baseboard thermostat rebate eligibility is less consistent than for central-HVAC models.

See Smart Thermostat Rebates in Canada by Province for current eligibility by province.

Price & Warranty

Mysa V2
Price (CAD) ~$119–129
Warranty 2 years
Subscription None, all features included
Hub required No

For a whole-home baseboard setup with 6 thermostats: ~$714–774. Compare to Sinopé (Zigbee line), where 6 units + the Neviweb hub run about $549–669. Sinopé is cheaper for multi-unit installations.

Pros & Cons

Pros:
– Handles 120V and 240V in one model
– Apple HomeKit support (unique for a Canadian baseboard thermostat)
– No hub required
– Clean app with genuine energy reporting
– ENERGY STAR certified
– Made in Newfoundland; Canadian warranty support

Cons:
– Requires 4-wire installation (not compatible with 2-wire setups)
– Higher per-unit price than Sinopé
– Baseboard-only: no central HVAC capability
– No Zigbee / Hilo integration for Hydro-Québec demand response

Mysa V2 spec sheet: voltage, wattage, wiring, app features, ecosystem support, price, warranty

The Verdict

Mysa V2 is the right call for:
– Any Canadian home with 4-wire electric baseboard wiring who wants the best features
– Apple HomeKit users with baseboard heating (it’s the only option)
– Cottage owners who want freeze protection and remote monitoring
– Newfoundland and Labrador homeowners eligible for the takeCHARGE rebate

For 2-wire homes, Quebec homes wanting Hilo integration, or buyers prioritizing lowest cost across multiple zones, see Mysa vs Sinopé: Which Line-Voltage Smart Thermostat Wins?

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Mysa V2 work with 240V baseboard heaters?
Yes. Mysa V2 handles both 120V and 240V circuits. You select the voltage in the app during setup. Maximum rated load is 3,800W at 240V.

Does Mysa V2 require a hub?
No. Mysa connects directly to your home’s 2.4GHz Wi-Fi router. No additional hardware is required.

Does Mysa V2 support Apple HomeKit?
Yes. Native HomeKit support is one of Mysa’s main differentiators from Sinopé. You can control it through the Apple Home app, create HomeKit automations, and use Siri.

How many wires does Mysa V2 require?
Mysa V2 requires 4 wires in the thermostat box. If you have only 2 wires, Mysa V2 is not compatible; consider Sinopé instead.

Is Mysa eligible for Canadian rebates?
Mysa V2 is ENERGY STAR certified and has appeared on select Canadian utility rebate qualifying lists, including takeCHARGE (NL). Eligibility varies by province and program year. Verify with your utility before purchasing.

How does Mysa compare to Sinopé?
Mysa wins on HomeKit support and single-model voltage handling. Sinopé wins on 2-wire compatibility, Hilo (Hydro-Québec) integration, and lower per-unit price for multi-zone setups. See Mysa vs Sinopé: Which Line-Voltage Smart Thermostat Wins? for the full comparison.