# Smart Thermostat Dubai | AC Thermostat UAE | CACHE > AC and smart thermostats in Dubai from Polar Bear Design, with CoolAutomation HVAC integration behind the wall. Project quotes and trade accounts from Cache. Source: https://cache.ae/smart-thermostat-dubai --- Authorised distributor | UAE # Smart Thermostats & AC Control in Dubai A smart thermostat in Dubai controls your air conditioning. Cache supplies Polar Bear Design designer thermostats for the wall and CoolAutomation gateways that connect them to your VRF or fan coil system, for villas, hotels and superyachts across the UAE. Open a trade accountWhatsApp our teamBrowse thermostats ## AC & smart thermostats in Dubai, explained In the UAE almost every thermostat controls air conditioning rather than heating, so the right product depends on the AC system behind the wall. There are two parts to a good installation: the thermostat on the wall, which the client sees and touches, and the integration gateway behind it, which connects that thermostat to the building's VRF, multi-split or fan coil system and to the wider smart home. Cache supplies both. Polar Bear Design provides the designer thermostats, finished to sit alongside premium lighting keypads. CoolAutomation provides the CoolMaster and CoolPlug gateways that connect to virtually any AC brand and bring it into a building management or smart home platform. Together they cover everything from a single villa zone to a full hotel. ## Shop by need Choose the wall control, the integration gateway, or both. Our team can specify the right combination for the AC system on site. ### Designer thermostats Polar Bear Design Ursium and Zentium thermostats, finished to match Lutron, Forbes & Lomax and Meljac keypads for super-prime residences, hotels and superyachts. View Polar Bear Design → ### HVAC integration gateways CoolAutomation CoolMaster, CoolMaster Pro and CoolPlug connect VRF, multi-split and ducted AC to smart home and building management systems. View CoolAutomation → ## Featured climate control products A selection from the range. Polar Bear Design is quoted on a project basis; CoolAutomation gateways are available at trade pricing. Polar Bear Design Ursium AlissePolar Bear Design Zentium ProPolar Bear Design Ursium ApliumPolar Bear Design Ursium EuroCoolAutomation CoolMasterCoolAutomation CoolMaster ProCoolAutomation CoolPlug WiredCoolAutomation CoolLink Hub ## Thermostat & CoolMaster guides Deep-dive articles on smart thermostats, Polar Bear Design and CoolAutomation HVAC control. Scroll for more. ### Why the Ursium Aplium Thermostat is Redefining Climate Control for Luxury Interiors Read the guide → ### Unlocking the Full Potential of HVAC Systems with CoolMaster and CoolMaster Pro Read the guide → ### Perfect Pairing for Luxury Home Control: Polar Bear Ursium Alisse Thermostat and Lutron Alisse Keypads Read the guide → ### Smart AC Control in the UAE: CoolAutomation Solutions Explained Read the guide → ### Touch of Elegance: Introducing Polar Bear’s Latest Thermostat Read the guide → ## How to choose a thermostat for a Dubai home or project ### Start with the air conditioning, not the thermostat Because UAE projects cool rather than heat, the first question is what AC system is installed: VRF, multi-split, or fan coil units fed by a chilled water system. This decides which CoolAutomation gateway is needed and what the thermostat can do. Specifying the wall control before checking the AC is the most common mistake we see. ### Standalone or integrated? A thermostat can run standalone, controlling one room directly, or be integrated so the AC joins the smart home alongside lighting, shading and audio. For luxury projects integration is usually the goal: one app and one wall language across the whole property. A CoolAutomation gateway is what makes that integration possible. ### Match the wall finish In a high-end interior the thermostat sits next to the lighting keypads, so it should match them. Polar Bear Design thermostats are made to coordinate with Lutron, Forbes & Lomax and Meljac, in bespoke materials and finishes, so climate control does not break the design of the wall. ### Plan for zones and scale A villa may need a thermostat per bedroom and living zone; a hotel needs hundreds, managed centrally. CoolAutomation gateways scale from a single CoolMaster controlling a handful of indoor units up to property-wide deployments, so the same approach works from one room to an entire building. ## Where this fits #### Luxury villas Designer thermostats per zone, integrated with the smart home for app and scene control. #### Hotels Consistent room climate control at scale, managed centrally and tied into the BMS. #### Fan coil retrofit Bring older chilled-water and fan coil systems under modern, integrated control. #### Superyachts Bespoke finishes and precise climate control for the most demanding interiors. ## Smart thermostat Dubai: FAQ **Q: What is a smart thermostat?** A smart thermostat is a wall control that manages heating and cooling with scheduling, app or voice control and integration into a wider building or home automation system. In Dubai most installations control air conditioning, so the thermostat works with the VRF or fan coil system. Cache supplies Polar Bear Design thermostats for the wall and CoolAutomation gateways to connect the AC behind it. **Q: What is the best thermostat for AC in Dubai?** For luxury residential and hospitality projects the usual choice is a Polar Bear Design thermostat on the wall, paired with a CoolAutomation CoolMaster or CoolPlug gateway that links it to the VRF or split AC system. The combination gives accurate room control, a designer finish that matches the lighting keypads, and full integration with the smart home. **Q: Do Polar Bear Design thermostats work with my air conditioning?** Yes. Polar Bear Design thermostats are paired with a CoolAutomation CoolMaster or CoolPlug gateway, which connects to virtually any VRF, multi-split or ducted air conditioning system. Cache supplies both sides of the solution and can advise on the right gateway for the AC brand on site. **Q: How much does an AC thermostat cost in Dubai?** Polar Bear Design is quoted on a project basis rather than a fixed shelf price, because finishes and quantities vary by project. Send the Cache sales team your project details on WhatsApp +971 58 541 2806 or at info@cache.ae and we will prepare a quote. CoolAutomation gateways are available to trade-account holders at trade pricing. **Q: Can the thermostat match my light switches?** Yes. Polar Bear Design thermostats are designed to sit alongside premium keypads from Lutron, Forbes & Lomax and Meljac, so heating, cooling and lighting controls share a coordinated finish across the wall. **Q: What is a VRF system and can it connect to a smart home?** VRF (Variable Refrigerant Flow) is the air conditioning system used in most UAE villas and commercial buildings, where one outdoor unit serves many indoor units. A CoolAutomation gateway connects the VRF system to smart home and building management platforms, so the AC can be controlled and monitored alongside lighting, shading and audio. ## Specifying climate control for a UAE project? Tell us the AC system and the look you want. We will recommend the right thermostat and gateway, and prepare a project quote. Open a trade accountWhatsApp +971 58 541 2806 Shopping cart - Your shopping cart is currently empty Continue shopping We use cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. Search