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Hive Thermostat (older version) battery: 2 × AA

The Hive Thermostat (older version) takes two AA 1.5V batteries.

AA

AA× 21.5V batteries

Also sold as LR6, E91, MN1500, 15A · AA details

Source: Hive Thermostat (older version) support page

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Before you swap it

  • Swap the whole set together. A half-flat battery left in with fresh ones drags the lot down.

Quick answers

Which battery goes in the Hive Thermostat (older version)?

Two AA 1.5V batteries.

Is LR6 the same as AA?

Yes. LR6, E91, MN1500 and 15A are all the same cell as AA, sold under another name.