Smart Locks: Buying Advice, Tips, and News
Whether you want to ditch traditional keys, manage access for family members and guests, or add extra peace of mind to your home, our experts are here to help you find the right smart lock.
Our Current Top Tested Picks
Ultraloq Bolt Fingerprint
- 5.0 - Exemplary: Near perfection, ground-breaking
- 4.5 - Outstanding: Best in class, acts as a benchmark for measuring competitors
- 4.0 - Excellent: A performance, feature, or value leader in its class, with few shortfalls
- 3.5 - Good: Does what the product should do, and does so better than many competitors
- 3.0 - Average: Does what the product should do, and sits in the middle of the pack
- 2.5 - Fair: We have some reservations, buy with caution
- 2.0 - Subpar: We do not recommend, buy with extreme caution
- 1.5 - Poor: Do not buy this product
- 1.0 - Dismal: Don't even think about buying this product
Read Our Editorial Mission Statement and Testing Methodologies.
The Ultraloq Bolt Fingerprint is one of the most versatile smart locks we've tested, offering numerous ways to lock and unlock your door and third-party support across multiple platforms.
Full Ultraloq Bolt Fingerprint ReviewPros
- Multiple ways to lock and unlock your door
- Works with Alexa, Google, and HomeKit
- Lots of third-party integrations
- Built-in Wi-Fi
- Good battery life
- Easy to install
Cons
- Expensive
- Doesn't support Matter
Pros
- Multiple ways to lock and unlock your door
- Works with Alexa, Google, and HomeKit
- Lots of third-party integrations
- Built-in Wi-Fi
- Good battery life
- Easy to install
Cons
- Expensive
- Doesn't support Matter
Lockly Visage Zeno Series Facial Recognition Deadbolt
- 5.0 - Exemplary: Near perfection, ground-breaking
- 4.5 - Outstanding: Best in class, acts as a benchmark for measuring competitors
- 4.0 - Excellent: A performance, feature, or value leader in its class, with few shortfalls
- 3.5 - Good: Does what the product should do, and does so better than many competitors
- 3.0 - Average: Does what the product should do, and sits in the middle of the pack
- 2.5 - Fair: We have some reservations, buy with caution
- 2.0 - Subpar: We do not recommend, buy with extreme caution
- 1.5 - Poor: Do not buy this product
- 1.0 - Dismal: Don't even think about buying this product
Read Our Editorial Mission Statement and Testing Methodologies.
The Lockly Visage Zeno Series offers multiple ways to lock and unlock your door, including Apple Home Keys, fingerprint scanning, voice commands, and, most uniquely, facial recognition.
Full Lockly Visage Zeno Series Facial Recognition Deadbolt ReviewPros
- Integrated facial recognition
- Access via fingerprint scan and keypad
- Works with Apple HomeKit and Home Keys
- Supports Alexa, Google, and Siri voice control
- Easy to install
Cons
- Pricey
- Doesn't support IFTTT
Pros
- Integrated facial recognition
- Access via fingerprint scan and keypad
- Works with Apple HomeKit and Home Keys
- Supports Alexa, Google, and Siri voice control
- Easy to install
Cons
- Pricey
- Doesn't support IFTTT
August Wi-Fi Smart Lock
- 5.0 - Exemplary: Near perfection, ground-breaking
- 4.5 - Outstanding: Best in class, acts as a benchmark for measuring competitors
- 4.0 - Excellent: A performance, feature, or value leader in its class, with few shortfalls
- 3.5 - Good: Does what the product should do, and does so better than many competitors
- 3.0 - Average: Does what the product should do, and sits in the middle of the pack
- 2.5 - Fair: We have some reservations, buy with caution
- 2.0 - Subpar: We do not recommend, buy with extreme caution
- 1.5 - Poor: Do not buy this product
- 1.0 - Dismal: Don't even think about buying this product
Read Our Editorial Mission Statement and Testing Methodologies.
The sleek August Wi-Fi Smart Lock is easy to install and packs a ton of features into its compact frame.
Full August Wi-Fi Smart Lock ReviewPros
- Works with Alexa, Google, HomeKit, IFTTT, and more
- Automatic Lock and Unlock
- Easy to install
- Streamlined design
Cons
- Pricey
- Short battery life
Pros
- Works with Alexa, Google, HomeKit, IFTTT, and more
- Automatic Lock and Unlock
- Easy to install
- Streamlined design
Cons
- Pricey
- Short battery life
Eufy FamiLock S3 Max
- 5.0 - Exemplary: Near perfection, ground-breaking
- 4.5 - Outstanding: Best in class, acts as a benchmark for measuring competitors
- 4.0 - Excellent: A performance, feature, or value leader in its class, with few shortfalls
- 3.5 - Good: Does what the product should do, and does so better than many competitors
- 3.0 - Average: Does what the product should do, and sits in the middle of the pack
- 2.5 - Fair: We have some reservations, buy with caution
- 2.0 - Subpar: We do not recommend, buy with extreme caution
- 1.5 - Poor: Do not buy this product
- 1.0 - Dismal: Don't even think about buying this product
Read Our Editorial Mission Statement and Testing Methodologies.
The Eufy FamiLock S3 Max is a Matter-enabled smart lock that doubles as a 2K video doorbell and includes palm scanning, voice control support, and an innovative interior screen that lets you view the camera feed from inside your home.
Full Eufy FamiLock S3 Max ReviewPros
- Multifunction lock and video doorbell
- Interior video screen
- Palm recognition
- Supports Matter
- Intelligent alerts
- Dual battery power
- Local video storage
Cons
- Expensive
- Doesn't support IFTTT
Pros
- Multifunction lock and video doorbell
- Interior video screen
- Palm recognition
- Supports Matter
- Intelligent alerts
- Dual battery power
- Local video storage
Cons
- Expensive
- Doesn't support IFTTT
Lockin Veno Pro Palm Vein Recognition Video Smart Lock
- 5.0 - Exemplary: Near perfection, ground-breaking
- 4.5 - Outstanding: Best in class, acts as a benchmark for measuring competitors
- 4.0 - Excellent: A performance, feature, or value leader in its class, with few shortfalls
- 3.5 - Good: Does what the product should do, and does so better than many competitors
- 3.0 - Average: Does what the product should do, and sits in the middle of the pack
- 2.5 - Fair: We have some reservations, buy with caution
- 2.0 - Subpar: We do not recommend, buy with extreme caution
- 1.5 - Poor: Do not buy this product
- 1.0 - Dismal: Don't even think about buying this product
Read Our Editorial Mission Statement and Testing Methodologies.
The Lockin Veno Pro is a versatile smart lock that supports palm and fingerprint scanning and doubles as a 2K video doorbell.
Full Lockin Veno Pro Palm Vein Recognition Video Smart Lock ReviewPros
- Palm and fingerprint scanners
- Built-in camera and doorbell
- Free local video storage
- Supports Matter and Thread
- Works with multiple home automation platforms
- Optional solar power (panel costs extra)
Cons
- Expensive
- Doesn't support IFTTT
Pros
- Palm and fingerprint scanners
- Built-in camera and doorbell
- Free local video storage
- Supports Matter and Thread
- Works with multiple home automation platforms
- Optional solar power (panel costs extra)
Cons
- Expensive
- Doesn't support IFTTT
Aqara Smart Lock U400
- 5.0 - Exemplary: Near perfection, ground-breaking
- 4.5 - Outstanding: Best in class, acts as a benchmark for measuring competitors
- 4.0 - Excellent: A performance, feature, or value leader in its class, with few shortfalls
- 3.5 - Good: Does what the product should do, and does so better than many competitors
- 3.0 - Average: Does what the product should do, and sits in the middle of the pack
- 2.5 - Fair: We have some reservations, buy with caution
- 2.0 - Subpar: We do not recommend, buy with extreme caution
- 1.5 - Poor: Do not buy this product
- 1.0 - Dismal: Don't even think about buying this product
Read Our Editorial Mission Statement and Testing Methodologies.
The Aqara Smart Lock U400 offers multiple ways to unlock your door and uses the latest technology to connect to most home automation platforms, but you’ll need a Thread-enabled Matter controller to do so.
Full Aqara Smart Lock U400 ReviewPros
- Multiple unlocking methods
- UWB compatible
- Supports Matter over Thread
- Wide platform compatibility
- Works with Apple HomeKey
Cons
- Lacks Wi-Fi
- Requires a Thread-enabled Matter controller
- NFC cards not included
Pros
- Multiple unlocking methods
- UWB compatible
- Supports Matter over Thread
- Wide platform compatibility
- Works with Apple HomeKey
Cons
- Lacks Wi-Fi
- Requires a Thread-enabled Matter controller
- NFC cards not included
Desloc Smart Lock D110 Plus
- 5.0 - Exemplary: Near perfection, ground-breaking
- 4.5 - Outstanding: Best in class, acts as a benchmark for measuring competitors
- 4.0 - Excellent: A performance, feature, or value leader in its class, with few shortfalls
- 3.5 - Good: Does what the product should do, and does so better than many competitors
- 3.0 - Average: Does what the product should do, and sits in the middle of the pack
- 2.5 - Fair: We have some reservations, buy with caution
- 2.0 - Subpar: We do not recommend, buy with extreme caution
- 1.5 - Poor: Do not buy this product
- 1.0 - Dismal: Don't even think about buying this product
Read Our Editorial Mission Statement and Testing Methodologies.
The Desloc D110 Plus is a reasonably priced smart lock that offers multiple ways to lock and unlock your door, including app and voice controls, a fingerprint scanner, a keypad, and a traditional keyway.
Full Desloc Smart Lock D110 Plus ReviewPros
- Multiple unlocking methods
- Onboard status screen
- Supports voice control
Cons
- Doesn't support HomeKit or IFTTT
- Batteries not included
Pros
- Multiple unlocking methods
- Onboard status screen
- Supports voice control
Cons
- Doesn't support HomeKit or IFTTT
- Batteries not included
Igloohome Padlock 2 and Bridge
- 5.0 - Exemplary: Near perfection, ground-breaking
- 4.5 - Outstanding: Best in class, acts as a benchmark for measuring competitors
- 4.0 - Excellent: A performance, feature, or value leader in its class, with few shortfalls
- 3.5 - Good: Does what the product should do, and does so better than many competitors
- 3.0 - Average: Does what the product should do, and sits in the middle of the pack
- 2.5 - Fair: We have some reservations, buy with caution
- 2.0 - Subpar: We do not recommend, buy with extreme caution
- 1.5 - Poor: Do not buy this product
- 1.0 - Dismal: Don't even think about buying this product
Read Our Editorial Mission Statement and Testing Methodologies.
The Igloohome Padlock 2 and Bridge smart lock combo is secure and easy to use with support for app, keypad, and voice control.
Full Igloohome Padlock 2 and Bridge ReviewPros
- Sturdy build
- Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity
- Flexible access options
- Supports Alexa voice control
Cons
- Pricey
- Requires bridge (included) for remote access
- Doesn't support HomeKit, IFTTT, or Matter
Pros
- Sturdy build
- Bluetooth and Wi-Fi connectivity
- Flexible access options
- Supports Alexa voice control
Cons
- Pricey
- Requires bridge (included) for remote access
- Doesn't support HomeKit, IFTTT, or Matter
Kwikset Halo Touch Fingerprint Smart Lock
- 5.0 - Exemplary: Near perfection, ground-breaking
- 4.5 - Outstanding: Best in class, acts as a benchmark for measuring competitors
- 4.0 - Excellent: A performance, feature, or value leader in its class, with few shortfalls
- 3.5 - Good: Does what the product should do, and does so better than many competitors
- 3.0 - Average: Does what the product should do, and sits in the middle of the pack
- 2.5 - Fair: We have some reservations, buy with caution
- 2.0 - Subpar: We do not recommend, buy with extreme caution
- 1.5 - Poor: Do not buy this product
- 1.0 - Dismal: Don't even think about buying this product
Read Our Editorial Mission Statement and Testing Methodologies.
The Kwikset Halo Touch Smart Lock lets you lock and unlock your door with your phone, voice, keys, and fingerprint.
Full Kwikset Halo Touch Fingerprint Smart Lock ReviewPros
- Multiple ways to lock and unlock, including fingerprint scanner
- Built-in Wi-Fi
- Supports Alexa and Google voice commands
- Easy installation
- Stylish design
Cons
- Pricey
- Doesn't support HomeKit or IFTTT
- Limited third-party integrations
Pros
- Multiple ways to lock and unlock, including fingerprint scanner
- Built-in Wi-Fi
- Supports Alexa and Google voice commands
- Easy installation
- Stylish design
Cons
- Pricey
- Doesn't support HomeKit or IFTTT
- Limited third-party integrations
Yale Assure Lock 2
- 5.0 - Exemplary: Near perfection, ground-breaking
- 4.5 - Outstanding: Best in class, acts as a benchmark for measuring competitors
- 4.0 - Excellent: A performance, feature, or value leader in its class, with few shortfalls
- 3.5 - Good: Does what the product should do, and does so better than many competitors
- 3.0 - Average: Does what the product should do, and sits in the middle of the pack
- 2.5 - Fair: We have some reservations, buy with caution
- 2.0 - Subpar: We do not recommend, buy with extreme caution
- 1.5 - Poor: Do not buy this product
- 1.0 - Dismal: Don't even think about buying this product
Read Our Editorial Mission Statement and Testing Methodologies.
The Yale Assure Lock 2 is a style-minded smart lock that makes it easy to go keyless and manage access to your front door while offering interoperability with many popular third-party smart home platforms.
Full Yale Assure Lock 2 ReviewPros
- Sleek design
- Keyed, keyless, physical button, and touch-screen options
- Bluetooth and HomeKit support
- Well-designed companion app
- Works with Apple Watch
- Wi-Fi models work with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
Cons
- Poor battery life on Wi-Fi model
- Short low-battery warning lead time
- Iffy Auto-Unlock performance over Wi-Fi
- DoorSense device may require drilling
Pros
- Sleek design
- Keyed, keyless, physical button, and touch-screen options
- Bluetooth and HomeKit support
- Well-designed companion app
- Works with Apple Watch
- Wi-Fi models work with Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant
Cons
- Poor battery life on Wi-Fi model
- Short low-battery warning lead time
- Iffy Auto-Unlock performance over Wi-Fi
- DoorSense device may require drilling
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The Aqara Smart Lock U400 offers multiple ways to unlock your door and uses the latest technology to connect to most home automation platforms, but you’ll need a Thread-enabled Matter controller to do so.
$269.99
This keyless entry deadbolt ditches traditional keys for PIN-based access, auto-lock, and unlimited one-time guest codes. It's now just $67.99, down from $129.99.
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$279.99
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$263.20
The Desloc D110 Plus is a reasonably priced smart lock that offers multiple ways to lock and unlock your door, including app and voice controls, a fingerprint scanner, a keypad, and a traditional keyway.
$79.99
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The Ultraloq Smart Lock is on sale, and you can get it for $75.50 less today at Amazon (and we're still weeks away from Black Friday).
The Eufy FamiLock S3 Max is a Matter-enabled smart lock that doubles as a 2K video doorbell and includes palm scanning, voice control support, and an innovative interior screen that lets you view the camera feed from inside your home.
$329.99
The Nuki Smart Lock works with your existing deadbolt and locks and unlocks in a snap, but you’ll need to pay extra for remote control over Wi-Fi and other basic features.
$198.99
Losing keys is outdated. This Philips lock offers keyless entry with a fingerprint reader and app support, and it’s $55 off on Amazon today.
The Lockin Veno Pro is a versatile smart lock that supports palm and fingerprint scanning and doubles as a 2K video doorbell.
$297.49
This on-sale smart lock offers keyless entry with a fingerprint reader and app support, giving your front door a security upgrade without the need for wiring.
Every day, we head into the deal mines, digging for savings and discounts on the best electronics out there. And every day, there's one deal that stands above them all. This is that deal!
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