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- Hi, and welcome to Expert Picks
the Modern Lock edition.
I'm Jen,
a home expert from Best Buy
and I'm here to help you find
a smart lock that's right for you.
We'll walk through three popular models
and I'll give you my perspective on each.
Here they are.
The August Wi-Fi Smart Lock + Keypad.
The Yale Assure Smart Lock with Wi-Fi.
And the Yale Assure Lock Touchscreen Keypad Door Lock.
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First up,
let's take a look at a retrofit lock.
The August Wi-Fi Smart Lock +Keypad.
This is the perfect deadbolt upgrade
for those looking for a feature packed
but sleek looking smart lock.
I love that it works with my existing deadbolt,
which means I can keep my keys.
This is great for renters
since you can easily swap back
to the original hardware when it's time to move.
And with built-in Bluetooth and Wi-Fi,
there's no need for a special hub or additional wiring.
This smart lock brings next level control
to your deadbolt.
Does this sound familiar?
You're halfway to the movie theater
and you ask yourself,
did I remember to lock the door?
You drive all the way back only to realize
that yes, it is indeed closed and locked.
That's totally never happened to me before.
Well, with the August Wifi Smart Lock,
you can be confident your doors locked when you leave
with its Auto-lock feature.
And with the included door sense accessory,
you'll even be able to tell
if the door is opened or closed.
And this combo unit we're looking at includes
the August Smart keypad.
This can easily be installed
on the wall next to the door.
It allows you to get in
if you don't have your key or phone
as another great way
to give a guest temporary access.
There's also a model
that doesn't include the Keypad,
if that's best for you.
So what didn't I love?
Well,
I couldn't automatically add Auto-lock
at certain times of the day.
And if you wanted to add group locks,
that wasn't included either.
However, both functions could be accomplished
by using third-party automation apps
like Apple Home Kit.
So definitely wasn't a deal breaker.
So, if you're looking for a smart lock
that will work with your existing deadbolt
with all the bells and whistles,
August Wi-Fi Smart Lock + Keypad
could be the lock for you.
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Next up let's check out
the Yale Assure Smart Lock with Wi-Fi.
This smart lock replaces your entire deadbolt
with a keyhole and touch screen Keypad
on the outside for a futuristic all-in-one look.
The Yale Assure Smart Lock connects over Wi-Fi
using the included Wi-Fi Module
and Connect Bridge,
which gives you access
to the wonderful Yale Access app.
Now, you should know the August and Yale locks
can be used with either app.
So, just pick the one that you prefer
or already use.
One thing I really loved is Auto-unlock.
Let's say you're bringing in groceries,
your hands are full
and your phone is in your pocket.
Well,
Auto-unlock can tell that you're getting close
based on the location of your phone
and automatically unlocks the door.
Pretty cool.
Oh and not only can you in change
the status of the lock with the app
but this is where you can grant temporary
or permanent access to a guest or family member.
And if you want to see who's coming and going,
you can setup push notifications
to be alerted in real time
or you access history in the activity log.
You can also pair it with your smart home hub
like Alexa or Google assistant for voice control.
How cool is that?
"Alexa, lock the door."
So, if you're looking for a smart lock
that will replace your existing lock
and add some amazing features,
the Yale Assure Smart Lock
could be the lock for you.
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Let's talk about the Yale Assure Lock.
This lock has the same great style
of the Yale Assure Smart Lock with Wi-Fi.
But for those who want to enjoy keyless entry
and aren't interested in investing
in a smart lock quite yet.
You can easily upgrade
to an app based lock in your future,
if you change your mind later.
The lock can be used with both the included keys
and programmed with up to 25 different user codes
for keyless entry.
That way you can temporarily give someone access
and disable their code later.
What didn't I love?
I wish the locks offered a master key
so I could re-key the locks themselves.
Not a huge deal
but something to keep in mind.
But the best part,
if you decide you're ready for a smart lock,
you can use the Yale Wi-Fi upgrade kit
to essentially convert your lock
into the Yale Assure Smart Lock with Wi-Fi.
Now that's an upgrade,
especially since it includes
the Auto-unlock feature.
So, if you're looking for a smart lock
to ease you into the future,
the Yale Assure Lock might be the lock for you.
Well, that was fun.
These are just a few of the locks to choose from.
Hopefully this video has helped you
to begin to explore your options a bit more.
But before we wrap it up,
here's a quick recap,
August Wi-Fi Smart Lock + keypad,
sleek look with powerful features
and an easy installation
that lets you keep your keys
and can be swapped out when you move.
Yale Assure Smart Lock with Wi-Fi,
another powerful smart lock
with many of the same features
but with a different style
that completely replaces your existing lock.
Yale Assure Lock, sleek and simple.
Great way to ease your way into keyless entry
with the ability to upgrade when you're ready.
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the Modern Lock edition.
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