Welcome back Home Enthusiasts! We're IN THE HOME and we're here to help you decide which
Smart Locks to buy today. As always don't worry about taking any notes - all the links for the
products we mention are in the description below. While smart locks may seem like something straight
out of a science fiction movie, they're real and they're surprisingly convenient. They can
pair with a mobile app on your smartphone to allow remote access and keyless entry to lock,
unlock and monitor your front door with the app or even just a voice command.
Picking the best smart lock for your home seems to be so hard,
so that is why we have put together this top 5 list of smart locks that will suit your needs.
The team has prepared this list for you through comprehensive research. The Smart Locks that have
been selected have been chosen based on product features, reviews in the marketplace, quality
of finish and price, and where possible we have been mindful of the different types of buyers.
We do suggest you stick around until the end to see who wins the number one position on our list.
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this one. Remember you can find the options to our list in the description down below as well as
timestamps to help you navigate through the video. The Smart Lock coming in at number 5
on our list is the August Smart Lock. August locks have always worked well with
other smart home devices. The August mobile app or the Apple HomeKit app can be used to lock and
unlock it. A pairing code is kept right below the lock's faceplate, making it instantly accessible
while remaining out of the way. The new August Wi-Fi Smart Lock, which is compatible with Apple's
HomeKit, is a dependable and secure way to protect your house. Unlike other smart locks, the August
Wi-Fi Smart Lock just requires you to replace the inside portion of your deadbolt. That means you
can still use the keys that came with the deadbolt when it was first installed. If you want a keypad
like the ones seen in other smart locks, you'll have to buy it separately. August Wi-Fi Smart
Lock is easy to set up. Our team tested this lock and found that it takes roughly 5 to 7 minutes
to install and only requires a screwdriver. August was able to reduce the size significantly,
making it exactly the same size as a typical doorknob. The knob has the same design as before,
with a circular cylinder that sits close to flush with the door. When the August logo is pressed
down on the front of the lock, a metal plate can be removed. It also features an auto-lock,
which works in the opposite direction. With that, August will automatically lock after
a set period of time. The good thing is you can receive notifications on August using HomeKit,
so you'll be notified when it locks or unlocks. August provides a multitude of security features
as well as a great deal of convenience to your home.
Our team felt that its overall performance made this product to be at the number 5 on our list.
The Smart Lock coming in at number 4 on our list is the Kwikset Halo Wi-Fi Smart Lock.
The Kwikset Halo Wi-Fi smart lock can be connected to your home Wi-Fi network and an internet
connection, allowing you to control your lock from anywhere using your smartphone. It allows you to
create up to 250 unique user codes that you may share with friends, family, and visitors. You can
operate the lock using Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa. You can also include the lock-in Google
or Alexa routines. Its SmartKey Security feature detects and prevents popular break-in techniques
including lock picking, torque attacks, and lock bumping. In addition, if you lose your keys,
you can simply re-key your lock, rendering the previous keys useless. The Halo Touch Smart Lock
offers security and ease of use. There isn't a physical keypad for entering codes. On the
face of the lock, there s a simple fingerprint scanner under an LED indicator bar. The lock is
much smaller than most other smart locks because it does not have a number pad. The lock appears to
be a normal deadbolt, with a basic black area in the center enabling fingerprint reading. Despite
its compact size, the Halo Touch Smart Lock is stylish and well-designed. The Halo Touch Smart
lock is BHMA-certified, which is the highest level of performance for a residential lock.
This implies that this lock has been put through a battery of security and operational tests
to assure its high quality and long life. The Halo from Kwikset is a bit pricey. On
the other hand, for this price, you'll get HomeKit compatibility, greater Google Home functionality,
and the ability to use your existing external hardware. So, if you don't want to sacrifice
your home's aesthetic standards to install a smart lock, the Halo Touch Smart Lock is a good choice.
The Smart Lock coming in at number 3 on our list is the Eufy Security Smart Lock Touch.
The Eufy Touch is a stylish lock that includes everything you'll need to replace your current
system. The exterior component is made of zinc alloy and stainless steel and has an
IP65 waterproof rating. This will keep households safe no matter where they are.
It can survive both high and low temperatures, as well as rain. This lock has a sleek matte black
finish and a glossy black backlit touch-screen keypad. Even though it runs on four AA batteries,
there's a Micro USB connector on the underside of the outer assembly that can be connected to
a power source. That will come in handy if the battery runs out and you don't have the
actual keys with you. The battery is rated for one year, and after two weeks of use,
it still shows all five bars. Our team loved the idea that its Wi-Fi has the same level as other
recent smart locks in terms of functionality. This will keep you updated on what's going on at home,
such as when the door is locked or unlocked and at what time. You also have complete control over
the days and hours that these temporary codes are active, which is ideal for your visitors.
If you're concerned about your privacy, rest assured that your fingerprints and in-app data
are saved locally using a "bank-grade" encryption chip. The fingerprint sensor, which recognizes you
in less than a second, is without a doubt a popular method of unlocking the lock.
The Eufy Security Smart Lock Touch competes with the majority of its contemporaries.
Fortunately, the Eufy lock is also quite slim, so it's not as noticeable as you might assume.
Its entry is worth considering if you need fingerprint-scanning capabilities
in your smart lock. This is no wonder that this product is at the number 3 on our top 5 list.
The Smart Lock coming in at number 2 on our list is the Schlage Encode Smart Wi-Fi Deadbolt.
The Schlage Encode is a great smart door lock. When it comes to connecting smart door locks to
Wi-Fi, many require a separate bridge, but the Schlage Encode has Wi-Fi integrated right in.
It has high-security ratings, an ADA-compliant keypad, and a variety of design options. You can
lock or unlock the Schlage Encode from anywhere as long as you have your smartphone once it's
connected to your Wi-Fi. This is a useful feature since there are many smart door locks available,
not all of them can connect to your Wi-Fi network. They either don't do it or require a separate
Wi-Fi bridge before you can use an app to manage your lock remotely. Smart door locks rarely have
their own alarms, but our team found that Schlage Encode has this feature. If the Schlage senses
someone attempting to force their way through the lock, it will make a beeping siren-like noise to
alert you. You can set temporary or permanent guest access codes with the Schlage Encode,
so your pet can come and go without needing a physical key. You can also use the Schlage Home
app to create virtual keys that allow guests to enter your home. The Schlage Encode comes
with a long list of smart home integrations. It's compatible with the Schlage Home app, as
well as Ring home security and security cameras. The Schlage Encode Smart Wi-Fi Deadbolt is one
of the greatest smart door locks you can buy for the money and features. This lock isn't cheap, but
it's in the middle of the smart door lock price range. The Schlage Encode is a good buy, and you
will get your money's worth out of it, so our team decided to put it at the number 2 on our list.
And finally we come to the number 1 Smart Lock on our list: the Yale Assure Lock SL.
The Assure Lock SL is a deadbolt with an extremely slim design. It is a keyless smart lock that
includes an August Connect module. You'll never be locked out as long as you remember the code,
which is why this is one of the best smart locks available that doesn't require a key. It's worth
noting that you'll need a way to connect the Assure Lock SL to your Wi-Fi or smart home hub
if you wish to control it remotely. The keypad lights up when you touch it, but it does not
offer a manual key option. This lock will tell you what's going on with beeps and voice prompts.
Our team found the installation process to be simple and straightforward, taking about-.
The lock's backside contains four AA batteries as well as a locking mechanism. It has a nice rounded
shape, however, it takes up a lot of space on the back of the door. DoorSense is a unique feature
that detects when the bolt has slipped into place. It locks the door using a small magnet
attached to the door frame. As a result, the Assure can detect if someone pressed the lock
as well as if the door is open. This feature gives you peace of mind that the lock has
been activated when someone uses it remotely. The Yale Assure SL offers a sleek design and
a variety of smart home integration features. This lock is an excellent choice if you want a
lock that allows you to say goodbye to your keys. With all of its radio options, it can
connect to practically any smart home hub or a security system on the market. It's no surprise
that this product is at the top of our list. And there you have it folks - the five Smart
Locks which got our team at IN THE HOME excited this year.
If you have any contenders for our next Smart Lock roundup, which you would like our team to test,
do drop it in the comments section below and we will be sure to look it over for our next update.
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