For the tech-phobic, Kwikset’s Halo is the simplest yet most complete smart lock available. Halo can be opened/operated via a PIN code, an app, or a standard physical key, for those naturally wary of ...

I’ve waited a decade to get a smart lock. Upon moving into a new apartment, the first thing I did was install the new Level Lock Pro. After a month of testing, it has been very much worth the wait.

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Hagop is passionate about smart home products, especially when it comes to making life easier. He's always eager to try out new technologies to make life easier, in terms of cleaning, automation, and ...

The Aqara Smart Lock U300 is a reminder that not all smart locks are deadbolts. The U300 is a lever-style lock that works with a spring latch. While spring latches aren’t considered as secure as ...

The Proscenic Smart Lock L60 delivers more convenience features than you might expect from such an inexpensive smart deadbolt (be aware that Wi-Fi connectivity costs extra). But if you have high ...

Philips’ entrée into the smart lock market only began in earnest late last year, but the company now has no fewer than 14 SKUs in three series. There are six models in the 4000 series, with the ...

Looks great. Easy to install on existing locks. Renter-friendly. No hub needed. Comes with a keypad to add codes and thumbprints as unlocking methods. Needs subscription to get detailed notifications ...

Yale’s latest Smart Lock no longer bears the “Nest” tag, but Google Home still prefers it over other options. For the first time, it’s supported by just about any smart home ecosystem with Matter, an ...

For the past two weeks, I’ve been unlocking my front door without ever touching a keypad, fingerprint reader, smartphone, or physical key, thanks to a new smart lock. It’s the first lock I’ve ...