Best smart locks for home. Smart Locks for SmartHome

Best smart locks for home. Smart Locks for SmartHome:

Smart security products have become increasingly popular in recent years. Among them are smart locks, which allow you to secure your doors remotely and give you a way to get back into your home through your smartphone when you've forgotten your keys. To help you wade through the many options available now.

 we've rounded up some of the best smart locks available now that will make your home safer and more intelligent than ever:

• August Smart Lock Pro:

Pros: Uses existing lock, proxy auto-unlock / lock, voice control, Airbnb and HomeAway compatible

Cons: Wi-Fi not built-in, expensive

Most of today's new smart locks replace your deadbolt, but the August Smart Lock Pro is less intrusive. It molds onto your current deadbolt, meaning you can continue to use your existing keys. The lock is also handsomely designed of brushed metal, and works with all three major smart systems - Google, Apple and Amazon.

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• Schlage Sense:

Pros: Easy to install. Nicely designed app. Built-in tamper alarm. Supports voice control.

Cons: Pricey. Requires additional device for remote control.

If you're looking for a reliable, easy-to-use and well-designed smart lock, the Schlage Sense is a great option. The lock unit is designed large and simple, centered on a traditional keypad. With this lock installed, you can unlock your door with a custom code, a traditional physical key or with your smartphone via your smart home network. The lock is compatible with Amazon Alexa, Apple HomeKit and Google Assistant. It connects via Bluetooth, or you can operate the lock remotely with the Schlage Sense Wi-Fi adapter.

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• Yale Assure SL:

Pros: Beautifully designed. Easy to install. Voice-assisted programming.

Cons: Pricey. No dedicated app. Requires Z-Wave controller for remote operation.

This smart lock option from Yale features the same beautiful design as its cousin, the Deadbolt Lock, plus even more features. It's compatible with Samsung SmartThings, Wink and Amazon Alexa, all through the Z-Wave system, can lock automatically, be managed from your smartphone, and is easy to install.

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• Kwikset Kevo:

Pros: Easy installation. Responsive. Sleek design. Integration with third party devices.

Cons: Expensive. Remote management cost extra. No voice control. Fobs and additional eKeys cost extra.

Not only can you use your smartphone app or a traditional key to open the Kwikset Kevo, you can just tap it to unlock, too. The trick is the connection the lock establishes with the phone in your pocket. The Kevo is Amazon Alexa compatible with the Kevo Plus Hub.

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