Lock reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 183 Reddit reviews across 29 subreddits and 54 posts to rank the best Lock brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/HomeKit, r/homeautomation, r/smarthome, r/bicycletouring, r/airbnb_hosts. Top-rated brands include Schlage (4.6/5), Kryptonite (4.2/5), Aqara (4.6/5).
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Reviews183
Subreddits29
Posts54
Brands46
Products69
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#1
Schlage
4.6
(38)
"Seconded. I have it on my front door. It’s REALLY nice."
"Have 2 Schlage and now 3 Aqara U50's."
"Schlage Encode +. I have two of them and they are worth every penny."
"I have Schlage for years, bought the last generation one 2 years ago and warmly recommend it."
"Another here for Schlage. Works flawlessly and you can tap to unlock with your phone or watch."
"Deadbolt style? Schlage encode plus or Level Lock+ Matter over Thread variant."
"Schlage encode plus is the one for me if you want home key support."
"I really like my Schlage Encode Plus."
"Schlage Encode Plus hands down one of the best on the market."
"Schlage Encode Plus is super easy to setup and is rock solid."
#2
Kryptonite
4.2
(21)
"I use 3 locks. Two u locks and one kryptonite chain."
"Secure your bike to something that doesn't move"
"Zero complaints so far!"
"Provides peace of mind when securing my e-bike."
"I use a Kryptonite U lock on the frame and rear wheel and my other components have security bolts."
"I am looking at the Mini-6 because lighter than mini-7."
"Better U-locks can withstand bolt cutters, they slip off the shackle. Nothing helps against an angle grinder. I use a Kryptonite mini U-lock."
"I quite like the kryptonite mini. Heavyish, but I can mount it to my frame so it's out the way and I don't notice it."
"If you are going to leave it unattended, Kryptonite NY and always take the battery with you."
"I use a kryptonite u-lock but I carry it on a pletscher snap rack."
#3
Aqara
4.6
(15)
"Aqara. Changed from eufy and it’s so much better and so much less expensive."
"I installed the Aqara U300 a few weeks ago. It’s been working great for me."
"Huge fan of the Aqara U100!"
"I switched to Aqara U100s, which are working flawlessly."
"Recently purchased the Aqara u200 and I love it."
"The Aqara locks are awesome."
"Aqara U200"
"I recently got the Aqara U200 and it’s been flawless."
"It has all the features I want and more."
"For a more budget friendly option, Aqara u50."
#4
Abus
3.9
(13)
"Never ever worried when it’s locked up."
"Abus 55/40 amazing feedback."
"I carry a 1kg Abus lock with me."
"I have an abus one of these on my touring bike, also a chain that connects to it to go around a lamppost etc."
"Abus bordo"
"Buy any that looks bulky, I use abus chain, and smaller one to lock a wheel to your frame"
"Get a decent padlock, like an 83-series Abus, that the average YouTube University student won't be able to pick or bypass."
"There are frame mountable folding locks by Abus."
"A cheap lock with a good feel."
"Abus 55/40 Abus 72/40 Paclock 90A Pro Master Lock 150."
#5
Litelok
4.6
(7)
"If you live in a high theft area where thieves use angle grinders, then get one of the angle grinder resistant locks, like the Litelok X1 or X3."
"Another vote for the LiteLok X1, great combo of price and security."
"I use a Litelock X1."
"I personally use my Litelok x1 combined with an old kryptonite cable for the wheels and have never had an issue."
"Litelok x1 or x3, but they are expensive."
"Pricey and a wait (at least when I bought mine). But I still wouldn't leave anything out overnight."
"It's the least pricey one from them but still resistant to angle-grinders."
#6
Yale
3.6
(7)
"I use the Yale assure 2, Bluetooth version, it connect to my appletv so can control it when I’m away from home."
"The Yale Assure 2 locks have been my favorite after having 6 locks over the years. I like the sensor based auto lock and the long battery life."
"Yale X Nest lock with Starling home hub. I have two of them and it works well."
"We use the Yale Assure 2, works great and we program each guest's last 4 of their phone number in as their code."
"I have a cabinet lock from Yale that I use for a liquor cabinet."
"Went from the latest Yale (sucked up batteries like no tomorrow and caused me to get locked out) to the Level +."
"DO NOT get the new Yale Assure. That thing is buggy and NOT user friendly."
#7
Level
4.8
(5)
"Use key faces on both sides."
"I couldn't be a bigger fan of the Level Lock+."
"I love my Level locks."
"I have been using Level and love it."
"After I renovate I’m planning on getting a lock+ from https://level.co which supports Apple Home keys."
#8
Schaller
4.8
(4)
"I put the schaller s locks on all of my guitars."
"I prefer Schallers."
"The basic Schaller ones are the best me thinks."
"I use Schallers."
#9
Level Lock
4.5
(4)
"I picked up the Level Lock, and so far really enjoying it."
"If somehow you are able to get Level, I can’t recommend it enough, the matter update is amazing!"
"Level Lock is probably the smallest one out there."
"I use a Level lock, which has the advantage of not looking like a smart lock."
#10
Lockly
4.5
(4)
"I think I’m the first in this post to recommend the LOCKLY brand smart lock."
"The new Lockly Visage Zeno is the best HomeKit lock I’ve ever seen/used."
"We like it :)"
"Overall, they are very nice, high quality locks."
#11
August
3.6
(5)
"If you want to just use what’s already in place, I have been using the August locks for years and am very happy overall."
"I have an August (back door) and a level (front). I prefer the level."
"August has some nice ones; I’ve had a couple of them for years and love them."
"August has been okay."
"August."
#12
Nuki
4.3
(4)
"Something like a Nuki that attaches to the euro cylinder might work."
"Nuki 3."
"Something like Nuki will likely work though."
"Maybe a Nuki would work for you?"
#13
Kwikset
4.0
(4)
"I've been using the Kwikset Premis for 6 years."
"I have a Kwikset Halo."
"We did kwikset as they’re easy to rekey yourself."
"Basic Schlage or Kwikset from Home Depot will do fine."
#14
Hiplok
4.0
(4)
"I’m a big fan of the Hiplok DX1000."
"Hiplok pop would offer lightweight protection for a quick stop."
"I go with a reuasable Ziptie with a steel core l, the Hiplock, 99.9 of the time."
"I use a hiplok z lock. It isn't secure at all but between that and putting my helmet through the spokes it would take a bit more time for my bike to get stolen"
#15
U-lock
4.7
(3)
"Heaviest duty hardened chain that stays on your rack that your U-locks go into to give you room to properly lock. Then double up with another U-locks to make things less convenient, too, since this seems like a high temptation area for professionals."
"U-lock capturing the frame and rack is a must!"
"U-locks are the only ones I trust."
#16
Eufy
4.7
(3)
"I have the eufy e30, matter over thread and so far I love it."
"The eufy deadbolt has worked perfectly for me."
"Recently purchased the Eufy E30."
#17
ABUS
4.3
(3)
"I have way too much invested in my e-bike to go cheap and worry about it being stolen."
"I use the foldy lock and he’s honestly perfect!"
"The folding ABUS locks are becoming pretty popular and are effective in busy areas for avoiding bike theft."
#18
OnGuard
5.0
(2)
"On Guard."
"[onguard rock solid] can be bought in Amazon for $250."
#19
U200
5.0
(2)
"I have a pretty similar situation as you and have a U200 which works fine."
"U200 works"
#20
August Smart Lock
5.0
(2)
"August makes the best smart locks with the best features."
"I’ve had an August Smart Lock for more than three years. It’s worked flawlessly for me, and the geofenced unlocking works every time."
#21
Schlage Encode Plus
4.5
(2)
"Schlage Encode Plus is super easy to setup and is rock solid."
"Schlage Encode Plus or Aqara U100 in that order i’d say"
#22
Bold
4.5
(2)
"I think any cylinder-replacing lock will work like the Bold Smart Lock."
"Bold Smart Lock may work here."
#23
Schlage Encode
4.5
(2)
"Schlage Encode 1000%."
"Schlage Encode."
#24
Sifely
4.5
(2)
"The Batteries easily last a year, thousands of codes, inexpensive, every feature imaginable."
"I like Sifely because it replaces the knob not the deadbolt and it has every feature imaginable."
#25
Hiplok D1000
4.0
(2)
"I personally have the hiplok d1000, i recommend it but sometimes tricky to lock."
"Hiplok D1000 Anti Grinder Proof Best U Lock"
#26
Seatylock
4.0
(2)
"Seatylock Mason"
"Mason lock. Diamond rated. Sub 1kg"
#27
Ace
4.0
(2)
"I was actually going to swing by an ace tomorrow to grab one of their laminated locks."
"Ace hardware 4 pin laminated padlock is a great place to start with security pins."
#28
Skunklock
5.0
(1)
"Skunklock u lock on amazon has the highest rating against grinder wheels."
#29
Level Lock Plus
5.0
(1)
"The level lock plus has been a great lock for me."
#30
Civivi
5.0
(1)
"Civivi Vision FG or Demko FDE Shark Cub imo, can't go wrong with them!"
#31
Lockly Visage
5.0
(1)
"I just upgraded to the Lockly Visage last year, because I wanted the facial recognition."
#32
Lockly Secure Pro
5.0
(1)
"I've used the Lockly Secure Pro for about 3 years, without any issues."
#33
SwitchBot
5.0
(1)
"I’ve been loving the SwitchBot Lock Pro."
#34
Abus Granit Plus 640
5.0
(1)
"I can vouch for Abus Granit plus 640."
#35
Disc Lock
5.0
(1)
"Disc Lock with alarm (their awesome and like 15 bucks)"
#36
Yale Assure SL
4.0
(1)
"Yale Assure SL"
#37
Tex-Lock
4.0
(1)
"I have a very nice lock - it’s a new system…"
#38
Ottolock
4.0
(1)
"I use the ottolock. A thief could probably bite it over, but it would take them 5 minutes."
#39
Adds
4.0
(1)
"I’ve got an adds folding lock which comfortable fits in a saddle bag made by Selle Royal."
#40
TTlock
4.0
(1)
"TTlock has been reliable for us."
#41
Master Lock
4.0
(1)
"This one wont need a key that gets lost."
#42
Disc Brake Locks
4.0
(1)
"Disc brake locks add a level of security when used in conjunction with other locks, they don’t weight much and are compact"
#43
Folding Lock
4.0
(1)
"The folding lock is great, just make sure to get the longer one."
#44
Foldylock
3.0
(1)
"I use the Foldylock (also called Seatylock). My Rift was recently stolen and they cut the stair rail my bike was locked to, then cut the Foldylock later when they had time."
#45
Skunk Lock
3.0
(1)
"Skunk lock would be my recommendation as it literally uses chemicals to deter theft."
#46
Abus 640 Granit Mini
3.0
(1)
"Abus 640 Granit mini. 18cm shackle."
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