Smart Lock reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 226 Reddit reviews across 21 subreddits and 85 posts to rank the best Smart Lock brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/homeautomation, r/smarthome, r/HomeKit, r/homeassistant, r/airbnb_hosts. Top-rated brands include Schlage (4.5/5), Yale (4.4/5), Aqara (4.4/5).
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Reviews226
Subreddits21
Posts85
Brands63
Products46
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#1
Schlage
4.5
(40)
"Schlage"
"Love my Schlage Encode! It’s pricey but I bought two for my house. The integration with Alexa and HomeKit and Home Key has been awesome."
"That sucks. I love my encode plus."
"My Schlage locks have been fine for years."
"I have 2 encode locks and have had no problems with either of them."
"My Schlage has been working flawlessly for 4 years now."
"I have a Schlage Connect that I bought 7, almost 8 years ago. At the end of last year it just “died”. They ended up just sending me a brand new one."
"Schlage. I go with the old trusty brand."
"Seconded. I have it on my front door. It’s REALLY nice."
"I have the Schlage encode plus works great use my Apple Watch to open it."
#2
Yale
4.4
(25)
"I use the Yale Assure Lock 2 and it's been a game-changer for home security."
"I went with Yales Assure Lock 2. I love it, when I get close to my house it auto unlocks the door for me."
"Same here using 4 Assure Lock 2 but with the ZWave 700 dongle."
"Same. Yale access lock for three years now. Changed batteries once no issues."
"Weve got 3 yale assure 2 locks with just BT and theyve been great."
"We’ve been using Yale Access for the last few years. We’ve not had any issues."
"Yale assure."
"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."
"I would definitely buy a smart lock by Yale since I've head no issues with mine."
"I have Yale and it works amazing."
#3
Aqara
4.4
(18)
"I’ve had one for a while now and it’s been flawless since I bought it."
"Get the Aqara u100 its solid and has everything."
"If it fits, I‘d install the aqara a100 door lock, it looks sleek, should fit if it‘s the standard height for the plate, comes with a ton of features and there‘s a Zigbee version of it as well."
"The Aqara U100 has all the features I want and more."
"Works perfectly with Homekit and has Apple Homekey support."
"The best one is the aqara u100 but there are lot of good options like slage encode, yale etc"
"Aqara A100 is the best option for iOS users."
"Aqara u200 is pretty great"
"Just replaced it with an Aqara u100 and while I don't like the aesthetic of it as much it has so many more features."
"I installed the Aqara U200 on my doors, BUT I had to change the key cylinder..."
#4
August
4.4
(16)
"I love my August Smart Lock! Why would you use anything else? It's easy to install too. And works like a charm for me."
"We use August Pro locks and have zero issues. I recommend them to everyone."
"I keep buying them on FB marketplace when the come up. I have 3 now, and need one more for the garage and I'm done."
"I've had mine for just over a year with no issues. Always works with Apple Watch."
"August makes the best smart locks with the best features."
"Just installed an August Smart Lock. This way the complex maintenance can still get in and you won't get yelled at."
"I absolutely love it."
"No issues with our two August Pro locks. The auto-unlock seems to only work with one or the other - not both simultaneously - but great other than that."
"August Pro was the first smart lock I purchased and really liked it."
"I was gonna recommend August smart locks for only modifying the interior"
#5
Nuki
4.0
(11)
"Check Nuki and Tedee."
"I’ve been using the Nuki smart lock pro for 2y and it’s super good and reliable."
"I found Nuki a good option that works on the common cylinders/lock types."
"Just wondering why you are not considering NUKI? Personal preference or feedback from other users."
"Something like Nuki will likely work though."
"However it looks like something a Nuki would fit."
"For Euro cylinders the key players are Nuki, Switchbot and Aqara."
"Nuki. New one should work really well."
"Nuki 4 or 5 for a smaller profile."
"Something like a Nuki that attaches to the euro cylinder might work"
#6
Lockly
4.2
(10)
"I use LOCKLY Secure Pro Smart Deadbolt. Has everything I need and allows everything you’ve asked for (and more)."
"I use the Lockly Visage with facial unlock. It comes with 2 rechargeable batteries which charge via USB C. It also has fingerprint unlock and a pin pad."
"I just upgraded to the Lockly Visage last year, because I wanted the facial recognition."
"I've used the Lockly Secure Pro for about 3 years, without any issues."
"The Lockly Visage features advanced security with 3D facial recognition and a fingerprint scanner."
"I like Lockly for their great app experience and the quality of their hardware."
"We have a lockly lock from bunnings, it's very small."
"That looks like any standard smart lock should fit it."
"We bought into Lockly. Overall, they are very nice, high quality locks."
"Considered bulky and ugly compared to alternatives."
#7
Level
4.1
(8)
"Level Bolt... Use key faces on both sides."
"Smart lock"
"I use level locks since they blend well with out looking like tech."
"Level Bolt. Keep all the hardware including the current keys except the bolt inside the door."
"Maybe the Level smart bolt."
"Level has a lock that only needs the bolt swapped."
"I went with the Level Bolt and keypad."
"You are probably going to be limited to something like the level bolt with keypad."
#8
August Smart Lock
4.6
(5)
"I've used them in my apartment for years"
"I third(?) the August locks. They integrate with Home Assistant really well."
"It’s worked flawlessly for me, and the geofenced unlocking works every time."
"August is solid although the form factor is rather large."
"I used and loved August for almost ten years in our 50 year old ranch house."
#9
Level Lock
4.2
(5)
"Level lock is sooo nice, would definitely recommend."
"Level Lock is probably the smallest one out there."
"More discreet, still smart."
"You might be able to use a Level lock."
"I think level lock may be a good option as it replaces the deadbolt guts so nothing is exposed to outside elements."
#10
Switchbot
4.0
(5)
"Super easy to install and offers multiple access options including fingerprint and passcode."
"I used a SwitchBot lock pro. From the outside, it’s the current lock you already have."
"Switchbot."
"Aqara U200 or SwitchBot Lock Pro are the only retrofit locks that might work"
"I found the switchbot lock which becomes an addon to the lock."
#11
Eufy
3.2
(5)
"We love Eufy, never any issues and the app is very user friendly."
"I really like my eufy"
"I have My Eufy Smart lock in conjunction with a door sensor."
"I cannot recommend any of their products at this point. I did replace the lock with an Ultraloq and so far it’s better."
"Yeah fuck Eufy locks, the glass will delaminate from unit within a year if door is exposed to the elements"
#12
SwitchBot
4.0
(4)
"Maybe a switchbot lock?"
"The SwitchBot lock seems like it would do what you want. It latches on to the lock and physically twists it."
"Potentially the switchbot lock?"
"I like Switchbot Lock because you can adapt it on an existing lock."
#13
Kwikset
4.0
(4)
"We have one with a keypad and you can also unlock it with your phone."
"...added a Kwikset 916 zigbee deadbolt works great."
"Kwikset has a line of smart locks, which would have the added advantage of being able to use your existing keys."
"The Kwikset Kevo looks good for something like this."
#14
Tedee
5.0
(3)
"I'm also using Tedee Pro with Hubitat. Working well so far and super nice customer service."
"Tedee Pro by Gerda! Works perfectly"
"Tedee Pro."
#15
Schlage Encode
5.0
(3)
"Schlage encode for locks."
"We use a Schlage Encode as our lock. I've had zero problems."
"Schlage encode 100%."
#16
Ultraloq
5.0
(3)
"I like the ultraloq ones, especially if you want cloud access. Their app has been flawless for me and the bolt version blends in nicely."
"From my personal experience I’m very happy with Ultraloq. I have a mixture 4 locks with WiFi or Z-Wave."
"Is personally go with the Ultraloq Latch 5 for this sort of door."
#17
Switchbot Lock
4.3
(3)
"Best lock for rentals (when you're the renter) because it's pretty door agnostic."
"SwitchBot."
"The Switchbot lock should be perfect for you."
#18
Aqara A100
4.0
(3)
"Aqara is perfect for this."
"Aqara A100 would probably work well - like for like with handle."
"Will need an additional hole so won’t be simple to convert back."
#19
Urban Company
5.0
(2)
"...its camera feature has definitely levelled up my security."
"The Native smart lock from Urban Company has completely changed how we enter and leave our home."
#20
Wyze
3.3
(3)
"I have an earlier version of Wyze lock... you retain your own cylinder/key."
"The Wyze door lock allows for the smart lock features without changing the key."
"Not available in Australia but would have been preferred."
#21
Sifely
4.5
(2)
"Sifely smart lock to be sure. 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."
#22
Yale Assure 2
4.5
(2)
"One of my favorites is the Yale Assure 2."
"We use the Yale Assure 2, works great and we program each guest's last 4 of their phone number in as their code."
#23
U200
4.0
(2)
"I have a U200 which works fine."
"U200 works."
#24
Nuki Lock
4.0
(2)
"NUKI locks are bluetooth and their cloud is optional."
"Nuki locks will also operate locally without the cloud."
#25
Level Bolt
4.0
(2)
"Level-Bolt will work with your lock...no need to change anything but the smart backset provided by Level."
"I didn't want the lock to be obvious."
#26
Schlage Smart Lock
4.0
(2)
"Schlage has one that works with Airbnb app."
"It sends push notifications when the door is unlocked or locked, and tells you how it was done."
#27
Level Lock Bolt
4.0
(2)
"My plan is to do a level lock bolt, paired with a dual cylinder deadbolt."
"My plan is to do a level lock bolt, paired with a dual cylinder deadbolt."
#28
Schlage Smart Deadbolt
5.0
(1)
"Get a Schlage smart deadbolt. You install it just the same as installing a regular doorknob/deadbolt."
#29
Standard Indoor Smart Lock
5.0
(1)
"Been working great so far. So nice that the gardener can now get in my back yard with his code."
#30
Yale Deadbolt
5.0
(1)
"They can all be set to notify on lock, unlock, or both."
#31
Kwikset Zigbee Lock
5.0
(1)
"They are rock solid for me with Z2M."
#32
Schlage Connect
5.0
(1)
"If you decide against cheap, schlage connect is great."
#33
LOCKLY
5.0
(1)
"I’ve been very happy with the LOCKLY secure pro latch, and have used 4 of them."
#34
Kwikset Home Connect 620 Smart Lock Deadbolt
5.0
(1)
"I just got this and it works great."
#35
Lockly Secure Pro
5.0
(1)
"Personally I use this one, and I love it."
#36
Danalock Z-Wave
5.0
(1)
"Really good quality, reliable, and you can get your locks keyed alike for convenience if you have more than one exterior door."
#37
Aqara U100
5.0
(1)
"Bought aqara u100 and yale assure 2. Both worked very well so far!"
#38
Yale YRD264
5.0
(1)
"Works great, and has done for at least 7 years."
#39
Weiser Zigbee Locks
5.0
(1)
"The Weiser Zigbee locks are fantastic."
#40
Weiser
5.0
(1)
"If you can find them, the Weiser Zigbee smart locks are fantastic."
#41
Tedee Smart Lock
4.0
(1)
"There used to be a local distributor and I see they sell it at sharafdg too."
#42
Nuki Smart Lock
4.0
(1)
"Nuki.io."
#43
Sesame Smart Lock
4.0
(1)
"Otherwise it was working great."
#44
Sesame
4.0
(1)
"I put a sesame lock on one of my gates and 3d printed a rain shroud on it."
#45
Barco System
4.0
(1)
"They have a system where you can use a FOB or your phone’s Bluetooth LE to trigger a door unlock."
#46
Schlage LEB Series
4.0
(1)
"You can get it integrated with HomeKit via the app."
#47
Smart Mortise
4.0
(1)
"Look for smart mortise locks."
#48
Zombielock
4.0
(1)
"Zombielock, I've used these they're great."
#49
Automberg
4.0
(1)
"Automberg is good"
#50
Kwikset Zigbee Retrofit
4.0
(1)
"Kwikset has a zigbee retrofit that works on their smart code locks."
#51
e-lok
4.0
(1)
"Ive seen the e-lok ones reccommended a few times on here."
#52
Sequra HK1 Smart Doorknob
4.0
(1)
"Think I might have found what you’re looking for: Sequra HK1 smart doorknob."
#53
Alarm Lock
4.0
(1)
"Alarm lock DL2700 WP 10B."
#54
Schlage Encode Plus
4.0
(1)
"The Encode Plus is quicker to respond to requests from the Home app than either Level options."
#55
Keywe Z-Wave Lock
4.0
(1)
"The keywe Z-Wave lock might work. I am currently testing it out."
#56
Bold
4.0
(1)
"I think any cylinder-replacing lock will work like [The Smart Door Lock without a Key | Bold Smart Lock]"
#57
Netatmo Smart Door Lock
3.0
(1)
"Was looking at the Netatmo Smart door lock, everything lives onto and into the cylinder."
#58
ULTRALOQ UL3
3.0
(1)
"I haven’t used it, but the ULTRALOQ UL3 claims it is suitable for indoor and outdoor use."
#59
Forge Electrical Gate Locks
3.0
(1)
"Just saw weather proof digital gate locks."
#60
Kwikset Halo
3.0
(1)
"Aside from eating batteries like crack, it works fine."
#61
Yale Smart Latch
3.0
(1)
"But it’s not HomeKit enabled."
#62
Emtek
3.0
(1)
"I have a Emtek integrated set that has Yale smart lock on the inside."
#63
Lockey M230
3.0
(1)
"Lockey m230 has the best chance of fitting on there."
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