TechHive Editors Choice At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Facial recognition tech is a game-changer Supports most every other access method, too Long-life battery, with a spare in the box Cons Unattractive…
Category: Smart Locks
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Best smart locks 2025: Reviews and buying advice
Smart entry locks are the biggest improvement to home security since the lock-and-key system was invented more than a thousand years ago. In many cases, smart locks dispense with physical keys altogether…
Comparing smart lock quality & security? Look for these standards
We regularly review the latest smart locks–deadbolts, most often–reporting our impression on their design, installation process, daily use, their related mobile app, and more. What we can’t tell you is how well…
U-tec Ultraloq Bolt Fingerprint Matter review: Now hear this?
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Supports Matter over Thread Lots of access options, including an excellent fingerprint reader App is easy to master and navigate As promised, only takes four screws…
Kwikset Halo Select review: Wi-Fi and Matter in a single smart lock
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Solid operation plus high-grade security certification from BHMA Wi-Fi built in, along with Matter Excellent geofencing system Cons Buggy initial setup had to be fixed with…
Philips 5000-series smart deadbolt review: To open, just scan the hand
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Palm vein scanner works incredibly well Robustly engineered and manufactured Comprehensive event logging Cons Interior clip design makes for difficult installation No means of…
TCL D1 Pro Palm Vein Smart Lock review: Talk to the hand
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Palm vein scanning is surprisingly accurate—and easy Lots of extra access methods included Rechargeable battery included Cons Reliant on the awful Tuya Smart Life app Beastly…
Yale Code keypad lock review: Svelte & affordable, just not smart
At a glance Expert’s Rating Pros Pre-installed screws and a well-written manual make for easy setup Physical switches are easier to use than complex keypad combinations Smooth, reliable lock operation Cons No…