Category: Smart Locks

We’ve seen smart locks that you unlock with a keypad, a phone, or even facial recognition, but Eufy’s latest model—which is actually a video doorbell and a smart lock—serves up a relatively…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…