We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Smart Locks are slowly becoming must-have options for smart home fans. They offer the typical deadbolt security of a regular lock while giving ...

A smart lock is a connected home device that uses Wi-Fi or Bluetooth to replace traditional keys, letting you lock or unlock your door with a tap on your phone or a quick voice command. Many models ...

I never understood the buzz behind smart locks until I got my first—and now, similar to how I rarely carry cash anymore, keys in my pockets have become a thing of the past. There are many different ...

David Murphy was formerly the Senior Technology Editor at Lifehacker. Across his 15+ year career in technology journalism, his reviews and how-to guides have appeared in The New York Times, The Wall ...

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This petite retrofit smart lock is a discreet choice for just about any environment, though it’s incredibly loud and its app drags. Nuki has been producing smart locks for Europeans since 2015 and is ...

Easy installation and fantastic software make this a great smart lock option — if you can afford it. Setting up a smart home can be a big investment — of both time and money. So it’s only ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you're looking to upgrade your home's security, a smart lock is a great investment that offers multiple unlocking methods, even notifying ...

Smart locks offer a lot of advantages, including convenience and access monitoring, but they also have drawbacks. Here's how to tell if they're right for you.