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・ANSI Grade 2 certification and IP65 protection from the elements ・Integrated doorbell ・Sensitive to misalignment; strike plate and door frame tolerances matter ・Lock will make repeated auto-lock ...

・Local data storage means it can operate without a Wi-Fi connection ・Removable, rechargeable 10,000mAh battery ・Solid build, quick installation ・No support for Matter or HomeKit ・No NFC keycard or fob ...

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Anker’s Eufy Security brand is once again expanding its smart home and home security offerings at CES in 2026.

The Level Lock Pro is the best and most attractive smart lock you can buy, and its support for Matter means it can be seamlessly integrated into any smart home ecosystem. We’re longtime fans of Level ...

SwitchBot has announced a new deadbolt smart lock that can be unlocked with a glance. Like the Keypad Vision that SwitchBot ...

Forget keys! The best smart locks we've tested are secure, easy to install, and provide several convenient ways to control who can access your home and when. I'm PCMag's managing editor for consumer ...

Designed by Hartmut Esslinger, Apple’s former chief designer, the V7 Max offers three options for biometric unlocking: finger ...

Yale’s latest Smart Lock no longer bears the “Nest” tag, but Google Home still prefers it over other options. For the first time, it’s supported by just about any smart home ecosystem with Matter, an ...

Two new smart locks from Lockin don't require batteries at all. They're a game changer for renters or apartment dwellers who can't run wires.

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Thanks to advances in technology, getting locked out of your home can be a problem from a bygone era. Smart home automation has negated the ...