In this article let’s explore the world of smart home safety with the Friday Smart Lock, known for being the tiniest smart lock around Pros: Cons: Features: Here are some of the key features of the Friday Smart Lock: One of the lock’s notable features is its compatibility exclusively with HomeKit, which might be a downside for users of Alexa or Google Assistant. However, for those invested in the Apple ecosystem, this ensures seamless integration…
The Kwikset Premis Is very similar to the Schlage Sense, which also offers a keyed entry, touchscreen keypad, and HomeKit compatibility. Even without an Apple TV, you can use Siri to tell the Premis to unlock and lock; this all gets set up during the former installation. The app is streamlined and simple, though that comes at the expense of more advanced features, like the ability to set individual access schedules and geofencing. The Kwikset…
As you’ll see in our Lockly Secure Plus review, forget fumbling for keys! Thanks to its fingerprint reader, keypad, and even a backup key, this smart lock offers convenient keyless entry. This innovative technology positions Lockly among the top contenders in the smart lock market. However, it’s worth noting in our review that its price tag of $249, with an additional $70 for smart home integration, makes it one of the pricier options we’ve tested.…
A budget-friendly smart lock that works seamlessly with the Wyze smart home system Pros : Cons: Features & Functionality: Smart Features : The Wyze Lock includes a free hub, a rare bonus feature. Connecting it to the hub makes using the lock and adding more Wyze devices straightforward. You can share access codes via email with friends, family, or renters. The Wyze app keeps a simple log of who enters your home. However, unlike some…
The Schlage Encode exemplifies how Wi-Fi deadbolts are streamlining the functionality of smart locks. Schlage’s most recent smart door lock is the Encode Smart Wi-Fi Deadbolt ($249), which is the company’s first Wi-Fi lock that can be remotely accessed without requiring a hub. SCHLAGE ENCODE SMART Wi-Fi DEADBOLT Pros and Cons Pros: Cons: SCHLAGE ENCODE SMART WiFi DEADBOLT Features and Design The Design : Similar to the Schlage Sense lock, the Encode provides a selection…