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 ...

We tested highly rated smart locks that feature connectivity, changeable codes, and fingerprint readers. Find out which ones ...

Desloc has launched three new smart locks for CES 2026. The first, the Desloc K140 Plus, has a solar panel to keep its ...

The long-delayed smart lock standard Aliro is finally launching. The first specification, which standardizes NFC-based tap-to ...

On display at CES 2026, the company’s new smart locks promise more ways to unlock, monitor, and manage your front door.

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Powered by ultra-wideband, the next generation of smart locks will turn your phone into a key — that you never ...

Wi-Fi-enhanced smart locks were made for those prone to forgetting their keys at the worst moments—for instance, with kids or melting ice cream in tow—as they offer access through an app, a keypad or ...

A high score means the lock offers features like auto-lock, auto-unlock, and custom keycodes. A top-scoring model makes it easier to come and go or let others in remotely. A high score means the lock ...

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 ...

These top-rated locks from August, Eufy, Kwikset, and Yale are excellent at resisting picking, drilling, and kick-ins. But there are some models to avoid. Consumer Reports uses a cordless drill in ...

So you want a smart lock. Maybe you want to lock your door without leaving the bed, or maybe you prefer key codes instead of keeping track of physical keys. Smart locks are great for these things, but ...

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