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‘Smart lock’ broadly refers to door locks with unlocking mechanisms that don’t require a keyhole. This includes PIN access, biometrics such as fingerprint scanning, smartphone apps, geofencing and more.

Our experts test smart locks that offer Bluetooth or Wi-Fi connectivity to find out:

  • which models are easiest to install and use
  • which are the fastest to unlock using primary and secondary methods of entry
  • the unlock range for Bluetooth models.

We also consider any security and privacy points raised during testing.

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Eufy T8510T11
79
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Eufy T8510T11

Ease of use score 82
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App privacy and security score 61
$279
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Schlage S1 C5
78
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Schlage S1 C5

Ease of use score 81
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App privacy and security score 64
$238
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Ultraloq U-BOLT-SN V2.26
77
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Ultraloq U-BOLT-SN V2.26

Ease of use score 80
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App privacy and security score 55
$149
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Eufy T8531
77
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Eufy T8531

Ease of use score 77
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App privacy and security score 55
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Aqara Smart Lock U100
77
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Aqara Smart Lock U100

Ease of use score 77
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App privacy and security score 55
$499
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Eufy T8520T11
75
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Eufy T8520T11

Ease of use score 72
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App privacy and security score 55
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Yale YRD226HKSC Satin Chrome
75
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Yale YRD226HKSC Satin Chrome

Ease of use score 72
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App privacy and security score 72
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Philips DDL702-8HWS
73

Philips DDL702-8HWS

Ease of use score 70
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App privacy and security score 64
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Orion DL031HA
73

Orion DL031HA

Ease of use score 68
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$189
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Lockly PGD7YAZMB
73

Lockly PGD7YAZMB

Ease of use score 73
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App privacy and security score 55
$200
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Lemaar 59200GBLK
72
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Lemaar 59200GBLK

Ease of use score 67
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App privacy and security score 68
$319
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Lockly PGD798NVMB
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Lockly PGD798NVMB

Ease of use score 69
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App privacy and security score 55
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Lockwood 001Touch Plus Smart Deadlatch (LWL-001TDDL-MBKDP)
70

Lockwood 001Touch Plus Smart Deadlatch (LWL-001TDDL-MBKDP)

Ease of use score 62
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App privacy and security score 72
$419
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Kogan KASHFNGDLKA
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Kogan KASHFNGDLKA

Ease of use score 61
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Lane L520844
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Lane L520844

Ease of use score 66
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App privacy and security score 62
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Nuki Smart Lock 3.0 - Euro - INT 220799
68
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Nuki Smart Lock 3.0 – Euro – INT 220799

Ease of use score 68
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App privacy and security score 78
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Samsung SDS SHP-DS705
66

Samsung SDS SHP-DS705

Ease of use score 62
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App privacy and security score 79
$269
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Denis

Denis Gallagher is a Senior project officer for Digital home products and also works on test projects for the laundry and fridge labs. He produces tests for gadgets, phones, cameras and home entertainment gear as well as TVs, washing machines, dishwashers and fridges.  Previously at CHOICE, Denis worked as a Content producer for digital products. Prior to CHOICE, Denis worked as an Assistant editor on Golf Australia magazine and Editor for Multimedia and Videocamera magazine.  Denis has a Bachelor of Arts from the University of New South Wales and a Diploma of Journalism from Macleay College. Find Denis on LinkedIn.

Denis Gallagher is a Senior project officer for Digital home products and also works on test projects for the laundry and fridge labs. He produces tests for gadgets, phones, cameras and home entertainment gear as well as TVs, washing machines, dishwashers and fridges.  Previously at CHOICE, Denis worked as a Content producer for digital products. Prior to CHOICE, Denis worked as an Assistant editor on Golf Australia magazine and Editor for Multimedia and Videocamera magazine.  Denis has a Bachelor of Arts from the University of New South Wales and a Diploma of Journalism from Macleay College. Find Denis on LinkedIn.

Elias

Elias Plastiras tests a range of technology in the CHOICE computer lab, from laptops to smart home innovations and interconnected devices.  Prior to CHOICE, Elias spent 17 years working for Australian PC World, testing and writing about PCs and other small business gear. Elias tested almost everything in the PC realm, from 56K modems to network printers, as well as more mainstream consumer gear such as media players and PVRs. Elias enjoys testing products in a rigorous fashion, to highlight the good and the bad for the benefit of the consumer.

Elias Plastiras tests a range of technology in the CHOICE computer lab, from laptops to smart home innovations and interconnected devices.  Prior to CHOICE, Elias spent 17 years working for Australian PC World, testing and writing about PCs and other small business gear. Elias tested almost everything in the PC realm, from 56K modems to network printers, as well as more mainstream consumer gear such as media players and PVRs. Elias enjoys testing products in a rigorous fashion, to highlight the good and the bad for the benefit of the consumer.