Program the lock to automatically lock the door at specific times such as the morning when you leave for work or at night before bed. To unlock the door, use the PIN pad, key fob, your smartphone, or a compatible voice assistant.
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SimpliSafe Smart Lock Product Overview
The SimpliSafe Smart Lock is the perfect addition to any home and is particularly useful for frequent travelers or homes with many entries. This smart lock will lock your door automatically on a timer, or remotely through a smartphone. The lock’s PIN pad is designed to ward off intruders with an auto-locking system and will dispatch police if a break-in occurs.
To keep track of who enters and leaves your home, the SimpliSafe Smart Lock sends mobile alerts when anyone locks or unlocks the door. The lock can also be used with the SimpliCam indoor camera and SimpliSafe Video Doorbell Pro, so you can see and hear who is outside your door, and remotely let in the people you know. The SimpliSafe Smart Lock is easy to install over almost any deadbolt —all you need is a screwdriver.
Similar Products to the SimpliSafe Smart Lock
Our take
The August Smart Lock + Connect features August’s Door Sense technology that notifies you if the door is locked or left open, and lets you remotely lock it from your smartphone. This smart lock comes with a variety of customizations, including the option to auto-lock the door after it’s closed, and auto-unlock when you’re near the door.
Stand-out features include
- Pairs with Bluetooth, Apple HomeKit, Z-Wave Plus and other smart home technology to conveniently lock and unlock your door
- Use auto-lock functionality to automatically lock your door if you forget
- Give keyless entry access to trusted loved ones when you’re away from home using the August mobile app
Our take
The ADT Smart Lock offers sound protection for your home with programmable locking, keyless entry and real-time alerts as people come and go from your home. ADT’s Smart Lock is also equipped with bump guard, to deter burglars that attempt to tamper with your lock to break-in. If your home has ADT security cameras, you can use the ADT mobile app to view live camera activity on your smartphone and remotely unlock the door for visitors.
Stand-out features include
- One-touch button on the ADT Smart Lock to quickly and securely lock your door
- Built-in keypad backlight to easily enter the keycode in the dark
- Uses special bump guard technology to protect against thieves bumping the door to intrude
Our take
The Yale Lock with Nest Connect is a powerful home protection system. The lock’s tamper-proof, keyless deadbolt deters burglars. And you’ll get real-time alerts every time someone enters your home. The one-touch feature allows you to lock your door with the touch of a button and unlock it using a voice assistant, the Nest app or a unique code.
Stand-out features include
- Tamper-proof design that automatically sends a mobile notification if the lock is altered
- Give friends and family unique passwords to unlock your door
- Pairs with the Nest Secure alarm to automatically disable the alarm when the door is unlocked
Frequently Asked Questions About the SimpliSafe Smart Lock
The SimpliSafe Smart Lock is quick and easy to install with a Phillips head screwdriver and a door with a standard single cylinder deadbolt. To install the Smart Lock, just remove the existing lock, fix the mounting plate to the door, prepare the thumb-turn and mount it. Lastly, program the PIN pad for a secure code to lock and unlock the door. You can find step-by-step instructions on SimpliSafe’s website.
Yes, the SimpliSafe Smart Lock can be used with other SimpliSafe products, including the SimpliCam HD Security Camera and Video Doorbell Pro, to give you a real-time view of who is at your door even while you’re away from home. If you’re already using the SimpliCam and Video Doorbell Pro, you can see who’s at your door and unlock the door for a trusted visitor.
Yes, the SimpliSafe Smart Lock can be programmed to send you automated alerts when someone locks and unlocks the door. The Smart Lock will also send you an alert if it suspects that someone might be attempting to break into your home. After a wrong PIN is entered five times, you’ll receive an alert on your smartphone.