Independent · sourced · Updated July 2026
Best Smart Locks (2026)
19 smart locks compared on the specs that matter and US price — ranked cheapest-first. Every spec and price links to its source and the date we captured it.
Best by the numbers — Wyze Lock Bolt (lowest price), Schlage Sense Pro (newest). The cheapest is Wyze Lock Bolt at $79.98. 19 smart locks compared from $79.98 to $499.99 across 11 brands — every figure sourced, updated July 2026.
As of 2026-07-10
Cite this comparison
Per The Front Desk Review, the cheapest smart locks is Wyze Lock Bolt at $79.98; across 19 models the median price is $249 ($79.98–$499.99), every figure sourced and dated, as of 2026-07-10. https://frontdeskreview.com/gear/smart-locks/ Key takeaways
- Lowest price: Wyze Lock Bolt at $79.98 (Manufacturer wyze.com product page lists 'Regular price $79.98' for the Wyze Lock Bolt (currently on a 6% deal at $74.98). The dated 9to5toys review (May 4 2022) quoted the launch price as $70 direct / $80 on Amazon. priceUsd = 79.98 (current manufacturer regular price, verbatim on source page).).
- Typical price: from $79.98, median $249, up to $499.99 — across 19 priced.
- Tracked: 19 products across 11 brands, current through 2026-07-10.
- Compared on: Unlock methods, Connectivity, Matter, Auto lock, Battery type, Finish options.
Best by the numbers
Objective winners — each is the leader on one measured spec, with the figure. No subjective ranking.
- Lowest price: Wyze Lock Bolt ($79.98)
- Newest: Schlage Sense Pro (2024)
Top 3 by quality
An algorithmic overall ranking from the data on this page — value for money, spec strength, and recency. 100% data-driven, no paid placement.
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Aqara Smart Lock U200 Quality score 0/100 Newest -
Schlage Sense Pro Quality score 0/100 Newest -
SwitchBot Lock Pro Quality score 0/100 Newest
How we rank: Value 45% · Spec strength 35% · Recency 20%. Scores are computed only within this category from published specs and prices — never influenced by commissions or placement. Method & open data →
What to look for
How to read the comparison — what each key spec means and the range across these smart locks.
- Matter — a yes/no feature.
- Auto lock — a yes/no feature.
- Battery type — higher is better.
Comparison
| Compare | # | Smart Lock | Price | Unlock methods | Connectivity | Matter | Auto lock | Battery type | Finish options | Source | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Wyze Lock Bolt | $79.98 | fingerprint (up to 50 prints), keypad access code (up to 20 codes), smartphone app (Bluetooth), emergency one-time code (no Wi-Fi/Bluetooth required) | Bluetooth 5.0 (16 ft range); Bluetooth-only, no Wi-Fi or hub | false | true | 4× AA | Matte Black, Satin Nickel | wyze.com | On Amazon → | |
| 2 | SwitchBot Lock Pro | $119.99 | smartphone app (Bluetooth/BLE), Apple Watch, auto-unlock, Quick Lock button, physical key (existing lock and key retained); fingerprint, passcode, and NFC card available via optional SwitchBot Keypad Touch (sold separately) — up to 15 unlock methods total | Bluetooth LE (BLE) built-in; remote access and Matter require a separate SwitchBot Hub (Hub 2 / Hub Mini Matter Enabled, sold separately) | false | true | 4× AA (1.5V, 2900mAh dry batteries, included); optional lithium battery packs | Black, Silver | us.switch-bot.com | On Amazon → | |
| 3 |  Yale Approach Lock with Wi-Fi | $139.99 | smartphone app (Yale Access), Auto-Unlock, voice assistant (Alexa/Google), physical key (existing deadbolt retained), optional Yale Keypad (add-on for entry codes) | Wi-Fi (via included Yale Connect Wi-Fi Bridge), Bluetooth | false | true | 4× AA | Black Suede, Silver | shopyalehome.com | On Amazon → | |
| 4 |  Aqara Smart Lock U100 | $169.99 | fingerprint (98.6% accuracy, <0.5s recognition, 50 prints), keypad PIN (permanent/periodic/one-time), Apple Home Key (NFC tap on iPhone/Apple Watch), NFC tag (2 included), smartphone app, physical key backup | Zigbee (requires Aqara hub for remote features); Bluetooth for direct app setup | true | true | 4× AA | Shadow Gray, Silver | aqara.com | On Amazon → | |
| 5 | Aqara Smart Lock U200 | $169.99 | fingerprint (keypad included), Apple Home Key (NFC tap), smartphone app, NFC, physical key (backup), keypad PIN | Thread (Bluetooth 5.1, NFC); Matter over Thread | true | true | Rechargeable Li-ion 7.4V (or 4× LR6 AA alternative); keypad uses 4× AAA or 12V-24V wired | Black, Silver | aqara.com | Check price → | |
| 6 |  Ultraloq U-Bolt Pro WiFi 2 reviews | $179.99 | fingerprint (100 fingerprints, 0.3s recognition), keypad PIN (up to 50 codes), smartphone app (iOS/Android), Apple Watch, auto-unlock (geofence), physical key override | Wi-Fi 2.4GHz 802.11 b/g/n built-in, Bluetooth; also available in Z-Wave Plus and Matter over Thread variants | false | true | 4× AA (alkaline or lithium) | Matte Black, Satin Nickel (inferred from product line; specific finishes not enumerated on page accessed) | u-tec.com | On Amazon → | |
| 7 |  Level Bolt 3 reviews | $199 | smartphone app (Bluetooth range), physical key (original hardware retained), optional keypad accessory ($79), optional key card/fob | Bluetooth (built-in); Wi-Fi via optional Level Connect bridge ($79 add-on) | true | false | CR2 | Invisible exterior — retains any existing exterior hardware finish | level.co | On Amazon → | |
| 8 |  August Wi-Fi Smart Lock (4th Gen) 2 reviews | $199.99 | smartphone app, Apple Watch, voice assistant (Alexa/Google/Siri), auto-unlock, physical key (existing deadbolt retained) | Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n 2.4GHz/5GHz built-in, Bluetooth LE | false | true | 2× CR123 | Silver, Matte Black | august.com | On Amazon → | |
| 9 |  Yale Assure Lock 2 4 reviews | $239.99 | touchscreen keypad, smartphone app, Apple Home Key (NFC tap on iPhone/Apple Watch), physical key (on keyed models), voice assistant (Alexa/Google) | Wi-Fi built-in (premium SKU), Bluetooth, Z-Wave Plus module (optional, $80 add-on) | false | true | 4× AA (9V terminal for emergency backup) | Matte Black, Satin Nickel, Bronze | digitaltrends.com | On Amazon → | |
| 10 |  Kwikset Halo Touch | $249 | fingerprint (up to 100 fingerprints / 50 users), smartphone app (Kwikset app), voice assistant (Alexa/Google), physical key (SmartKey re-keyable backup) | Wi-Fi built-in 2.4GHz (no hub required), Bluetooth | false | true | — | Satin Nickel, Matte Black, Venetian Bronze | kwikset.com | On Amazon → | |
| 11 |  Level Lock 2 reviews | $249 | smartphone app (Bluetooth range), physical key (original hardware retained), optional keypad accessory ($79), optional key card/fob ($20/4-pack) | Bluetooth (built-in); Wi-Fi via optional Level Connect bridge ($79 add-on) | — | false | CR2 | Invisible exterior — retains any existing exterior hardware finish | level.co | On Amazon → | |
| 12 |  Aqara Smart Lock U400 | $269.99 | UWB hands-free unlock on approach (iPhone/Apple Watch), Apple Home Key tap-to-unlock (in Apple Wallet), fingerprint (up to 50 prints, 98.6% accuracy, 0.3s), touchscreen passcode (permanent/offline/scheduled), voice assistant, smartphone app, NFC card (sold separately), mechanical key | Thread; Matter over Thread; UWB (Ultra-Wideband); NFC | true | true | Rechargeable removable Li-ion (USB-C recharge, up to 6 months per charge) | Black, Silver | aqara.com | On Amazon → | |
| 13 |  Schlage Encode 4 reviews | $299 | keypad access codes, smartphone app (remote), voice assistant (Alexa/Google), physical key | Wi-Fi built-in | false | true | AA batteries (battery-powered; quantity not published by Schlage) | Satin Nickel, Matte Black, Bright Chrome, Aged Bronze, Satin Brass | schlage.com | On Amazon → | |
| 14 |  Schlage Encode Plus 4 reviews | $329 | Apple Home Key (NFC tap on iPhone/Apple Watch), keypad access codes, smartphone app, voice assistant (Alexa/Siri/Google), physical key | Wi-Fi built-in, Bluetooth | false | true | AA batteries (built-in compartment; specific count not published by Schlage) | Satin Nickel, Matte Black, Bright Chrome, Aged Bronze | schlage.com | On Amazon → | |
| 15 |  Level Lock Pro 1 review | $349 | smartphone app (Bluetooth range), Apple Home Key (NFC tap on iPhone/Apple Watch), physical key (original hardware retained), optional keypad accessory ($79), optional key card/fob | Bluetooth 4.0/5.0 built-in, Matter over Thread; Wi-Fi via optional Level Connect bridge ($79 add-on) for remote access | true | true | CR2 | Multiple — integrates into existing exterior hardware (knob/lever retained; interior module is discrete) | level.co | On Amazon → | |
| 16 |  Eufy Video Smart Lock S330 | $349.99 | fingerprint (up to 50 prints, 0.3s recognition, 98% pass rate), keypad passcode (up to 100 users), smartphone app, voice assistant (Alexa/Google Assistant), physical key (2 included) | Wi-Fi 2.4GHz via included Chime bridge | false | true | 10,000 mAh rechargeable lithium | Black | eufy.com | On Amazon → | |
| 17 | Schlage Sense Pro | $399 | hands-free (UWB proximity auto-unlock via iPhone), tap-to-unlock (Apple Home Key on iPhone/Apple Watch), keypad (up to 250 codes), smartphone app, voice assistant | Wi-Fi built-in, Matter over Thread | true | true | AA batteries (battery-powered; quantity not published by Schlage) | Not specified on page accessed | schlage.com | On Amazon → | |
| 18 |  Lockly Vision | $419.99 | 3D biometric fingerprint (up to 99 prints, 0.3s recognition), PIN Genie keypad (up to 49 codes), smartphone app, voice assistant (Alexa/Google), scan-to-open QR code, physical keys (2 included) | Bluetooth; Wi-Fi/hub via included Vision Connect Hub | false | true | 8× AA alkaline | Brushed Gold, Venetian Bronze, Satin Nickel, Matte Black | lockly.com | On Amazon → | |
| 19 |  Lockly Vision Elite | $499.99 | 3D biometric fingerprint (up to 99 prints, 0.3s recognition), PIN Genie keypad (up to 49 codes), smartphone app, voice assistant (Alexa/Google), scan-to-open QR code, physical keys (2 included) | Bluetooth; Wi-Fi/hub via included Vision Connect Hub; no native Wi-Fi chip in lock body | false | true | 10000mAh rechargeable lithium (2 included); solar panel charging included | Matte Black, Satin Nickel | lockly.com | On Amazon → |
Specs are as published by the manufacturer (or a reputable spec source where the official page was unavailable); prices are US launch MSRP. Full per-product records and all spec columns are in our open dataset. The “Buy” links go to Amazon; as an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases, and the live price may differ from the sourced figure shown.
Popular comparisons
What is the cheapest smart lock?
Wyze Lock Bolt is the cheapest at $79.98 (Manufacturer wyze.com product page lists 'Regular price $79.98' for the Wyze Lock Bolt (currently on a 6% deal at $74.98). The dated 9to5toys review (May 4 2022) quoted the launch price as $70 direct / $80 on Amazon. priceUsd = 79.98 (current manufacturer regular price, verbatim on source page).), as of 2026-07-10.
How much does smart locks cost?
Across the 19 smart locks with a published price, the median is $249, ranging from $79.98 to $499.99, as of 2026-07-10.
Which smart lock is best by the numbers?
Lowest price: Wyze Lock Bolt ($79.98). Newest: Schlage Sense Pro (2024).
How many smart locks are compared here?
19 smart locks across 11 brands, with US price and key specs, current through 2026-07-10.
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