Level · Updated June 2026
Level Bolt: price, specs & release date
Level Bolt, released 2021. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: level.co verified verify in ledger
- Best for Completely invisible/discreet - hides inside the door, exterior hardware unchanged; Quick, painless installation.
- Skip if No door-open/ajar detection - auto-lock fires even with the door open is a dealbreaker.
Is the Level Bolt a good buy?
At $199, the Level Bolt is #7 cheapest of the 19 smart locks we track, where the median is $249. On the spec sheet, its release of 2021 is below the median of the 16.
Evidence of Record
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- Outlets on record2 tested · 1 mention-only
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Two independent labs measured this product across 1 physical metric — setup. With a second lab on record, each figure comes from more than one independent hands-on source — a measure of how much evidence exists, not a rating of the product.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Level Bolt
All three whitelisted outlets (Tom's Guide, Digital Trends, PCWorld) hands-on reviewed the Level Bolt and agree it is the most discreet smart lock available: it hides entirely inside the door with no change to exterior hardware, and operates reliably day to day. Tom's Guide and Digital Trends both flag the lack of door-open/ajar detection (auto-lock fires even with the door open) and limited voice-assistant support (no Google Assistant); Tom's Guide adds that it needs a bridge for Wi-Fi. Digital Trends calls it expensive at $229. Installation ease is the main point of disagreement. PCWorld's daily-use testing was near-flawless, but geofencing didn't work.
Based on 3 reviews · 3 lab-tested · 2020-05-22–2024-02-11
Tested by Tom's Guide, Digital Trends, PCWorld
Consistently praised
- Completely invisible/discreet - hides inside the door, exterior hardware unchanged · 3 sources
- Quick, painless installation · 2 sources
- Reliable everyday locking/unlocking · 2 sources
- Apple HomeKit/Siri support · 2 sources
Commonly flagged
- No door-open/ajar detection - auto-lock fires even with the door open · 2 sources
- Limited voice-assistant support - no Google Assistant · 2 sources
- Needs a bridge (Level Connect) for Wi-Fi and remote access
- Expensive at $229
Where reviewers disagree Installation ease splits the testers: Digital Trends completed it in under 10 minutes and PCWorld called it a 'quick and painless procedure,' while Tom's Guide found it 'a little more finicky than... other smart locks,' requiring removal of both the door and door-jamb plates and taking about 30 minutes.
The sources (3)
Hands-on setup/installation time: ~30 minutes
The Level Bolt performed as expected, locking and unlocking my door with ease and without delay.
Putting the Level Bolt in my door proved to be a little more finicky than installation has been with other smart locks
That means that the bolt itself is hollow, which is a potential safety concern.
Hands-on installation time: under 10 minutes
The beauty of the Level Lock is its quick and simple installation, which took me no more than 10 minutes to complete.
The Level Lock is expensive at $229.
I would expect a smart lock to be smart enough to determine if a door is actually closed or not, but that doesn't happen here.
By truly becoming completely invisible, the Level Bolt is about to change the smart lock industry as we know it.
Near flawless operation in daily use
Geofencing didn't work
Specifications
| Price (US) | $199 Price $199 confirmed on level.co/shop (fetched 2026-06-15). |
|---|---|
| Brand | Level |
| Released | 2021 |
| Unlock methods | smartphone app (Bluetooth range), physical key (original hardware retained), optional keypad accessory ($79), optional key card/fob |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth (built-in); Wi-Fi via optional Level Connect bridge ($79 add-on) |
| Matter | Yes |
| Auto lock | No |
| Battery type | CR2 |
| Finish options | Invisible exterior — retains any existing exterior hardware finish |
| Install type | Retrofit interior — inserts into existing deadbolt housing, exterior hardware unchanged |
Source: level.co (verified 2026-06-15). level.co/shop (fetched 2026-06-15) confirms: Level Bolt $199, 'retrofit your lock with Level Bolt to make it smart and retain your matched home design and keys,' CR2 battery, works with Apple Home/Google Home/Alexa/SmartThings, Matter support. Most hidden form-factor — conceals inside existing deadbolt so exterior is completely invisible. Auto-lock not confirmed — marked false (conservative). Wi-Fi requires Level Connect bridge.
Is the Level Bolt worth it vs cheaper smart locks?
Level Bolt against its closest cheaper and pricier smart locks on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 19 ranked
| Product | Price | Unlock methods | Connectivity | Matter | Auto lock | Battery type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level Bolt this | $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) | Yes | No | CR2 |
| Ultraloq U-Bolt Pro WiFi | $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 | No | Yes | 4× AA (alkaline or lithium) |
| August Wi-Fi Smart Lock (4th Gen) | $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 | No | Yes | 2× CR123 |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Level Bolt?
All three whitelisted outlets (Tom's Guide, Digital Trends, PCWorld) hands-on reviewed the Level Bolt and agree it is the most discreet smart lock available: it hides entirely inside the door with no change to exterior hardware, and operates reliably day to day. Tom's Guide and Digital Trends both flag the lack of door-open/ajar detection (auto-lock fires even with the door open) and limited voice-assistant support (no Google Assistant); Tom's Guide adds that it needs a bridge for Wi-Fi. Digital Trends calls it expensive at $229. Installation ease is the main point of disagreement. PCWorld's daily-use testing was near-flawless, but geofencing didn't work. Praised: Completely invisible/discreet - hides inside the door, exterior hardware unchanged; Quick, painless installation; Reliable everyday locking/unlocking; Apple HomeKit/Siri support. Flagged: No door-open/ajar detection - auto-lock fires even with the door open; Limited voice-assistant support - no Google Assistant; Needs a bridge (Level Connect) for Wi-Fi and remote access; Expensive at $229; Hollow bolt raises a potential safety concern; Geofencing didn't work in testing. (From 3 tester reviews, 3 lab-tested.)
How much does the Level Bolt cost?
The Level Bolt has a US price of $199 (Price $199 confirmed on level.co/shop (fetched 2026-06-15).), as of 2026-06-15.
How does the Level Bolt compare on price?
At $199, the Level Bolt is #7 cheapest of the 19 smart locks we track, where the median is $249.
When was the Level Bolt released?
The Level Bolt was released 2021.
What are the Level Bolt's key specs?
Level Bolt (Level): unlock methods smartphone app (Bluetooth range), physical key (original hardware retained), optional keypad accessory ($79), optional key card/fob, connectivity Bluetooth (built-in); Wi-Fi via optional Level Connect bridge ($79 add-on), matter Yes, auto lock No, battery type CR2. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $199 at level.co, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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