Level · Updated October 2026
Level Lock: price, specs & release date
Level Lock, released 2019. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: level.co verified verify in ledger
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- level.co$249read
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- Best for Invisible, traditional-lock aesthetic that hides the smarts inside the door; Fast, simple installation replacing an existing deadbolt.
- Skip if Still expensive for a smart lock is a dealbreaker.
Is the Level Lock a good buy?
At $249, the Level Lock is #10 cheapest of the 19 smart locks we track, where the median is $249. On the spec sheet, its release of 2019 is the lowest of the 16. By release date, it is the oldest of the 16 we date.
Evidence of Record
Our data- Independent labsmeasured it
- 1
- Physical metricsrecorded
- 2
- Outlets on record1 tested · 1 mention-only
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One independent lab measured this product across 2 physical metrics — setup and range. These numbers rest on a single hands-on source so far; 1 other outlet has it on record by mention only.
Review consensus · sourced & dated
What reviewers say about the Level Lock
Two whitelisted outlets reviewed the exact non-touch Level Lock ($249): TechHive (hands-off assessment) and Digital Trends (hands-on). Both praise its invisible, traditional-lock look and quick deadbolt-swap install. Coverage is convenience-focused and largely qualitative — only Digital Trends logged hands-on numbers, and neither ran security or durability lab tests on this model.
Based on 2 reviews · 1 lab-tested · 2021-08-31–2022-04-21
Tested by TechHive, Digital Trends
Consistently praised
- Invisible, traditional-lock aesthetic that hides the smarts inside the door · 2 sources
- Fast, simple installation replacing an existing deadbolt · 2 sources
- Smooth, responsive operation with geofenced auto-unlock · 2 sources
Commonly flagged
- Still expensive for a smart lock · 2 sources
- Remote control needs a HomeKit hub (iPhone) or Amazon Sidewalk bridge (Android)
- App lacks granularity: no battery percentage and geofencing can't be adjusted
- Drops the Touch Edition's fingertip/NFC unlocking
Where reviewers disagree No real conflict — both outlets rate it highly. The honest gap is that coverage is convenience-focused and qualitative: only Digital Trends logged hands-on numbers (a ~7-minute install and a ~10-foot auto-unlock range), and neither outlet ran security or durability lab tests on this exact non-touch model.
The sources (2)
As with the other Level locks, installation couldn't be simpler and requires only a cursory look at the small instruction manual to complete in a matter of minutes.
Touch features do add flexibility that's missing here
Level Home strips touch sensitivity out of its brilliant smart lock, along with $80 off the price.
Hands-on installation time: ~7 minutes · Auto-unlock trigger distance: ~10 feet
After installing two previous Level smart locks, this one was a breeze, taking me no more than seven minutes to install.
Best of all, the mechanism is smooth and fluid — so the deadbolt is locked correctly each and every time.
Unfortunately, the app doesn't tell you a percentage, so it's impossible to gauge its performance at this point.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $249 Price $249 confirmed on level.co/shop (checked 2026-06-15). Level Connect Wi-Fi bridge is a separate $79 accessory. |
|---|---|
| Brand | Level |
| Released | 2019 |
| Unlock methods | smartphone app (Bluetooth range), physical key (original hardware retained), optional keypad accessory ($79), optional key card/fob ($20/4-pack) |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth (built-in); Wi-Fi via optional Level Connect bridge ($79 add-on) |
| Matter | — |
| Auto lock | No |
| Battery type | CR2 |
| Finish options | Invisible exterior — retains any existing exterior hardware finish |
| Install type | Retrofit interior — replaces existing deadbolt interior mechanism, exterior hardware unchanged |
Source: level.co (read 2026-10-01).
How we checked
level.co/shop (fetched 2026-06-15) confirms: Level Lock $249, 'smallest, most beautifully designed smart lock,' CR2 battery, phone/keypad/key card unlock methods. No Apple Home Key on standard Level Lock (that is a Level Lock Pro / Bolt feature). Auto-lock not confirmed — marked false (conservative). Exterior appearance unchanged. Wi-Fi via optional Level Connect bridge. CORRECTION (verifier 2026-06-15): matter changed true→blank. Level's own communications and review coverage (level.co/matter-update; notebookcheck Matter rollout) state Matter-over-Thread firmware shipped first to Level Lock+ and Level Bolt, and that owners of the ORIGINAL Level Lock / Level Lock Touch 'will still require the WiFi adaptor since those locks are yet to support Matter.' The original 2019 Level Lock is hardware-compatible but native Matter support for this specific SKU could not be confirmed — left blank per verifier policy rather than asserting true. The page this record first cited (https://level.co/shop/) was gone when re-checked on 2026-09-11 from two vantages; since 2026-09-28 the record cites level.co instead.
Is the Level Lock worth it vs cheaper smart locks?
Level Lock 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 | Auto lock | Battery type | Finish options |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Level Lock this | $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) | No | CR2 | Invisible exterior — retains any existing exterior hardware finish |
| Yale Assure Lock 2 | $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) | Yes | 4× AA (9V terminal for emergency backup) | Matte Black, Satin Nickel, Bronze |
| 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 | Yes | Rechargeable removable Li-ion (USB-C recharge, up to 6 months per charge) | Black, Silver |
Frequently asked questions
What do reviewers say about the Level Lock?
Two whitelisted outlets reviewed the exact non-touch Level Lock ($249): TechHive (hands-off assessment) and Digital Trends (hands-on). Both praise its invisible, traditional-lock look and quick deadbolt-swap install. Coverage is convenience-focused and largely qualitative — only Digital Trends logged hands-on numbers, and neither ran security or durability lab tests on this model. Praised: Invisible, traditional-lock aesthetic that hides the smarts inside the door; Fast, simple installation replacing an existing deadbolt; Smooth, responsive operation with geofenced auto-unlock. Flagged: Still expensive for a smart lock; Remote control needs a HomeKit hub (iPhone) or Amazon Sidewalk bridge (Android); App lacks granularity: no battery percentage and geofencing can't be adjusted; Drops the Touch Edition's fingertip/NFC unlocking. (From 2 tester reviews, 1 lab-tested.)
How much does the Level Lock cost?
The Level Lock has a US price of $249 (Price $249 confirmed on level.co/shop (checked 2026-06-15). Level Connect Wi-Fi bridge is a separate $79 accessory.), as of 2026-10-01.
How does the Level Lock compare on price?
At $249, the Level Lock is #10 cheapest of the 19 smart locks we track, where the median is $249.
When was the Level Lock released?
The Level Lock was released 2019.
What are the Level Lock's key specs?
Level Lock (Level): Unlock methods smartphone app (Bluetooth range), physical key (original hardware retained), optional keypad accessory ($79), optional key card/fob ($20/4-pack), Connectivity Bluetooth (built-in); Wi-Fi via optional Level Connect bridge ($79 add-on), Battery type CR2, Finish options Invisible exterior — retains any existing exterior hardware finish, Install type Retrofit interior — replaces existing deadbolt interior mechanism, exterior hardware unchanged. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-10-01.
Price of record: $249 at level.co, 2026-10-01. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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