Level · Updated June 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
- 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
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- Physical metricsrecorded
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- 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 (fetched 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 (verified 2026-06-15). 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→null. 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 — set null per verifier policy rather than asserting true.
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 (fetched 2026-06-15). Level Connect Wi-Fi bridge is a separate $79 accessory.), as of 2026-06-15.
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), auto lock No, battery type CR2, finish options Invisible exterior — retains any existing exterior hardware finish. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-15.
Price of record: $249 at level.co, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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Compare with
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- Aqara Smart Lock U200 $169.99
Step up
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