Best Smart Locks
Researched across expert reviews · 16 ranked products · Updated 18 Aug 2026
On the stierproducts smart locks board, Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch ranks #1 in S tier, ahead of Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (#2, A tier) and Schlage Arrive Smart WiFi Deadbolt (#3, A tier). The board ranks 16 smart locks from S (best) to F (avoid), last researched 18 Aug 2026, drawing on 299 outlet citations across the board. Placed in the bottom tiers as ones to avoid: Eufy Video Smart Lock E330, Eufy Smart Lock C34, Wyze Lock Bolt, and 3 others.
#5 1 of 8 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick. Ultraloq Bolt Fingerprint
#6 1 of 9 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick. Level Lock Pro
#7 2 of 7 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick. Aqara Smart Lock U100
#8 Yale Approach Lock with Wi-Fi
#9 1 of 5 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick. Ultraloq U-Bolt Pro with Wi-Fi
#10 1 of 6 research runs entered this as a product to avoid rather than a pick. Kwikset Halo Select
Frequently asked questions
Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch sits at #1 in the S tier of our consolidated board, ranked across independent research runs over current expert reviews. Yale’s Assure Lock 2 Touch offers solid build quality, long-term firmware support and a strong warranty.
Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt ranks #2 (A tier). Schlage Encode Plus is praised for its robust construction and dependable firmware updates.
Our research places Eufy Video Smart Lock E330, Eufy Smart Lock C34, Wyze Lock Bolt, Schlage Encode (original), Nuki Smart Lock, Lockly Visage in the bottom tiers (D/F). The Eufy Video Smart Lock E330 stands out for fast fingerprint access, reliable app controls and excellent overall value.
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