Forget keys. The top smart locks we've tested are secure, easy to install, and provide several convenient ways to control who can access your home and when.

Building a solid home security system requires multiple products working in tandem, though not all upgrades need to fall into the high-tech category. For example, switching out your front door’s ...

Every year, fire causes over $6 billion in damage to homes and businesses, while water damage costs an additional $2.5 billion. You may not be able to stop fire or water damage to structures, but you ...

Lock and unlock your door with your voice or an app Fact checked by Nick Blackmer Smart locks provide you with more ways to access your home without keys, and help you make sure your entryways are ...

Home Key makes Level Home’s latest ‘invisible’ smart lock even more compelling for Apple users. And once it’s updated with Thread, it’ll be a strong option for everyone else too. If you buy something ...

When you’re at the gym, the best locks for gym lockers will keep your valuables safely secured while also making your items conveniently accessible. As you shop, consider some key factors including: ...

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Half a year after its debut, the Level Lock+ continues to stand out amongst the competition for its unique, minimalistic design, and ease of installation. Level Home’s smart lock is also one of just a ...

They're from August, Eufy, Kwikset, Schlage, Yale, and more A Yale smart lock (left) and one from August. By Daniel Wroclawski One huge advantage that you get with smart locks vs. conventional ...

I never understood the buzz behind smart locks until I got my first—and now, similar to how I rarely carry cash anymore, keys in my pockets have become a thing of the past. There are many different ...

If you’ve ever struggled to pull out your key from the bottom of your handbag while juggling groceries and kids, worried about how the pet sitter is going to get in while you’re on vacation or rushed ...