Today Only: Save Up to $115 Off Our Favorite Smart Lock With Keyless Entry and More
There are multiple options on offer, but you'll need to choose quickly. This Best Buy deal ends tonight, so time is running out. Prices start at $205, which also happens to be the deal with the biggest discount, too. Looking for something different? Best Buy is also offering a discount on the Approach apartment lock, slashing the price to just $190.
The Yale Assure Lock 2 is black with a simple, straightforward design that should complement most door colors and styles. It's app-compatible, allowing you to unlock your door with just a few taps on your phone. In other instances, you can provide visitors with a numeric code that can be used on the lock's touchscreen. You can also configure the lock to let you in with a quick fingerprint scan. It has Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity, allowing you to connect via Bluetooth as a default in case there's a Wi-Fi interruption. When using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth, you can get real-time alerts about any activity. As a fail-safe, there's also old-fashioned physical key entry.
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Keep in mind that the Assure Lock 2 requires you to use batteries that aren't rechargeable. Yale suggests keeping extras on hand. Created to be hassle-free, the Assure 2 has auto-lock, so you won't have to worry about dealing with your phone every time you leave the premises.
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The Yale Assure Lock 2 is our top pick, thanks to its sleek design and versatility, integrating with all of the major smart home platforms and offering multiple ways to unlock your front door. At this price it's hard to ignore.
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