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Learn more.Is your current smart lock frustrating you endlessly, like mine is? The Yale Approach Smart Lock (810, WIRED Review) is currently marked down to just 164 on Amazon, a healthy 32 discount on our editors' top pick for smart locks. This sale comes at a perfect time, because I was just complaining about the fingerprint reader on mine no longer working.Photograph: Nena FarrellCourtesy of YaleChevronChevronYaleApproach Lock240 164 (32 off) Amazon (Biometric)199 182 (9 off) Amazon (Numeric)140 112 (20 off) Amazon (No Keypad)The Yale Approach uses part of your existing deadbolt, which is great news for renters who don't want to make major changes.
You'll also get to use your existing keys to unlock the deadbolt, which can save you a trip to the locksmith. There's also a wi-fi bridge that needs a nearby plug to provide other services, but that's not uncommon for smart locks.
Our reviewer, Nena Farrell, even said it works perfectly, which is great news, because I have to unplug mine and plug it back in at least once a week.Approach isn't just a name, as this smart deadbolt's standout feature is auto-unlock. By setting up your location in the Yale Access App, you can set the bolt to unlock as your get close to home, which our reviewer said worked smoothly", as long as she got far enough away from home for it to recognize her return.
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