
Igloohome
The Igloohome Deadbolt Go is a retrofit smart deadbolt designed for wooden swing doors, featuring keyless entry via fingerprint, PIN codes, Bluetooth virtual keys, and mechanical backup. It offers a slim, attractive industrial design with improved Bluetooth signal and easier installation compared to previous models, though it lacks built-in Wi-Fi.
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Expert Opinion
TechHive and other reviewers praise the Igloohome Deadbolt Go for its attractive, slim industrial design, reliable tactile keypad, and easier installation compared to previous models. However, they criticize the fingerprint reader as useless, the lack of unified user IDs for access methods, and the high cost of the separate Wi-Fi bridge. The product passes ANSI Grade B durability testing, though it lacks official certification listing.
What Users Say
Everyday users generally praise the durable build, solid keypad buttons, and simple installation process, noting it is easier to install than the Deadbolt 2S. Users appreciate the impressive Bluetooth range and reliable battery life, which holds 90% charge after two months. Common complaints include the lack of built-in Wi-Fi and inconsistent fingerprint recognition, which is tricky for some users.
Common Complaints
Fingerprint reader is unreliable or effectively useless for many users. No built-in Wi-Fi requires purchasing a separate expensive bridge. Access methods are not linked to single unified user IDs. Batteries are not included in the package
How It Compares
vs. Igloohome Deadbolt 2S Metal Grey
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Choose the Deadbolt Go for better design and easier installation, but expect similar connectivity limitations.
vs. Yale Assure
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Choose Igloohome for a simpler retrofit with no hub, but choose Yale for native Wi-Fi and potentially better biometric reliability.
vs. August Smart Lock
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Choose Igloohome for a comprehensive keyless deadbolt with fingerprint, but choose August for built-in Wi-Fi and established app ecosystem.