
Yale
The Yale Assure Lock 2 Keypad with Bluetooth and Ridgefield Handle is a Grade 2 smart deadbolt bundle featuring a touchscreen keypad, Bluetooth connectivity, and a matching exterior handleset with an interior passage lever. It offers keyless entry via app, auto-unlock, and physical keys, with optional Wi-Fi capability through a separate module. The lock is designed for easy installation on standard doors and integrates with major smart home ecosystems.
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Expert Opinion
Professional reviewers and editors highlight the Yale Assure Lock 2 for its seamless smart home integration and ease of setup, often noting installation takes under ten minutes. They praise the convenience of key-free entry via the app or keypad and the reliability of the touchscreen interface. The lock is commended for its broad compatibility with voice assistants and Apple Watch, though some note the necessity of a separate Wi-Fi module for full remote functionality.
What Users Say
Everyday users generally report positive experiences regarding the quick installation and reliable auto-unlock features when within Bluetooth range. The keypad is frequently cited as a convenient alternative to using a phone, and the Ridgefield handle aesthetic is well-received. Recurring complaints focus on the lack of native remote access without an additional module, occasional battery drain, and confusion during the handing setup process.
Common Complaints
Limited to Bluetooth without extra module for remote access, occasional battery drain mentions, and handing setup needed despite self-handing claim.
How It Compares
vs. August Wi-Fi Smart Lock
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Choose Yale for a complete aesthetic bundle with keypad, choose August for built-in Wi-Fi and retrofit simplicity.
vs. Schlage Encode
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Choose Yale for a stylish handleset bundle and auto-unlock, choose Schlage for higher security grade and native Wi-Fi.