Sifely Smart Lock
Score: 78/100
Wyze Bolt
Score: 78/100Rankings
The Sifely Keyless Entry Fingerprint Smart Door Lock is a lever-style smart lock designed to retrofit standard residential doors without drilling. It offers five to six unlock methods including fingerprint, keypad, key cards, fobs, and physical keys, with optional remote access via a separate Wi-Fi gateway. It is best suited for indoor or sheltered exterior doors and multi-user households.
The Wyze Lock Bolt is a smart deadbolt available in a Bluetooth-only original model and a Wi-Fi enabled V2 variant, designed to replace existing deadbolts without wiring. It features fingerprint recognition, a backlit keypad, and app-based access sharing, with the V2 adding remote control capabilities and BHMA Grade 2 certification. Best suited for covered exterior doors and users needing remote management for vacation homes or contractors via the V2 model.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
12 monthsbest | 11 months | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest | |
2 inchesbest | — | |
2.75 inchesbest | — | |
— | 16 feetbest | |
158 °Fbest | — |
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Power & Battery(1) | ||
Battery Life (months) | 12 months | 11 months |
Security & Access(3) | ||
Security Grade | BHMA | |
Unlock Methods | Fingerprint, Keypad, Key Fob, Card, App, Key | Fingerprint, PIN, App |
Keypad Type | Keypad | Backlit, Anti-Peep |
Installation & Compatibility(1) | ||
Installation Type | DIY | Standard Replacement |
Connectivity & Smart Features(2) | ||
Smart Home Integration | Alexa, Google Assistant | None |
Bluetooth Range (feet) | feet | 16 feet |
Build & Durability(3) | ||
Material | Zinc Alloy | Unknown |
IP Rating | IPX5 | |
Finish | Matte Black | Satin Nickel |
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Professional reviewers position the Sifely keyless fingerprint lock as a budget-friendly, easy-install option with strong suitability for indoor, family, and light exterior use. They caution against relying on it in consistently harsh outdoor conditions or for users with very high-moisture or dirt-prone environments, noting that fingerprint reliability under wet conditions is less stable than higher-end competitors.
Everyday users tend to rate this lock highly for interior use and protected entry doors, praising its ease of installation and value for money. The main caveats reported by consumers are conditional grip on fingerprint recognition when hands are wet or dirty, and the need for a gateway to enable full remote features.
Professional reviewers praise the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 for its built-in Wi-Fi, which enables true remote control and notifications, making it competitive with pricier brands like Schlage and Yale at a lower cost. They highlight the tempered glass keypad, AI fingerprint speed, and BHMA Grade 2 certification as key durability and security features. While the original model is noted for solid Bluetooth performance and long battery life, critics point out the lack of Wi-Fi as a significant limitation for remote management.
Everyday users commonly praise the easy 20-minute installation, reliable fingerprint storage, and the convenience of the app for sharing access and viewing history. The backlit keypad and keyless entry are frequently appreciated features. Recurring complaints focus on the Bluetooth range limits of the original model, occasional app sync delays when out of range, and battery drain issues associated with frequent use.
“much better than expected for the price”
“love the fingerprint unlock indoors; it becomes a habitual, quick method”
“short video guide and clear markings made replacement of their old lock very simple”
