Yale Assure Lock 2 Matte Black
Score: 92/100
Kwikset Home Connect 620
Score: 88/100Rankings
The Yale Matte Black Keyed Deadbolt Smart Lock with Google Matter features Matter over Thread technology for cross-platform smart home integration. It offers keyless entry via a push-button keypad, mobile app, voice control, or physical key, with up to 12 months of battery life. It is ideal for multi-platform smart homes requiring cross-ecosystem compatibility and users pairing the lock with a Nest Doorbell.
The Kwikset HomeConnect 620 is a Z-Wave 700 Long Range smart deadbolt featuring a 10-digit illuminated keypad, motorized operation, and SmartKey re-keying technology. It supports up to 250 user codes and integrates with major smart home ecosystems like Ring, SmartThings, and Alexa, offering extended range connectivity without Wi-Fi dependency. Ideal for households with multiple users needing up to 250 codes or those requiring key re-keying to match existing doors.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
10,512 hoursbest | — | |
— | 50.8 mmbest | |
60 mm | 69.85 mmbest | |
— | 250 usersbest | |
-30 °C | 65.56 °Cbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Installation & Compatibility(2) | ||
Door Thickness Compatibility (mm) | N/A mm | 34.9-50.8 mm |
Backset (mm) | 60-70 mm | 60.325-69.85 mm |
Access & Security(3) | ||
Unlock Methods | Keypad, Mobile App, Voice Control, Physical Key | Keypad, Physical Key, App |
Security Grade | ANSI Grade 2 | Grade 2 |
Encryption Standard | Bluetooth Encryption | S2, 128-bit AES |
Durability & Environment(2) | ||
Exterior Material | Recycled Plastic | Satin Nickel |
Operating Temperature (°C) | -30 to 60 °C | -40 to 65.56 °C |
Power & Battery(2) | ||
Battery Life (hours) | 10512 hours | null hours |
Low Battery Alert | N/A | true |
Features & Convenience(1) | ||
Keypad Type | Push-button | 10-digit Illuminated |
Connectivity & Smart Home(2) | ||
Smart Home Ecosystem | Matter, Thread, Google Home, Apple Home, Alexa, SmartThings | Z-Wave |
Voice Assistant Support | Google Assistant | Alexa, Google Assistant |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers and editors praise the Yale Matter Deadbolt for its seamless Google Home integration, earning it 'Designed for Google Home' and 'Preferred Product' badges.
Everyday users and implied customer feedback highlight the reliability of the keypad entry and the convenience of app-based code management for managing access for guests, dog walkers, and children.
Choose the 620 for extended range and re-keying convenience; choose the Yale for standard Z-Wave integration.
Professional reviewers praise the Kwikset HomeConnect 620 for its Z-Wave 700 Long Range technology, which offers extended connectivity up to 1 mile, and its S2 encryption for security. Experts highlight the SmartStart feature for easy setup, the capacity for 250 users, and the lock's battery efficiency compared to Wi-Fi alternatives. The lock is considered a premium upgrade for Z-Wave ecosystems like Ring and SmartThings, with additional appreciation for its SmartKey compatibility and weatherproof buttons.
Everyday users commonly praise the lock for its reliable keypad and key access, long battery life, and the convenience of SmartKey re-keying. Many appreciate the strong integration with Ring and SmartThings, as well as features like audit trails and scheduled access codes. Recurring complaints involve bolt jamming on shallow strike plates, frequent battery changes due to door misalignment, and the need for manual re-handing after installation.
