Yale Assure Lock Black
Score: 85/100Yale Assure Lock 2
Score: 85/100Rankings
The Yale Assure Lock Touchscreen is a high-security Grade 2 smart deadbolt featuring built-in Wi-Fi and Z-Wave connectivity for seamless smart home integration. Its standout DoorSense auto-locking feature enhances security, though the 6-month battery life is a notable maintenance requirement. It is best suited for smart home enthusiasts who want native connectivity without extra hubs.
The Yale Assure Lock 2 is a high-feature smart deadbolt offering built-in Wi-Fi and extensive remote management capabilities via the Yale Access app. It supports up to 250 user codes and integrates seamlessly with major voice assistants, making it ideal for tech-savvy homeowners. However, users should be aware of potential Wi-Fi range limitations and reduced keypad performance in extreme cold.
| Attribute | Yale Assure Lock Black | Yale Assure Lock 2 |
|---|---|---|
6 months | 12 monthsbest | |
2.25 inchesbest | 2.25 inchesbest | |
2.375 inchesbest | 2.375 inchesbest | |
— | 250 codesbest | |
0 fingerprintsbest | 0 fingerprintsbest | |
1 yearsbest | 1 yearsbest |
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| Attribute | Yale Assure Lock Black | Yale Assure Lock 2 |
|---|---|---|
Power & Battery(1) | ||
Battery Life (months) | 6 months | 12 months |
Access & Security(1) | ||
User Code Capacity (codes) | unlimited codes | 250 codes |
Compatibility(1) | ||
Door Handing | Self-handing | Reversible |
Interface(1) | ||
Keypad Type | Touchscreen | Push Button |
Connectivity(2) | ||
Bluetooth Version | BLE | 4.0 |
Voice Assistant Support | Alexa, Google, Siri | Alexa, Google, Apple HomeKit |
Professional reviewers highlight the ease of setup and seamless smart home integration as standout features, praising the advanced security capabilities like biometric verification and Auto-Lock.
Everyday users generally praise the simple installation and the reliability of the touchscreen locking mechanism, though some report difficulties during initial smart module setup.
Professional reviewers praise the Yale Assure Lock for its easy installation and responsive app ecosystem, highlighting the built-in Wi-Fi as a major advantage over hub-dependent models.
Users commonly praise the simplicity of sharing codes and the security provided by auto-relock features, but recurring complaints include Wi-Fi connectivity issues and faster-than-expected battery drain.
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