We had an older version of this and the screws came loose. Not good for something that’s supposed to keep your door locked. I looked around to other similar deadbolts but was familiar with this and decided to keep with the look. It wasn’t about cost, it wasn’t about name brand. It was mostly due to knowing the product as this was on the door when I bought the home and I don’t need anything above and beyond fancy.
Installation is extremely easy. The deadbolt, like most, comes airy a twisting feature should your door need an extended bolt. As I had a previous version of this, everything came out easy and went in easy. Had I switched brands maybe it wouldn’t have been as easy, however the install is simple. Put the mechanisms in, feed the wire, mount the outside, mount the inside.
My favorite part about this is the codes and WiFi compatibility. I can now assign codes to whoever I want. Not necessary for a home, but great for a rental property or secure area. I can also lock and unlock via the app. While I’m not ignorant to the fact that this may pose a security issue (as can anything these days), now I can check and see if the door was locked without having to return home. If it isn’t locked, I can do so remotely. At least I think I can. I haven’t tried off my WiFi honestly.
Fingerprint sensor works well. Not something I planned to use frequently or rely on, but it’s there. Same with keys. Should the battery die or something happen, the old fashioned way is still an option. It also has an auto lock feature. I don’t really like to use it as we like to prop the door open sometimes and my young kids like to slam doors shut. So maybe when they’re older. We also don’t like somewhere where I feel the need to keep my doors locked 24/7.
For the price point, I can’t complain. If anything changes, this review will be the second to know. Otherwise, I’m content with this and pleased with the purchase.
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