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Since he was a kid [Giorgos Lazaridis] has always loved the idea of having an electronic door locking mechanism, and now that he has the means, he’s decided to construct one for securing the door to ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Doug Mahoney Doug Mahoney is a writer covering home-improvement topics, ...

Posts from this topic will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. The $99 SwitchBot Lock is the first smart door lock I’ve tested that doesn’t replace any part of your existing ...

Easy to install. Looks great. Fairly quiet. Unlocks automatically when you arrive home (if you set it up). Keypad allows for entry codes and a one-touch lock. Keypad needs a flat surface to stick to ...

Austrian smart lock manufacturer Nuki has just launched its new smart lock keypad for residential electronic door locks. The keypad is a ‘world’s first’ Aliro-certified keypad that comes with ...

Resistance to kick-in as sold is how well the lock survived increasingly forceful impacts using the hardware it comes with. The Amazon Basics Traditional Keypad PL10S10 is part of the Door Locks test ...

When people ask for recommendations for home security, one of my first suggestions is always a smart lock. Sure, your door already has a lock, probably a basic deadbolt, but it could be upgraded in so ...

At least one of your employees is bound to lose their key at some point, and keys ― whether a traditional metal key or a nifty fob ― can be costly and cumbersome to replace. Keyless electronic door ...

Install the best smart door locks of 2026 to upgrade your home security. We test seven models, including the Tapo DL130 and ...

Locked yourself out again? It might be time for a quick front door upgrade. DIY Playbook's Casey Finn shows us how to ditch the keys for a smart lock using just a single tool.