What Is a Schlage Deadbolt?

Schlage has been in the business of producing high quality and reliable door hardware for nearly 100 years. Deadbolts are designed to drive a locking mechanism into the door frame manually to prevent unwanted entry without the use of pins or springs. Schlage deadbolts range from the traditional single cylinder style all the way to a smart home integrated locking systems. The Schlage deadbolt we are looking at here is a Camelot style touch deadbolt. A touch deadbolt is one that uses a touchscreen to enter a key code that can be used in place of a key to unlock a door.

Product Specs

Schlage Sense Smart Deadbolt with Camelot Trim Satin Nickel (BE479 CAM 619)

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The Schlage deadbolt we reviewed is the Schlage Touch which is a traditional Camelot style deadbolt with some new security twists. It is completely keyless and uses a numeric touchscreen to operate the standard keypad lock. Once the access code is entered the deadbolt has to be manually engaged. It lacks alarms, automatic features, or smart home integrations but is a strong and beautiful digital security lock.

Schlage is well known for security and this lock meets ANSI commercial standards and is certified commercial Grade 2 which is more than sufficient for home use. It is smudge and fingerprint-resistant, will work in the rain or with gloves, and has a built-in LED illumination light for the number pad. A 9V battery provides the power for this Schlage deadbolt to work for 24,000 hours or 2 years with normal use.

The touchscreen fits flush to the door and include a numeric pad, low battery icon, and programming mode icon. Programming mode is engaged when you are resetting codes, which can be done easily and as needed. The lock comes with two 4-digit codes that are unique to your lock, but it allows you to store up to 19 additional customized codes. Give a different code to your dog walker then you do your family.

How We Reviewed

This Schlage deadbolt installs indoors ranging in thickness from 1 ⅜ inch to 1 ¾ inch and extends to 2 ½ inches with a thick door extender kit. The exterior deadbolt dimensions are 3 inches x 5.4 inches x 5.2 inches. It is 100 percent pick proof, 100 percent bump proof, and integrates a (new) anti-drill plate that prevents burglars from drilling past the keypad. The Schlage deadbolt excels at being a high quality, secure, safe touchpad lock.

Overall Price Range of the Best Deadbolt

Pricing is variable for home deadbolts. They are available for as little as $5 and as much as many hundred. The products we reviewed ranged in price from $15 USD to $85 USD, and the specific Schlage Deadbolt reviewed here is available on Amazon for about $80 USD.

What We Reviewed

We picked a few similar products available on the market to see how they compare to the Schlage Deadbolt we reviewed. Specifically, for each deadbolt we wanted to look at the price, ease of installation, re-keying or re-coding options, how much protection each offers, and the warranty.

• Schlage Deadbolt
• Keyless Deadbolt
• Mortise Deadbolt
• Kwikset Single Cylinder

Schlage Deadbolt

Schlage Sense Smart Deadbolt with Camelot Trim Satin Nickel (BE479 CAM 619)

• Hands-free voice control requires Schlage Sense WiFi Adapter and Alexa device (sold individually)
• Free iOS and Android smartphone app lets you manage codes, set schedules and view usage history
• Lock and unlock from anywhere by pairing with the Schlage Sense WiFi Adapter (sold separately)
• Pair with Apple HomeKit devices to use with iOS and Siri voice control only
• Secure encryption.Door thickness range: 1 3/8 inch to 1 3/4 inch; thick door kit extends 1 7/8inch to 2 1/4 inch

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Ease of Installation

★★★★★ 5/5

Installation is easy and takes just minutes. If replacing an existing deadbolt, the space for the old deadbolt can be used for your new Schlage deadbolt.

Resetting Codes and Keys

★★★★★ 5/5

Resetting the codes on this Schlage deadbolt is easy to do on your own with no complicated disassembly or reassembly. It will allow up to nineteen different codes to be used. If you do not wish to use the custom code options, the deadbolt comes with two preset and unique codes.

Protection

★★★★★ 5/5

Security features include the lack of a traditional key which prevents bumping. Instead, use the present and unique digital codes or create and change your own security codes that can be retired when they are no longer needed. The surface is fingerprint and smudge proof so no one can see on which numbers your fingers landed. Schlage deadbolts now integrate an anti-drill plate that prevents burglars from drilling past the keypad to get to internal mechanisms. This lock meets ANSI standards to be certified as commercial Grade 2.

Warranty

★★★★★ 5/5

The Schlage deadbolt comes with a limited lifetime mechanical warranty, limited lifetime finish warranty, and a 3-year warranty on the electronics. Essentially, this means a 3-year warranty as the deadbolt will not work at all if the electronics are faulty.

Pros

• Easy installation
• LED illuminated keypad
• Long battery life (two-years)
• Multiple codes compatible
• Codes are easy to change
• Fingerprint-resistant touchscreen
• Secured against lock picking or bumping
• Up to 19 access codes

Cons

• Three-year electronics warranty
• No automatic locking action
• Buttons show wear over time
• No built-in alarm
• No smart lock features

Keyless Deadbolt

M210AB Mechanical, Keyless Deadbolt

• Mechanical, keyless push-button lock
• adjustable deadbolt
• Easy programmable code
• Lifetime Warranty
• FREE EZ mounting platine included

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Features

A keyless deadbolt is designed to use a method other than a key to lock and unlock the door. Although some new technology is integrating smartphone or bio identity into locks, most keyless deadbolts are unlocked using a numerical keypad. The one we are considering here is the Lockeye M210AB Mechanical Keyless Deadbolt, a mechanical, push-button, keyless lock that has a bolt turn on the interior side and a keypad on the exterior side.

It will work in all standard doors, and with an available extension kit, it will accommodate doors up to 5 inches thick. This model comes in several colors including jet black, satin nickel, bright brass, white, satin chrome, antique bronze, and oil rubbed bronze. Lockeye also offers a marine grade finish for homes near the shore or other saltwater bodies that can cause extra corrosion.

This lock contains a mechanical tumbler and is not reliant on electricity or batteries. It can be coded with security codes ranging in length from two to 6 numbers. It is important to note that the numerical codes are not sequentially dependent and to change them the entire door lock must be disassembled.

Ease of Installation

★★★★★ 4/5

Traditional deadbolts are the simplest to install and the Lockeye adds a level of complexity in installation. However, with some basic mechanical skill, a careful review of the instructions and time, most people will install this deadbolt on their own. Please note you will want to set your desired numerical unlocking code before installation; changing the code requires disassembly.

Resetting Codes and Keys

★★★★★ 3/5

Resetting the code for the Lockeye deadbolt requires taking the deadbolt off the door and taking it apart. Then the code is set via small pins, slots, and wheels which require good eyesight or magnifying glasses. It is unfortunately difficult and cumbersome. However, the codes can be reset which is important if you loan your code out to someone you’d rather not have it anymore.

Protection

★★★★★ 2/5

The deadbolt itself in the Lockeye suffices for keeping a door solidly closed from intruders. Unfortunately, protection is diminished because of the code set up of the lock. The numerical code used to secure and unlock the deadbolt is a two to six number code which does not depend on the sequence of the numbers. If you choose your birthday of 0504 as your code, 0054 will also work and so will 5004. This reduces the security level of the keyless lock significantly.

Warranty

★★★★★ 4/5

The Lockey keyless deadbolt comes with a Lifetime Mechanical Warranty, which covers manufacturer defects.

Pros

• Keyless means no keys to keep track of

Cons

• Changing code is difficult
• Codes are not secure
• Included instructions insufficient
• High-end price for a moderate product

Mortise Deadbolt

Mortise Lock Entry Lockset Deadbolt for residential Commercial Backset

• Mortise Lockset – Solid Brass Bolt With Extra Security.
• 1-1/8″ 5 pin ease to rekey Schlage SC1 key way cylinder with 2 keys.
• Easy To Install – Screwless knobs and plate.
• Edge faceplate 1″ X 7-5/8″ and 2-1/2″ backset and 1″ deadbolt.
• Exterior plate 2-3/4″ X 10″ , Interier plate 2-1/4″ X 7″.

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Features

Mortise locks are set within the door itself rather than on top. The Mortise Lock Entry Deadbolt is a solid brass lock that combines the deadbolt with the doorknob on one plate. It comes available in several opening configurations including right hand, left hand, right-hand reverse, and left-hand reverse. Installation is easy with screwless plate and knobs if the door is pre-cut and ready. Locksmiths can provide re-keying as needed with a 1-1/8 inch 5 pin ease to re-key the Schlage SC1 keyway cylinder.

Ease of Installation

★★★★★ 4/5

Installation is fairly easy with this mortise lock. It comes with screwless knobs and plate ready for a pre-cut door. Measure the existing door hole for a match. The exterior plate is 2-3/4 inch X 10 inch and the interior plate is 2-1/4 inch X 7 inch. The edge faceplate is 1 inch X 7-5/8 inch witha 2-1/2 inch backset and it has a 1-inch deadbolt.

Resetting Codes and Keys

★★★★★ 4/5

Re-keying this Mortise Lock Entry Lockset Deadbolt requires a locksmith but can also be done using a Schlage SC1 keyway cylinder and a 1-1/8 inch 5 pin ease.

Protection

★★★★★ 5/5

Mortise locks are used by most commercial entities. This one-piece knob and deadbolt back has a plate design that is difficult to remove, pick, or damage—all of which increase security.

Warranty

★★★★★ 5/5

This Mortise Lock Entry Lockset Deadbolt has a lifetime warranty on mechanical parts but not cosmetics.

Pros

• Popular lock type
• Secure locking deadbolt
• Can be re-keyed by a locksmith
• Any door hand and direction compatible

Cons

• High priced
• Locksmith required for re-key

Kwikset Single Cylinder

Kwikset Single Cylinder Deadbolt with SmartKey, Satin Nickel Finish

• Keyed entry deadbolt with a traditional Colonial design for an exterior door; easy installation in just minutes with a screw driver
• For use on exterior doors where a deadbolt on one side and keyed entry and security is needed
• Features SmartKey Security- Re-key your lock in 3 easy steps; Compatible with Kwikset KW1 Keyway
• Features adjustable latch to fit all standard door preparations; exposed screws on the interior face
• Side locking bar technology offers improved security by protecting against lock bumping, an attack technique used to defeat conventional pin & tumbler locks

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Features

The Kwikset Single Cylinder is a classic, traditional deadbolt colonial design with some added security and keying features. It has a keyed entry on the outside and bolt turn on the inside and has technology integrated that protects against lock bumping, a break in technique that uses a special key to open traditional pin and tumbler locks. It is also resistant to kick-in, picking, sawing, and drilling.

Their deadbolt can be re-keyed by the homeowner thanks to SmartKey technology, fully compatible with the Kwikset KW1 Keyway, which allows for re-keying in just a few steps. The Kwikset Single Cylinder lock comes in four color patterns; Satin Nickel, Polished Brass, Venetian Bronze, and Satin Chrome. It installs in just minutes with a screwdriver. It will fit any standard door with an adjustable latch and exposed screws on the interior face.

Ease of Installation

★★★★★ 5/5

Users can complete installation with a screwdriver and it is a fairly straightforward process with exposed screws on the interior face. The deadbolt will fit any standard door because of the adjustable latch.

Resetting Codes and Keys

★★★★★ 4/5

One of the primary selling points of this deadbolt is its integration of SmartKey technology which allows the user to re-key the lock themselves. Re-keying is a simple process that users can complete in just a few steps thanks to Kwikset polished self re-keying technology. Some actual users have expressed difficulty with the process which is the only reason we gave 4 instead of 5 stars.

Protection

★★★★★ 5/5

Kwikset Single Cylinder deadbolts do good work of protecting a home with bump-proof technology and a tough lock that is pick resistant, kick-in resistant, drill resistant, and saw-resistant.

Warranty

★★★★★ 5/5

The Kwikset Single Cylinder comes with a lifetime mechanical warranty and a lifetime finish warranty against material and workmanship. The Kwikset company will refund the purchase price or replace the deadbolt or if there is an issue.

Pros

• Reliable brand
• Secure protection
• SmartKey technology for self re-keying
• Inexpensive

Cons

• Not compatible with all SmartKey locks

Conclusion

There are many options for deadbolts, and for the keyless numeric style, the Schlage deadbolt will not disappoint. It is a very secure lock, easily customizable with security codes that can be programmed and changed as needed, and easy to self install. The only potential downsides we note is that the electronics of the lock only carry a 3-year warranty. Over time and a lot of use, the most often used numbers may show wear. Overall, we are happy with this Schlage deadbolt and give it 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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To get a better idea of how the Emtek deadbolt compares against the competition, we’ve contrasted it against another smart-lock offering from August as well as two good, old-fashioned “dumb” key-operated deadbolts from Yale and Kwiklock

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What Is the Emtek Deadbolt with EmTouch Keypad?

So-called smart locks come in several different varieties. Some smart locks pair with a smart phone to automatically unlock when an authorized user approaches the door. Others, like the Emtek Deadbolt with EmTouch Keypad, do not connect to a mobile device or wireless network but function on the basis of passcodes, similar to many contemporary garage-door openers.

One advantage to the Emtek Deadbolt’s keypad design is that it is not subject to the same kinds of hacks as are smart locks that are tethered into your home wireless network. However, this does not mean that the Emtek Deadbolt with EmTouch Keypad is not without security vulnerabilities of its own. Quite disturbingly, a number of users have reported that the Emtek Deadbolt with EmTouch Keypad will simply unlock by pressing the button featuring the Emtek logo.

This vulnerability has proven to be so widespread that some retailers have completely stopped carrying the Emtek deadbolt with EmTouch keypad. After all, the point of a door lock is to provide the best home security possible. What good are all the fancy features of a smart lock if it does not perform this core function reliably?

Product Specs

The Emtek Deadbolt with EmTouch Keypad is designed to fit any door with a thickness of between 1.75-inches and 2.25-inches with a 2-and-1/8-inch standard bore. It comes with 2 factory-programmed passcodes that can be modified to accommodate up to 20 different users. The four-number passcodes are easy to remember and an illuminated keypad helps for nighttime operation. The Emtek deadbolt is battery operated, which may be a concern for some users, particularly if they tend to stay away from long periods of time and may not be able to respond to the Emtek’s low-battery indicator light in time.

Pricing

At about $$ dollars, the Emtek Deadbolt with Emtouch Keypad is similarly priced to other smart locks, but it is four or five times as expensive as conventional “dumb” locks which may actually provide better security.

How It Compares

To get a better idea of the options available, we’ve compared the Emtek deadbolt against a combination of “smart” and “dumb” lock designs, including

• August Smart Lock
• Yale Rimlock Heavy-Duty Deadbolt
• Kwikset 985 Double-Cylinder Deadbolt

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Emtek Deadbolt With EmTouch Keypad

Price $$$

The Emtek Deadbolt with EmTouch Keypad is available on Amazon for about $190, making it four or five times as expensive as unhackable “dumb” deadbolts.

Ease of Use 2 stars

The idea behind the Emtek’s ease of use and its actual ease of use turn out to be two different things. While the concept behind a key-code-operated door lock is decent, if the lock cannot be counted on to work properly then ease-of-use is irrelevant. While a glitch allowing entry without entering a passcode may technically make the lock “easier to use”, it also means the lock is not performing its core function and is worse than useless.

Performance 0 stars

Many users have shared that they were able to circumvent the passcode-protection on their Emtek deadbolts simply by pushing the button bearing the Emtek logo. As we keep saying (but it’s an important point worth repeating), a lock that cannot be counted on to stay locked is worse than a waste of money, it actually creates a new security vulnerability where one did not exist before.

Design Quality 1 star

We were extremely disappointed by the design quality on the EmTek deadbolt with EmTouch keypad. After having our own doubts about the reliability, we contacted some retailers to ask them about their experiences, and several said they had stopped carrying the product following numerous malfunctions that put their customers’ security at risk.

A number of customers have reported failures of the EmTouch keypad such that they were able to unlock the door simply by pushing the Emteck logo on the lock without entering a passcode: an unacceptable level of security risk for a device which exists for the sole purpose of enhancing home security.

Warranty 2 stars

EmTek includes a 2-year warranty on electronic components, though we have heard some horror stories about users trying (and failing) to get Emtek to live up to this coverage promise.

PROS

• Stores up to 20 unique user codes
• Includes latch and strike plate
• Unlocks via key or 4-digit key code
• Illuminated keypad

CONS

• Worrying lack of design quality and reports of serious security flaws essentially disqualify the Emtek deadbolt from consideration
• Retailers have reported that they stopped carrying the EmTek deadbolt with EmTouch keypad over concerns about customer safety

August Smart Lock

The second-generation August Smart Lock with Amazon Alexa functionality contains all the bells and whistles that entice users to smart-lock designs, but also the associated security concerns. Until the makers of smart locks do a better job of responding to the very legitimate safety concerns over their devices, we are unable to recommend them to our readers.

Price $

The August Smart Lock is available on Amazon for about $$$, making it a bit more expensive than the Emtek deadbolt with EmTouch keypad.

Ease of Use 3 stars

As it is designed to work with your existing lock hardware, the August Smart Lock is easier to install than the other locks we looked at. However, while the August Smart Lock comes with the kinds of features that entice those interested in bringing their door locks into their smart-home configurations, it also comes with many of the security concerns shared by those same potential customers.

When functioning properly, the August Smart Lock in theory will recognize your smart phone, allowing it to automatically unlock your door as you near it and re-lock it once you have passed through. While this certainly sounds convenient, in practice, the smart lock raises too many other security questions to justify this modest convenience.

Beside the system’s inherent hackability, who’s to say that you want your door to unlock automatically in all instances when you are nearby? This could create its own security vulnerabilities; not too mention that anyone who gets his or her hands on your smartphone then would have access to your home, as well.

Performance 1 star

At the Defcon security conference in 2016, the white-hat hacker known as Jmaxxz demonstrated several security flaws that would allow a malicious user to rather easily hack both first- and second-generation August Smart Locks. While August claims to have patched the flaw, both the initial existence of the vulnerability itself and August’s response to the controversy have given us serious qualms about the August Smart Lock.

Regardless of what other features a smart lock like the August may boast, if it does not give us the confidence that our home is locked securely and is not vulnerable to malicious actors, it essentially is worse than useless: it is a security risk. With our family’s safety on the line, smart locks simply continue to raise too many questions to give us the confidence we need to recommend them.

Design Quality 1 star

All the robust design quality in the world is worthless if malicious actors are simply able to go around them by hacking software vulnerabilities within the smart device. In fact, a strong deadbolt and other outward appearances of strength and durability can lead to a false a sense of security, which is the exact opposite of what we are looking for in a deadbolt to protect our home and family.

Warranty 2.5 stars

August offers a one-year warranty on the August Smart Lock.

PROS

• Attaches to existing lock hardware, turning any lock into a smart lock
• Is intended to recognize your smartphone, automatically unlocking your door as you near it
• Works with Amazon Alexa and Apple Siri

CONS

• Runs on batteries
• Serious security vulnerabilities have been demonstrated
• Only as strong as your existing deadbolt
• To use Apple Siri, the August Smart Lock must be within Bluetooth range of an AppleTV with HomeKit activated (Requires AppleTV 4th-generation or later)
• The most expensive model we looked at despite the fact that it does not include the actual deadbolt mechanism

Yale Rimlock Heavy-Duty Deadbolt w/ Thumbturn

This heavy-duty deadbolt system from Yale delivers old-school strength and security at about half the price of the more-vulnerable smart locks, such as the Emtek deadbolt.

Price $

Available on Amazon for around $, the Yale Rimlock comes in at about half the price of the Emtek deadbolt or the August Smart Lock, without the high-tech security vulnerabilities.

Ease of Use 4.5 stars

This deadbolt from Yale works just like the locks we’ve all been using for years: insert the key to lock or unlock from the outside, or use the easy, sturdy thumb turn to lock or unlock from the inside. It’s so simple and straightforward to use that we seriously wonder why we need to add highly vulnerable “smart” technology to the mix at all.

Performance 4 stars

With heavy-duty components, this offering from Yale provides the strength of hardened-steel inserts, a heavy-duty keyway, and a brass cylinder.

Design Quality 4.5 stars

We appreciate the old-school strength and durability of this Yale deadbolt even more after immersing ourselves in the security vulnerabilities associated with smart locks. The heavy-duty design, with hardened-steel inserts and a brass cylinder, give us confidence in a way the more high-tech smart locks don’t.

Warranty 4 stars

Yale provides a five-year warranty on its locks’ mechanical operation and a one-year warranty on the finish. Since we value a lock’s strength over its appearance, we find this to be a pretty solid warranty, and one that shows the confidence Yale has in its lock’s mechanical components.

PROS

• Lacks the security vulnerabilities of smart locks like the Emtek deadbolt
• Less expensive (but arguably more secure) than the smart locks we looked at
• Hardened-steel inserts, heavy-duty keyway, and brass cylinder add security and durability

CONS

• Lacks the high-tech amenities of smart locks, which may actually appeal to some users (and enhance security)

Kwikset 985 Double Cylinder Deadbolt featuring SmartKey

The Kwikset 985 double-cylinder deadbolt requires a key to lock or unlock from either side, making it ideal for some applications but less convenient for others. It is also by far the cheapest option we looked at, starting at around $.

Price $

The Kwikset 985 double-cylinder deadbolt can be found on Amazon starting at around $25, making it by far the least-expensive option in our group.

Ease of Use 3 stars

Featuring the simple insert-key-and-turn locking mechanism we all are so familiar with, the Kwikset 985 sacrifices some convenience and ease-of-use by requiring a key to operate from either side, though this feature may make it perfect for certain applications.

Performance 4 stars

The Kwikset 985 performs reliably just as we would expect it to, without the potential pitfalls of smart locks, like a dead battery or a dead cellphone. It’s SmartKey lock protects against common lock-picking and break-in methods while making it easier to re-key the lock without replacing it in its entirety.

Design Quality 3 stars 

Though it lacks some of the heavy-duty features of the Yale deadbolt, the Kwikset also comes in at about half the price.

Warranty 5 stars 

The Kwikset deadbolt comes with a lifetime warranty on mechanical parts and finish, blowing away the warranties offered on the other models we looked at.

PROS

• SmartKey technology allows for easy re-keying
• Protects against common break-in and lock-picking methods
• Lifetime warranty
• BumpGuard protects against lock bumping

CONS

• Requires a key to operate from either side, which may be inconvenient for some users
• Lacks some of the Yale’s heavy-duty features

Conclusion

After reviewing a range of “smart” and “dumb” door locks, we’ve decided to give the Emtek Deadbolt with EmTouch keypad an overall rating of just one star, as the level of convenience it potentially provides does not even come close to compensating for the blatant security vulnerabilities many users have encountered. The makers of smart locks still have a long way to go to convince us that they are capable of protecting our homes and families sufficiently to justify their vastly higher price tags.

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Deadbolt FAQ

1. What Is a Deadbolt?

A deadbolt is a type of locking mechanism that only unlocks with the usage of the right key. This type of lock is resistant to forced entry by way of credit cards or sliding tools. Deadbolts are secure and need to be locked shut only after you’ve closed the door.

2. What Are the Advantages of a Deadbolt?

The single major advantage that a deadbolt has over traditional locks is added security. Typically, deadbolts extend to one inch in diameter within the door, as opposed to just half an inch. This makes them much more difficult to open by simply kicking the door. Also, unlike traditional locks, deadbolts cannot be forcibly unlocked using crowbars or knives.

3. What Are the Factors to Consider before Choosing the Best Deadbolt?

Before you go ahead and buy one of the best deadbolts, consider the type of deadbolt that you wish to get. They usually come in three different types, namely single cylinder, double cylinder, and keyless cylinder. Consider getting a deadbolt that meets the adequate grades and technical standards such as ANSI Grade 1 and UL 437. Also, look for the best deadbolt with beveled casings and anti-drill features, as they help add an extra layer of security.

4. Where Can You Buy the Best Deadbolt?

You can get some of the best deadbolts from online marketplaces such as Amazon, Target, Best Buy, and Walmart, among others. Alternatively, you could also visit your local hardware store to see if they have any good deadbolts up for sale.

How We Reviewed

In addition to taking the opinions of security experts and locksmiths, we also scoured the internet to come up with a list of the 10 best deadbolt models. Once the list was prepared, our review team took over and critically analyzed each deadbolt on the basis of their features, pros and cons, price, and warranty. Then, they compared each model with the others in the list to come up with a verdict on the best deadbolt model.

Overall Price Range of the Best Deadbolt

The typical price range of some of the best deadbolts starts at around $20 and goes all the way up to around $200.

The price is primarily dependent on the type of lock, the number of cylinders, the durability, and the features. Mechanical deadbolts tend to cost much less than electronic deadbolts. While deadbolts that are purely mechanical are still a great option, they lack some of the smart features of electronic deadbolts, like the ability to reset the lock in case you’ve lost the key or forgotten the password. And conversely, while electronic locks are very convenient, they’re powered by batteries and can lock you out of your house if the battery gets fully depleted.

What We Reviewed

• Samsung SHS-3321 Digital Door Lock
• Segal SE 15361 Deadbolt
• Master Lock Keyed Entry Door Lock Deadbolt
• Brinks 2717-109 Single Cylinder Deadbolt
• LockState LS-DB500R-SN Electronic Deadbolt
• Schlage BE365 PLY 619 Plymouth Keypad Deadbolt
• Brinks 2718-119 Double Cylinder Deadbolt
• Schlage Z-Wave Connect Camelot Deadbolt
• Kwikset Single Cylinder Deadbolt with SmartKey
• Prime-Line U 9970 Deadlock

The Verdict

Based on our review of the best deadbolt models, the Schlage BE365 PLY 619 Plymouth keypad deadbolt comes out on top as the best overall deadbolt. Combining the best elements of a mechanical and an electronic system, the BE365 PLY 619 is easy to install and configure. The deadbolt boasts an ANSI Grade 1 rating, ensuring that your home stays secure from any form of forced entry and intrusions. If anything should go wrong, the BE365 is adequately backed by a solid lifetime warranty from Schlage.

Other Options

Alternatively, if you’re a fan of automating your home and would like your locking mechanism to follow suit, then the Schlage Z-Wave Connect Camelot Deadbolt is a great alternative that you can consider. With Z-Wave technology, the deadbolt easily integrates with other Z-Wave accessories and most home automation hubs. You can even set it up so that it locks and unlocks through the smartphone and voice commands.

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A sense of safety is one of the things that makes a house feel more like home. One aspect of that sense of safety is the ability to trust the locks on your doors. Kwikset has been an industry leader in locks for decades and is a name that many people associate with security. They sell more Kwikset deadbolts than any other brand by providing tough deadbolts that are secure, affordable, and easy to use. In this article, we review the best-selling Kwikset deadbolt—the 660 model—and compare it to several others available on the market.

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A deadbolt is a lock designed to provide extra security beyond that of a handle lock. It functions by driving a locking bar mechanism into the door frame to prevent the door from being pushed open even if the knob is turned. Deadbolts are usually opened on the interior of the door by a hand-turned deadbolt, and the outside by keyed entry only. There are many variations on this, but the basic design of the deadbolt remains.

Kwikset is a company that has been making door locks for over seventy years. They claim to be “committed to delivering unmatched security features.” Their products always meet the standards of the industry and often exceed them. Kwikset deadbolts feature SmartKey Security technology which protects against the most common forms of lock break-ins, lock picking, and bumping. Their locks are designed to allow the homeowner to re-key without the aid of a locksmith.

The Kwikset Deadbolt 660 model is a traditional colonial design, meant to be used for an exterior door where the homeowner wants to have keyed entry on the outside and a bolt on the inside. Lock bumping is a break in technique that uses a special key to open traditional pin and tumbler locks and the Kwikset deadbolt 660 integrates a side-locking bar which helps protect against bumping. Additional protection includes a lock resistant to picks, saws, drills, and being kicked-in.

SmartKey Security technology is another incredible feature of the Kwikset deadbolt 660. There are many reasons to re-key a lock and locksmith’s services can be very expensive. If tenants turn over, you have moved recently, you have loaned your keys to someone who you do not wish to have them, you or your household members have lost their keys, or you want to integrate all locks into one keying system you can re-key your locks on your own.

The homeowner can re-key their deadbolts on their own in just a few steps. First, you insert your current key and rotate it 90 degrees clockwise. Second, insert the SmartKey tool into the SmartKey hole. Remove both the current key and the SmartKey. Third, insert a new key and rotate it 180 degrees and then 90 degrees back to the start position. No further steps are needed. It is fully compatible with the Kwikset KW1 Keyway.

The Kwikset deadbolt 660 installs in minutes with just a screwdriver and will fit any standard door setups because of its adjustable latch and exposed screws on the interior face. The 660 model reviewed here is available in four colors: Polished Brass, Satin Nickel, Satin Chrome, and Venetian Bronze.

Pricing varies considerably for deadbolts for home use, and you can find them for as little as $5 and as much as several hundred. The products we reviewed here ranged in price from $14 to $95. The Kwikset deadbolt 660 is available on Amazon for about $14 which is on the low end for deadbolts.

We picked a few similar products available on the market to see how they compare to the Kwikset deadbolt, 660 model.

• Honeywell 8111309 Single Cylinder Deadbolt
• Lockye M210AB Mechanical, Keyless Deadbolt
• Mortise Lock Entry Lockset Deadbolt

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The Honeywell 8111309 Single Cylinder Deadbolt is available in satin nickel, polished brass, oil-rubbed bronze, or antique brass. It comes with two identical large-head keys and can be installed on left- or right-hand doors. A bolt is on the interior side and a keyed lock on the exterior side.

Safety features include a pin and tumbler system that is anti-bump and meets grade-3 security standards for residential security. The Honeywell 8111309 Single Cylinder Deadbolt has been tested by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI). The Honeywell 8111309 Single Cylinder Deadbolt is re-keyable by a locksmith with KW-1 keyways.

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The Lockye M210AB Mechanical Keyless Deadbolt comes in antique bronze, bright brass, jet black, oil rubbed bronze, satin chrome, satin nickel, and white. There is also a marine-grade finish specifically designed for homes near saltwater. This is a mechanical, keyless push-button lock that has a programmable code. It does not use batteries to unlock, but rather a mechanical tumbler that is coded for up to 6 different codes. It can accommodate most standard doors and thicker doors with an available extension kit.

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The Mortise Lock Entry Lockset Deadbolt is the last of the deadbolts we are comparing to the Kwikset deadbolts. This solid brass lock is an all-in-one deadbolt and doorknob. It is available left hand, right hand, left-hand reverse, and right-hand reverse which provides good installation flexibility. It installs easily with screwless knobs and plate. It can be re-keyed with a 1-1/8″ 5-pin ease to re-key the Schlage SC1 keyway cylinder.

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After reviewing the Kwikset deadbolt 660 and comparing it to some others on the market, we favor the Kwikset with no hesitation and give it an overall 5 out of 5 stars. Although there may be something exciting about new lock types, keypad locks, and smart locks, there is little that compares to a good solid traditional deadbolt. If your focus with a deadbolt is preventing others from entering your home without your permission, the Kwikset is the way to go. The Honeywell 8111309 Single Cylinder Deadbolt is not as high-quality in the ways that matter; the lock is easily damaged. The Lockye M210AB Mechanical, Keyless Deadbolt is similarly cheaply made, breaks with hard usage, and has a security code that is not as secure as we would like. The Mortise Lock Entry Lockset Deadbolt is a good lock, but the higher price point cannot be justified unless you need a specialty door direction or hand position. The Kwikset deadbolt 660 does what a deadbolt lock is primarily meant to do; it keeps your door securely locked and prevents break-ins from occurring. Beyond being a great, secure deadbolt, the Kwikset deadbolt is re-keyable by the user which means you avoid high-cost locksmiths. Finally, the Kwikset deadbolt is very inexpensive at about $15 a piece. Kwikset can achieve this combination of features at a low price because of decades of practice in making the best locks.

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This review is not to be confused with the month of August… Home automation is constantly changing the way we live and interact with our homes in ways we never imagined. The August Smart lock is a modern innovation to the good ol’ dead bolt. While lots of Smart lock are currently available in the market, the August Smart Lock differs significantly in its ease of installation and features packed up in the product which is expandable by its ease of integration with other home automation kit like Nest.

This review focuses on the August Smart Lock complete with Home kit enabled.  Here’s a glance at the good and bad.

Pros

• DIY, Easy to set up
• Voice unlock via Home kit
• NO need to change Deadbolt
• Remote access
• Geofencing feature (not exclusive, any Alarm.com or 2gig and newer system also has this)
• Mobile App Access
• 24 hours Activity log
• Bluetooth connectivity
• Auto lock door after a specific time frame.

Cons

• Expensive.  You could lease one for less with Vivint when signing up
• Requires additional purchase to enhance feature usage.
• Not compatible with some deadbolts

Home Kit Explained.

Wondering what Home Kit is? Home Kit is a proprietary framework by Apple for home automation. It affords users the ability to control their home kit compatible devices in their home via their mobile device. With Home Kit, users can lock and unlock their August Smart lock with their voice via Siri by just simple phrases hassle-free.

Design and Features

The August Smart lock is available in Silver and dark gray finishing. It measures 3.2 by 2.2 inches and has a round distinct shape like a hockey puck. It’s battery powered by four AA-sized battery that comes included in the box.  The battery goes right under the lid and is held in place by magnets.

The Smart lock is equipped with a led indicator that changes from green to red when the door is open or closed.  the smart lock is home kit enabled and takes command via Siri. You can easily confirm if a door is open or close by inquiring of its status via a voice command.

The August smart lock easily integrates with other IFTTT compatible systems.  Not many home security companies have added it to their security system lineup yet.  Unlike the Nest which integrates with several home automation systems, the August is a bit limited but can still work great with GE alarm systems.

How to Install the August Smart Door Lock

Installation of the August Smart Lock is relatively easy. A typical installation takes less than 30 minutes for the most inexperienced. It doesn’t require any professional installation knowledge as the installation manual is pretty straight forward. You could also follow the steps listed below.

1. Confirm that you have a compatible deadbolt as not all unit are compatible with the August smart lock.
2. Remove the screws on the thumb latch with a screen driver.
3. Attach the smart lock mounting plate to the dead bolt and screw it in place with the existing screws from the thumb latch
4. Attach the adapter that works for your deadbolt from the provided options to the back of the lock.
5. Attach the lock to the mounting plate and feel it snap into place.  Ssecure in place with latches.
6. Remove the battery slab and confirm its properly installed
7. Install the August App
8. Good and ready to go!

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Security and performance.

Having your front door installed with the August Smart lock doesn’t pose any security threat far more when compared to the standard deadbolt. Rather it gives users more flexibility with its range of security features like being able to check if a door is locked or open, not being locked out if you lose your keys. Auto lock features and smart lock. Being able to provide timed guest access through the door and a 24-hour log on usage makes it a secure option.

Our Final Say on the August Smart Locks

Although Pricey, the August Smart Lock is a very convenient gadget to have in the home, its range of features and ease of installation sets it apart from other smart locks.   The home kit feature requires an iPhone or any other apple gadget to work but it comes highly recommended by us.

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