CBS News and Stations included Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch and August Wi-Fi Smart Lock in their 2024 smart lock round-up. Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch received the title of “best smart lock with a keypad” thanks to its fingerprint reader and Auto-Unlock features. August Wi-Fi Smart Lock was praised for its retrofit and DIY installation process, plus its smart home integrations, earning it the title of “best smart lock for easy installation.” See the full story here: https://cbsn.ws/4cmk7kR
Yale and August U.S.
Computers and Electronics Manufacturing
San Francisco, California 6,027 followers
About us
Yale and August Home are leaders in the smart lock and smart home security space. We create products and services that add everyday simplicity and convenience to our users’ lives by letting them control access to their front door, while providing peace of mind through visibility into who is coming and going. The August and Yale Access apps support our products in the U.S. and Canada, and we’re constantly adding partner integrations to our platform. We collaborate with industry leaders to seamlessly fit our locks into the smart home, making it possible for our users to come home to find a clean house, the dog walked, and those pesky repairs taken care of. What sets us apart from others? Our small but talented team takes ownership of everything we do, from start to finish. We are driven by a collective passion to create innovative products and services that make people’s lives easier and safer.
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https://shopyalehome.com/pages/smart-lock-solutions
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- Industry
- Computers and Electronics Manufacturing
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- San Francisco, California
- Type
- Privately Held
- Specialties
- Consumer Electronics, Home Automation, and Internet of Things
Locations
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Primary
500 3rd St
#110
San Francisco, California 94107, US
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225 Episcopal Rd
Berlin, CT 06037, US
Employees at Yale and August U.S.
Updates
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Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch was selected as one of the best smart locks of 2024 in Forbes. Named as the best fingerprint and key code lock, they highlight its sleek look and multiple methods of entry, which “makes it my pick for those who want flexible access, whether it’s a key code or a fingerprint.” Yale Approach, Nest x Yale lock, and August Smart Lock Pro were also mentioned in the article as additional worthy options to consider. Check out the full write-up here: https://bit.ly/45Oh9TS
The Best Smart Locks, Based On Rigorous Testing
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SlashGear featured Yale Assure Lock 2 and August Smart Lock + Connect in a round-up of Alexa-compatible smart locks. On Yale Assure Lock 2, they said it "offers many ways to lock and unlock your door," and mentioned you can upgrade to fingerprint functionality with Assure Lock 2 Touch and Apple home keys with Assure Lock 2 Plus. August Smart Lock + Connect was praised for its affordability and Auto-Lock feature. See the full write-up here: https://bit.ly/3VU1a3m
5 Alexa Compatible Smart Door Locks You Can Buy - SlashGear
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Yale Approach Lock with Wi-Fi and Keypad gets a vote of approval from Yale Home ambassador Mica Gimenez Obradovic (@mycolorfulfloridise on IG). With its simple installation process, she was able to upgrade her side entry in no time and make life as a mom of two a little easier with the key-free access it provides. "No more keys needed - unlocking the door for guests has never been easier and I can provide easy entry with a personalized code. With One Touch locking, it takes just a tap to lock the door."
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Digital Trends Media Group compared Yale Assure Lock 2 and August Wi-Fi Smart Lock to help consumers decide which smart lock is the best choice for them. After reflecting on their design, installation process, app experience, and smart features, they said that Yale Assure Lock 2 is ideal for those who prefer flexible entry methods, noting it as "one of the best smart locks of 2024." They called August Wi-Fi Smart Lock is "an easy recommendation" for those who'd like to keep their keyway or want an simple, renter-friendly installation process. Check out the full write-up here: https://bit.ly/3QY5BqW
Yale Assure Lock 2 vs. August Wi-Fi Smart Lock | Digital Trends
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"For renters, students, and those of us looking to add enhanced security to our homes...the Yale Approach Lock is a savvy investment." @How-To Geek reviewed Yale Approach Lock with Wi-Fi and Keypad and was impressed by its remote access features, Door Ajar notifications, and effortless installation process. They also appreciated that they could create smart home routines using our @Amazon Alexa integration and lock the door with a tap using Yale Keypad's One Touch locking feature. Read the full review here: https://bit.ly/4bZN4mM
Yale Approach Lock: A Great Smart Lock for Apartment Doors
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Tom's Guide reviewed our latest smart lock solution, Yale Approach Lock with Wi-Fi and Keypad, and called it "the perfect fit for the homeowner who wants the path of least resistance when installing a new smart lock." Its simple DIY installation process stood out as one of the highlights of Yale Approach Lock with Wi-Fi, as did its Auto-Unlock feature. On Yale Keypad, they said it's "perfect for kids or visitors who don't want to whip out their smartphones" and enjoyed the convenience that One Touch locking provides. Check out the full review here: https://bit.ly/4bPIvLg
Yale Approach Smart Lock review: A great retrofit smart lock
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After testing dozens of products, CNET found that Yale Assure Lock 2, August Smart Lock, and August Wi-Fi Smart Lock are among the best smart locks of 2024. They gave Yale Assure Lock 2 the title of best keyless smart lock, saying it "takes the concept to the next level with a smart lock as smooth-looking as it is smooth to use." August Smart Lock was named the best lock for apartment dwellers thanks to its low profile and retrofit design, and August Wi-Fi Smart Lock was crowned as the best retrofit smart lock and was highlighted as an editor's choice. See the full list here: https://cnet.co/3Pb1OVt
Best Smart Locks of 2024
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Android Police included three Yale and August smart locks among their 2024 top smart lock picks. The "highly dependable" Yale Assure Lock 2 and Nest x Yale Lock were named as the premium pick and best smart lock for Google Home users respectively, and they called Yale "one of America's most respected lock companies." August Wi-Fi Smart Lock scored the title of best overall smart lock for its quick installation and built-in Wi-Fi technology. See the full round-up here: https://bit.ly/43hsdpH
Best smart locks in 2024
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Yale Assure Lock SL and August Smart Lock Pro + Connect were included in Popular Mechanics Magazine's round-up of best smart locks for renters and rental owners. Yale Assure Lock SL was named “best for Wi-Fi connection,” and it stood out as a “complete replacement for your current deadbolt system" through the key-free access provided by the Yale Access app and the lock’s keypad. August Smart Lock Pro + Connect was highlighted for its voice assistant integrations and retrofit design, earning it the title of “most versatile.” Read the full article here: https://bit.ly/4b6uBEw
Secure Your Home, Apartment, or Rental with These Tested Smart Locks
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