The Nest x Yale lock should fit most homes as it replaces standard
deadbolt hardware.
Models like the August Smart Lock, Kwikset Kevo Convert and Sesame Smart Lock are designed specifically to clamp in place over top of your existing
deadbolt hardware.
Not exact matches
DOOR
HARDWARE HOLES: Measure and cut out holes for your door hardware (e.g., knob, de
HARDWARE HOLES: Measure and cut out holes for your door
hardware (e.g., knob, de
hardware (e.g., knob,
deadbolt).
The second category comprises complete
deadbolt replacements, which require removing your existing
deadbolt assembly and installing all new
hardware.
The outdoor side of the
hardware is almost indistinguishable from a garden - variety
deadbolt, which is a key selling point both because it is nice looking and it doesn't reveal that it's a smart device.
So we limited our search to
deadbolts that were widely available at
hardware stores, could be installed by a homeowner, and met our requirements on security and other features.
It's available in Polished Brass, Oil Rubbed Bronze, and Satin Nickel, and I've been using the Oil Rubbed Bronze for the past few months.With the Assure Lock SL, Yale has pursued an interesting strategy of offering a $ 169 basic keyless entry
deadbolt that can also accommodate one of several optional $ 50
hardware modules that add support for HomeKit, Z - Wave, or Zigbee smart home integration.Locking Overview and DesignWhile most smart
deadbolts allow users to lock and unlock from the outside with both a keypad code and a standard key, the Assure Lock SL foregoes support for a standard key
Despite some lackluster instructions (pro tip: Do not disassemble the lock mechanism), installing the Friday is fairly simple, and
hardware is included to ensure that the lock works with most existing
deadbolts and doors.
Line up the mounting plate August provides with the tail piece of your
deadbolt (that's the bit of
hardware sticking out that rotates your
deadbolt open and closed) and use the screws from your old lock to secure the mounting plate to the door.
Most traditionally, you can use the key you would normally use to unlock the
deadbolt, as only the interior
hardware is being replaced.
As far as
hardware goes, your
deadbolt won't be any more or less secure than it was prior to the installation of the August Smart Lock.
Because you are using the pre-existing exterior
hardware and keyhole, that part of your
deadbolt stays exactly the same.