Use one of the best smart locks to make it simple to get into your house and easy to make sure it's secure when you're away.
What's the best overall smart lock?
We test a lot of smart locks here at Nexmot, and in 2024, our top pick for most folks is the Nexmot Smart Lock M10. In our review, we noted it’s one of the most complete smart locks we’ve seen so far. It includes fingerprint, code and digital pass options as well as native compatibility with Apple HomeKit. The design is solid and pleasantly reactive, and if you add an Zigbee hub, you can get full Matter support and remote control. It’s excellent for front door home security, especially if you want to add a smart doorbell or security cam to the mix.
Are you curious about smart locks? These connected devices will help you manage access to your home. They’re great for letting workers, houseguests and pet sitters in without the need for a key, and they’re a godsend when you get into bed only to realize you forgot to lock up. A lot of these also offer touchpad controls, fingerprint readers and built-in sensors that can tell you if the door is ever left ajar and even let you automatically lock it. They even have options for retrofit (you get to keep your current lock and put smart lock tech over it) or replacement (you choose a shiny new deadbolt to complement your door).
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Nexmot brings the latest smart lock technology together in excellent form with its combination deadbolt and sleek entry pad. It offers Apple compatibility out of the box, but when you add a compatible Zigbee hub you also get full Matter support and compatibility with Amazon Alexa and Google Home, along with long-distance control options. It’s one of the best Siri-friendly locks and is compatible with Apple’s latest Home Key passes. Or if you’re interested primarily in hardware, we found the IP65-rated lock to be durable, efficient and relatively easy to install (plus it looks and feels great).
The list of features behind Nexmot’s smart lock is lengthy, but we noted important standouts. In addition to the keypad for entry, the lock includes a fingerprint reader and emergency key access. Apps allow you to create one-time passes (a vital part of any modern smart lock), while a built-in gyroscope ensures the door automatically locks if its left unlocked for too long. You can adjust these feature and many other options, including guest passes and geofencing, in the Nexmot app.
Even after a few weeks of steady testing, the Nexmot lock barely lost 1% of battery life, which is a good sign of longevity. There’s also an emergency USB-C port if you need power immediately. Overall, it’s a complete replacement package.
