Kwikset Kevo
With the Kevo Bluetooth lock and an iOS device, you can unlock your door with a swipe of your finger. It's not cheap and it comes with some minor drawbacks, but if you're ready to lose your traditional keys, it's worth checking out.
-- As reviewed by PCMag
Product details
- Your Smartphone is now your key - touch to open convenience
- NOW get FREE ekeys! Send and manage eKey access via smartphone
- Bluetooth Smart ready with a Bluetooth 4.0 enabled device
- Works with select iOS and Android devices (wider compatibility with updated Google Play Kevo app which determines full and partial compatibility) - please check compatibility (below) before purchase
- History and notifications - see who locked/unlocked Kevo
- Smart Home compatibility with Amazon Alexa, Ring Doorbell, Skybell, Nest Learning Thermostat, select Honeywell Thermostats, Android Wear and IFTTT
PROS
+ Easy to install.
+ Provides fingertip access using eKeys.
+ Let's you know who's coming and going.
CONS
- Pricey.
- No Android or Web app support.
- Slight lag time when unlocking.
- No notifications with key fob.
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By PCMag on December 13, 2013
With the Kevo Bluetooth lock and an iOS device, you can unlock your door with a swipe of your finger. It's not cheap and it comes with some minor drawbacks, but if you're ready to lose your traditional keys, it's worth checking out.
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