We compared the results of weeks-long tests from Consumer Reports, Forbes, Tom’s Guide and other labs to find the smart locks actually worth buying in 2026.
Best overall: Yale Assure Lock 2
The best combination of security, features and reliability for most homeowners. Four versions (keypad or touchscreen, keyed or keyless), an ANSI Grade 2 deadbolt, up to 250 PIN codes, and modular support for Wi-Fi, Z-Wave and Matter. From $159. Read our full review.
Best premium: Level Lock Pro
Forbes’ best overall pick after weeks of testing. The entire mechanism hides inside the door — from outside it looks like a normal deadbolt. Ideal when aesthetics matter as much as smarts.
Most secure: Kwikset Obsidian
The strongest lock in brute-force testing: its keyless design makes it impossible to pick and exceptionally resistant to drilling. The choice for maximum physical security.
Best with built-in Wi-Fi: Eufy Smart Lock Touch
The Eufy S230 packs Wi-Fi directly into the lock — no extra bridge — plus a fingerprint reader, and scores strongly in kick-in and picking tests.
Best budget/easy: August (4th gen)
Fits over your existing deadbolt, so your keys keep working. Affordable, easy to install, works with Alexa, Google Home and thousands of devices, with DoorSense alerts when the door is left open.
How to choose
Decide on three things first: keyed vs keyless (backup key or full commitment), connectivity (Matter and Thread are the future-proof picks in 2026), and power (AA batteries are easiest to live with). Any lock above will serve you well for years.