[995] Amazon Basics Electronic Keypad Deadbolt Picked FAST

[@Adeith]

Me: Wow, over three minutes that must be a secu... Nope, it includes the gutting.

[@HmmmmmLemmeThinkNo]

An impressively quick gutting, at that

[@JamesContos85]

And technically he didn't even "pick" it! Quick rake not once but twice, AND a gutting. Did Master Lock manufacturer this for Amazon? I feel like only they can make a lock this shitty. 🔒😂

[@xoniq-vr]

Introduction, picking twice and gutted. The picking itself was under 5 seconds.

[@kungfutuber]

@James Contos If Masterlock didn't make this it seems they have some strong competition!

[@Mecal21]

But it says "fast"in the title

[@elmagnificodep]

Can you do an “LPL Approved” series? Show us what locks in various categories (ex: bike, pad, door, etc.) are “LPL Approved” due to their difficulty.

[@SCHMOBEX]

Yeah that would be something. Watching LPL for 3 days now and im already on the verge of not trusting any lock ^^

[@michaellesak6912]

@@SCHMOBEX the old adage that locks keep honest people honest has always been true, he is just dispelling the illusion of security provided by marketing. LPL wont outright endorse a lock, he's a lawyer after all and realizes that if he puts his stamp of approval on a lock he will get sued every time someone bypasses that lock. the best you 'll get from him is a 'should resist most common attacks' or some other highly qualified statement.

[@antoy384]

ObeX No, he can’t ;) I don’t think there is a single that hold more than a few minutes with him. Apart from dead locks that are blocked. Of course there are, but it’s extremely exceptional. Also, manufacturers tend to change the guts once they have an approved lock.

[@elmagnificodep]

michael lesak I’m fine with that. I realize nothing is pick proof. Just looking for some 9 out of 10 locks.

[@awkwardcultism]

Try doing a channel search for "bike lock" or whatever you're looking for and watch the longest videos for his opinions.

[@nrazz]

They didn't even try to make this lock secure.

[@crowley357]

They didn't even try to make it stand for "lock"

[@SteelSkin667]

Honestly after watching some of the videos on this channel, is there even such a thing as a secure lock?

[@Melds]

Since security pins are still somewhat rare on door locks and other avenues are usually employed for break-ins, I wouldn't call this insecure. It's no worse than a standard Kwikset lock. But if someone needs better picking security they should probably replace that cylinder or look elsewhere.

[@subarutendou]

@@SteelSkin667 I always consider the lock is for average people to reduce I can walk in and take something thought, if someone really want to get in they can break the whole door or put a boom at the door.

[@jaalan7896]

@@subarutendou If I was breaking in, I wouldnt bust down the whole door when I could just break a windoe instead. Lol

[@thrstn]

"Let's try that one more time in case it was a fluke". It's never a fluke.

[@charlesb.3569]

I've noticed that too. Waiting for the video where he says oh it was a fluke, but it never happens.

[@BRUCEYBOY]

Tbh I love that about LPL, he’s absolutely fair to these companies with the second attempt to prove it’s not a fluke.

[@JoshuaGanoTyraxLightning]

@@BRUCEYBOY lol I think it's LPL kicking them while they're down, in disguise. :P

[@HeliosExeunt]

I guess that brand name actually has some meaning here.

[@yerwol]

Like the Amazon Basics safe which was picked in a couple of seconds also with a tool you can also get off amazon for $20 ....

[@crowley357]

@@yerwol they double the profit this way

[@mihan2d]

@@crowley357 And then multiply the profit tenfold when people have to buy from them anew all the stuff which was stolen because of the insecure locks. *stonks*

[@craigf6277]

Doubt it, it's just a rebranded Schlage

[@mariusschmitt5855]

Yeah its going in the same direction as masterlock but even less safe ;-)

[@Powerate]

I'm still surprised he manages to show so much stuff about the lock in 3 minutes.

[@garywalker6216]

It helps when the actual picking only takes a few seconds.

[@HariSeldon913]

I take that to mean he does these videos because he enjoys it as opposed to some channels where 3 minutes of material is stretched into over 10 minutes for monetezation. I even suspect some channels slow down their videos because they actually sound more normal at the 1.5x speed.

[@MisterGames]

Some peeps take longer than 3 minutes to get out of their car. LPL explains picks twice and guts in that time. Amazing!

[@willyeeton4390]

He's very skilled. Also assuming he really is a lawyer, he's probably good at getting information down to a concise yet informative form. He doesn't drag on, because this is what the people like.

[@Kanycmka]

well, there nothing to see

[@jonahcottrell2879]

I can imagine him breaking into my house and re-locking the door thinking to himself better try that again make sure it wasn't a fluke

[@GanonTEK]

Mrs. LPL: "Honey, we've to go in 5 mins" LPL: "Okay, I'll just pick one lock twice, disassemble it and ruin the company. I'll be there in 4 mins"

[@rubetz528]

Long time no see the pinning tray. I've missed the gutting for some time.

[@DrLex1]

And it's even the classic metal LPL tray!

[@bob-ny6kn]

@@DrLex1 I also like this tray. I hope he passes it to his children when one receives their license.

[@Polite_Cat]

@@bob-ny6kn Do you mean driver's license? There is no picking license.

[@bob-ny6kn]

@@Polite_Cat I did not know locksmiths required no license.

[@startedtech]

Out of all Amazon Basics products, why would anyone buy a lock made by them. An Amazon HDMI cable may work to hook up your brand new PS4 and TV you got from Amazon, but a lock from them will get those stolen.

[@horatioswrld]

Multi-family housing provider who buys locks in bulk. They don't live there, they don't care. Just need a lock to meet minimum code/legal requirments to rent the unit. This $50 lock will get renters attention and pay a higher rent because of the enhanced features of electronic deadbolts.

[@thomassommer2]

Highjacking this comment to remind people: HDMI cables are digital. There's no advantage to multiple layers of shielding, golden connectors etc. It's just a very simple cable, don't overpay.

[@michaelrose3989]

@@thomassommer2 Unless you are wiring over large light fixtures or over large distances, buy cheap cables. 99% of people only have them going from their cable box to the back of their TV behind their TV stand.

[@wileecoyote5749]

Because Amazon has hundreds of millions of customers.

[@Serena-or7sl]

​@@michaelrose3989 I buy decent quality cables because I want them to last forever. Poor quality cables are just material for headaches and additional costs. They are not worth it

[@acekoolus]

Can you test out the Next deadbolt? It is a bit expensive at $280 and for that price i would hope it would be secure.

[@startedtech]

Someone send him one!

[@AstolfoGayming]

I doubt he'll buy it at that price point, but he's been open to being sent locks for testing before

[@IvoHristov1]

Didn't you learn anything from LPL, nothing is secure!

[@michaellesak6912]

i'm willing to bet out of the 280, 140 is pure profit. out of the remaining 140, probably 20 was spent making the actual lock and the rest is for the electronic gizmo. the actual physical locking assemblies are almost always a chip off the old masterlock, and a mere afterthought for the design team. thats what happens when the majority of people designing it have electronic and programming backrounds, they pick up the cheapest off the shelf core they can find and assume its good enough

[@danteb.4053]

You know it’s not LMAO

[@t3mtf8]

Just bought two of these, took them apart, and 7/10 pins in one and 6/10 in the other were security pins of some sort. You're making the world more secure thru your videos. Thanks!

[@littlejinn8082]

Can't even begin to express my gratitude for these videos. Please never stop. Saving me money left and right!

[@samantha_pa]

I would love to see more home locks being examined at. Especially the technology driven ones. I would suggest a playlist solely for this

[@MosheKatz]

"A company called Defiant" - actually, Defiant isn't even a separate company. It is just Home Depot's store brand for security-related products. Their electrical timers and their outdoor floodlights are also branded Defiant. In any case, the Defiant locks are supposedly all made by Taiwan Fu Hsing Industrial Co. Ltd.

[@LongboatLtd2004]

i have a keyed knob made by Defiant

[@kulgan96]

the lock would be more secure if you glue the lock shut and just used the keypad

[@DonziGT230]

I was thinking the same thing. Keep the thief busy working on the lock that he thinks should be easy to pick.

[@HariSeldon913]

The key portion is there because those things go through batteries like crazy so you need a backup for when the keypad is dead.

[@Ranylyn]

In addition to the key being the manual backup when you need to change the keypad batteries, my experience has shown me that these locks appeal most to landlords with multiple tenants living under the same roof, such as a basement apartment with 2-3 bedrooms rented to different people. Rather than go through the logistics of changing the locks and giving new keys to all the tenants every time one tenant changes, they simply change the code and give the remaining tenants the new code. So on a basic level, these locks are more about convenience than security, and I think it makes sense to have further locks behind it (such as locks on the individual bedroom doors in that example, etc.)

[@TheGuruStud]

@@HariSeldon913 A quality one doesn't. Schlages last a year.

[@mcollins7012]

Hari Seldon they really don’t. I had a Schlage for 4-5 years, used daily, and only replaced the batteries once. Now I have another one (don’t recall the brand and I’m not getting out of bed to look) and I haven’t had to replace the batteries yet after about a year.

[@willjosephson]

Wasn't even worthy of the pinning tray Bosnian Bill made.

[@wbfaulk]

I always liked the metal tray better. I'm glad to see its return.

[@jonathanholmstrom9529]

Never been interested in picking locks but since I got one of your videos in my recommended feed I've been obsessed with it and I've watched probably 100 of your videos in a week, I know ordered the cheap picking set that you reviewed on your channel and I'll try to PICK it up ;)

[@midnight142]

The lock is so basic that it was seen ordering a pumpkin spice latte.

[@londongrace5784]

He should make an Amazon review with this video in it.

[@jafafa]

It would be deleted. Amazon deletes negative reviews pretty frequently. I know from personal experience.

[@londongrace5784]

@@jafafa sad

[@PaulSteMarie]

Absolutely, and if it's deleted, that should be noted as well.

[@Gulyus]

Someone did that on one of the safes i think lpl reviewed once

[@Chirael]

Love this, thanks for showing the weaknesses in commonly-sold and -promoted products like this. Still love your Simplisafe jamming video too; I’ve forwarded that to people a few times already 😊

[@123edwardzpad]

The production quality of your videos is par excellence. I hope you enjoyed making the videos, as much as I enjoy watching them. Thank you.

[@Ciborium]

Masterlock: We make it too easy for LPL to pick our locks. Jeff Bozos: Hold my kale.

[@chasemc69]

the lpl picked the lock twice and took it apart, in less time than the ad I got before the video.

[@helayaka]

That's why you need an AdBlocker ;-)

[@chasemc69]

@@helayaka watching ads is the least I can do.

[@tylerdurden788]

@@chasemc69 I pay for premium so I don't have to deal with ads and can listen in background.

[@electronicsNmore]

It's very easy to use a bunch of spools or serrated pins, the difference in cost isn't that much. They definitely want these easy to pick.

[@artstrutzenberg7197]

What would also be interesting would be a follow up video--what steps could you take to make this lock more secure (could you swap out the various pins for other more pick resistant pins for instance)?

[@robk5969]

"no security features THAT I'VE NOTICED" is this going to get to a point where LPL gets to a door and doesnt even notice that it has a lock, he just subconsiously picks it and walks through? or he might stop noticing doors altogether, in his mind, he just phases through them. in real life, he stops, picks it, then opens it

[@danilko1]

H: Honey, I'm home!... W: Oh LPL, you forgot your keys again. H: I did? H+W: lol

[@beyondsingularity]

Video [1000]: LPL breaks into Jeff Bezos' house.

[@stephen1r2]

Breaking in is easy; evading the killer robots--not so much.

[@kabochaVA]

"This is the LockPickingLawyer and what I have for you today are some divorce papers... (and a lock that opens with simple raking techniques)"

[@NainGeantMiniature]

I would really enjoy a video (or videos) focused on frankensteining lock components together that showcase how to DIY better overall locks. Unless I'm mistaken, no youtube lockpicker really spends serious time on that. Take this amazon one for example. The core is very obviously the weakness. The price however is fantastic. So if the core would be swapped, would it be a better deal than a more expensive overall electronic lock? Another type of projects could be simple to extensive modding of popular locks to improve their safety. Anyway, I guess I'm proposing to you an idea for a series. Frankenlock Projects!

[@taududeblobber221]

there is _one_ video on this topic, video 527

[@johncashwell1024]

Great video and, more importantly, great information to have, whether or not one is currently looking for a lock of this type. Great work LPL!

[@merpius]

I bought a keypad lock for my front door. I made sure I got one with no backup keyway. If the batteries go dead you can attach a 9 volt battery to power it long enough to unlock. I'm sure it has plenty of other security holes, but at least I don't have to worry about someone picking/bumping/whatever the lock.

[@golf-n-guns]

I'd love to see a ranking of off-the-shelf locks and their resistance to picking, etc.

[@aristotlechalkidiki5593]

Where do u get your tools? Where can u buy them? B/c my family doesn't think that our front door can be just opened and I feel inclined to prove them wrong.

[@Wis-ti]

LPL, loved the video as always, but there is a larger overarching problem that you didn't explain in the video. These locks are manufactured by the Hilman Group. They manufacture most of the generic locks you find on store shelves including Honeywell, Lowe's Remotelock, Menard's Trubolt/Atlas, Amazonbasics, Brinks, and many, many more. All of these locks are built as cheaply as possible. They all use a kwikset keyway, typically avoid security pins unless requested by the retailer, and always use double sided pins. They can even use the exact same design (compare Amazonbasics and Menard's Trubolt) With market is saturated with products that are built poorly, a bunch of them are just rebrands of the same thing made by the same company.

[@comments2840]

How about plugging that key hole and use the keypad only. Would that make it more secure?

[@jessecopeland9728]

Hi. I hope you don’t take this the wrong way. I really enjoy watching your content but have noticed a trend that you always find things to avoid based on your ability to pick or gain access to what you review. You are very good at picking from what I can tell. Out of all of these products we should avoid what are some we should look for? Brands, styles, types. Budget friendly etc.

[@nukemman]

You are lock manufactures worst nightmare. Thanks for what you do.

[@OpenRoader]

I would like to see you pick some European locks. I am an American living in Italy and I can say, they use some very interesting keys over here. I have no idea if they are better, but they look very complicated. Especially the home door lock keys.

[@alxm538]

I would like to see more electronic keypad deadbolts to see how they stack up.

[@CH-su5vj]

Imagine hearing your door open at night and hear "Aaand we got this open, overall a pretty easy pick"

[@scrungly]

this lock is very much like amazon the company: you shouldn’t trust it

[@briant7265]

What's egregious about this is that these keypad locks are often used for short term rental properties (cabin, Airbnb...) that spend a fair amount of time vacant. That's a situation where you really want good security. I'd put a good electronic only lock on the front door, and for "backup" a good key only lock on the back.

[@gergelyvarju6679]

I think there is a valid question about this from a security perspective. Plenty of homes have windows that are essentially unprotected and in a position where most people wouldn't see when the windows are broken. So that perimeter (external walls, windows, doors) of the house is very insecure anyway and for this reason, they have chosen locks that are keeping honest people out, but if they lose their keys are easy to open for the cheapest locksmiths. Anything better wouldn't make their homes more secure because of their windows. Now they want to replace any lock on this level of security (without any security pins are all) with a new lock that provides more accessibility. I am sure this lock would do that job. And if you DO want anything more secure it is easy to pay a locksmith to upgrade this piece a bit and the result would be better than an "off the shelf lock" with some minimal upgrades over this.

[@anantanupam3]

"Above average, but nothing particularly impressive" The plastic inflicted is Real

[@tarehjernetarehjerne4082]

Double sided key pins are used in challange locks. They create counter rotation if you try and over set it.

[@Cbass321]

LPL: Lets see if we can get this open *5 seconds later* Also LPL: And we got this open

[@chairwood]

Thx pikachu

[@therationalist4340]

Damn you pulled it out of the housing like it was nothing. You're good.

[@zaphodbeatlebrox4906]

I'll never buy a lock without looking for your video on it.

[@DipanGhosh]

It's pretty basic, on all counts.

[@rippedpantsaj]

for those who don't get the joke: it's an Amazon basics lock

[@jacobtownsend3766]

@Not Me Bezos would be happy to hear that in a different context.

[@JustinRosinski]

Nice! Haven’t seen the innards of a lock in quite some time - great work! You make the best content!

[@gazs7237]

I’ve just started learning to pick and lock picks make good toothpicks hahaha Bit on one, nothing on 2, very big bit on three

[@Ben7seven7]

Simple solution to this problem of the core being so weak. 1) rekey it with some security pins or even better 2) stick a Smart key cylinder in it which is much harder for someone to pick into or better still even 3) Put a Medeco or some other high security cylinder in its place. Whatever fits basically.

[@michaelpedersen7752]

Dear LPL. Please make a video of the top 3 locks in Bike/mc. door/home and Padlock i YOUR opinion.i know that your answer are out there in you videos. but just to summarise it all :). and its fun that your intro ( this are the lockpinking layer) . are sometimes longer that the actual picking ;). i really admire your work.best regards from Denmark

[@wyattllc]

id like to learn more about spools. ive heard you mention them a few times

[@ibelieveyourlies1984]

Thumbs up for sure. My OCD wants you to put the lock back together.

[@DashVandle]

A round up of the best home smart locks would be an awesome video

[@spyguy420]

Wondering what lock you'd suggest for residential/home protection, I have watched enough of your videos to know that most locks are just a time sink not an ultimate stop of breaking in. I have been using some interesting thumbprint/keycode only locks with no cores for picking most locksmiths ive had out dont even know what my door lock is or how to use it/modify it Just wondering if maybe you could do a video on turning a standard deadbolt into something more resillient or just something better then your standard home depot door handles everyone uses. Thanks for all your amazing videos! You present invaluable infortmation in nearly every video its quite impressive. Thank you for all the work and detail you put into all your videos.

[@nikolapetrovic4814]

Man knows his trade. Respect.

[@MystikFlyte]

This is the channel I never knew I needed in my life 😂 thank you random KZbin suggestions!

[@Jonathan-wu6hs]

Hey LockPickingLawyer do you Know any good locks to use on a scooter

[@jessiewhite7783]

I wish you’d make a series based on products you actually recommend for different applications. Great work though and thank you for your content!

[@FinnoUgricMachining]

I am not a specialist on locks. However, my thought is that this is actually a construction kit for a deadbolt. It is readily put together so You know how to put it together after improving it. Would this lock become any securer if one would change the pins ?

[@ilikaplayhopscotch]

Anyone else always automatically think “You’re welcome!” at the end of the video too?

[@Tasorius]

Feels logically wrong...

[@Alex-nq8wt]

Great video. However, I was wondering what kind of features should I look for when purchasing a lock? In my ignorance I would not have known that this was not a good lock.

[@anthonyscali8013]

For your 1000th episode, you should make a really secure lock.

[@MS-gt4po]

I would like to say that I recently bought one of these lock and all the key pins were security pins and driver pins 4&5 were security pins. Additionally the biting on the key was very good. 10/10 would buy again

[@allentonnesen1021]

It would be awesome if you made a video comparing several different keypad locks to this one

[@justinkoschak5388]

A bit of epoxy in the core will make that much more secure.

[@jamesstrain7062]

Kwikset was actually named that because its pins always “set quick”, even after a long time of wear and tear and BITD when nobody picked locks that was a good thing.

[@moistoreo6730]

Seems they removed this product from Amazon

[@CharlesBeaven]

Can you please do a simple video explaining what a spool does and all the other things companies use to keep their locks from being picked?

[@ntrf-xyz]

About half-a-year ago Deviant Ollam posted a video ("What is the Best Lock Upgrade You Can Make?") with perfect replacement cylinder for this lock. It requires no keys and is much more resistant to picking.

[@warpatato]

You know what would be cool? LPL going through a full bucket of crappy locks, picking as many as he can on a limited time and with only the most basic lockpicking tools. It's would be like a lockpicking gauntlet.

[@lovepeaceandhope3938]

Thank you so much for sharing! I just bought this lock and will be sending it back.

[@SylintKnight]

You should post these videos to the review page. Make people aware before they purchase.

[@PixelBrosProduction1]

Why doesn't this guy just get hired for all lock companies as a tester for the locks. Imagine the strength of the locks this guy could help make.

[@WhenTheManComesAround]

Wow!! They really meant it when the put it in the Amazon "basics" line. The seems to be as basic as they come.

[@macstmanj3]

The screw cap on the back would probably provide more resistance to core pulling than a clip or a pin

[@mereth13]

If you re-cored it, would this be a worthwhile purchase? Would love to see you take apart the rest of the mechanism for analysis.

[@heatshield]

LPL, not many people show locks picked while installed. It would be great to see something picked where you can't just hold it in your hand, putting tensioner in the optimal orientation. Lets say you're crouched down in front of a low mounted deadbolt flush to the door with the door frame in the way so you can't use bottom of keyway, tensioner to the right. Throw a few speedbumps in there once in awhile. Maybe the deadbolt is installed so that it is very tight against the hasp because of spongey weather stripping tape. That might be an option for you to make slightly longer videos. Maybe even on a new channel. Give you the opportunity to pass ten minutes regularly. It would be obvious thats what you're doing, but I'm sure the majority of your subs would support longer videos for that reason. Just a passing thought. Thanks for your time .

[@user-jt5vm3mi1w]

Do you show any locks that you are happy with and recommend?

[@ekummel]

I've always wondered why, if they put in the effort to harden the lock with a digital system, why leave the physical lock so vulnerable? This is why I went with a remote lock add-on. Attaches to the deadbolt inside the house and is only accessible through a SSL secure connection. As for my door lock. I went Medco.

[@twoeightythreez]

LPL should start a series detailing how to harden these locks. Better yet he should start a line of his own locks.

[@AgentM124]

With your picking skills, have you ever considered creating your own, possibly the most optimal lock ever, maybe for the 1000th video, or later on if you can't do it that fast. Maybe team up with a lock smith or someone else with an expertise or links to locksmithing. Would be cool what kind of design you could come up with that would be extremely difficult to get open.

[@silverstrings5569]

Honestly, it's just a series at this point: Amazon's Defective Choice.

[@candidmoe8741]

I'm moving to a new house. Need two locks. Bought the cheapest I found (4 pins). You save me a lot of money by not going for the meanest (expensive) one.

[@aaronvogt8820]

So could you buy this and put a more secure core in it?

[@jimstand]

LPL said that this is a Kwikset core. LPL's video # 527 shows you how to make it more secure.

[@Ben7seven7]

The lock can be re-pinned to make it more secure or you could put in a better cylinder such as Kwicksets Smart Key. I don’t know however if the high end manufacturers such as Abyss, Medeco or Multi-Lock for example sell cylinders that would fit but it’s worth looking into if you have a taller budget.

[@HmmmmmLemmeThinkNo]

Since it costs US$50, I would suggest a different deadbolt altogether, I think, and don't skimp. So instead of spending $50 + new/changed lock, just pay $70-80 or however much it costs for a more reliable lock

[@isher__]

Maybe not as subtle, but a scissor jack, a length of 2x4, and a flat prybar will get you in most houses.

[@lukeaspland9500]

I'm intrigued to see him pick a lock he considers extremely difficult to get into

[@seibastianmustermann1674]

what is going to happen after video [999] ? Reset to Zero?

[@dustysparks]

It looks like you could attack it by blowing out the pin retainer at the top of the core possibly with a (somewhat short) comb.

[@Fusako8]

TY LPL! I'd love for you to do some auto/ignition locks.

[@LuisRdzG10]

Thank God this channel exist

[@SydneyRoo]

Let's get this out onto a tray... Nice! M'kay.

[@Ralesk]

Wow, haven't seen your pinning tray in what feels like several months!

[@Ryan_Carder]

What lock would you recommend for a home? Locks are mainly designed to keep honest people out, but still, doesn't hurt.

[@philm8891]

I'm looking for a lock like this. It would be great if you had a website where you categorized and rated locks. This video is helpful because I won't be buying this particular one, but I still don't know which one is good.

[@larrisAWSOME]

I'm wondering if gerda makes a titan or g1000 lock that requires a code to be inputed in addition... I'm more interested in numpad locks that add an additional layer of security as opposed to convenience

[@Mmmyess]

I'm curious as to how the Kwikset version of this lock compares. Or maybe you've already made a video about it. I'll look....

[@artvandelay1099]

The techniques raking and jiggling appear to be the same and the tools the jiggler and wave rake appear to be the same as well. Is there a difference or are the terms interchangeable?