How Good is This Smart Lock? Kwikset Halo Touch Review and Use

[@CaptainLockPick]

I’d spend the extra money on the Lockly fingerprint lock over Kwikset any day.

[@LocksmithRecommended]

I like the location of the sensor on the Lockly. Easier to use.

[@barrynicholls3467]

Looks a good product, but with drawbacks would like to set onetime access via a phone. so that guests can enter without having to enrol them first.

[@chiprenner]

it takes 10 tries to get timed out.

[@jeffhowden9326]

You do *not* need a dedicated 2.4 wifi. It will work with the hybrid as long as you set up each band with its own SSID.

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Most of the newer versions seem to be able to sort it out too

[@dnoland77]

I like that I can rekey this cylinder. I don't like the lack of a keypad. Also as I have installed a few smart deadbolts for others, this one is the first that when setting up did not completely retract the bolt, making it a little confusing. But that was the Baldwin version of this lock.

[@leereichenberger7335]

First, I would like to compliment you on your voice and clarity of the lock information. I like all the features of this Kwikset lock,but I too would like to know if an attempt was made to enter my home. I think all the other features are great. Thank you and I hope to see more digital lock tests on your KZbin site.😁

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Thanks for watching 🙂

[@jvausa]

I like the lock but would prefer one that has a fingerprint sensor and a keypad.

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Totally agree. Thanks for watching!

[@larrymoore6640]

I like the idea it can store 2 finger prints for each user. The setup seems to be easy also.

[@jorgebelisario6511]

Can you share what you use to make it work on your door. Since you mentioned it had to have a certain thickness.

[@michaelbartholemew4327]

I just bought & installed a weiser smart key deadbolt advertised as grade 1. 1 hr later I see a KZbin video showing someone forcing a smart key lock in 10 seconds. Is there a deadbolt that is actually secure and isn’t featured on a “how to defeat” video?

[@LocksmithRecommended]

The smart key is great for some thing, but it has that one major weakness you saw. The easiest thing to do if you enter and leave your home through a garage door is to install the product we demon in this video on your exterior doors: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hF7bfmeYd7SYic0 It will make almost any lock pick and bump proof. We sell it on our website (link is in the description of that video). If you enter and exit the home through the door you want to secure, it won't work. Then your next option is a high security deadbolt. They're not pick proof, but the skill level required to pick a high security deadbolt is beyond all but the most skilled and experienced. They are expensive. $100-$300 depending on brand and level of security.

[@EatLotsOfCurry]

Loved this detailed walk though. Thank you so much.

[@Murasame]

Can these locks be bypassed using a electronics jammer?

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Can't say I've tried, but if you jammed the electronics (disabling them), the method of opening would have to be mechanical. So it would essentially just be like a regular deadbolt at that point.

[@nukeb2232]

There is a lock down mode but it doesn't happen until the 10th try and I believe it last a full minute or two

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Good to know....seems to little too late...

[@kodiackid]

it looks like a great lock that I would be happy to own for my home. Thank you for the video and review. Since it is on wifi maybe there is the software they could update on the lock via wifi to do those things you mentioned. Have a great day.

[@floridagarye9288]

Great video, but I would only use this lock on a door that I didn’t have to monitor and with 6 doors on my house, I have the perfect door for it.

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Thanks for watching!

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Hi Gary! You've won this deadbolt! Send me a message on Facebook at facebook.com/AcmeLocksmith so I can confirm it's you, and I'll get it sent out straight away.

[@billbauer9795]

If one gets a good door lock, and good doors and windows, can't the people who want to get in just use an axe to go through the wall of most homes (assuming the walls aren't made of brick)??!

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Yep. But would they? Or would they just go to your neighbor's house that's easier to get into?

[@mx2ce782]

I am looking for a residential use striker lock, I intend on connecting g to my Unify Access Home system... any recommendations on an electric striker lock system for a home?

[@LocksmithRecommended]

I'm sorry. I'm not familiar with Unify systems.

[@heribertosarmiento1265]

Wish it had the history of fail attempts as well but would love to get one

[@ducrider3167]

Informative video. I currently use Kevo and defintely like the ability to add/delete users remotely.

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Thanks for sharing!

[@avalu3477]

This vedio is so heipfue.Thank you for your share .

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Welcome 😊

[@sgtgamez1]

Lock down initiates after 10 repeated attempts

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Good info. Thanks.

[@Shotozumi]

Cool video

[@RiceEater483]

I like that it has a fingerprint sensor. But I wish more locks would allow for some kind of card or use NFC from our phone to unlock the door. I've worked several jobs where they gave us a card key to get in and I wish I could have something like that with a smart lock at home. Using the NFC on my phone would be even better. Not sure if that would be a security risk but I just really like the idea of doing that. Too bad most smart locks only have a keypad with even fewer having a fingerprint sensor.

[@monstafloppa871]

Great point on the NFC and card options.

[@angelotrezza]

I have a huge red flag about this lock. You can not use it if you are not in North America. I bought it from Amazon to use it in Costa Rica and I can not register the app because I need to receive the SMS code in a phone in North America. I contacted technical support and their answer was that I LOST MY MONEY WITH THIS LOCK.

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Good to know!

[@joycep4472]

You gave a lot of great information!! Thanks so much!

[@LocksmithRecommended]

You are so welcome!

[@Kash305]

looks good

[@joeldiazcastillo2704]

in Spanish please

[@changclifton786]

I'm swapping out the smart key cylinder and then I can sleep at night!

[@ajjuvt8320]

Can you please review on LOCKLY

[@LocksmithRecommended]

You're the 2nd person to ask me that. We don't sell that brand, but I'm going to take a look!

[@yvonnesantiago7637]

Your explanation was clear and easy to understand. Nice job.

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Glad you liked it

[@JA-lc7nt]

can't monitor if your door is left open or unlock, is a deal breaker ! a lot of great videos thank you !

[@LocksmithRecommended]

That's what keeps me going back to the Yale CBA lock. It's a pretty great feature!

[@jenawolfe655]

Doesn’t this app tell you the deadbolt is locked or unlocked? I don’t understand what you mean by “not able to monitor the door being unlocked”.

[@LocksmithRecommended]

@@jenawolfe655 I mean to say that you cannot tell if the door is open or closed. You can only tell if the lock is locked or unlocked. Having a locked lock on an open door is pretty useless.

[@gee4173]

I just purchase this, thank you for the review

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Glad I could help!

[@catherinebaranda1302]

I bought and installed. But i can’t seem to lock/unlock when using data and away from home. Have you tried that?

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Yep. The whole purpose of the smart lock is just that. Sounds like it's not hooked up to the wifi correctly. Call their customer support and have them help troubleshoot.

[@angryglock]

How do I find a good local locksmith? I'm in the Atlanta area and Google just returns fake-local locksmiths. I want a company like yours in my market to change the locks on my home.

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Try findalocksmth.com. It's an association for locksmiths that must meet certain criteria.

[@jenawolfe655]

This was a helpful video! Thank you!!

[@LocksmithRecommended]

You're so welcome!

[@therealnicksmith]

Does it store the fingerprints on the lock itself? That would make it usable in a power outage without keys

[@LocksmithRecommended]

It does. Once setup for a print, it will keep them stored.

[@j-s2526]

Does this work with SmartThings?

[@Lilmiket1000]

Very nice in depth video. Thanks

[@rschaefe1]

Good overview! How long do you think the battery will last before you have to charge??

[@NovemberJoseph]

Great review! Love you man!

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ruvinigamage1363]

Is this better than touchscreen one of same brand?

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Identical except for this. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6TVl2ysiL1qsLM

[@ruvinigamage1363]

@@LocksmithRecommended thanks for reply. I am from Sri Lanka . i heard kwiset app support only in Canada and USA.I downloaded the kwikset app to my iphone.Can’t I use this lock in Sri Lanka?

[@csf1757]

Does it interact with the Kwikset Kevo app?

[@nicoleb1980]

Thorough review!

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Thanks!

[@SaucyRay]

Love it!

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Thanks!!

[@MrCotico]

Hi! It is compatible for a door thickness of 70mm? Which digital deadbolt do you recommend for this kind of doors?

[@LocksmithRecommended]

I don't know of any electronic residential lock that will support a door that thick (even with their thick door kits).

[@MrCotico]

@@LocksmithRecommended 😔😔😔 thanks

[@chakochie]

Is there smart lock for swing deadbolt on retail door? Have been looking for one and haven't found any...

[@LocksmithRecommended]

You need a commercial-grade lock. They don't yet come with all the wifi / phone app features found in residential locks though.

[@chakochie]

@@LocksmithRecommended Thank you so much for responding!

[@joseontiveros624]

Does it send alerts everytime door is opened? Pick me 🙂

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Yes. You get a notification as shown.

[@donald8607]

Can’t these just be turned by force?

[@LocksmithRecommended]

I won't comment on that, but all locks can be bypassed in some way. Pick your poison. Check out our video, can all locks by bypassed kzbin.info/www/bejne/a2OVaZWKotd_ec0

[@ScienceBitch123]

No geofencing?