Nest x Yale Lock Review, Set up, Pros & Cons

In this Nest x Yale lock review we show some interesting features: the lock verbally walks you through setup, all while looking amazing. Find out how well it worked for our testing.
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[@giddyjigga]

Review videos need to be more like this. He didn't give us his life story, moved pretty fast through the contents and feature while still covering everything. Concise without feeling rushed. When will you compare the nest camera & IQ?

[@SmartHomeSolver]

Thanks Austin! I'm glad to hear you liked the review. We wrote a comparison of the Nest cameras smarthomesolver.com/reviews/nest-cam-iq-vs-nest-cam-outdoor-vs-indoor/ and maybe we will do a video of that soon.

[@JeremyNaglich]

Austin 100% agree!

[@bidoof6064]

Austin back story’s are good nice to why they want it

[@exserk]

this is why i subscribed 3 mins into the video

[@sp1863]

perfect right into review no long intro answered all my questions... thanks man great video

[@DbeeSapphire]

I had this Yale Nest lock for at least a year. So many times I couldn’t get it to connect to Nest Connect. The last time it just wouldn’t connect, so I’m done with it. I bought the Yale Assure lock. It set up fairly easy although not on the first try, and so far after 2 months it’s not failed me. I especially like it opening the door when I arrive home. I hope to continue having good luck with this lock.

[@OpticalAlex]

The fact you’re wearing a skynet shirt while reviewing a smart lock...... the revolution has begun!

[@onac3079]

Also at first I hated having to hit the check after code unlike the Schlage I had prior but I realized people cannot guess the length of your code this way. With the Schlage all codes had to be the same length and after you enters 4 numbers the lock would error out telling someone your code is 4 digits long. I know it is rare for someone to guess the code but still, now they have no idea if it is 4, 6, or 8 numbers long.

[@SmartHomeSolver]

That's true it's more secure not knowing the code length. I would just prefer the check mark to be optional after the correct code is pressed, that way it could still not give away how long the code is. Not a big deal, I'm just being nitpicky.

[@kairains62]

Loved the ending - what a good sport she was! I didn't expect to laugh while investigating locks. Also very informative, thank you so much!

[@msjade4242]

The ending was hilarious!!! Love it!!

[@jny85b]

loCsOfLo\/3 Ms JADE Hahaha! "Let me in daddy!" 🤣🤣

[@ElmerArjen]

Oh god, this review has everything. Excellent info on the product and great sense of humor at the end. I just subscribed, looking forward to more reviews!

[@SmartHomeSolver]

Thanks Elmer! I appreciate you sticking around till the end of the video too!

[@KD2ZTA]

The settings button works if you do not have it set up on the Nest Application and are using the lock as a standalone lock.

[@SmartHomeSolver]

Thanks for the tip!

[@vntechguy3149]

Next X Yale works great. I have it for a month now. The motor is super quiet.

[@leonidruiz4214]

No built in Camera? is there any monthly fee from Nest ?

[@_dedona]

Thanks for the review. Question. Does it let you know if there was a failed pass code attempt? Is there character limit to the code you set?

[@FrankGrubbsJr]

I laughed out loud at the ending. That was awesome

[@gabytexas]

😂😂😂

[@stevemel7967]

Nice review video..it’s 3 years old but I’m going to use this video to install it tomorrow!!! Thanks bro!!

[@SharlynSpatesRealtor]

Outstanding instructional video

[@TechWithBrett]

Nice job! I've been thinking I should pick up one of these. Great review!

[@SmartHomeSolver]

Thanks, Brett! That means a lot coming from a pro KZbinr like yourself. Nice connecting with you.

[@TechWithBrett]

Working on it! Consistency is key and just keep making what you love. Looks like I have a few things to learn from you on Twitter!

[@JaeTLDR1]

The check is a security feature. If your code is a subset of someone else's code it would unlock early under the other identity.

[@kiralech9229]

Really great video. Detailed, yet straight to the point.

[@SmartHomeSolver]

+Kira Lech thanks!

[@scout1633]

Great review. Thank you for the in depth review. I have considered purchasing this home automation device for some time now

[@mrwlg243]

I had Geek Squad install my lock after Purchased. I worked fine but when the tech left, is when I began to have problems with the lock. It would not lock at times, and I got warnings that the communication between the lock and the WiFi hub. The two was only 4 ft apart, so that was a mistry. At times it would push the Plunger in all the way without any resistance, but other times it would have difficulty pushing it in all the way. I think that if there is the least bit of alignment with your door….you will have a problem with this Lock! Still I would recomend it, it’s a great item when it’s working correctly.

[@wishmorgan4238]

Excellent review. First time watching one of your videos and it hit all of the key points and even answered all of my questions. Great job. You have a new subscriber my friend.

[@SmartHomeSolver]

Thanks Wish Morgan that means a lot to me!

[@Kernriver]

Thank you for showing the privacy feature, couldn't figure that one out

[@nathancelaya2395]

I was honestly asking myself if this awesome lock would be suitable for my location (arizona) and was surprised when you answered just that. Thank you! I will be purchasing this because of your awesome review video 👍🏼

[@jonathanconcepcioncarmona7726]

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[@nypimpn8ez]

Good lock, nice review. Only thing that could make this better is a key hole

[@DaraAbasute]

It talks to you?! 🤯 wow excellent video. Thanks so much! I think I’ll survive with the check mark “con” haha

[@petersonfamily6223]

This lock has been out for some time now, and with pending, Home app updates, is there a newer version coming?

[@rberling1]

Please advise recommendation for the keyed lock underneath the Nest X Yale. I want to prevent guests from locking themselves out and defaulting to a key. Thanks, good video. Keep them simple.

[@2645whittier]

You may want to consider doing a video on how to get this thing connected to Nest. It took many attempts and a little black magic to finally get it to connect him and asked. I had to reset the master code and now after many many many attempts, it will not connect to Nest. Unless you are an IT guy, or nerd, you may not want to consider this product. Beware of comments like, “this is simple”

[@srikanthreddy02]

The settings icon is for enabling disabling other hidden features like Setup mode activation

[@SyCoREAPER]

Great video. I wish it had keypad key scramble. Guess I have to pass on this. Thanks for the great video.

[@kevinb.3657]

It is now connected to Google Home. You can lock it by voice, but not unlock it. They say it is a security issue to enable the unlocking.

[@gorkacesium]

This is the best video about Nest Lock. Super complete and well explained. Thank you

[@AlexisMaria]

This is GREAT! Deff changing my lock thank you!!

[@robincobb8611]

The ending is too funny.

[@badimpulses17]

As far as security it does no make your door more secure just adds convenience. For the same amount you can get a good Schlage high security deadbolt.

[@davechung]

This is a great video, but oh my god do I hate this lock. It’s the least reliable smart home thing in our house. Google is a software company that doesn’t understand that some hardware products just need to work all the time. But still a great video!

[@dhekwucieoejduf]

Ive had this lock for 3 years and works perfectly. Never had a single issue and is virtually unpickable, what kind of issues have you had?

[@wulfjr]

Thanks you solved a problem for me. Door frame hole wasnt deep enough. Thats why it kept saying lock is stuck.

[@SmartHomeSolver]

+Michael Wulfbeer that's great to hear you got it figured out. I just used a drill and a screwdriver to deepen the hole which is probably not the best way. Hopefully yours doesn't look as bad as mine.

[@TroyStennett]

So after more than a year of use , what's your opinion on the lock so far ?.

[@akominek613]

Thank you for the informative video. Is the privacy setting able to be enabled remotely from the nest app, or do you have to be within the same WiFi network at home?

[@lcglazer]

The screw that holds the backplate and the deadbolt and the part that goes outside the home does not align. How do I remedy this and what tool and procedure do I need?

[@stevarge]

Love to know if there is a setting to automatically unlock if a Nest Protect detects smoke.

[@Virtualmix]

You can turn the knob from the inside. Otherwise it would be a security vulnerability, imagine a burglar getting some smoke under the door and boom the lock let him in!

[@wonderwomand2431]

I have roommates that cant remember to lock the front door. Can I have the lock programmed that once the door is closed it autolocks?

[@Ares08080]

Last 5 seconds are gold

[@ivana6141]

I have a narrow glass panel beside the wooden door. Is there a way to disable the manual unlock from the inside. What is stopping an intruder braking the glass panel and unlocking the door?

[@seanpuello]

i got the security system. thermostat E. and outdoor camera. so very mcuh debating if this is necessary to have lol

[@derionler1709]

jiust get it a lot cheaper on ratedgadgets

[@thomashammel524]

Just an FYI, I installed this lock in May of 2018. It works as advertised however it frequently loses connection with the nest connect and it requires a reset of the connect device and a reset of the lock as well. Although a reset fixes the disconnect it happens too frequently and resetting the lock requires disassembly of the door lock to access the reset button. Since May I have had to reset this device no less than three times. That is three disassembly's of the lock and it is not trivial.

[@TheAzntoyhere]

You probably have weak wifi signal in your house. You prob might need to get an extender.

[@thomashammel524]

@@TheAzntoyhere thanks for the advice however I can rule that out in our case as I use eero and have 3 repeaters in our home WiFi signal strength is 5 bars at the both the lock and nest connect. All IoT devices in my home on the eero are reporting strong signal strength.

[@TheAzntoyhere]

@@thomashammel524 that's strange. I would have to check it for myself. Haven't notice any drop for me.

[@thomashammel524]

@@TheAzntoyhere Yes I thought so too. I have tried experimenting with it by turning off the WiFi altogether for a period of time and turning it back on again. The lock stayed steadfast and remained married. So I am not sure if the WiFi signal is to blame. What I have noticed is that the nest connect simply forgets the Yale device. On one other occasion the nest connect was not detectable by the nest application. So I am leaning toward the connect as the problem with a likely intermittent memory reset issue.

[@ppi57]

@@thomashammel524 I learned from Nest, that it might be more consistent if you use 2.4Ghz radio instead of 5Ghz (with their camera's at least)... might work for the lock too.

[@salami99]

Such an informative video! Great job!

[@africanhistory]

really looks easy to break into

[@nselhi]

great review! so helpful!!! why can't all review videos be like this! do you have reviews on other smart locks for the front door?

[@SmartHomeSolver]

Thanks! Yes there is another lock that is a really good option kzbin.info/www/bejne/ip29kHyDhZyshdk

[@OhGodAriseMinistries]

Can the guest access be deleted? I have been trying to delete the guest access but I am not successful at all. Let me know if you have any helpful suggestions

[@kristianeransbarger9704]

I'm trying to understand all of these smart home locks. Why is a hub (Next Connect or Nest Guard) required instead of just using the wifi which is already in the house?

[@nosirrahm]

I think it’s weird I can see the deadbolt from the outside your house. The lock is nice looking. I have the Schlage zwave lock which I’ve enjoyed for about 3-4 years now. Using it with smartthings.

[@jasonbarlow7246]

Can you program a schedule to unlock and lock the door during certain hours?

[@robertj5888]

Awesome review man! Keep them coming!

[@SmartHomeSolver]

+Robert J thanks!

[@deelyte59]

Can this lock be managed when you are away from the property? Can I add, or remove codes from wherever I am. OR do I have to be at or near the property

[@yug8719]

Does the lock needs to connect to wifi to get the notification to the phone?

[@kennyurbina9186]

Does it notify you if the door is unlocked from the inside ? Example like if my son open the door, would I be able to know or get a notification that he open the door from the inside

[@pedrosalazar1041]

Could you get a notification if the door sensor is triggered while the lock is engaged? (someone broke in). Maybe using Hubitat or SmartThings?

[@GinoFerreri]

I have that lock. I am selling my home and I want to give the new buyer certainty that I am not going to have any control over it. So, I understand I can remove the batteries to reset the lock but I am not sure if that's enough to lose control of the lock from the app we have installed. Your thoughts?

[@IsmailHamieh]

Hey i have the same lock but for some reason the setting icon on my door lock is missing! Is there a reason for that? And how to get that back on?

[@Target135]

Can I open the lock with my phone by talking to my Google Assistant? So without actually opening the Yale app?

[@mrquelowhat274]

No, you can only lock it with your voice. Google does not allow to use your voice to open for security reasons

[@maryfoltz1477]

Does Google Assistant work with this yet?

Great review !! If you have to decide between this lock and the August Smart Lock Pro? I am struggling on choosing :S

[@minimaleffort6847]

Great review! Debating about getting this. I have a security door and not sure if I can install it on my security door.

[@honestscentz9300]

What the difference between the nest Yale doorlock vs the regular Yale door lock

[@whatsup3581]

So it only does rhe deadbolt but what happens to lock on the door knob?

[@rcortada86]

You’re a cool dude! Great videos

[@krisragu4685]

I just installed mine but the nest connect bluetooth wall adapter isn't showing that 6 digit code my nest app is asking for, how do I find it? THX

[@2gnospam]

I have three of these, and just started using Home Assistant. I haven't found a way to integrate them just yet. Any ideas?

[@robertortiz8048]

Can I still purchase this lock with the nest connect but only not use the nest connect? I have an existing Google ecosystem in the house will it work without that nest connect in the box?

[@PietroMaira80sAreAwesome]

so if there is any software issue with the lock you'll never be able to get into your house. Battery or not.. U should always have a manual key mode.

[@Suavelito1]

Pietro Maira that is a good point, but a non-issue for those of us fortunate enough to have multiple points of entry. But for those with only one entrance, this may not be the best choice for that reason alone. 👍🏼

[@JOSEPH_VEGA]

Your presentation was excellent - however, yesterday my surveillance camera Observe a person pulled out a Gizmo device black like a very thick cell phone put it Over my Nest Yale lock, and put the devise back in her coat pocket and stepped back For about 6 feet and with the Gizmo device in her pocket she press it twice - One for opening the lock And the other locking it. My camera recorded everything I reported this to police. I need to know if the lock can be disabled without Pulling out the batteries. Otherwise, the lock has a security issue and not safe to have.

[@dwightadams3853]

Can you have multiple locks on your nest account e.g. Front door, side door and use the same passcode for each person?

[@JasonKarns]

Can the lock be toggled using the physical knob/switch from the inside? It _looks_ like it should be able to be used by hand, but I'm curious if that grinds the electronically controlled gears.

[@SmartHomeSolver]

+Jason Karns yes the lock can be opened from the knob inside. At 2:53 it's really fast but the lock is opened from inside. It's really easy to turn like a normal bolt lock.

[@AkersTimothy]

Such an appropriate shirt to discuss a networked locking system for the sake of our security! :D :D Alrighty, one question, can you label the lock so we can have multiple for the house, where the app can differentiate between what lock and who is accessing it? Thanks

[@SmartHomeSolver]

Haha thanks! Yes you can label each lock and it should say what code/person assigned access which door.

[@Shortyyz]

do you have to use the included deadbolt? or can it lock/unlock an existing lock as long as the knob thingy fits?

[@kenwood4764]

Doubt it. You will have enough trouble getting the Nest dead bolt perfect.

[@markc8070]

I just built my brand new house and I installed the Yale door bell and it didn't work.. it kept saying it got jammed and that it was pushing the lock the other way and not locking and saying it was jammed.. so I threw it away... not a good product for me..

[@ktcochran35620]

YEAH. ABOUT THAT SKYNET T-SHIRT...

[@MoineAbdallah]

does this work for a building gate? i feel we need WiFi access , so the closes unit should provide the WiFi

[@andrewd4030]

can you show what is within the home/away assist submenu? does it trigger the nest thermostat to go into home mode?

[@tiger6115]

Good review, but i had to hit the like button just because of the ending.

[@007prozac]

Also, what if you turn on privacy mode and you end up outside the home and your Internet or nest has an outage. Are you now locked out inspite of you having your smartphone with you ?

[@tommycaldwell6953]

Great review. What smart home do you suggest?

[@staceyb7914]

Can I manage my lock while on vacation

[@benavides912]

Great video! Do you know of a smart lock that has both a passcode and Bluetooth option? It would be great to give Bluetooth access to people that live in the house and a temporary passcode to guests.

[@danallen4787]

Do you know if there is a way to allow access to only one of your Yale locks and not all of them? For example, I have them on my front door and garage. When I issue a code it works for both doors. However, I only want it to work for the Front door and prevent people from going in the garage.

[@miamiCubaDominicana]

Good question. I do have 2, and there is no way I can use it with different code, there is no place I can find answers for that.

[@danallen4787]

@@miamiCubaDominicana I actually had to use to Nest Connects and link the garage door to one and the rest of the house to the other. I control the house and my wife has to control the garage. Only way we could get it to work. Seems like a great opportunity for Google to somehow allow you to provide access to just one door.

[@yeohjoern7515]

have you come across any smart video door bell that have facial recognition(like apple faceid) that integrates with other smart lock and auto unlock when detects home users

[@marionette06]

Why keypad when finger print sensor is so much smaller

[@SmartHomeSolver]

I agree that a fingerprint sensor would look much more sleek but it's convenient to give a code to someone.

[@jeffalex]

do you also lock the doorknob with the keyhole? do you need one? in the yale lock marketing pics i see knobs without keyholes... relying solely on the deadbolt of the yale lock. what are your thoughts on this?

[@abdullahiabubakar6724]

I really learned from ur videos,I'm grateful.

[@castercyrus9076]

nest connect is having a hard time connecting to my nest yale lock.what would u suggest should i do? did u have that same problem?

[@brad346326]

Can you do an update or does the new yale come with geo fence

[@bryantnarvaez6304]

Anyone know why the settings icon isn’t showing on the lock itself?

[@andylauch1]

Does it give you a notification warning if someone is trying to "guess" the pin/password after a few attempts? Do you get the full feature or do you need a monthly subscription?

[@SmartHomeSolver]

It will give you a notification after 5 failed attempts and then they would have to way 90 seconds to try again. You could turn on privacy mode at that point and they wouldn't be able to use the keypad anymore. You don't need a monthly subscription to use any of the features. Monthly subscriptions are only for Nest cameras.

[@andylauch1]

Smart Home Solver another separate question. My door is 70mm (2.75") thick. From the documentation from Nest website, it seems to be limited to 44.5mm (1.75") thick door. Do you know if it is the mechanism (i.e. there is no way around this restriction) or simply longer screw bolt will still be able make it work?

[@desuma09]

Great review, do you know if there is anyway to connect a wireless keyfob to it so I can open the door as I walk up to it? Using any modules etc? Im hoping its possible with z-wave somehow

[@chill7408]

Hello, when I try to connect to my hotspot a NA006 message pops up. I am 100% sure it is the right password and that my hotspot works on other devices. Any tips?

[@sufyanalvi6781]

Hi, Do you think it’s possible to go for retro fitting with this smart lock? My door is 3” thick and I can’t seem to find ANY smart door lock that particularly supports 3” door.

[@TheMacki95]

cant wait for the yale 2

[@victoriabanuelas9102]

Great review!! 👏👏👏

[@MikeKafes]

Hi Reed, Did Google update any of the features regarding voice command, or proximity unlock from phone BT/geo-fence/etc...?

[@Alex1234845]

Can I add passcodes when I am in another location.? I have an Airbnb and cannot always be home to change passcodes and would like to do it remotely