Smart Lock Review - Yale Assure Lock w/ Connect by August - Review & Features

[@jackhennessey4154]

We ended up exchanging this model for the slimmer version kzbin.infoUgkx0jZ_lGlDVJhDnmagEU8gn47cmfPNlLQU because it was too wide for the only door trim area that made sense to mount it on. However, we should have just noted the dimensions prior to purchasing. Otherwise, we love the doorbell. It works perfectly, and the video is very clear, even at night.

[@lahoripavan]

A very detailed and astute review. Thank you, Robert!

[@singhaniket]

​ @ACME Locksmith Hello Robert. I have a question for you. Right in the beginning you said that this device doesn't need a hub. But it looks like it does need a hub which you show at 3:27 ? This hub is needed to connect the Yale lock to Wifi, otherwise the lock cannot by itself connect to Wifi. Is my understanding correct

[@LocksmithRecommended]

I'm sorry, I was not clear. Not a traditional, 3rd party hub that you have to go through a lot of programming to connect to (like Zigbee or Zwave). There is a small plugin wifi connector dedicated to this product that connects it to the wifi with any hassle.

[@dreamshakegaming]

does it come with actual keys so you can open your door manually just incase wi fi is out?

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Yes. There is a key override. 👍

[@chrischevalier2918]

This is my favorite lock system of the three

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Mine too! Thank you for the support.

[@bishopcruz]

Can you replace the cylinder with a high security one?

[@qbvt1]

Is there only one key? And what do I have to do to get my key to work with it?

[@dr.joelsantiagovalcarcelmd5838]

Hello, I know this is 2 years old, After the setup is performed, if the internet stop working, the lock will still work perfectly with the last info I entered?? Thanks love your videos very informative!

[@LocksmithRecommended]

No worries! This is still our favorite lock of 2022. If the internet goes down everything at the lock will work exactly as it's supposed to. All you lose is the wifi control from the phone, because the phone won't be able to communicate with the lock until the internet comes back up.

[@boblochen]

2 questions: Is it loud and do you need to leave an app open and running in the background on your smartphone? Thanks.

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Think of this as a pull monitoring system. Not a push. That is, you open the app to check status, issues codes, read log, etc...It does not automatically notify you.

[@BD90..]

Whatever overide lock is used should be high security so that is not the weak link.

[@kennyvalentine7644]

Bumping and Picking. If purchased with a backup key how can this be made bump and pick safe? Obviously the keyless model takes care of that issue with the obvious downside of not having a secondary way of unlocking the door. Love your videos!

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Good question! You can replace the cylinder with a high-security cylinder. www.acmelocksmith.com/buy-safes-online/yale-touch-screen-bluetooth-deadbolt-yrg426.html

[@bobkrueger194]

Do you have a setup and feature video for this lock? Looks interesting.

[@LocksmithRecommended]

I don't. But it's super simple. App will walk you through it if you go with the wifi version. If you use just the non-wifi version, it talks you through it.

[@srigz5922]

@@LocksmithRecommended I can’t figure out how to get my door to unlock as I approach with my iPhone. What am I missing. I have a perimeter set up but I don’t see how to connect to my iPhone. Helllllp? Can you direct me to “complete A-Z instructions on that? Thx

[@LocksmithRecommended]

@@srigz5922 Once the August app is setup on your iphone, enable the auto unlock feature in the lock settings.

[@srigz5922]

@@LocksmithRecommended Thank you. I just spent some time on it and got it done. THANK YOU for your service to techno rocks like myself. 😉

[@breannamedda759]

Does it matter which side your door handle is on when purchasing this system? Is it universal for left vs right hand swing? Thanks!

[@LocksmithRecommended]

It will automatically adjust for the door handing after installation.

[@havenrealestatedesigndetro767]

Can I send photos or a short video of our current lock to you to see which one of the Yale assure w August we should buy? I’m not sure if we need a special knob or if it’s connected or not.

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Sure. form.jotform.us/60085597700155

[@d.burton959]

I need to know if it has a auto lock?my old Yale had it looking to upgrade.

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Yes. It can be set to auto lock. If you are going to use auto lock, I'd recommend the lever version of the lock, instead of the deadbolt. The reason being is that if the deadbolt autolocks and then you try to close the door, you'll hit and damage the frame as in this photo. www.acmelocksmith.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/dmage-done-by-auto-extracting-db-290x400.jpg. You can get the lever version on Amazon here: amzn.to/34i6qmt

[@darrylkim4799]

If I purchase the "Standalone" lock (as shown on the Yale website), does it come with the August bridge? Or do I need to order the Z-Wave or Zigbee upgrade?

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Il not sure how they sell it on their website. But you don't want zigbee or zwave. You want the CBA upgrade. Some come with and some don't. We have them on our website here. www.acmelocksmith.com/buy-safes-online/yale-touch-screen-bluetooth-deadbolt-yrg426.html

[@cameroncostley1803]

Can I set a rule so the door will lock every night at 10 pm if the door is closed? Great video and I really enjoyed the fact that you're a locksmith.

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Scheduling in this way is not support. You can set it to auto lock but not at a specific time.

[@thatcanadian6698]

Isn't the auto unlock feature a weak point? What if your phone is stolen and the thief knows where you live? The lock doesn't know who's carrying the phone and would open for anyone who's holding it. Is there a range limit for it? Could the lock open, accidentally, in the middle of the night if it picks up the phones signal even if it's upstairs in the bedroom?

[@LocksmithRecommended]

No. The phone has to be unlocked to use the feature. The app does not have to be open, but the phone has to be unlocked.

[@ChrisPolg]

@@LocksmithRecommended thank you for this information

[@pramodkrishnan3115]

I watched all three reviews and like the Yale a lot. I have a Kwikset lock now and don't want to change the existing keys. Can I use the existing Kwikset keys with the Yale?

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Yes. You just need to put a Kwikset KIK cylinder in it and key it up to your existing key. A local locksmith can do for you.

[@T-Slider]

Q.1 What if I’m the bad guy, and I only want to break into to rich homes. The ones that would spend this kind of money for a lock. So I order one of these with August. I take it out of box and program it but link it to wifi on my phone by setting up a hotspot. I then go to a house that has this lock. Rip the cover off, and pull the owners August out, plug my bridge into the power socket by the front door, plug my August into the owners lock, wait for it to reconnect to my bridge, crank the app and unlock the door!!! Popping the cover off the key pad looks like a piece of cake! Is this possible? Of course I’ve canvased the area to make sure there are enough of these locks to go to the trouble. Of course I replace the house owners August, it relocks the door automatically, remove my bridge from that convenient socket by the door. The owner returns to find the house has been broken into. And even though the plastic cover on the lock has been destroyed, the lock is working perfectly. Hmm! I believe the August should be inside the house side of the lock!

[@LocksmithRecommended]

It is on the inside of the door.

[@Itsmelucky4]

I have a question. What is the difference between buying the August version that you have in your video; and buying it directly from the Yale website that supports the Bluetooth and WiFi, Do they work the same as far as features are concerned. I figure you use the August app for functionality purposes and Yale has their own app I’m guessing which maybe the only difference and the fact that your using a August module in the lock.

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Yale acquired August and incorporated their technology. Prior to this, the Yale locks required 3rd party hubs like zigbee or zwave to get wifi phone app support and that was a pain. What you want, no matter where you get it from, is the Yale product with CBA (connect by August). That gives you the technology you want. The old Yale app was for their old product, the new app is basically the August app. It's available on Amazon: amzn.to/2Q31QUE Full disclosure. ACME Locksmith gets a small commission if you purchase using that link.

[@NedumEze]

What should I expect if I have this lock on a number of important rooms in the house? Can the App manage more than one of them in a house or location?

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Yes. You can add multiple locks.

[@NedumEze]

@@LocksmithRecommended Thanks a Tonne, Sir. I appreciate.

[@mrpmj00]

I'd pass. wifi has short battery life of 3 months whereas zwave battery life is 6 months -12 months.

[@LocksmithRecommended]

I get about a year out of mine. Not heavy use though.

[@sudo936]

Boy the reviews are so bad for these smart locks (all brands really) I am hesitant..

[@flygirl4487]

The Yale app doesn't work. I am very disappointed with this company.

[@LocksmithRecommended]

Did you try their customer support? We sell a lot of these and haven't had any app problems.

[@flygirl4487]

@@LocksmithRecommended Could be because I use android.

[@LocksmithRecommended]

@@flygirl4487 That's what I use.😃 Go android!

[@flygirl4487]

@@LocksmithRecommended The august app works somewhat, but I can't get the Yale app to work, even though that is where Yale points you to. Like your videos though.