One of the best HomeKit door locks can add an extra layer of security to your home and your belongings, as well as make things a little more convenient. You can unlock your door from your phone, for example, or let people in with Siri. They can work alongside other automation equipment too, and scenes created in the Home App so that lights and the heating can turn on when you unlock the front door.
There are loads of options out there, but we've narrowed it down to the very best out there. Some have keys too so there's an extra layer of security should you worry that the internet go out and leave you stranded. These are the best HomeKit Door Locks out there.
No keys? No problem for these HomeKit door locks
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Touch, NFC, and Home Key
If you are looking for the ultimate in Siri, HomeKit, and Home app controls, then the Level Lock+ is the lock for you. The Level Lock+ smart lock unlocks with just a tap of your iPhone or Apple Watch thanks to Home Key support, and for those times when you are without your devices, it also supports custom NFC cards. While it isn't invisible like another one of our picks — the Level Bolt, we appreciate its clean, unassuming design, which we noted in our review of the previous Level Touch model.
Smart and secure
The Schlage Encode Plus is an easy-to-install, HomeKit-connected deadbolt that comes in two distinct designs and finishes. Regardless of your choice of styling, the Encode Plus supports Home Key, which enables seamless unlocking with your iPhone and Apple Watch. Even though Alexa and Google Assistant require a separate Wi-Fi adapter, HomeKit support doesn't, as this lock connects directly to your home hub using Bluetooth. This deadbolt also includes reinforced hardware and a built-in alarm for additional security.
Completely invisible
The Level Bolt is an invisible smart lock that hides everything inside your door. This design lets you keep your existing hardware and original keys, making it perfect for renters. Our hands-on review shows that Level's lock is also effortless to install since it uses Bluetooth for HomeKit connectivity, getting us up and running in minutes. Once set up, it can be shared with friends and family with just a few taps through the Home app or the Level app.
Keyless entry
Yale's Assure Lock 2 is a slick keyless HomeKit option with an incredibly sleek design. This Bluetooth smart lock has a large, backlit touchscreen keypad with weather-resistance to ensure that it stays protected outdoors. While it works with HomeKit out of the box, this lock can be upgraded with additional capabilities such as Wi-Fi connectivity and support for the upcoming Matter smart home standard via optional expansion modules.
Discreet convenience
August's fourth-generation Smart Lock is a unique solution for those who want to add smart convenience to their home without changing their hardware. The August lock replaces your deadbolt on the inside of your door, keeping your original look outside and allowing you to use your existing key. Once set up, this lock connects directly to HomeKit via Bluetooth, enabling a secure local connection without needing the cloud.
Interior design
The Yale Assure Lever is the only HomeKit door lock on the market that can function as an entry or interior door lock. This lock uses the traditional lever design and a physical knob that locks things down. A touchscreen keypad sits on the opposite side, bypassing the need for a key — just keep in mind that this lock does not have a deadbolt.
Say farewell to keys with the best HomeKit door locks
You can wave those keys goodbye with the best HomeKit door lock. All of these work with the Apple Home App on your iPhone or iPad, and you can even use your Apple Watch to open your front door with some of them. They're super easy to install, too, and you'll be ready to open your front door with Siri in minutes. All can be controlled in the same way you control the best HomeKit lightswitches, from the Home App or through Siri.
Our favorite door lock is the Level Lock+. We love its clean, unassuming design, and support for the latest HomeKit feature, Home Key. Home Key puts the keys to your home in the Wallet App for your iPhone and Apple Watch, so you'll always have a way you open the door. Wanna know what's even cooler? The feature also works when your iPhone's battery is depleted thanks to battery reserve mode.
Want to go completely keyless and phoneless? Then go for the Schlage Encode Plus. You can get it in two distinct designs and finishes, and it sports an on-device touch-based keypad to go with Home Key support. The keypad lets you leave home without your keys or your iPhone, and you can share temporary codes with friends and family who might be visiting.
What doorlocks work with HomeKit?
The ones in the list here are all HomeKit compatible, so that's a really good starting point. After that, things get a little murkier. Not all smart locks are made equal, and some don't support the HomeKit standard. Make sure you're looking for the standard on the product page of the lock you're looking at.
How do smart doorlocks work?
In the case of HomeKit, they connect to your home network, and work with the Home App on your iPhone or iPad. From there, you can unlock the door remotely, program scenes so that the door locks if other parameters are completed, amongst other things. In case that the lock doesn't work, there are always conitgencies like physical keys or keypads.
