Choosing a smart lock for your home
Choosing a smart lock for your home usually comes down to access methods: do you want fingerprint entry, a PIN pad, app control, or a full camera and doorbell in one unit? The four smart home electronics options in this guide range in listed price from $50.99 to $165, and they split into two practical groups: complete entry locks and a specific replacement part. Here's how to decide which one fits your door setup.
Quick take
- The myQ Secure View 3-in-1 Smart Lock is the only option described as combining a smart lock, camera, and video doorbell, and it's the highest-priced item. It's an open-box unit.
- The Aqara U100 Smart Lock in Gray is a complete open-box lock with fingerprint keypad, Apple Home Key, hardware, and key included.
- The Kucacci Keypad Smart Home Door Lock is a new full lock with keypad, fingerprint, app, and key.
- The Weiser Halo Touch Keypad w/ PCBA replacement is a new replacement part for Weiser Halo V1 owners.
Listed-price comparison
| Listed Price | Product | Price Bar | Standout Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| USD 165.00 | myQ Secure View 3-in-1 Smart Lock Video Doorbell Camera New | Smart lock + camera + doorbell | |
| USD 98.99 | Aqara U100 Smart Lock Gray - Apple Home Key Fingerprint Keypad Open Box Complete | Apple Home Key and fingerprint keypad | |
| USD 57.99 | Kucacci Keypad Smart Home Door Lock Keyless App Fingerprint Lock Waterproof | Keypad, fingerprint, and app unlock | |
| USD 50.99 | Touch Keypad w PCBA replacement, Weiser Halo Wi-Fi Enabled Smart Lock, New | Replacement keypad for Weiser Halo V1 |
Decision matrix
| Product | Best For | Consider If |
|---|---|---|
| myQ Secure View 3-in-1 | Entry plus camera and doorbell in one device | You want a 3-in-1 system and are okay with an open-box unit |
| Aqara U100 | Apple Home Key and fingerprint keypad | You want a complete lock with hardware and key included |
| Kucacci Keypad | Simple keyless entry with app control | You want a new full lock with keypad, fingerprint, and key |
| Weiser Halo Touch Keypad | Replacing a Weiser Halo V1 keypad | You already own the compatible Halo V1 lock and need a replacement part |
myQ Secure View 3-in-1 Smart Lock Video Doorbell Camera New
At the top of the listed-price range, this myQ model is the one that brings together a smart lock, camera, and video doorbell in a single listing. It comes with five unlock paths: fingerprint, PIN, Face Access, the myQ app, and a physical key. It's rated ANSI Grade 1. The catch is the open-box condition: the original retail box has cosmetic damage, including dents, creases, and wear. If you're looking for an all-in-one entry system and don't mind a used box, this is the feature-rich route.
Aqara U100 Smart Lock Gray - Apple Home Key Fingerprint Keypad Open Box Complete
At the middle of the price range, this Aqara U100 is a complete open-box lock that includes hardware and a key. The title highlights Apple Home Key, fingerprint, and keypad access. The lock body is zinc alloy with a matte finish. Because it's a full lock set with fixings supplied, it's a straightforward choice if you want a single lock to install on a front door. The open-box condition means it's not a sealed retail unit, although the batteries are still sealed and the contents appear unopened. For an Apple Home Key setup without stepping up to the highest price, this is the listing to weigh.
Touch Keypad w PCBA replacement, Weiser Halo Wi-Fi Enabled Smart Lock, New
This listing is priced at the low end of the group and is best read as a replacement part: it's the touch keypad with PCBA for the Weiser Halo V1, and it's OEM compatible with the Kwikset Halo V1 as well. The part is new and comes with fixings supplied, and it carries an ANSI Grade 2 rating and a universal/reversible handing. If you already own a Weiser Halo V1 or compatible Kwikset Halo V1 and the keypad needs replacing, this is the direct part to compare. It's not a full lock set, so the price reflects a component rather than a complete entry system.
Kucacci Keypad Smart Home Door Lock Keyless App Fingerprint Lock Waterproof
This Kucacci listing is a new full lock with a keypad, fingerprint reader, app access, and a physical key. The title emphasizes waterproofing. The lock uses a stainless-steel build with a matte finish, and it includes hardware, instructions, and key, which makes it a complete install kit for someone starting fresh with a keyless door lock. On the feature side, it doesn't reach the camera-and-doorbell level of the myQ 3-in-1, so if you want video, the higher-priced myQ is the listing to compare. For a straightforward keyless lock that still gives you app control, this lower-priced new option is worth putting on your shortlist.
Final recommendation by use case
- If you want a single device that combines entry, camera, and doorbell: choose the myQ Secure View 3-in-1, and account for the open-box condition.
- If you prefer Apple Home Key and want a complete lock: the Aqara U100 is the open-box option with hardware and key included.
- If you already own a Weiser Halo V1: pick the Touch Keypad w PCBA replacement as the component part.
- If you want a new full lock at a lower listed price: the Kucacci Keypad lock offers keypad, fingerprint, app, and key.
