Another smart lock system:
Okidokeys (yes, really)
https://www.okidokeys.com/
I am honestly surprised I've never heard of this before. It's an
amazing system with a great price - and an enormous step up from the Lockitron. My only complaint would be the industrial design of both the hardware & the app (both look goofy), but apparently they have interchangeable faceplates now (including more traditional colors), which can also be custom-painted to match your residence. The video is a bit long, but provides a good introduction to the system:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_7fFAkJgWs
Review here:
http://www.thegadgetguycolumn.com/2014/11/11/okidokeys-smart-lock
Reviews are generally positive on Amazon:
http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=bl_sr_hi...ys&node=228013
CNET has the scoop: (from January)
http://www.cnet.com/products/okidokeys-smart-lock-polar-white/
A spin-off project from hotel smart lock provider OpenWays, Okidokeys has what looks like a comprehensive line of smart-lock products on its hands. Not only will the company be selling its Bluetooth-enabled Smart-Lock, but it also has an in-home gateway to sync up control of multiple locks, an electronic gate/garage door opener, as well as a door-mountable reader you can use to swipe your way inside your home.
This is actually a
really cool system for a number of reasons:
1. It's compatible with many existing deadbolts
2. Multiple control options
3. Multiple locations
4. Multiple door types
Key features:
1. Uses (4) AAA batteries (battery life appears to be about 4 months)
2. Not dependent no Wifi to operate
3. Hands-free mode unlocks the house when you're nearby (Bluetooth proximity detection)
4. Intrusion warning with built-in alarm
5. Option to automatically re-lock your door after closing it (NICE!)
6. Notifications
7. Control via app or browser
8. Add both users & time-shifts
9. Control multiple doors
10. Control multiple homes
11. Available in white, black, satin chrome, satin brass, antique brass, and paint-it-yourself to match your home
As far as security goes:
In terms of digital security, OKIDOKEYS products use highly secure encryption technologies, similar to banking and military standards (including AES 256-bit and 3D Secure login), combined with additional layers of proven and patented security technologies. The Smart-Lock, web portal, and app are as close to impossible to hack as they can be, and have been certified by multiple independent security auditors and major hotel chains.
Hardware compatibility:
1. Compatible with single-cylinder ANSI Grade 1 or 2 deadbolts & keys
2. Brands include Schlage, Yale, Kwikset, Weslock, Baldwin, and Weiserlock
3. Not compatible with mortise, rim cylinder, or integrated lock & handle
Control options:
1. Bluetooth 4.0 (proximity unlock)
2. Non-smartphones (via SMS)
3. RFID (wristbands, cards, and keychains - no battery)
4. Wifi (via their web portal; see licensing below for more info)
Software compatibility:
1. iPhone app (iPhone 4S or above)
2. Android app (Android 4.3 or above)
3. Web portal
Licensing:
1. HomeKeys license
2. ProKeys license ($25/yr)
The ProKeys license basically just bumps up what you get for free with the HomeKeys license: manage unlimited devices (5 with HomeKeys), unlimited users (10 with HomeKeys), up to 25 SMS keys per month (10 with HomeKeys), and unlimited time-shifts. They do have a separate SMS Pack if you need more than 25 SMS keys per month; that is actually really smart because a lot of contractors still don't use smartphones.
https://www.okidokeys.com/content/18-okidokeys-licences
Hardware:
https://www.okidokeys.com/2-all-products
1.
Smart-Lock: ($200) Includes a lock and a HomeKeys license.
2.
Access-Pack: ($260) Adds one of each on top of the lock kit: white reader, card, wristband, and keychain. Basically like an RFID starter bundle ($40 savings as bundled).
3.
Connect-Pack: ($360) Adds a gateway on top of the Access Pack ($80 total savings as bundled).
4.
Smart-Lock Covers: ($20)
5.
Smart-Garage: ($200) Using garage door's existing electric mechanism & runs off door’s existing power supply.
6.
Smart-Gate: ($200) Using gates door's existing electric mechanism & runs off door’s existing power supply.
7.
Smart-Gateway: ($140) Basically a Wifi bridge that lets your locks talk to Wifi, which lets them communicate with the web portal, which lets you do remote management & get alerts.
8.
Smart-Reader: ($100) Includes reader, card, wristbad, and keychain. Runs off (3) AAA batteries. Includes wireless doorbell in the reader. Peel & stick installation. Required for all RFID gear.
9.
Wristband-Tag: (3-pack for $20, 9-pack for $50) Comes in white, black, and green.
10.
Wristband-Tag Kids: (3-pack for $20, 9-pack for $50) Comes in pink, green, and blue.
11.
Keychain-Tags: (3 for $20, 9 for $50) Comes in white, silver, or green.
12.
Card-Tag: (3 for $20, 9 for $50)
13.
Tag-Pack: ($50) Includes 3 cards, 3 wristbands (white, black, and green), and 3 keychains (white, silver, and green).
Freaking AWESOME! I was going to buy a Schlage smart deadbolt at some point for ~$200, plus a Chamberlain MyQ garage door adapter for $130 (that's $330 together for two separate systems that would tie into my Wink Hub), but this looks
way better! Plus you can integrate your front door, your back door, and your garage door, and let other people come in, and do a second home or vacation home. This would be great for the elderly who have caretakers & cleaners, for wealthier people who have various types of help coming & going, people doing home projects with contractors, people with kids or large families, all kinds of applications! Brilliant system, adding to my wishlist for sure! Oh, and they do feature home automation integration.