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Yale Assure Lock Push Button Keypad with Z-Wave, Satin Nickel - Works with Your Smart Home, Including SmartThings and Wink (YRD216ZW2619)

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I’m always conflicted on how to be fair on some complex products.  I like the idea and concept behind the product.  However it is possible that a different viewpoint would find this superior to my own.   I found the Bilt app for three D installation help to be cute but not really helpful.  Sadly I’m old school and like detailed written instructions.  I found the instructions lacking.  The build quality seems very durable but the installation more complex than comfortable.   I also saw that the lock can be easily picked by someone willing to search for as hack online.   Overall, quality is good, instructions are mediocre and complex.   Perhaps after installing two or three of these I would like it but with installation of one, I did not.  My old mechanical deadbolt is back on the door.

 From the vendor:
·                        Lock, unlock, see current status, receive notifications and manage pin codes with compatible Z-Wave smart home or alarm systems including SmartThings, Wink, Vera, Honeywell and Iris (features vary)
·                        Unlock and lock your home without the hassle of keys using the lock keypad
·                        Replaces existing deadbolt with just a screwdriver, Requires a face bore hole of 2-1/8", backset of 2-3/8" or 2-3/4". Fits on standard doors 1 3/4" to 2 1/4" thick
·                        Push button keypad with backlit numbers that won't wear off
·                        Quiet motorized deadbolt


If reviewing a product, it may have been received free of charge. That will NEVER have a bearing on my recommendations.  I would be more disappointed if I had purchased this at full price but I did get the product free for an honest review.  

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