Review on SMONET Smart Deadbolt: App-Controlled Keyless Entry, 🔒 Fingerprint & Keypad Security Lock for Homes and Hotels by Matthew Frandsen

This lock was installed on August 15, after a week of normal operation, the lock/unlock functions suddenly started to change places randomly. The door opened in the middle of the night, she kept saying, "Security lock on. The security lock is off. Security lock on" at 2am. The only thing that would fix the problem would be to take the batteries out, completely reset the lock and then put it back in place, but after a few days it will do the same. Other cons of this lock:- Assembly requires drilling a small hole in the door which will basically ruin the door if you ever take the lock off to get it back - The lock keys are not standard US house keys and you cannot duplicate or recode the lock. - It requires a separate gateway to connect to your WiFi; But even when connected to the gateway, many features require your phone to be connected via Bluetooth, which requires you to be within 2 feet of the outside panel - The reset buttons are located inside the lock and can only be accessed by removing the lock completely from the door , which is a real headache when you realize you have to reset it manually and enter a passcode to be able to connect to it for the first time on the phone. the week. Fully charged batteries only show a 30% charge when you first use them and then quickly discharge. I used rechargeable AAs and had to change and charge them 4 times in the 3 weeks the lock was installed. - The app is clunky and obviously not developed by anyone in the US. To be honest, I also list the advantages: - Fingerprint scanning works fast. This lock might work for an interior door if you want to keep your kids out of a certain room, and you can find one for half the price, but I don't recommend buying one for an exterior door. Door.