Level - Lock+ Smart Lock Bluetooth Replacement Deadbolt with Apple HomeKey/App/Key - Matte Black

The Level Lock is solid once it’s installed and running. The hardware setup is actually pretty easy, and the initial app setup isn’t bad either. The only real headache is connecting it to Apple Home. You have to use a bridge, you’re on a time limit during pairing, and the reset process isn’t clearly explained so you may end up doing trial-and-error to get it added. Overall, the lock itself works well, but getting it into Apple Home is definitely not as simple as they make it sound.

Bought the Level Lock+ Aug 9th, 2023 and I've just replaced the battery for the third time. Funny thing is that I checked the app yesterday (Nov 14th, 2023) and it did not indicate low battery life. Now today it shows critical, and my wife texted me to let me know she could not unlock the door. The door does not see that much traffic since it's only the wife and myself most of the time and we leave via the garage. If we check mail the door is on a 3 minute timer which is plenty of time to get our mail and be back in before it auto locks. We normally manually lock it once we're in instead of waiting the 3 minutes. The features are great when the lock is working. I don't normally carry physical keys on me. Just my car Key FOB which means if it dies while away for a walk I would have to enter via the garage since I'm not getting any type of alerts.

This will be the fourth smart lock that I've installed in my house, and I have to say that they get better and better. Whether you're installing it on a new door, or onto an existing door, you'll have everything you need to start and complete the installation. (Granted you have a bolt hole already. If not, time to make one before trying this) If you're installed a bolt lock before, you'll be familiar with how to lengthen the bolt itself in the event that the bolt isn't long enough to create a good anchor. The only challenge that I faced was connecting the internal motor with the bolt attachment, so it took about 10 minutes of drilling and chiseling out enough space for the motor to mate with the motor. Then you tighten a small screw that secures to two separate parts together. Once all of the hardware is installed, you download the level lock app and it walks you through the process. If you have an iPhone, you can also use the Homekit as your means of operating the lock. I like smart locks that look like regular deadbolt locks. The whole incognito design fits better than anything gaudy that stands out. The lock is powered by a CR2 battery, which is tiny and uncommon in most households. I don't know what the lifespan of one is, but it will probably last long seeing as how the lock itself isn't wi-fi enabled, and only works when activated. However, since it still uses Homekit, I think the battery life is still affected one way or the other. You can use your iPhone and Apple watch to lock and unlock simply by touching the lock. I find this extremely convenient. All in all, this is a great lock, so many options on the app, and through Homekit. I highly recommend this lock!