The August Wi-Fi Smart Lock: The Easiest Way to a Smarter Front Door?

A Look at the Features (and What to Know)

So the magic of the August lock is all in the easy-to-use app on your phone. From anywhere in the world, you can pull up the app, see if your door is locked or unlocked, and then lock or unlock it with a single tap. It has an "Auto-Lock" feature that you can set to automatically lock the door after a certain amount of time, so you never have that "Did I remember to lock the door?" panic again. And it has an "Auto-Unlock" feature that uses your phone's location to sense when you're getting close to home and unlocks the door for you, hands-free.

• Control your lock from anywhere.
• Keep your existing keys as a backup.
• Installation is surprisingly simple.

One of the best real-world features is giving people access to your home without ever having to make a copy of a key. You can grant your family members permanent access, your dog walker access only during their scheduled times on weekdays, or your friend from out of town access for just one afternoon. You even get a notification on your phone when they use their 'virtual key,' so you always know who's coming and going.

The Auto-Unlock feature, which unlocks your door hands-free as you approach, feels like pure magic when it works perfectly. Some users mention that its performance can sometimes depend on your specific phone's settings and its GPS signal strength. It's an amazing convenience that can sometimes take a little tweaking in the app to get it dialed in just right for your routine.

This 4th generation version is much smaller and sleeker than the older, bulkier models, with a really nice metal finish that looks great. It includes a tiny "DoorSense" sensor that you stick on your door frame, so the app doesn't just know if the lock is locked, but if the door is actually physically closed. The lock is powered by two special CR123 batteries, and the app gives you plenty of warning when it's time to change them.

The August Wi-Fi Smart Lock is a brilliant and incredibly easy way to add smart convenience and peace of mind to your front door. It’s perfect for homeowners and especially for renters who want a simple, completely non-destructive smart home upgrade. If you’re ready to stop worrying about your keys, this is a fantastic and very popular choice.