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Dick Smith - Kwikset Kevo Single Cylinder Bluetooth Enabled Deadbolt in Satin Nickel $194.13 C&C

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Dick Smith - Kwikset Kevo Single Cylinder Bluetooth Enabled Deadbolt in Satin Nickel $194.13 C&C
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bigrizz on 29/04/2015 - 14:16 dicksmith.com.au (749 clicks)

Use your mobile phone as a key! Also supports a normal key or a Kevo bluetooth fob (I believe the lock comes with one but additional are also available at DSE for $23.57). You can also issue unlimited guest keys that you can set to expire.

I believe it's a special price for the one-day sale but I could be wrong. Cheapest I've seen it ANYWHERE. I've had it on my Amazon wishlist for a while and according to Camelx3, it's never been less than US$180 excl. delivery. In Australia, Masters has the next best price at $279, as far as I can tell.

THE BLURB: With Kevo, your Smartphone is now your key. No more fumbling for your keys. Keep your phone in your pocket or purse and just touch the lock to open. No Smartphone? No Problem. Enjoy the same touch to open convenience with the fob. NEW! Kevo now works with Nest thermostats to let it know when you come and go to set your personal temperature preference, saving energy and reducing your utility bill.

Kevo Compatibility: The Kevo app is currently available for iPhone 4s, 5, 5C, 5S, 6 and 6 Plus, 3rd generation or higher iPad/iPad mini and 5th generation iPod touch along with select Android 5.0 devices Nexus 6, Nexus 9 and Samsung Galaxy S5.

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  • scrimshaw on 29/04/2015 - 14:22
    +3

    The Good: The Kwikset Kevo packs a lot of subtle smarts into a little device. The indoor/outdoor sensor worked flawlessly, never once letting us in when it shouldn't have.

    The Bad: The SmartKey deadbolt at the heart of the Kevo is too easy to break for a lock that costs $219. Also, phones that aren't equipped with Bluetooth 4.0 won't be able to interact with the Kevo.

    • macrocephalic on 29/04/2015 - 14:24

      Yes, reviews seem to say that it's slow, and doesn't always work - not really what I want from a lock. I'll stick to keys for the time being.

      • lplau on 29/04/2015 - 15:30
        +2

        keys/fob/fingerprint are the way to go for quick unlocking.
        Bluetooth takes too long and sort of defeats the purpose of going without a key. Imagine carrying a heap of bags and needing to open the door. Instead of pulling out a small fob or using finger print, you need to pull out a smart phone lol.

        • onlinepred on 30/04/2015 - 08:53
          +1

          But if you go out, you only need to take your phone, which you would probably be taking anyway right? That way you can leave your keys at home. Fingerprint would be the best for this but need to get around sweat/wet conditions first. A fob is the same as keys in this respect. Pulling something out of your pocket is the same nomatter a fob or phone.

          The ultimate would be a combination, so a fob/bluetooth + fingerprint with a backup of pin code.

        • macrocephalic on 30/04/2015 - 12:25

          I already have a fob of sorts- my garage remote control. The only real benefit of going more complicated is the ability to add/remove other users without needing a physical key.

  • d1matt on 29/04/2015 - 14:32

    I have been looking at these. Haven't had time to do the research to see if they are any good. Are there any better Bluetooth locks around?

    • scrimshaw on 29/04/2015 - 14:38

      Schlage is apparently a well known company that specializes in door locks. They make keyless locks as well. Product is sold on Amazon. Not sure if they will ship to AU.

      • bigrizz on 29/04/2015 - 15:00

        I'm not aware that Schlage make a bluetooth lock. I know they have digital keypad locks, which still require the management of codes. Schlage is also available in Australia. Generally through locksmiths and alarm distributors.

      • tebbybabes on 29/04/2015 - 17:01

        I will just add that I also consider Schlage a very reputable brand.

    • bigrizz on 29/04/2015 - 14:46

      The only other one of any repute I have checked out is the August Smart Lock (www.august.com) but it's not available in Oz yet. You could get it from the USA if you're keen. The advantage of buying this in Australia is that our consumer laws give you some protection if the thing isn't fit for purpose. I've not had issues returning stuff to DSE either, so that helps. The Amazon reviews are a bit all over the place. Some love it, some hate it. 3.0 out of 5 from 691 reviews isn't great. I think the reviews are probably a reflection of the multitude of factors that could affect its performance. The location of the lock (relative to its surroundings), the door material and your phone all contribute to its effectiveness.

      For my money, if you've got an existing deadlock that you can retrofit with the Kevo, it's worth a shot. If it's a POS take it back and get your money back.

    • vt on 29/04/2015 - 15:20

      Probably gonna be more smartlocks hitting the market soon. I was looking at the Lockitron and Sesame smartlocks.

      https://lockitron.com/

      https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1425492550/sesame-your-…

  • geek001 on 29/04/2015 - 14:49
    +1

    This is probably better. Since you can unlock your door from the web. Don't need to send "guest" codes.

    http://www.bunnings.com.au/lockwood-keyless-digital-deadbolt…

    • bigrizz on 29/04/2015 - 14:53
      +3

      Incorrect, mate. You cannot unlock your door from the web with this lock. There is another version (a couple of hundred dollars more) that includes a Z-wave or Zigbee module, which when connected to a compatible hub, will allow you to open it via the web. This isn't it. This one is just an electronic keypad that you can program codes into and it's completely offline.

      • geek001 on 29/04/2015 - 15:42

        Bugger. I put in the name of the Lockwood wireless lock and the Bunnings link came out first. I stand corrected.

      • zuccs on 29/04/2015 - 18:24

        Which one do you recommend that uses Z-wave?

        • bigrizz on 29/04/2015 - 20:40

          The Z-Wave Lockwood version of the one above (http://www.lockweb.com.au/en/site/lockweb/Lockwood-Products/…) I have one and I'm happy with it. I understand it's probably the most popular Z-wave lock in the USA (branded Yale in the USA). It's about $500 though. Hefty price to pay but the convenience of being able to unlock your door remotely is pretty cool. I've only had mine for about 3 months and so far so good. Time will tell re: reliability, battery life etc. I have seen that you can buy them from Amazon but the problem is that the Z-wave module will be the wrong region and will be unusable. Lockwood (Assa Abloy) won't sell you the Australian module, so I believe.

    • apophis on 29/04/2015 - 15:54
      +1

      I've just recently installed one of these lockwood keyless deadlock, it's really convenient!

      It's not wireless, just touch keypad.

      I am not a big fan of using your phone as a key. What happens if your phone goes flat and you dont have a physical key on you?

  • [Deactivated] on 29/04/2015 - 15:05

    These types of locks are all massive on the back side, that is the turn off for me.

    I ideally want something like this http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Lockwood-Padde-HID-Stand-Alone-Ac…

  • lplau on 29/04/2015 - 15:33
    +4

    Remember, having a digital lock doesn't make it more secure. Only use digital locks for convenience not for upping security.

    When it comes to most home doors, the weakness isn't in the lock. If somebody wanted to get into your house, they could easily just:
    1. break the door frame
    2. Break the door
    3. Break a window
    4. any other creative ways to get in.

    • Gnostikos on 29/04/2015 - 16:12
      1. any other creative ways to get in.

      Spray the lock with Liquid Nitrogen, let it weaken, then smash it with a crowbar. Defeats anything.

      Mythbusters confirmed. Come up dressed up as Gas Company tradies, haul out the nitrogen cylinder from a big van; look natural.

      • bigrizz on 29/04/2015 - 17:30
        +1

        I'm looking out for you in your gas tradie uniform and gas cylinder. I'm trying to picture you looking natural while smashing the crap out of my front door lock with a crow bar and not raising any suspicion. You're good!

        • Gnostikos on 29/04/2015 - 19:23

          I'm trying to picture you looking natural while smashing the crap out of my front door lock with a crow bar and not raising any suspicion. You're good!

          That was one of the flaws of this forced entry method; noise and commotion, so I guess it comes down to choosing a time when the house will be unoccupied and where suitable diversions can be used (maybe a loud drill)? ;)

        • lplau on 30/04/2015 - 15:03

          Window Frames can also be a entry point. Some older window frames are easy to pry a part and remove the glass without breaking it. they just choose a window from the garden, so they can take their time removing the window frame.

  • skinny on 29/04/2015 - 16:22
    +1

    Does this mean you lose your phone, you lose your house as well?

    • kronos319 on 29/04/2015 - 16:39
      +1

      It's still hard to lose a house so… no, if you lose your phone your house will not be lost.

      • skinny on 29/04/2015 - 23:35
        +1

        so you haven't heard about an owner who went on a long vacation and came back to find the house was sold by someone else?

  • Garagesale on 29/04/2015 - 16:37
    +2

    other bad news - makes its fairly easy for someone to break in without a key if they have the right software.

    • kronos319 on 29/04/2015 - 16:41
      +3

      As opposed to traditional locks which are fairly easy for someone to break in without a key if they have the right hardware

      • skinny on 29/04/2015 - 23:36

        hardware = damage, software = no damage

  • Aussietaster on 29/04/2015 - 16:59

    Doesn't support deadlach so I'm out.

  • [Deactivated] on 29/04/2015 - 17:43

    How easy are these to hack into and unlock? …. for educational purposes of course….

  • harryzee on 29/04/2015 - 19:33

    I looked at buying on till I saw this

    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=H1mmjVvMsGs

    • onlinepred on 30/04/2015 - 08:58

      Haha he calls it "opens in seconds", but he is trying the whole video and it goes for 3 mins with a few cuts in there. But yes home security is pretty flawed, given you can get in a house a number of ways, and a good deadbolt isn't really going to stop anyone.

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