Smart Locks
Best Smart Lock for Condo (2026): Our 5 Picks Ranked
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For a smart lock for a condo, the Aqara U100 leads this list: it pairs Apple Home Key entry with a fingerprint reader for up to 50 fingerprints and auto-lock. If you want a lock with no hub at all, the Philips adds built-in Wi-Fi with remote control from anywhere.
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Top picks at a glance
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Best OverallAqara Smart Lock U1009.8 View on Amazon -
9.5 View on Amazon -
Also GreatPhilips Wi-Fi Smart Door Lock9.5 View on Amazon -
Also Greateufy Security Smart Lock FamiLock E349.3 View on Amazon -
Also GreatYale Digital Keypad Deadbolt9.2 View on Amazon
Compare the specs
Ranked on fingerprint reader, keypad, auto-lock, phone app control, works with alexa / google from each listing, plus how many buyers have rated it. A dash (—) means we could not confirm that figure from the listing.
| Pick | Fingerprint reader | Keypad | Auto-lock | Phone app control | Works with Alexa / Google | Weight | Warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. Aqara Smart Lock U100 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | — | — |
| 2. Yamiry Smart Deadbolt Lock with Keypad | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 2.31 lb | 1-year |
| 3. Philips Wi-Fi Smart Door Lock | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | — | 24-month |
| 4. eufy Security Smart Lock FamiLock E34 | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | — | 18-month |
| 5. Yale Digital Keypad Deadbolt | — | Yes | Yes | — | — | 3 lb | — |
Aqara Smart Lock U100
It pairs Apple Home Key entry with a fingerprint reader for up to 50 fingerprints and auto-lock.
- Fingerprint reader
- Keypad
- Auto-lock
- Phone app control
- Works with Alexa / Google
Good for
- Buyers who want Apple Home Key entry
- Buyers who want up to 50 fingerprints
Skip it if
- You want more than 50 fingerprints
- You want battery life over 8 months
It opens with an Apple Home Key by tapping an iPhone or Apple Watch, even when the phone or watch is out of power. It reads up to 50 fingerprints, offers remotely configurable passwords through the Aqara app with a Zigbee hub, and gives one-time local passwords plus a mechanical key. Auto-lock locks the door after you close it, and Do Not Disturb mutes lock sounds. It runs up to 8 months on 4 AA batteries, with USB-C emergency charging, an IP65 rating and BHMA Level 3 compliance.
Yamiry Smart Deadbolt Lock with Keypad
It pairs 5 unlock ways with an AI fingerprint, auto-lock and voice control.
- Fingerprint reader
- Keypad
- Auto-lock
- Phone app control
- Works with Alexa / Google
- 1-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want 5 unlock ways
- Buyers who want voice control
Skip it if
- You want a lock under 2.31 lb
- You want a warranty over 1 year
It unlocks 5 ways: app, passcode, key fob, fingerprint or physical key, with auto lock, one-touch locking and passage mode. The AI fingerprint keeps 2 fixed and 3 self-learning prints. The app connects by Bluetooth within 6 feet, and a Wi-Fi gateway, sold separately, adds control from anywhere with voice through Alexa or Google Assistant. It installs in minutes with a screwdriver, carries an IP66 rating, works from -22°F to 158°F, and weighs 2.31 lb with a 1-year warranty.
Philips Wi-Fi Smart Door Lock
It pairs built-in Wi-Fi remote control with a 0.3-second fingerprint and 100 user codes.
- Fingerprint reader
- Keypad
- Auto-lock
- Phone app control
- Works with Alexa / Google
- 24-month warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want built-in Wi-Fi
- Buyers who want a 0.3-second fingerprint
Skip it if
- You want more than 100 user codes
- You want a warranty over 24 months
It connects by built-in Wi-Fi for remote control from anywhere, with no additional hub required. It reads a fingerprint in 0.3 seconds and unlocks 5 ways: app, fingerprint, PIN code, voice or physical key, with permanent, one-time, scheduled and recurring codes up to 100 user codes. Auto-lock runs 30 to 180 seconds, and the backlit touchscreen adds anti-peep entry. It includes 8 batteries and carries a 24-month warranty.
eufy Security Smart Lock FamiLock E34
It pairs palm vein unlock in 0.6 seconds with built-in Wi-Fi and auto-lock.
- Keypad
- Auto-lock
- Phone app control
- Works with Alexa / Google
- 18-month warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want palm vein unlock
- Buyers who want built-in Wi-Fi
Skip it if
- You want battery life over 8 months
- You want electronic coverage over 18 months
It unlocks with palm vein recognition in 0.6 seconds at 99.9% accuracy, with data stored locally on the lock. A 10,000mAh rechargeable battery runs up to 8 months, backed by a 750mAh backup battery. Built-in Wi-Fi gives control from anywhere, and Matter links it with Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa and SmartThings. It carries an IP65 rating and ANSI/BHMA Grade 1, with no monthly fee and 18 months of electronic coverage plus 36 months of mechanical coverage.
Yale Digital Keypad Deadbolt
It pairs a keypad deadbolt with 20 codes, auto-lock and a backup key.
- Keypad
- Auto-lock
Good for
- Buyers who want a keypad-only setup
- Buyers who want a backup key
Skip it if
- You want more than 20 codes
- You want a lock under 3 lb
It is a keypad deadbolt with up to 20 codes created directly on the lock, plus a backlit keypad for day or night entry. Auto-lock secures the deadbolt behind you, and a backup key is included. It is BHMA Grade 3 certified, works from -22°F to 140°F, and gives low-power alerts. It weighs 3 lb.
How to choose
Unlock ways compared
Unlock ways decide how you get in. The Aqara opens with an Apple Home Key, fingerprint, passwords or a mechanical key. The Yamiry and Philips each offer 5 ways, including app, fingerprint, passcode and key. The eufy opens with palm vein recognition, and the Yale opens with keypad codes or a backup key. Pick the method you will use daily.
App, hub and Wi-Fi
Remote control needs differ. The Philips and eufy have built-in Wi-Fi with no hub or bridge required. The Aqara needs an Aqara Zigbee hub for remote passwords. The Yamiry works by Bluetooth within 6 feet unless you add a Wi-Fi gateway, sold separately. The Yale is set up on the lock itself. Check what your home already has before you choose.
Power and weather
Power and weather ratings matter for a front door. The Aqara runs up to 8 months on 4 AA batteries with USB-C emergency charging, and the eufy runs up to 8 months on a 10,000mAh battery with a 750mAh backup. The Philips includes 8 batteries, and the Yamiry and Yale give low-battery alerts. The Aqara and eufy carry IP65 ratings, while the Yamiry carries IP66.
FAQ
Which locks work with Alexa and Google Assistant?
The Aqara, Yamiry, Philips and eufy work with Alexa and Google Assistant. The Aqara needs a Zigbee hub for remote passwords, while the Philips and eufy have built-in Wi-Fi.
Do these locks need a hub?
The Philips and eufy connect with built-in Wi-Fi. The Aqara needs an Aqara Zigbee hub for remote passwords. The Yamiry needs a Wi-Fi gateway, sold separately, for control from anywhere.
How fast are the fingerprint and palm sensors?
The Philips reads a fingerprint in 0.3 seconds, and the eufy reads a palm vein in 0.6 seconds with 99.9% accuracy.
Which lock suits a simple keypad setup?
The Yale is a keypad deadbolt with up to 20 codes created directly on the lock and a backup key included. It has auto-lock and a backlit keypad.
