Smart Locks
Best Smart Lock for Kitchen (2026): 5 Picks Compared
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The Philips WiFi keypad deadbolt leads this list as Best Overall, with built-in WiFi, fingerprint unlock in 0.3 seconds and app control with no hub to buy. For a kitchen door, hands-full entry matters, and the Aqara U400 adds hands-free UWB unlocking as you approach.
Starting out? See the main guide: Best Smart Lock
Top picks at a glance
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Best OverallPhilips WiFi Keypad Deadbolt with Handle9.8 View on Amazon -
9.6 View on Amazon -
Also GreatVeise VE017 Fingerprint Smart Door Lock9.6 View on Amazon -
Also GreatAqara UWB Smart Lock U4009.4 View on Amazon -
9.2 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. Philips WiFi Keypad Deadbolt with Handle | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | — | — |
| 2. Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt Lock | — | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 3.4 lb | 3-year |
| 3. Veise VE017 Fingerprint Smart Door Lock | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | 2.25 lb | 1-year |
| 4. Aqara UWB Smart Lock U400 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | — | — |
| 5. CHAMBERLAIN myQ Secure View 3-in-1 Smart Lock | Yes | — | Yes | Yes | — | — | — |
Philips WiFi Keypad Deadbolt with Handle
Built-in WiFi with no hub, fingerprint unlock in 0.3 seconds, auto-lock and a matching handle set in the box.
- Fingerprint reader
- Keypad
- Auto-lock
- Phone app control
- Works with Alexa / Google
Good for
- Homeowners who want WiFi control with no hub
- Buyers who want fingerprint unlock in 0.3 seconds
Skip it if
- You need battery life longer than 6 months
- You need auto-lock longer than 180 seconds
The Philips lock connects to 2.4GHz WiFi with no hub and works through the Philips Home Access app for lock, unlock, codes and access history. It supports permanent, one-time, periodic and recurring PIN codes, plus Alexa and Google voice commands. Auto-lock runs from 0 to 180 seconds, battery life runs up to 6 months, and a matching handle set is included.
Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt Lock
Built-in WiFi, up to 100 access codes, auto-lock with time delays and a backup key included.
- Keypad
- Auto-lock
- Phone app control
- Works with Alexa / Google
- 3-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want up to 100 access codes
- Homeowners who want a backup key included
Skip it if
- You need more than 100 access codes
- You want a lock lighter than 3.4 lb
The Schlage Encode connects over built-in WiFi to the Schlage Home app for control from anywhere. It manages up to 100 access codes, works with Alexa and Google Home, and relocks itself with auto-lock time delays. Four AA batteries are included for up to 6 months of use, one backup key is included, and the lock weighs 3.4 lb.
Veise VE017 Fingerprint Smart Door Lock
Fingerprint unlock in under 0.2 seconds, 8 unlock methods, auto-lock and about 12 months on 4 AA batteries.
- Fingerprint reader
- Keypad
- Auto-lock
- Phone app control
- Works with Alexa / Google
- 1-year warranty stated
Good for
- Buyers who want 8 unlock methods in one lock
- Homeowners who want about 12 months of battery life
Skip it if
- You need battery life longer than about 12 months
- You want auto-lock longer than 180 seconds
The Veise lock unlocks by fingerprint, app, fob card, code, code sharing, Alexa or Google voice through the G1 Gateway, or mechanical key. Auto-lock runs from 0 to 180 seconds, and the lock runs about 12 months on 4 AA batteries, which are not included. A USB-C emergency port is on board, and the warranty runs 1 year, extendable to 2 years with registration.
Aqara UWB Smart Lock U400
Hands-free UWB unlocking, Apple Home Key, fingerprint and Matter over Thread in one deadbolt.
- Fingerprint reader
- Keypad
- Auto-lock
- Phone app control
- Works with Alexa / Google
Good for
- Apple households who want Home Key tap-to-unlock
- Buyers who want hands-free UWB unlocking
Skip it if
- You need battery life longer than 6 months per charge
- You want UWB unlocking without an Apple Home hub
The Aqara U400 unlocks hands-free with UWB as you approach, and also offers Apple Home Key, fingerprint, touchscreen passcode, NFC card and a physical key. Matter over Thread connects it to multiple smart home platforms at once. A rechargeable battery lasts up to 6 months per charge and recharges over USB-C, and the exterior carries an IP65 rating.
CHAMBERLAIN myQ Secure View 3-in-1 Smart Lock
A deadbolt, video doorbell and 2K HDR camera in one device, with face access, fingerprint and PIN entry.
- Fingerprint reader
- Auto-lock
- Phone app control
Good for
- Buyers who want a video doorbell built into the lock
- Homeowners who want face access for hands-full entry
Skip it if
- You need battery life longer than 6 months
- You need more than five ways to enter
The myQ lock combines a deadbolt, video doorbell and 2K HDR camera with color night vision and two-way audio. Entry runs by face access, fingerprint, PIN, app control or key, and the myQ app handles arrivals, PINs and remote locking. A rechargeable battery lasts 4 to 6 months and pops out for quick recharging.
How to choose
Count the ways to unlock
Unlock methods decide who can enter and how. The Philips lock offers fingerprint, keypad codes, app control and voice commands. The Veise lock offers 8 unlock methods including fingerprint, app, fob card, code sharing and a mechanical key. The Aqara U400 adds Apple Home Key and hands-free UWB, while the myQ lock adds face access. Pick the methods your household actually uses, and check which ones need a hub or gateway first.
Check battery type and life
The Philips lock runs up to 6 months, the Schlage lock runs up to 6 months on 4 included AA batteries, and the Veise lock runs about 12 months on 4 AA batteries. The Aqara lock runs up to 6 months per charge on a rechargeable battery, and the myQ battery lasts 4 to 6 months and pops out for recharging.
Match the lock to the door
Door thickness decides fit before any smart feature matters. The Philips lock fits doors 1-3/8 inches to 1-3/4 inches thick, and the Schlage lock fits the same thickness range with a 2-3/8 inch or 2-3/4 inch backset. The Veise lock fits doors from 1-3/8 inches to 2 inches thick. Measure thickness and backset before ordering, and confirm the handing for left-opening doors where the maker notes it.
FAQ
Do these locks work without a hub?
The Philips lock connects directly to 2.4GHz WiFi with no hub. The Veise lock needs the G1 Gateway for remote access and voice control, and the Aqara lock needs a Thread-enabled Matter controller for its platforms.
Which lock unlocks with your face?
The myQ lock offers face access that unlocks the door automatically when your hands are full, with no keys or phone needed. It also offers fingerprint, PIN, app control and a key.
How long do the batteries last?
Battery life runs up to 6 months on the Philips and Schlage locks, about 12 months on the Veise lock, up to 6 months per charge on the Aqara lock, and 4 to 6 months on the myQ lock.
What does auto-lock do?
Auto-lock relocks the door by itself after a set delay. The Philips and Veise locks set auto-lock from 0 to 180 seconds, and the Schlage lock offers time delay options that can be turned off.
