Kwikset
What is Kwikset?
The Kwikset app lets you monitor the status of compatible smart locks and manage home access from a phone. It supports sharing app access with guests, creating scheduled or one-time access codes, and receiving notifications for lock activity, invalid codes, or tampering. It is compatible with all Kwikset Halo and Kwikset Aura smart locks.
Pricing. Kwikset is free, with no in-app purchases on the App Store.
Good for
- Checking whether a Kwikset Halo or Aura lock is locked remotely
- Creating one-time or scheduled codes for guests or service visitors
- Receiving alerts when a lock is accessed or tampered with
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Why this app is in B tier
Kwikset scores 83 out of 100: rating 97, rating count 88, App Store search rank 45, update recency 100. The four parts are averaged with no weights, and B tier follows from that score within this list. The full explanation, as data.
Description
At Kwikset, we understand that the locks you choose to protect your home is a decision you do not take lightly. That is why we do not take shortcuts when it comes to quality, because we know that a better lock means better peace of mind. Remote Access Control Monitor the status of your locks and manage your home's access seamlessly from anywhere at any time. Trusted Access Management Share app access with guests or create scheduled or one-time access codes for keyless entry. Instant Activity Alerts Receive instant notifications anytime someone accesses your home, or when invalid codes are entered, or lock tampering occurs. Intuitive Home Management Easily configure and manage multiple homes and locks for complete control. Seamless Integration with Smart Ecosystems Add your lock via Wi-Fi to your preferred smart home ecosystems, including Google Home or Amazon Alexa, or amplify automation through IFTTT. Kwikset’s new Halo Select lock is Matter and Wi-Fi compatible, giving you the same Wi-Fi options as our other Halo locks. With Matter, you can connect to Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, Samsung SmartThings, and other Matter hubs via Thread. Matter features may diffe
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See all 39 ›Questions about Kwikset
Which locks work with the Kwikset app?
The app is compatible with all Kwikset Halo and Kwikset Aura smart locks.
Can I connect the lock to other smart home systems?
The listing says locks can be added via Wi-Fi to Google Home, Amazon Alexa, or IFTTT. The new Halo Select lock is Matter compatible and can connect to Apple Home, Samsung SmartThings, and other Matter hubs via Thread. Matter features may…
How is my data protected?
Data shared between the lock, the server, and the app is encrypted, and that Kwikset servers are exclusively hosted in the US.
Is Kwikset free?
Yes. Kwikset is free on the App Store, with no in-app purchases.
What is Kwikset good for?
Kwikset is built for checking whether a kwikset halo or aura lock is locked remotely, creating one-time or scheduled codes for guests or service visitors, receiving alerts when a lock is accessed or tampered with. It sits in the home security list on AppTierList.
Is Kwikset worth it?
Kwikset is B tier, ranked #35 of 40 home security apps with a score of 83 out of 100, from a 4.8 App Store rating across 58,397 ratings. Good, and 34 apps rank above it.
How does Kwikset compare to HiLook?
Kwikset is B tier at 83; HiLook is B tier at 83. They score the same. Kwikset is free, with no in-app purchases, HiLook is free to download.
How often is Kwikset updated?
Kwikset was updated 6 days ago, which counts in its favour.
All the facts
- List
- Home Security
- Tier
- B (Good)
- Score
- 83 / 100
- Rank in list
- #35 of 40
- Ranking certainty
- settled
- Price
- Free
- App Store rating
- 4.8 out of 5
- Number of ratings
- 58,397
- Current version
- (6 days ago)
- App Store data read
- App Store category
- Lifestyle
- Good for
- Checking whether a Kwikset Halo or Aura lock is locked remotely, Creating one-time or scheduled codes for guests or service visitors, Receiving alerts when a lock is accessed or tampered with
- Requires
- iOS 16.0 or later
- Size
- 356 MB
- Age rating
- 4+
- Languages
- 3
- Developer pages
- Website · Support · Privacy policy
- Maker
- unclaimed
- As data
- JSON · why it ranks here
Ranking refreshed · how it is computed