Best for renters
Security devices that suit renters: no permanent wiring, no drilling, and easy removal when moving, based on published specifications.
In a nutshell
Best renters options compared by SafeHive: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock, eufy SoloCam S340, Reolink Argus 4 Pro, SwitchBot Lock Pro.
Key facts
- Products compared:
- 4
Key takeaways
- August Wi-Fi Smart Lock — Renters who cannot replace the deadbolt but still want full remote control
- eufy SoloCam S340 — Covering a wide yard from a single mount
- Reolink Argus 4 Pro — Renters and apartment dwellers
SafeHive· Updated July 31, 2026· How we evaluate products
August
August Wi-Fi Smart Lock
- Installation
- Retrofit over an existing single-cylinder deadbolt, interior side, under 10 minutes
- Connectivity
- Built-in Wi-Fi (802.11 b/g/n, 2.4 or 5 GHz) plus Bluetooth, no bridge required
- Door status
- DoorSense sensor reports whether the door is open or securely closed
No subscription
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eufy
eufy SoloCam S340
- Resolution
- 3K wide + 2K telephoto (dual lens)
- Coverage
- 360° pan / 70° tilt
- Night Vision
- Color
No subscriptionFree local storage
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Reolink
Reolink Argus 4 Pro
- Resolution
- 4K
- Night Vision
- Color
- Storage
- microSD up to 128GB
No subscriptionFree local storage
Price shown on Amazon
SwitchBot
SwitchBot Lock Pro
- Install
- Retrofit over an existing single-cylinder deadbolt, no drilling, keeps the exterior cylinder and keys
- Connectivity
- Bluetooth on its own; Wi-Fi, remote access, voice, and Matter via a separately sold SwitchBot Hub
- Entry methods
- App and auto-lock on the base lock; fingerprint, PIN, and NFC via the separately sold Keypad Touch
No subscription
Price shown on Amazon