August Wi-Fi Smart Lock vs Level Lock Pro (Matter)
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August Wi-Fi Smart Lock
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Level Lock Pro (Matter)
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Feature comparison
| Feature | August Wi-Fi Smart Lock | Level Lock Pro (Matter) |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | Bluetooth and Matter over Thread; a Matter controller with a Thread border router is required for platform and remote features |
| Door status | DoorSense sensor reports whether the door is open or securely closed | Built-in open and closed detection hidden inside the lock, no frame-mounted sensor |
| Smart home | Works with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Siri; phone or Apple Watch acts as key | — |
| Power | 2 CR123 batteries, included in the box | 1 CR2 lithium battery housed inside the bolt, rated up to 12 months |
| Dimensions | 72 mm diameter, 46 mm depth | — |
| Certification | Not ANSI/BHMA certified — mounts on an existing certified deadbolt (per August warranty page) | — |
| Entry methods | August app (iOS/Android), Apple Watch, existing physical key, optional keypad (sold separately), Alexa/Google Assistant/Siri voice, Auto-Unlock | Apple home keys, NFC key fobs (2 included), app, touch-to-unlock, physical key; optional keypad sold separately |
| Key backup | Retrofit keeps the existing exterior cylinder — original keys still work | 2 physical keys included (plus 2 NFC key fobs in the box) |
| Warranty | 1-year limited hardware warranty | 2-year limited warranty |
| Design | — | Full deadbolt replacement with every smart component hidden inside the lock; looks like a standard deadbolt |
| Security certification | — | BHMA AAA certified, IP54 rated |
| Works with | — | Apple Home, Amazon Alexa, Google Home, and Samsung SmartThings via Matter |
| Door compatibility | — | Replaces most American standard deadbolts; backset 2-3/8 or 2-3/4 in; door thickness 1.75–2 in; 2-1/8 in bore hole |