Keyless entry suggestions

As part of the greater plan of a Smart Home for the new house I'm looking for keyless entry on the front door along with the other great features of the Lockwood Z-Wave.

Does anyone have one of these or similar? Do you find them reliable? Any in particular you'd recommend?

TIA

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MartyH

These look nifty @ProjectPete - https://www.bunnings.com.au/samsung-smart-push-pull-digital-door-lock-rfid-reader_p4220500 - I like the idea of the push/pull handle, especially being able to open the door when your hands are full. Our neighbour recently installed a different Samsung model and is happy with it.

maknilsin

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/3607#Comment_3607

@ProjectPete - I have a couple of Whitco Digital Leversets (https://www.bunnings.com.au/whitco-black-left-hand-leverset-digital-deadlatch_p4091323) installed - I've been very happy with them.

However we've changed a lot of the door hardware throughout the house and the black hardware doesn't quite suit the rest of the house so I'm starting to take a look at these Yale Assure Locks that are coming to market here in Australia soon.

https://www.yalehome.com/en/yale/yalehome/residential/yale-real-living/assure-lock/yrl-assurelock-bluetooth/

I'll give you a review once I get the new units installed.

ProjectPete

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/3607#Comment_3607

@MartyH I prefer the handle too. This works in tandem with whatever handle you like. Its just a smart deadbolt - keypad, control from smartphone, etc

ProjectPete

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/64027#Comment_64027

I like the look of those @maknilsin although def want to have a key override and would be great to hear what you think of them.

maknilsin

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/94563#Comment_94563

@ProjectPete the Whitco handles I currently have installed have a key override - you can slide the face plate off the handle and there is a standard lock hiding there.

The Assure Lock which I'm thinking of getting forgoes the need for a backup keyed lock by having a terminal below the lock with a 9V contact point so if you ever get truly locked out you just keep a 9V battery in your car and you can power up the lock again.

MartyH

Another alternative...

maknilsin

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/3691#Comment_3691

@MartyH - that's the AssureLock I mentioned! Interesting to see that Amazon has gone with them for this offer.

ProjectPete

How does everyone feel about Amazon Key?

Whilst consumers are showing a they're willing to relinquish a certain level of privacy for convenience, I feel this initiative raises a few too many privacy and security concerns.

Jason

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/3692#Comment_3692

Exactly what I thought @ProjectPete. I would not allow access to my house to couriers. I can't imagine many people would.

I thought the Pakman parcel box had promise, it's a shame it has been discontinued.

Jason

domo

We installed the "Lockwood Code Handle Left Handed Keyless Lockset"

about 4 months ago. Absolutely love it. Not obvious that it's a code handle which makes me feel a bit better. It's so tiny that there's no way any passing neighbour could see what I put in. Thought about going for a big display but then thought its much harder to hide the code combination.

Another thing I like about this one; the fact that you can set a master code and about 3 different codes for family/friends/guests which can easily be reprogrammed when they leave.

https://www.bunnings.com.au/lockwood-code-handle-left-handed-keyless-lockset_p4091191

Jason

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/3693#Comment_3693

Thanks for joining in the discussion and sharing your experiences @domo. And thanks for joining us on Workshop as our newest member. I trust you will find lots of useful information and inspiration for your projects from our community members.

Please let me know if you ever need a hand getting the most from the site.

Jason

MartyH

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/64047#Comment_64047

Regarding deliveries....

Australia Post recently unveiled its Receva "smart mailbox". Dubbed a "secure and convenient place" for your home deliveries, it came about from one of the organisation's internal startups and involves placing a physical cabinet-like device outside your home for posties to put goods securely inside.

But there's one big problem: it only accepts parcels from Australia Post or authorised third-party companies who are given the access key, such as couriers who have signed up and paid Australia Post for the privilege for access to the proprietary mailbox.

This is anti-competitive, the owner of an upcoming rival Australian-made product called Chester told Fairfax. When launched next year, Chester will be a Wi-Fi enabled outdoor storage chest that messages you to let you know the time of delivery and weight of a parcel once delivered.

MartyH

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/94621#Comment_94621

Full article here - http://www.theage.com.au/technology/technology-news/parcel-pirate-fear-as-amazon-arrives-in-australia-20171206-h009nt.html

RenoQueen

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/94621#Comment_94621

It looks like Receva and Chester could easily be picked up and the whole unit stolen, not just the contents. Any solution has to be built in.

Isobel

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/3692#Comment_3692

@ProjectPete

Amazon Key doesn't sound like its for me - lots of concerns raised in this article. Particularly around essentially handing over Amazon control of the home. No thanks. http://www.theage.com.au/technology/technology-news/amazon-key-i-let-the-retail-giant-open-my-door-i-regretted-it-20171207-p4yxip.html

Dennis

Hi i have one on my front door,3 years now, it works very well , also mine is hooked up to the internet so i can let some one in if im not home, i change the batteries every christmas.

i will get another for my security cabinet.

Jason

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/5695#Comment_5695

Thanks for joining in the discussion @Dennis. Can I ask what brand and type of keyless lock you have on the front door? It might help other community members to know what you recommend as this is an increasingly popular subject.

Thanks,

Jason

ProjectPete

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/5695#Comment_5695

I decided to go for the Igloohome S2 based on some great reviews and a beautiful, sleek aesthetic. Just waiting to receive it in the post. I'll be pairing it with new black hardware on my dounble entry, timber frame doors.

Dennis

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/65010#Comment_65010

Im using the lockwood Z Wave

Brad

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/95212#Comment_95212

I am looking at the Danalock V3 Euro as it will fit the screen doors. Think I have to wait for the bridge to be available here for it to be Google/Nest compatible and the system is not cheap at over 1200 for four locks not counting the bridge.

ProjectPete

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/95212#Comment_95212

@Dennis It's a great lock but with no full-black option i couldn't go for it.

ProjectPete

https://www.workshop.bunnings.com.au/discussion/comment/114147#Comment_114147

The Danalocks are a nice option @Brad but you're right, quite a hefty price tag. There's a August lock too but it may be even more expensive.

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