Yale Assure Lock 2 (Wi-Fi Touchscreen) Review
Our verdict
The Assure Lock 2's killer feature is its swappable radio module: start with Bluetooth, add Wi-Fi, Zigbee, Z-Wave Plus, or Matter later without replacing the lock. It also supports Apple Home Key and up to 250 access codes.
Pros and cons
What we like
- Swappable Bluetooth/Wi-Fi/Zigbee/Z-Wave/Matter modules
- Apple Home Key support
- 250 access codes, fingerprint option
What could be better
- Wi-Fi module sometimes sold separately
- Grade 2, not Grade 1
Full specifications
| Security rating | ANSI/BHMA Grade 2 |
| Connectivity | Swappable module (Wi-Fi/BT/Zigbee/Z-Wave) |
| Unlock methods | Touchscreen, Apple Home Key, physical key, app, fingerprint (option) |
| Access codes | 250 |
| Auto-lock | Yes |
| Smart home | Alexa, Google, HomeKit, SmartThings, Matter |
| Battery | 4x AA |
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