Well, for the third time in two days, I’m sitting in my living room watching TV and my Level Lock Touch on my front door just decides on its own to unlock! I feel really secure now.

@politicallyambiguous8424

Жыл бұрын

It's possible someone is picking it. LockPickingLawyer demonstrated how the deadbolt can be picked by people who have no real picking skills. Not only that, but the locksmith McNallyOfficial demonstrated that it is significantly less secure than even the cheapest deadbolts at Home Depot.

@madmax2069

11 ай бұрын

Probably McNally making the rounds

Lol! Ask the Lock Picking Lawyer how good this is...

@AppleInsider

Жыл бұрын

It’s a standard deadbolt. If you put a deadbolt on your home, it can be picked. This is no worse than any other deadbolt but at least you KNOW when it was unlocked and can do something. So still safer than most locks

@flipsolo

Жыл бұрын

@@AppleInsider For $329, it should take longer than a second to pick it.

@AppleInsider

Жыл бұрын

@@flipsolo Not true. Not at all. It has an ANSI Grade 1 rating. ANSI Grade 1 is the spec for the strongest, most secure deadbolt lock. You just want something other than a deadbolt if you want something that is harder to bypass.

@flipsolo

Жыл бұрын

@@AppleInsider Ok, so does other deadbolts that sell for 5-10% of the price. Again, for $329, it should not be that easy to pick. Don't you concur?

@AppleInsider

Жыл бұрын

@@flipsolo I do not concur. That's how deadbolts are. Basically all deadbolts. But you have extra security, peace of mind, and easy of entry. I'm very happy with this on my door.

A friend of mine bought this lock and I tried raking it open with a strip I cut out from a coke can. Opened five times effortlessly, the advertising said it was supposed to notify if it was opened improperly but my friend's phone was silent. It's now in a return package and the boring old lock that at least needed to be picked is back on his door. With such a glowing review, I know I can't take anything else out of this channel seriously

I have the Level Bolt (which is the guts only) so that I could use it with my existing locks. Love it! 😁

@bbllaakkee

Жыл бұрын

best option IMO

@TheJuniorgonzales

Жыл бұрын

Does this support the NFC keys or the Apple Keys?

@JakeRobb

6 ай бұрын

@@TheJuniorgonzales no, but keep your eyes out for a Level Bolt+. I'm hoping that becomes a thing as well.

Do you know if the Level keypad can be set to lockout after a certain number of failed attempts?

Nice, looks good.

Very nice ❤

Can you change the tumbler so I can have it work with my current house key? If not, it would have been better if they had partnered with Kwikset

16.1 may have included the code to share homekeys but the feature isn’t available yet.

Hi! Is there an option of not using the keylock/deadbolt? I'm asking because I want a seemless design @ my door. Thank you!

Ever since I installed it I been having issue like it kept on unlocking after my kids had just locked the door using the level app. Please help if you know what to do. To resolve the issue also how can I share the home key and add it to the Apple wallet. Thanks!

Interesting timing that this release comes just as I was looking at the Touch model. Pity that the + model only comes in gray and black. I need the brass finish to keep my HOA off my back.

@anothey93

Жыл бұрын

@You Tube different lock and doesn’t support home key which is why it’s only $199.

3:26 Regular door lock deadbolts are hollow too. Videos on KZread have ppl cutting them and apparently they’re also hollow. Something I didn’t know and most ppl don’t know, we just assume deadbolts are solid.

@zackgalasso523

Жыл бұрын

Maybe some cheap ones but the only other time that they wouldn't be completely solid is for there to be room to fit a hardened steel rod for cutting protection

Is there a smart lock for sliding glass doors? All the doors in my house are sliding glass doors and so far I have not been able to find a smart lock that is compatible with them

@slik

Жыл бұрын

Its not for sliding door but it might work for you smart door lock called nuki

Can non-Level Lock NFC cards be added as keys? Say like an NTAG216 NFC chip, that may or may not be embedded in my hand…

Can you re-ping this lock to match your current keys? It would be a deal breaker if I had to have different keys for my exterior doors.

@dyanimoriah

Жыл бұрын

Ooh good question! Yes, I’d hate for my gate door to have a different key then my actual door.

2:46 How strong is that magnet? I like that the screws are hidden, compared to a typical deadbolt where the knob is held to the plate with a C clip of sorts and the screws have to be somewhat visible. But, is there anything else holding it on, like a hidden C clip inside the knob and a notch on the shaft that it can clip into? Because in the video clip just prior, it looks like the knob slides off almost too easily.

@properfpv7160

Жыл бұрын

The knob is on the inside

Great Video. looking closely at this Lock. Were you successful with 16.1 and sharing a home key outside your family?

Is it possible to replace the physical keys to different ones?

Is it possible to use HomeKey without the key component and internal part. E.g. for a door inside the house (where we do not want to use a big lock)

@anothey93

Жыл бұрын

No the electronics are inside deadbolt so unless you disassemble and make your own lock with it….no.

Is it possible to set the HomeKey as the default card to come up when accessing Wallet? Seems cumbersome to have to switch from your default credit card to HomeKey when wanting to unlock your door, compared to other biometric locks that use fingerprint authentication.

@eduardoramirez7731

Жыл бұрын

When you hold your phone to it, it’ll know to use home key. And with express mode on, you dont even have to unlock the phone.

@AppleInsider

Жыл бұрын

You dont even have to open the wallet app! Just bring your phone near and it goes! Quick and easy!

@Funnyguy194

Жыл бұрын

@@AppleInsider This is great info! I assume it does the same for the Apple Watch as well?

@user-zc3hb6mr9x

Жыл бұрын

@@Funnyguy194 for sure. just turn on the express mode on the watch

@donpowers6033

Жыл бұрын

I do not have the Level Lock, but have two Schlage Encode Plus. All I have to do is hold my watch or phone near the lock and it unlocks the door. Home Key is great.

Thanks for the the awesome review!! But have you run into an issue?

Great video! Would you say the Level Bolt is better or the August Wi-Fi Smart Lock?

@Sparky_oto

4 ай бұрын

I’m looking at the same too! Did you end up finding an answer to this?

@TheTechPerson

4 ай бұрын

@@Sparky_oto I decided the August Wi-Fi Smart Lock is better and I’ve been happy with it. It’s been very reliable and the build quality is solid. The only issue is the batteries run out pretty quickly with the WiFi turned on. To resolve this, you can turn off the Wi-Fi and control it remotely through HomeKit.

I've got mine installed and I love it! The only strange issue I'm having is that I can unlock with my Apple Watch no prob, but it won't work from tapping the phone directly. My wife and I both have the silver home key in our apple wallets, it just simple doesn't seem to recognize them. They are both even set to express mode so no ID needed or anything! Very odd...

@lars3001

Жыл бұрын

Watch the lock picking lawyer video

@d.j.vandermeer3832

Жыл бұрын

@@lars3001 2 seconds open

@lucabres8003

Жыл бұрын

I'm sorry for your loss

@rocky-zx6kq

Жыл бұрын

This is a stupid scam, a 10 dollar deadlock is more secure bexause it has standard amounts of security pins than this piece of garbage which has none at all, that's what you get for being stupid I guess

My concern is the battery dying and not having any notification to replace it. Is there a battery indicator of any sort?

@AppleInsider

Жыл бұрын

Yes! In the level app and Home app. You also get an alert that the battery is low. It also doesn’t hurt to keep a spare key in your car just in case - same with any other lock!

I have enough trouble with my hue lights turning on (or not) for no explicable reason, can imagine coming home and finding my house empty and unlocked and no idea why 😂 thanks technology

Is it possible to change the key(sloth) 😮so you could still use the previous key

Can be easily bumped. For so much money, you'd think they would atleast have modern industry standard for protection against bump keys Sing about the durability of the lock all you want, but when the actual 300$ lock it self can be easily picked with hairpins and bump keyed, its useless as a lock. And level should probably consult actual security experts before making another lock instead of just using data without context to back up claims.

@bichen-up-ur

Жыл бұрын

I guess you'd just be paying for convivence. I would've never considered buying this, but my door knob is completely gone and I'm tired of worrying about losing my keys.

@FiftyJuan

Жыл бұрын

@@bichen-up-ur ahah

Can you key with your existing house keys or do you need to replace your keys?

@JakeRobb

6 ай бұрын

Depends on what your existing locks are, but Level's lock cylinders are standard core sizes and are replaceable. You (or a locksmith) can re-core them to match most locks.

How loud is the lock unlock mechanism compared to Schlage? I have the Sense and it is obnoxiously loud.

@anothey93

Жыл бұрын

There are other videos where you can hear it, it’s not crazy but it’s a standard motor sound.

Can you explain how you get home key on other family member phones? Instructions are poor on how to do this. I got home key installed on my iphone and watch; but don't know how to get home key on my wife's phone? We are both on iOS 16.1. Do we both have to be using the same apple ID or can she and I have different apple IDs?

it's water ressitant? I'd like to use it in a front gate , under weather conditions

Omg lock picker lawyer just open it when it sneezes 😂

If I get the Apple Key version (at apple store only), does this have the touch unlock with finger?

@anothey93

Жыл бұрын

Yes

With the home key, does it work like travel pass, so you don’t need to go into wallet to use it if you put your phone close?

@khan95osu

Жыл бұрын

yes, you can set this up in "express mode" to allow that to function without unlocking your phone at all.

It looked like a Schlage key, can the lock cylinder be removed so it can be rekeyed? If so, one could easily add additional security pins and bump resistant pins. Also, can I remotely see if the door is locked or unlocked? And if someone forgot to lock the door, can I remotely lock it? Thank you, I appreciate your time.

@nkydn

11 ай бұрын

You can see if it has been un/locked and un/lock it from the distance

It looks easy to install and use. Only problem is if locks are keyed alike.

@NSOL

Жыл бұрын

How's that a problem? picking a lock is extremely easy anyway

@madmax2069

11 ай бұрын

​​@@NSOLsome (a $10 lock from Home Depot) at least offers some resistance, makes the thief/intruder stay at the lock longer. This you can just bump it open within a split second.

Would’ve loved to hear about battery life and how it is recharged.

@AppleInsider

Жыл бұрын

It doesnt recharge but uses 3V CR2 batteries! Super easy to replace and you get alerts before the battery ever dies!

@ed1wweaver

Жыл бұрын

I have the Level Lock Touch and the battery is lasting on the average 7 months. Cheers!

@j0404t

Жыл бұрын

@@ed1wweaver Thanks! Do you feel that is long enough for you?

Is the Level+ replacing the Level - Touch Edition that cost the exact same?

@AppleInsider

Жыл бұрын

Yes, believe so!

Can you plz let me know if i have 3 doors to my house can i setup all 3 on home key how would that setup work

@AppleInsider

Жыл бұрын

So Home Key gives you access to your home, so you have one key in your wallet and you just walk up to each one and you get access. Super easy!

Nice

Can't wait for a friend to get one of these so i can demonstrate raking! 😂 (with their permission)

How do you share key with others with out adding to home?

@anothey93

Жыл бұрын

It’s likely just an option in the home or level app. Apple stuff is typically pretty simple.

If you live in an apartment building can you just use the internal “invisible” deadbolt without the external components? I know the touch sensing won’t work, but would nfc and homekey and keypad work? Thanks!

@AppleInsider

Жыл бұрын

If you're looking for just the internals, check out the Level Bolt! That is the ORIGINAL Level Lock and it is just that! You get the motor for inside your door and the rest of the HomeKit functionality. Unfortunately like you mentioned, some features aren't supported there like Home Key, touch sensitivity, and key cards.

@hermanleong9233

Жыл бұрын

Checked with Level and they said we need all components to have it working because the nfc is on the keyhole plate, while the keyhole plate needs to be connected to the thumb turn plate to get power.

@AppleInsider

Жыл бұрын

@@hermanleong9233 yes, but they sell just the internals as the Level Bolt. You can use that!

@hermanleong9233

Жыл бұрын

@@AppleInsider We are all after HomeKey, so we need Level Lock+ 😁

@AppleInsider

Жыл бұрын

@@hermanleong9233 yes but you HAVE to have the external part for Home Key. There will never be a Home Key lock without th external piece because it holds the antenna…

Can you change the lock to work with your existing key?

@bbllaakkee

Жыл бұрын

any locksmith can do that with any lock, ever

can you set schedule for level lock on smarthome? lock at 5pm ?

@MrKonscience

13 күн бұрын

I would like to know as well.

Can this be used for an inside doorway such as bedroom door?.

@anothey93

Жыл бұрын

Yes as long as your door and frame has a deadbolt hole in it it will work.

Before anyone buys this watch lockpicking lawyer

Did the box come wrapped in plastic film to ensure that no one accessed the included physical keys?

I like the homekey feature, is it possible to use the level lock plus as a level bolt? You know, just use the guts and use my own hardware

@matthewkeating9673

Жыл бұрын

I have the same question. TIA

@Fawke85

Жыл бұрын

@@matthewkeating9673 i just got a level lock plus, the answer is yes but not exactly, antennas are on the front plate so nfc wont work without it

Does this work without the Level Keyhole and stuff, if you just install the deadbolt itself and keep your other existing (non Level) hardware on the door?

@daniellegarcia8299

3 ай бұрын

Wondering this too, I live in an apartment and my landlord would need a copy of this new key. It’d be nice if it has these updated features without using the included new deadbolt.

Can it tell whether your door is open or closed? And can it lock automatically when the door is closed? Like the one I use from wyze.

@AppleInsider

Жыл бұрын

It can lock automatically but you need a contact sensor to know if it’s open or closed.

@joshx413

Жыл бұрын

@@AppleInsider ehh. That’s a bit of a bummer. But I’m willing to sacrifice the built in door detection wyze offers for the amazing features and design of level. Thanks!

@anothey93

Жыл бұрын

@@joshx413 how does the lock know if the door is opened or closed without some sort of contact sensor? Not being sarcastic, just seriously curious.

Does this lock support remote access? Can I control or lock/unlock the door remotely?

@AppleInsider

11 ай бұрын

Absolutely does! But you do need a home hub to do that! That can be an Apple TV or HomePod

Andrew, I can't see installing this lock unless I can access it remotely by wifi.

@AppleInsider

Жыл бұрын

You can access it remotely via Apple HomeKit if you have a Home Hub

would this work for android too?

I guess you can unlock without waking up the phone, go into wallet and search for the HomeKey, right? I saw there is express mode which suppose to unlock the door when you place the phone next to the lock, without any interaction with the phone.

@metalmanexetreme

Жыл бұрын

Think you still need to wake to go into wallet, express just makes it so you don’t have to unlock device to do so

@hermanleong9233

Жыл бұрын

@@metalmanexetreme For express transit card, we don’t need to wake. And we can unlock the door when the phone is out of battery. So I doubt we need to wake the phone up.

@AppleInsider

Жыл бұрын

Yup! Just wake your phone, walk to your door, and tap your phone! No need to open wallet at all!

Can I use Alexa voice command to lock/unlock? Does anyone know?

Does it connect with Z-wave?

I read in a forum that it connects to the HomePod only via Bluetooth, is that true? My HomePods are far from my front door :(

@AppleInsider

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, all HomeKit door locks are Bluetooth at the moment. If you want a HomeKit door lock, it is going to be Bluetooth. As long as any Home Hub is nearby, it will work. That includes Apple TV. The range is quite long, like 100 feet I think?

@noah_will

Жыл бұрын

@@AppleInsider lol, you forgot about the Schlage Encode Plus!

What if my phone get stolen, is there any security feature that they have to turn this around?

@joshpayne4015

5 ай бұрын

You should be able to require a touch or face ID in order to open your wallet?

Nice look and packaging. Can be picked in 2 mins or less...

@chaskinsnc

Жыл бұрын

I feel like all dead bolts can be picked quickly, but will anyone really do it?

@flipsolo

Жыл бұрын

@@chaskinsnc No, not all deadbolts can be picked this quickly. There are plenty of quality ones that takes time and expertise to pick, and its definitely less than $329.

@BikePumpMusic

Жыл бұрын

@@chaskinsnc All deadbolts can be picked, this lock doesn't need to be picked. The construction is so bad, you can just rake it open

@FiftyJuan

Жыл бұрын

took 3 seconds to open it lol

What about opening the door to visitors from a distant location in the house?

@anothey93

Жыл бұрын

Use the app or Siri to unlock if you don’t want to get up and unlock.

Just watch a video on it from lockpicking lawyer 😂

Does it incorporate Matter?

Is it possible for someone like a child to easily remove and hide the inside knob making it difficult to unlock in case of an emergency?

@AppleInsider

Жыл бұрын

Great question Tim! Not at all! While it magnetically connects, it does lock in place. you need to use a small pin or paperclip to remove it again!

What if the battery of the lock runs out and you don't have the physical key with you? Is there another way to open it?

@sarveshsardeshmukh

Жыл бұрын

You will be notified about the battery status in the app

@AppleInsider

Жыл бұрын

At that point there's no easy way to open it without having a locksmith come out. But it's important to know what leads up to that point. The battery dying isn't instant and you'll get alerts that the battery is low and needs swapped. Additionally, that's no different than a regular non-smart lock. You always have to have a key or you cant get in. This just gives you more options. You can use the key or smart features.

@joshpayne4015

5 ай бұрын

Yes, this expensive lock's actual lock cylinder was designed and implemented very poorly. Take a hair pin or similar thing (cut up a coke can, etc.) and rake it up and down the keyway while applying slight turning pressure. Within seconds you can open this lock without a key and without power. You assume the lock is secure and will be hard to open without a lockpick; sadly you are mistaken.

Is this the one that just got picked relatively easy?

@FiftyJuan

Жыл бұрын

Yes.

Ridiculous cost. I’ll just stick with Schlage smart key locks. Super easy. Nice review!

does not have security pins in the key, very easy to to jimmy open. NOT A SECURE LOCK CAN BE PICKED WITH LITTLE EFFORT

@joshpayne4015

5 ай бұрын

Most people here don't seem to care. They only want a gee-whiz-bang high-tech gadget that they can use their phone with. That the physical security of the lock is very poor is not really important, based on the comments I've read.

Lock picking super easy

Can you change the key core?

@AppleInsider

Жыл бұрын

I believe it can be rekeyed to Schlage keys

@joshpayne4015

5 ай бұрын

IMHO doing so is an imperative with this lock, the out-of-the-box core is quite poor in resisting even basic lock picking attacks.

Lockpickinglawyer says otherwise

I promised myself I wasn't going to buy new smart home things that aren't thread / matter supported, or will be later. Is there any word on that? I just recently picked up my first few thread light bulbs and its actually a huge improvement in stability and responsiveness. I have the August lock right now, and it works 90% of the time with auto-unlock feature, but there's enough lag / unresponsiveness there that I would really love to see the benefits I've seen with thread applied here.

@anothey93

Жыл бұрын

This will be thread and matter supported soon with update.

@stevenbauer3958

Жыл бұрын

Dont buy it its shit the actual lock is wors than anything u find at home depo

@DDcoons1

Жыл бұрын

@@stevenbauer3958 if you want to be critical, provide some actual facts. Otherwise, you come across like a 12 -year old.

Can we get LPL to check this out pls Edit: He’s just done a video…

What’s the internal difference why can’t the old lock be updated?

@anothey93

Жыл бұрын

NFC internals that make home key function.

Can you make copies of the 🔑??

@RandomBogey

Жыл бұрын

The physical key looks like a typical Schlage SC1 key

Our contractor threw away the box and all of the codes. I tried the code on the body of the lock and it still opens using bluetooth. It would be much better if you could unlock using wifi from any location. Not impressed with the Level lock until they allow remote locking/unlocking

@R0nd086

Жыл бұрын

You can open remotely but if requires a hub

What about the door knob?

Wouldn’t recommend this product. Customer service is the worst. I have two of these and one stopped working. After countless hours of trying to reset it, to no avail. Called customer service, emailed them and one is just as useless as the next. Literally 7 hours dealing with them and they will not replace the lock. I have only owned it for 2 months.

@TASHUNDADON

2 ай бұрын

Yeah haven’t been able to use the app for two months….

Weather proof ??

this thing is SLLOOOOOWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW

It's good, but the price is ridiculous 💯

@36-ganendraabror87

Жыл бұрын

No it isn't, can be unlocked easily by a lockpick because it doesn't has any pins, for comparison a 10$ lock which has 3 pins is much harder to lockpick than this

@space6707

Жыл бұрын

@@36-ganendraabror87 It has pins just no security pins, still horrible for security, but it still has pins.

No bottom lock?

Skipped over the fact that the lock works via bluetooth and other versions of the level lock have been notorious for being slow.

I have 3 Level smart locks and they’re all within 6 feet from a Homepod Mimi. They do NOT support Thread…bluetooth is very SLOW to respond. Level really need to get off of their butt and make their locks to support Thread.

@NT-or9wh

Жыл бұрын

Hmm, yea no thread is dealbreaker.

Do you get locked out of your house if the battery dies?

@AppleInsider

Жыл бұрын

Not at all! You can still use a key like any regular lock. I always recommend keeping a spare handy -- or on your car keys -- in case you ever have to use it.

@joshpayne4015

5 ай бұрын

Not at all! You can always take some random item like a hair pin and rake it up and down the lock's key cylinder while applying slight turning pressure and you'll open the lock in no time! Look what convenience you're getting for the high price!

might want to check the lock picking lawyer's review of this before you go full apple fanboy 😂

My experience so far with level is short battery life. 1-2 mos max.

@anothey93

Жыл бұрын

More frequent use means shorter life. Maybe you can find higher end batteries and use them?

I came to see a demonstration of Express Mode in use. You didn’t show that.

Is this an Apple Store exclusive?

@AppleInsider

Жыл бұрын

yup!

battery life??

Someone can pick it in 20 seconds you are better off getting August lock

Can the lock be rekeyed? I don’t want a new key

@ScarlettRuby82

Жыл бұрын

This exactly my question too!

@AppleInsider

Жыл бұрын

Believe it can be re-keyed to Schlage keys?

@benjaminlehman3221

Жыл бұрын

@@AppleInsider the other level lock version without the home key allowed the buyer to use their knobs. Can you do that here?

@benjaminlehman3221

Жыл бұрын

@@AppleInsider meaning you didn’t need to rekey it because you use the same keyhole, only the bolt changed.

Looks great, except for the choice of a magnet to hold the inside knob. This most likely violates building codes for fire egress. This is similar to double cylinder deadbolts which require a key from the inside; They are usually not allowed in residential buildings. The removable knob becomes an issue. I'm surprised that Level chose looks over security. Aside from that, to me it seems like kids & pranksters could yank & lose the knob.

@AppleInsider

Жыл бұрын

Hey Dan! This isn't a problem at all. It requires you to use a pin or other tool to remove the knob. Just as tedious as having to remove screws on a standard door knob. But makes it easily snap into place!

@danchiasson

Жыл бұрын

@@AppleInsider That's great to know and makes a lot more sense. Thanks for the reply. :)

@HigherQualityUploads

Жыл бұрын

You shouldn't be surprised. Level's entire brand is looks and profit over usability.

This would be awesome except for the physical key - if they offered a keyless option, this would be perfect.

Did anyone tell you that you sound like Chris from Family Guy? Anyway, great review very useful thanks 💙

You don’t need to use the level key hole right? I don’t want a new key

What is Thread or matter that everyone is talking about?

@gregg5958

Жыл бұрын

Thread is a communications protocol. It is it’s own thing so separate from Bluetooth or wifi. It is quicker and more reliable than those other protocols and doesn’t slow down your wifi with more and more devices added. In fact, it makes things even more robust as thread devices can serve as relays to the other devices and make a bigger mesh network. So whereas adding more wifi devices makes things potentially worse, adding thread devices makes things better. Matter is a solution to the problem of devices from one company not working with others. It’s barely just launched.

Saw this thing got unlocked with a random key with a hammer.

It looks like no Level account is actually required for this? If creating an account with Level is required in order for the lock to work, that's a deal killer for me.

@beowulfschmidt6031

Жыл бұрын

@appleinsider scammer