$60 – $90
Budget retrofit smart lock with Wyze Gateway for WiFi. Works with Alexa and Google. No HomeKit. Auto-lock and unlock.
Need door sensor included
Comes with door position sensor - knows if door is open
Want retrofit with existing deadbolt
Installs on interior side - keeps existing exterior and keys
Already in Wyze ecosystem
Works with Wyze app and other Wyze devices you may have
Ultra-budget smart lock
One of cheapest smart locks at $90-100 with WiFi included
Need reliable auto-unlock
Auto-unlock/geofencing fails 90% of time for many users
Need keypad access
No keypad included - must buy Wyze Lock Keypad separately
Apple HomeKit user
No HomeKit support - Alexa and Google only
Need consistent connectivity
System busy errors and connectivity drops reported
Auto-lock and auto-unlock fail frequently - location triggers 90% failure rate
Wyze ForumsConstant "system busy" messages when trying to control lock
Wyze ForumsRecalibration and gateway reset doesnt fix auto-lock issues
User ReportsAuto-unlock geofencing unreliable
widespreadCause: Location services and Bluetooth implementation issues
Keypad not included - extra purchase
commonCause: Business model to sell keypad separately
Relying on auto-unlock feature
Will fail frequently - arrive home to locked door
Tip: Use keypad or manual unlock - dont trust geofencing
Not buying keypad for guest access
No way for guests to enter without your phone
Tip: Budget for Wyze Lock Keypad ($30) if you have guests
All app functionality, remote access, history, automations
Physical key only - smart features require cloud
Access history, location data for geofencing, usage patterns on Wyze servers.
Tested with up to 4 devices
Wyze gateway needed for WiFi. Door sensor included. Battery life 6-12 months typical.
Auto-unlock unreliable. No HomeKit. Keypad separate purchase. Connectivity issues.
August WiFi Smart Lock
If: Want more reliable connectivity
SwitchBot Lock
If: Want even cheaper option
Kwikset Halo
If: Need built-in keypad
Ultra-budget smart lock needed
Cheapest full-featured smart lock that mostly works
Already have Wyze ecosystem
Integrates with existing Wyze app and devices
Need reliable auto-unlock
Geofencing is broken for most users - dont count on it
6-12 months typical with 4 AA batteries. Door sensor uses CR2032.
Source: Product SpecsServer connectivity issue. Try restarting gateway or wait and retry. Common problem.
Source: Wyze ForumsNo HomeKit support. Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant only.
Battery life shorter than expected for some users
User ReviewsSystem busy errors prevent control
commonCause: Server/connectivity issues
No HomeKit support
commonCause: Wyze chose not to implement HomeKit
Expecting HomeKit compatibility
No Apple ecosystem integration at all
Tip: Verify platform compatibility - Alexa/Google only
Wyze has had data breaches in past. All data in cloud. US company with Chinese manufacturing.
Apple HomeKit user
No HomeKit - consider August or Yale for Apple ecosystem
No, Wyze Lock Keypad is sold separately for about $30.
Source: Product SpecsKnown issue affecting many users. Geofencing and location triggers are unreliable. Dont depend on this feature.
Source: Wyze Forums