The best smart locks can make your home more secure but also save you time and provide peace of mind. We tested more than a dozen smart locks to find the best.

Many of the deadbolt locks tested by Consumer Reports lack the level of protection you might want or expect. In our labs, a few well-placed kicks or a couple of minutes under assault from a cordless ...

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The Level Lock Pro is Level's latest smart lock, featuring Matter connectivity for Apple Home, multiple unlocking methods, ...

The new Matter-friendly Yale Smart Lock is especially great for Google Home users, but anyone will find it easy to get started.

This article was updated with new information in January 2026. Having your car stolen is not only a huge inconvenience and expense; it weakens your sense of security. In many cases, crimes like this ...

CHICO — I had the distinct pleasure of speaking with business owner and locksmith Jason Montague, a very nice man who recently opened up a new locksmith business in Chico. Montague has owned Giles ...