If you’re new to the world of smart locks, then the word August may simply bring to mind hot summer days by the pool or on the beach.
If however, you’ve begun to research the topic of interconnected smart home security or are a seasoned veteran in the smart home device circuit, then you’ll probably know that when it comes to connected smart door lock systems, August are simply one of the best in the business.
In this guide, we’ve taken a look at the very best smart door locks and devices within the August family to bring you the lowdown on the last word in smart home security.
Whether you’re looking to find the best August smart home device for building into a new home automation setup, or simply want to know how the devices work (and what other devices they work with), our definitive guide to the best August smart locks and devices is here to get you started.
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August Smart Home Devices – The Essentials
Let’s start with the basics – August make smart door locks (and they do it well).
With this in mind, it’s worth taking a moment to talk about the kinds of things to consider when finding the best August smart home devices for your specific home and situation.
One of the key considerations when it comes to August smart locks is that almost without exception, August devices are designed to work with single cylinder deadbolt door lock systems.
The good news here, is that if you’re based in the US or Canada, this is pretty much the standard when it comes to door locks and door locking mechanisms, so the chances are that if you live in this region, you’ll be good to go right out of the box.
If you’re based in another part of the world though, this is definitely going to be something to keep in mind before taking the plunge and investing in an August door lock, but fear not – if your door doesn’t fit this configuration, we’ve got you covered with almost every door type in our guide to the best smart locks.
Single cylinder locks (the type that use a key to unlock from the outside and a thumb turn handle to open from inside) are the bread and butter of the August smart lock devices and they’re effectively designed to allow super easy setup (no locksmith needed) to turn your existing lock into a smart lock with minimal fuss in under 30 minutes.
While most single cylinder lock mechanisms are likely to be compatible with August smart locks, a list of the specific systems and brands that the August devices will work with has been provided by the company so it’s definitely worth checking them out ahead of time to ensure compatibility.
The Smart Lock Lowdown – August Smart Home Devices at a Glance
If there’s one thing you can be sure you’re getting with an August smart lock device, it’s a wide feature set.
The latest August smart home devices provide a lot of functionality right off the bat and among the smart lock competition out there, the August range of smart locking devices are about as fully-featured as you can get.
What this is going to look like in practice is a smart locking solution that’s widely compatible with a huge amount of smart tech in your connected home ecosystem as well as providing ton of ‘local’ features specific to the device ranging from remote unlocking with your smartphone to providing guest access for visitors or housekeepers when you’re not home.
Probably the feature that you’re going to find most useful is the ability of August smart locks to automate the locking of your door without the use of your hands (particularly useful when you’re bringing in the groceries). August call this feature (appropriately enough) Auto-Lock and Auto-Unlock and it’s this functionality that quickly makes you appreciate the benefit of a top-tier smart door lock system once you’ve got one installed at home.
On top of this feature, the second big selling point of the August smart home devices is what the brand calls ‘DoorSense’ – effectively the ability to operate and keep an on your door lock from anywhere.
August Smart Lock Compatibility
An effective smart home ecosystem is one in which all of your devices seamlessly play nice with each other while also requiring minimal upfront setup required on your part.
Whether you’re talking about smart lighting or smart security, the key to a flawless smart home automation setup is choosing devices which are compatible across device types, brands, and wireless protocols straight out of the gate.
In this respect the August smart home devices do a great job of minimizing the stress when it comes to ensuring your smart door locking solutions get on with the other devices in your home.
Z-Wave Plus compatibility means you’re going to to be able to connect with appropriate devices from brands such as Nest, while the leading smart speakers and voice assistant devices are compatible with August’s flagship devices meaning Google Home, Apple’s Siri, and of course, Amazon Alexa devices are all going to get along with August smart locks once installed.
The Best August Smart Locks and August Smart Home Devices
From comprehensive smart lock systems to video doorbells that let you know who’s calling, the range of August smart home devices is designed to make your smart home ecosystem more connected and intelligent than ever before from the moment you reach the front door.
In this part of our guide to August smart home devices, we’ve broken down the very best August smart locks and gear to help you find the perfect fit for your home and needs.
August Smart Lock Pro and Connect
Without a doubt the flagship smart lock within the family of August smart home devices, the August Pro smart lock and the August Connect bridge device (included) is the last word in smart home door locking.
If you’re looking for the August smart lock that will give you the complete range of connected door locking functionality, then the August Pro is the place to start.
To get started, the August Pro smart lock provides the standard automated locking and unlocking functionality that you’ll almost certainly be looking for if you’re in the market for a smart door lock system.
Voice control is also within the remit of the August Pro and with this smart lock on your door, you’re going to be able to control the access to your door through Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa, or Apple Homekit smart speaker systems.
Learn More About the August Smart Lock Pro and Connect Here
August Doorbell Cam Pro
The August Doorbell Cam Pro is a solid choice if you’re looking for a smart doorbell system to let you know about (and communicate with) anyone who comes calling, whether you’re in the house or away from home.
A free basic video subscription service with the device allows you to watch any video that the Doorbell Cam Pro has captured over the last 24 hours while two-way communication and a light for illumination at night mean you’ll have total oversight to any visitors or the mailman if you’re out at work or running errands, whatever the time of day.
In addition to HD video capture and real time alerts, the August Doorbell Cam Pro is compatible with Amazon’s Alexa voice control smart assistant out of the box.
As you’d expect from two devices in the August smart home device family, the knockout punch comes when you tie the Doorbell Cam Pro up with an August Smart Lock with this pairing enabling you to see who’s at the door, communicate with them, and of course, let them in, all within the app from a connected smartphone wherever you are.
Learn More About the August Doorbell Cam Pro Here
August Smart Lock
The lock that started it all, the latest generation of the August Smart Lock is the perfect example of a fully-featured smart lock device.
While the entry level sibling of the August Smart Lock Pro (see above), the Smart Lock from August carries a smaller price tag for the streamlined functionality that it offers so if you’re looking for a budget friendly smart lock solution that still offers a ton of smart tech under the hood, this device is a great wallet-friendly choice.
Auto-Lock and and Auto-Unlock are still standard functionality with the August Smart Lock. as is DoorSense, but unlike the Pro, you’re going to get a slightly reduced level of smart voice assistant integration with the likes of Google Assistant and Alexa. Similarly, the vanilla August Smart Lock doesn’t offer Z-Wave Plus compatibility so if your smart home environment is going to need this, it’s definitely a good idea to consider splashing out for the Pro.
With that being said, the August Smart Lock is a cracking smart lock (see what we did there?) and offers the essential functionality of one of the best smart locks on the market, providing everything from ‘phone as key’ access, to hands free unlocking and locking.
Learn More About the August Smart Lock Here
August Smart Keypad
Sometimes when you’ve got guests staying (and you’re not able to use the app to grant access) you just don’t want to leave a spare key under the mat and it’s with these situations in mind that the August Smart Keypad is the natural addition to your smart lock setup.
Working alongside all of the August Smart Lock systems, the Smart Keypad allows you to create a unique code for entry, any visitors or housekeepers can be granted entry to your home without the need of a key or access through the app.
What this means in practical terms of course, is that if you’ve got family or house guests coming to stay or who need to gain access in your absence, you can simply let them know the code ahead of time and they’ll be able to get inside when you’re not around.
One of the particularly useful elements of this system is the option to program codes that will only operate for a set date period which is perfect if you’re renting your home out on Airbnb for example.
Similarly, the ability to set recurring access times is a great feature if you want to provide regular scheduled access to housekeepers, babysitters, or dog walkers.
Learn More About the August Smart Keypad Here
