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1. The actual lock communicates with the bridge via BLE (Bluetooth) and its the bridge which conncts to your router via WiFi. Since the bridge is plugged-in, there is no issue about the bridge "draining power".
2. The advantage of the lock with BLE is that once your iPhone is in close proximity to the lock, it connects via Bluetooth - so, if you ever lose your WiFi or electricity, you can always unlock/lock with your iphone.
3. It is critical to make sure that your deadbolt locks smoothly (ie the door is very well aligned). This is where the battery drain issues occur. If the motor has to work hard to move the deadbolt or it is stuck against the strike plate, you WILLdrain battery fast. Make sure that your door is perfectly aligned all the time, closes completely, and the lock can move in-out freely and that you regularly lubricate the mechanics of the deadbolt (Do NOT use WD-40, but a gel type log acting lubricant).
4. The lock works with Alexa and can be locked or even unlocked by Alexa (need a code for unlock). No connection to RING.
5. The lock does have geofencing for those interested. It unocks as you come near.
6. The lock can be set to automatically lock after X minutes, so that you can unlock, close the door and walk away.
7. You can share access to the lock via app
8. Yes, you can use your apple watch to lock/unlock
9. A t this price it is a great deal (if your door closes perfectly all the time)
I have this for the past 3+ years and no issues. The big round knob is bit strange and looks funny.
- The app can be set to away mode, which means when you leave your area (1 mile from your home) and come to the front door, the bluetooth will detect you're there and auto unlock the door. It doesn't sound like much, but honestly it's something I am so used to at this point that I cannot see myself going back.
- The connect is to allow you to access to the lock outside the home, this isn't needed if you have an Apple TV as you can just connect it to Apple Home.
- August has it's own app, it doesnt connect directly with other apps like Ring for example, but nothing is stopping you from unlocking remotely.
- You can add guests will time limits to the lock, but away mode only works for owners
OP you may wanna clarify this is 3rd Gen, which requires connect to remote lock and unlock (Unless you have apple home setup with an Apple TV)
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The app gets wickedly slow, waiting five mins to delete a previous guest I have lists hundreds long with their slow software.
Guests yank them out if calibration easily.
My locks are all dying/breaking/malfunctioning. I manage multiple properties and we have 16 of these all slowly failing. After calling the company they are not helpful.
Salty? Yup. I convinced all of my property owning clients to get these. Now I look dumb. I personally have been dealing with these.
We are transitioning to yale and thus far they are better fit airbnb and regular home users.
Good luck, just my opinion. YMMV literally.
The only way your battery only lasts 2 months is if your WiFi sucks and the smart lock is constantly trying to connect to WiFi.
I've been using august for years and the door I use everyday/heavy usage lasts 9-12 months.
Although.
I don't recommend August.
App used to be really bad.
Now it's just mediocre.
I don't even try to use widgets anymore.
I would go with something that is rock solid compatible with Apple/iPhone if you have an iPhone.
And queue the arguments about august and other smart locks not secure.
It's this thing called windows and if I want to break into your house I can just bust out a window.
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The only way your battery only lasts 2 months is if your WiFi sucks and the smart lock is constantly trying to connect to WiFi.
I've been using august for years and the door I use everyday/heavy usage lasts 9-12 months.
Although.
I don't recommend August.
App used to be really bad.
Now it's just mediocre.
I don't even try to use widgets anymore.
I would go with something that is rock solid compatible with Apple/iPhone if you have an iPhone.
And queue the arguments about august and other smart locks not secure.
It's this thing called windows and if I want to break into your house I can just bust out a window.
At least recommend a comparable device smh
At least recommend a comparable device smh
The only way your battery only lasts 2 months is if your WiFi sucks and the smart lock is constantly trying to connect to WiFi.
I've been using august for years and the door I use everyday/heavy usage lasts 9-12 months.
Although.
I don't recommend August.
App used to be really bad.
Now it's just mediocre.
I don't even try to use widgets anymore.
I would go with something that is rock solid compatible with Apple/iPhone if you have an iPhone.
And queue the arguments about august and other smart locks not secure.
It's this thing called windows and if I want to break into your house I can just bust out a window.
Try to improve your Wi-Fi signal
Poor signal from your Wi-Fi access point will make the Wi-Fi chip in the lock work harder to capture and maintain a connection. That could lead to reduced battery life. If possible, try to bring your Wi-Fi router closer to your front door.
I agree with you.
I don't recommend august.
I am an august user for several years.
and current user.
Not sure the issues other ppl had but I'm using for 1.5 years and it's the best lock i have used. Replaced keypad batteries once and the lock batteries 2 times so 6-8 months. Only issue is the unlocking when multiple devices unlock at different times but set the auto lock and fixed the issue
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Honestly I have not had a lot of problems but not sure I would buy again. For a standard home I think the cheap reusable code one is better.
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