Best Smart Locks with Keypads of 2026

The Bolt SE is the overachiever of this group: 50 fingerprints, 50 codes, a keypad, a physical key, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and Matter over Thread. The fingerprint sensor is the part we reached for most; it reads quickly and does not care that your hands are full. The keypad is glove-friendly and resists smudges, which matters less in a review than in a wet January.

Where it loses composure is connectivity. The lock's remote features depend on a stable Wi-Fi or Thread connection, and that is the weak link in day-to-day ownership. When the connection holds, the app and Apple Home integration are genuinely useful for checking status and sharing access. When it does not, you still have the keypad, fingerprint, and key, so the lock works, but the smart part is the part to test during the return window.

We also like the solid zinc body and BHMA certification, which is a more useful reassurance than a long feature list. The catch is that this is a lot of lock for a door that only needs a code. If you do not use Apple Home or remote access, the TEEHO TE001 does the daily job with fewer moving parts.

LOCKSTAR includes the Wi-Fi gateway in the box, which sounds like a small thing until you have priced the bridge separately on another lock. That makes the all-in cost easier to justify, and it is the reason this one suits hosts who need to send a code from another state. The lock also supports fingerprint, keypad, key card, fob, app, and a traditional key, so a guest who ignores the app can still get in.

The feature we appreciate most is the event history. It turns the lock into a simple check-in log: who opened the door, when, and whether it was a code or a key. For a short-term rental, that is more useful than another voice-assistant trick. Installation is straightforward on standard wooden doors, and the included screwdriver and drill piece remove one more excuse to delay the job.

The cost is the obvious hurdle: this is the most expensive lock in this group, and it asks you to buy into its app for the features that make it special. The hardware feels substantial, and the auto-lock has a calm, predictable feel in daily use. If you only need a code for the family, the TEEHO TE001 is the smarter spend; if you manage guests, the built-in gateway and audit trail earn the premium.

A lot of keypad locks leave you with a shiny new deadbolt above the old, mismatched knob. The Veise KS01C solves that by including two knobs with the keypad deadbolt, so the whole front door looks intentional. We like that it keeps the entry simple: 20 user codes, a master code, one-time codes, two backup keys, and no app or Wi-Fi to babysit.

The auto-lock can be set from 10 to 99 seconds, and there is one-touch locking plus vacation, passage, and silent modes. The anti-peep code feature is genuinely useful on a street-facing door: you can type extra digits around your real code and the lock ignores them. Grade 3 certification and IP54 weather resistance are the right baseline for a front door, not a claim of commercial-grade security.

The trade-off is inside the knob. This set gives you a round knob rather than a lever, so check that everyone can grip and turn it comfortably, especially small hands or anyone with arthritis. A handle set is also less forgiving to install than a deadbolt-only swap, so check the backset and door prep before ordering. If your door already has matching hardware you like, the TEEHO TE001 is the simpler buy.

Fingerprint readers on inexpensive locks are often a gimmick. The TE002 is not magic, but it is good enough to change the morning routine: up to 20 prints, a one-second unlock claim, and a keypad waiting when a finger is wet or tired. We like that it keeps a physical key and 20 codes, so you are never dependent on the sensor.

The sensor is the part to test with everyone who will use the door. Dry skin, lotion, rain, and a bad angle can all turn a one-touch entry into a two-try entry. The fix is simple: enroll two fingers per person and keep a code as backup. In practice, that makes the fingerprint a convenience rather than a single point of failure.

The rest is familiar TEEHO: a backlit keypad, auto-lock, one-touch locking, IP54 weather resistance, and four AA batteries with a low-battery indicator. It is a sensible upgrade for a family that keeps losing keys, but it does not add Wi-Fi or remote access. If you want a connected lock, the ULTRALOQ is the better fit; if you want biometric entry on a budget, this is the sweet spot.

The YR04 is not trying to be a front-door deadbolt. It is a keypad knob, and that makes it useful in a different way: a home office, a bedroom, a closet, or a rental room where you want a code but do not need to rebuild the door's security hardware. Installation is a screwdriver job, and the 20-code setup is easy to live with.

We like that it still includes two backup keys and a backlit keypad, because a keypad knob without a key is a battery waiting to strand you. The auto-lock is adjustable from 5 to 99 seconds, and one-time codes are handy for a cleaner or a short-term guest. The catch is the inside handle: this format gives you less manual control than a deadbolt with a thumb turn, so test the auto-lock and inside operation before you rely on it.

The bigger limitation is security. A keypad knob is not a substitute for a deadbolt on an exterior front door, and it does not belong on a door that already has a deadbolt. For a bedroom or a rental room behind a shared front door, though, it is a neat, affordable way to stop handing out keys.

The Sifely S throws every access method into one handle set: fingerprint, keypad, fob, key card, app, and mechanical key. That sounds like overkill until you are managing a rental and a guest cannot work the app, or a cleaner needs in without a phone. The included two keys and two key cards give you a low-tech backup that does not depend on the battery.

We found the fingerprint sensor quick when it worked, and the app is the easiest way to add or remove users. The weak part is long-term consistency: the sensor, locking mechanism, and durability can be finicky, so treat the first month as a trial, test every entry method, and keep the mechanical key accessible. That is not a reason to avoid the lock, but it is a reason to buy it for the right job.

The handle-set format is also a bigger install than a deadbolt, so check your door prep and take the template seriously. If you want the simplest possible keypad, the TEEHO TE001 is the calmer choice; if you need fobs and cards for staff or guests, the Sifely S is the one that covers more situations.

The YR01 is the feature-heavy Yamiry handle set: fingerprint, keypad, key fob, mechanical key, and app control, with remote passcodes generated from the app. The matte black finish looks clean on a modern door, and the six-in-one access list is genuinely useful if different people in the house prefer different methods.

The app is the catch. Bluetooth setup is straightforward, but remote features may need a separate Wi-Fi gateway, and that is an extra piece of hardware to buy and maintain. We also ran into the inside-handle question: the lock can be slow or confusing to operate manually when the auto-lock is on, so test that before you commit. The fingerprint sensor is quick when your finger is clean and dry; otherwise, use the code.

Build quality feels solid, and the fingerprint and fob combo is handy for kids who do not carry a phone. But this is a lock for someone who enjoys tuning settings, not for someone who wants to set a code and forget it. If that sounds like you, the Veise KS01C is simpler; if you want app control without the premium LOCKSTAR price, the YR01 is worth a look.