When it comes to comparing smart locks to regular locks, it can be a bit like comparing apples to oranges. Some oranges are better than other oranges, and some apples are better than other apples, but by what criteria can you compare the two fruits to each other?
Traditional door locks can range from the inexpensive, poorly made, and easy to pick to the more sturdy, complex, and tamper-resistant. Some smart locks, as well, might be fairly easy to break into if they are poorly made and not sold through a reputable company.
A safe smart lock will have all of the built-in safety measures of a standard lock in addition to safety measures in place to prevent hacking.
The weakness of a well-built traditional lock often stems from the key – if someone is able to find where you hid the spare, or a key copy gets in the hands of someone you don’t want to have access to your home, then the lock doesn’t even need to be picked.
The bottom line: With a well-built smart lock, not only is it unlikely for anyone to get a hold of a spare key, but also standard lock picking techniques will fail, and electronic access through hacking becomes nearly impossible when two-factor authentication and 128-bit encryption are enabled.
Smart locks can add both convenience and safety to your home. This convenience and safety are greatly enhanced when your lock is integrated into a larger home security system.
Smart locks are just one of many smart devices you can have in your home. These devices can be controlled and monitored remotely, as well as automated either by setting a time for them to activate or by creating an automated program that initiates several of them at once.
If you are ready to get a smart door lock installed today and would like to connect it with your security system, the experts at ADT can help! Just reach out at 1-800-246-9320 and we’ll help you create the perfect home security solution for you and your family.
