{"id":4085,"date":"2023-07-07T17:50:00","date_gmt":"2023-07-07T17:50:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hitspanda.com\/?p=4085"},"modified":"2023-07-07T17:50:02","modified_gmt":"2023-07-07T17:50:02","slug":"important-things-to-consider-before-buying-smart-locks","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hitspanda.com\/important-things-to-consider-before-buying-smart-locks\/","title":{"rendered":"Important Things to Consider Before Buying Smart Locks"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
Smart homes and home security intersect with devices that combine principles of both. Take the smart lock. It is a home automation device in the sense that it can be controlled remotely and without the need for analog keys. But it is a security device in that it offers the same reliable protection as a standard deadbolt lock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Needless to say that smart locks differ from one make and model to the next. They are not all the same. They come at a variety of price points, as well. So the big question for homeowners is what they want to accomplish by installing smart locks. Answer that question and you will be well on your way to figuring out the best make and model for your situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here are some important things to consider before buying smart locks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
First up is your plan for home automation in general. Will smart locks be your first entry into the space? And if not, what other home automation devices do you currently own? The reason for considering this lies in building a complete home automation system in which all devices are compatible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Having a complete, fully integrated system that covers everything from lighting to temperature control and home security requires compatibility among each and every device. That is not a problem if you start with an out-of-the-box system from a company like Vivint Smart Home, followed by purchasing all future devices through the same provider. It can be a problem if you choose to build your system piecemeal.<\/p>\n\n\n\n