I don’t write reviews often, but after installing and using this lock I am thoroughly impressed and feel this warrants a review. For starters I was looking at locks from Kwikset and August, but they were extremely bulky with no style. It was also apparent with those that it was a smart lock which can be a security concern as an easy lock to pick. Coming across Level, it was the sleekest design out there and looked exactly like a traditional/non-smart lock.
Here’s a few pros and cons
Pros:
- Sleek and discrete, it looks good
- Super easy installation
- Super easy app setup as well
- Integrates with Apple home (as long as you have an iPad or Apple TV, you can use that as your home hub)
- Touch feature to lock is awesome
- Distinct noise for opening/closing
- Can be used with Apple shortcuts as long as it’s set up with Apple home
- App is very intuitive and simple, I actually rarely use it since everything is done though Apple home
Cons:
- The Touch Unlock that uses location services is useless since it needs to access your location 24/7 and I couldn’t really get it to work
- To work with Alexa you need a sidewalk device
Overall I’m extremely impressed with this lock, it came with 2 physical keys but after a few weeks I don’t even use it. When leaving I simply hold my finger on the lock and I know it’s locked after the chime (as well as a phone notification), when getting home I simply take out my phone walking up to my door and use my Apple shortcut to unlock it. The cons are not really cons, as the touch to unlock feature is cool in theory but probably easier to just unlock using your phone anyway.
Long story short if you want a sleek/low profile smart lock that is easy to use and install, I’d highly recommend this.
| Brand | Level Home Inc. |
|---|---|
| Special Feature | Level locks are engineered to meet ANSI standard strike plate dimensions. If your current strike plate cutout height measures 2 ¼", be sure to add a Level Lock Short Strike Plate to your cart. This item is sold separately. |
| Lock Type | Deadbolt |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 4.5 x 2.75 x 2.75 inches |
| Material | Stainless Steel, Metal |
| Style | Lock |
| Color | Matte Black |
| Finish Type | Matte Black |
| Included Components | Level Lock, Strike plate, CR2 battery, 2 Keys, 2 Key cards, 6 Screws |
| Controller Type | Apple HomeKit, IOS, Android |
| Shape | Round |
| Item Weight | 2.39 Pounds |
| Control Method | App |
| Manufacturer | Level Home Inc. |
| Part Number | C-L14U |
| Item Weight | 2.39 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 4.5 x 2.75 x 2.75 inches |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Item model number | C-L14U |
| Batteries | 1 CR2 batteries required. (included) |
| Size | Level Touch |
| Finish | Matte Black |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Special Features | Level locks are engineered to meet ANSI standard strike plate dimensions. If your current strike plate cutout height measures 2 ¼", be sure to add a Level Lock Short Strike Plate to your cart. This item is sold separately. |
| Batteries Included? | Yes |
| Batteries Required? | Yes |
| Battery Cell Type | Lithium Manganese Dioxide |
