With automatic locking and status notifications, the best smart locks do more than just quell anxiety. We’ve tested a range of the latest smart locks from the most trusted brands, including Schlage and Yale, to help sort out which is the best smart lock for you. Unlocking OptionsMany smart locks work directly with your phone or connect to your smart home assistants for easy locking and unlocking from a device. If you plan on using your smart locks on a rental property or Airbnb, locks with keypads are ideal. This means the smart lock comfortably integrates with whatever existing smart home hub tech you already have.