Smart locks

[Nick3564]

Hi there, I’m looking to purchase smart locks to make everything automatic what’s the best locks which will also integrate with a channel manger I’ve heard simpled locks are the best. I’m based in the uk 

[Jeffrey726 · Accepted solution]

Hi @Nick3564, 

I use Yale smart locks (Assure Lock 2) I love them and I have them on my personal house as well. They are not the cheapest option. The schlage encode is a popular option as well. 

Both integrate nicely with channel managers and AirBnB.  If you have a preferred manger you may want to start with them as they likely have a list of integration partners. Airbnb for example are https://www.airbnb.com/connect-your-lock?section=compatibility 

[Karen114]

@Jeffrey726  Yes the Yale Assure locks are the best in my experience. In 15 years I have tried many and have been using the Yale Locks over 8 listings. 
I do not get the touch pad backlit.  I use the ones with buttons. They are easier to operate for the mature guests and have better battery life. 
Not sure if they can integrate with PMS. 
I use the Ezlo hub that integrates with the lock and add and delete my codes there. Very simple and straightforward. 

[Rebecca]

Thanks @Jeffrey726 and @Karen114  for sharing with @Nick3564. 

Nick, have you had a chance to read some of the replies? 

@Karen114 - I like that you thought about your guests and the ability to use the devices!

[Rebecca]

Welcome to the Community Center @Nick3564. Thanks so much for asking this here. 

I'd like to invite some hosts who have spoken about smart locks in some other threads: 

@Anika191 - I saw that you use a Schlage smart lock that integrates with Airbnb. I wondered if you could share your experience with Nick? 

@Evan1118 also uses a smart lock. Does yours integrate with a channel manager? 

@Dinesh87, @Karen114 and @Graham490 - I think you use smart locks too. Do you have any recommendations for Nick? 

[Evan1118]

I have not tried to integrate my smart lock with a channel manager.  I program the guests' codes manually through the lock's app. I find it pretty easy, but maybe I should step up my game?!

[Rebecca]

Thanks for coming back to me @Evan1118! @Jeffrey726  shared an article below with more info on integration and compatibility. 👇 

Do you think it would benefit you as a host to have a channel manager? You seem to have a great process already though 😊

[Jeffrey726]

@Rebecca Lock integration through Airbnb or channel manager is a time saver. The ability to set, program, and remove guest codes without your interaction lets you as a host focus on more important things. Even with one listing it is great to have and is an important part of your tech stack IMO

[Simon5420]

Hi @Rebecca ,

Please note that UK options are very different to US options.

I also would like to hear from UK hosts that have solutions that integrate with Airbnb bookings automatically.

Christopher has mentioned elsewhere that Nuki options were the only good solution in the UK for Airbnb integration but then someone from Malta said they had failed him....

[Stephen2037]

I am also a UK based Air Bnb host looking for a Smart lock which will sync with my Air BnB calendar, ideally without relying on a channel manager app 

Any news on Air BnB integrating with any particular lock brands in the UK ?

Thanks,

Stephen, London