Help about smart lock

[Valbona8]

about smart lock and the way of check-in with lock-box as some of guest adviced me to a better check-in  which could help them be more independent...thanks

[Debra699]

I use Schlage smart lock. I am able to set up unique codes for each guest and I can manage it remotely. Just remember to change the batteries regularly. I would use a lockbox as a backup in the event the door code doesnt work.

Hope this helps!

Deb

[Bhumika]

Hi @Valbona8 , did you get a chance to have a look at @Debra699 's recommendation? 

Reading your post, I'm curious to know what's the current check-in process for your guest? It's so nice to read that you're taking your guest feedback into account and looking for solutions. 🌻

Smart locks have been a hot topic here in the community , so I wanted to share these related conversations, for you to explore : Check the conversations here .

I'm also inviting a few more experienced Hosts who had previously discussed about best smart locks if they can help us here : @Nur785 @Christine3142 @Dave-and-Deb0 @Margaret491 @Bronwyn100 😊

Host @Debra300 has also shared some tried and tested recommendations in a thread here. I wonder if she has a suitable advice for us! 

[Debra300]

@Bhumika,

At our Atlanta rentals, we have the same setup as @Debra699, a Schlage Encode smart and we assign the last 4 digits of the guest's phone number as the door code. The things that I like most are that it doesn't require a separate wifi gateway and the keypad is not separate from the lick.  These two features save on additional batteries and electricity   I prefer not to integrate our locks with Airbnb to maintain control of when (or if, in situations where guests haven't completed all of the booking  requirements). 

[Bhumika]

Thanks for sharing @Debra300 , I hope yours and @Debra699 's insights help @Valbona8 to select a suitable smartlock for their listing 🌻

[Valbona8]

Yes I've seen 3 types...and I'll choose...thanks

[Bhumika]

Do keep us posted @Valbona8 on which smart lock you eventually choose and the factors you consider in selecting it! It will help many Hosts referring to this discussion! 🌻 

Are you thinking of choosing a Schlage smart lock too? Or prefer any other brand?

[Valbona8 · Accepted solution]

https://www.amazon.com/Schlage-Deadbolt-BE489WB-CAM-619/dp/B07HX9GSJM  Yes..I chose Enschlage Code...with WiFi connection...was really a smart lock all functions in one...even battery more efficient...etc.

[Bhumika]

That's amazing @Valbona8 😍 ! Thanks so much for sharing it with us 🌻 

We look forward to your review with this lock and how guests interact with it 😉 Hope you'll keep us posted how it's useful in the long run 😃

[Valbona8]

😀🫠

[Bhumika]

Haha! I am not going to lie if I say I laughed seeing the melt emoji 😂 🫠 

Hope this new addition to the listing helps smoothen the check-in process for guests. All the best with everything @Valbona8 😊 

[Valbona8]

Thanks to you to Bhumika...