Nest x Yale with Connect

Sleek, elegant design ; Simple keypad and app-powered operation ; Responsive and reliable ; Works with Google Assistant

Large rear lock housing ; Awkward installation due to poor quality internals ; Fewer features than competitors

Having eagerly anticipated the fruits of the Nest x Yale partnership, the reality is that three years of development have resulted in a stylish and elegant lock that ultimately fails to live up to its billing. Pricier and bulkier than competitors but...

Well-designed ; Great app ; Easy to use

Expensive ; Not much smart home integration

The Nest x Yale smart lock is well-designed and easy to use, and we think it’s the best choice for those who like Nest’s ecosystem. If, however, you’re plugged in to another smart home ecosystem, another product may be better for you. The Nest x Yale...

Stylish design. Easy to install. Works with Nest Secure. Very quiet.

Doesn't work with IFTTT. No voice activation support.

The Nest X Yale Lock with Nest Connect is a solid choice for a smart door lock, especially if you've already outfitted your home with other Nest devices such as the Nest Secure security solution, the Nest Hello Doorbell, and one or more Nest Cam...

High-resolution video quality ; Tight integration with Google Assistant ; Pre-recorded voice prompts, so you don’t have to talk to anyone

No battery-powered option ; Limited functionality if you’re not paying for Nest Aware ; Automation is there, but limited

Combined, the Nest Hello and the Nest x Yale lock can bring your standard entryway into line with the rest of your smart home, while providing a sense of security to help you rest easy at night.

Integrates well with the Nest ecosystem ; All the expected features are front and center ; Sturdy hardware

Not terribly attractive, particularly inside the house ; Considerable trouble during setup ; Expensive, especially if you also need to buy a Nest Connect

Simple installation ; Integrates with other Nest devices

No support for Amazon Alexa or HomeKit

Those who have other Nest smart-home devices will find a lot to like in the Nest X Yale.

At $279.99, the Nest x Yale is a heavy investment. But the convenience of being able to unlock your phone without using a key can't be overstated, and the ability to assign temporary keys instead of handing out permanent physical ones is wonderful.

The is functional but not great. It is a worthwhile purchase if you've already invested in the ecosystem and want to be able to monitor your lock remotely. However, we did run into some issues with sharing access remotely, so it may not be a great...