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Yale Keyless Connected Lock review

By Tom Calder

Our verdict · Researched
3.8 / 5

The cheapest lock in this line-up, and the 9V backup override is a sensible touch, but it's genuinely an accessory — you supply your own nightlatch, and the insurance-relevant rating rests entirely on that separate purchase, not this unit.

Best for
Budget buyers who already have, or are happy to separately buy, a 60mm-backset nightlatch and just want PIN-code entry added.
Skip it if
You want a single product that is itself the door lock
Current price
£71.50
Last checked 4 November 2026
In stock
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Researched, not used. We haven't used this product. This review is built from the maker's specifications, owner reports and our own sizing.

What we like

  • Lowest price point in this comparison
  • 9V backup battery connection if the main 4 x AA batteries fail
  • Touchscreen PIN plus Key Tag/Fob options for household members

Worth knowing

  • The nightlatch is sold separately, so you're buying an accessory, not a complete lock
  • No BS3621 or insurance-approval claim of its own, so the paired nightlatch's certification is what matters to your insurer
  • Price varies notably by finish, so check the one you want

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Who shouldn't buy this

Skip this if you want a single product that is itself the door lock; you'll need to source and fit a compatible 60mm-backset nightlatch separately.

Key specs

TypeAdd-on for an existing nightlatch (not included)
Access methodsTouchscreen PIN code entry, plus Key Tag and Key Fob options.
Battery life4× AA, plus 9V emergency backup override
InsuranceNo BS3621 claim — your nightlatch's own rating applies
How this review works

This is a Researched review: we haven't used this product. We check every specification against at least two independent sources, re-check the UK price on a schedule where we can track it automatically, and say plainly who it isn't for. Commissions never change a rating.

How we review →Full methodology →

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