The Best Fingerprint Smart Locks (2026)
Unlock with a finger, no phone or code needed.
Our picks
Same retrofit lock, plus an outdoor keypad with a fingerprint reader.
A fingerprint deadbolt with built-in Wi-Fi at a budget price.
Yale's Assure Lock 2 Touch adds a fingerprint reader to a keypad deadbolt with Wi-Fi built in.
Tap your iPhone or Apple Watch to unlock, like a transit card.
Fingerprint locks are the easiest for kids and guests. We compared the Philips retrofit keypad, Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch and eufy C220, all with built-in Wi-Fi.
For this list we started from our main guide. We compared six popular Wi-Fi smart locks from Philips, August, Schlage, Yale and eufy on price, unlock methods and installation, and picked the right lock for each kind of door.
Philips 3000 Series Wi-Fi Retrofit Lock with Keypad
Same retrofit lock, plus an outdoor keypad with a fingerprint reader. Guests and kids can use a code, and you can add or remove codes remotely.
Why we like it
- Fingerprint and PIN
- Remote passcode management
- Retrofit install
Watch out for
- $40 more than the lock alone
- Unlock
- fingerprint, PIN, key, app
- Install
- retrofit
- Remote
- passcodes, logs, alerts
eufy Security Smart Lock C220
A fingerprint deadbolt with built-in Wi-Fi at a budget price. eufy rates the battery at about 8 months.
Why we like it
- Fingerprint at a low price
- Wi-Fi built in
- 8-month battery
Watch out for
- Full deadbolt install
- Unlock
- fingerprint, keypad, app, key
- Wi-Fi
- built in
- Battery
- up to 8 months (eufy's figure)
- Weather
- IP53
Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch with Wi-Fi
Yale's Assure Lock 2 Touch adds a fingerprint reader to a keypad deadbolt with Wi-Fi built in. A strong pick if you want everything in one unit on the outside of the door.
Why we like it
- Fingerprint + keypad
- Wi-Fi built in
- Trusted lock brand
Watch out for
- Full deadbolt install
- Usually costs more than the Philips keypad bundle
- Unlock
- fingerprint, keypad, app, key
- Wi-Fi
- built in
- Type
- full deadbolt
Schlage Encode Plus Smart Wi-Fi Deadbolt
Tap your iPhone or Apple Watch to unlock, like a transit card. Schlage's build quality is excellent, but it's a full deadbolt replacement and one of the priciest locks here.
Why we like it
- Apple Home Key tap to unlock
- Touchscreen keypad
- Schlage build quality
Watch out for
- Expensive
- Full deadbolt install
- Unlock
- Apple Home Key tap, keypad, app, key
- Wi-Fi
- built in
- Type
- full deadbolt
Philips 3000 Series Wi-Fi Retrofit Lock
The retrofit replaces only the inside half of your deadbolt, so your outside hardware and keys stay the same. That makes it the easiest install here and a good fit for renters. You get remote lock and unlock, shareable access and activity logs in the Philips Home Access app.
Why we like it
- Keeps your existing keys
- Easiest install
- Built-in Wi-Fi
- Half off list
Watch out for
- No keypad unless you get the keypad bundle
- Fits
- over your existing deadbolt (inside only)
- Unlock
- app, existing key
- Wi-Fi
- built in, no bridge
August Wi-Fi Smart Lock (4th Gen)
The best-known retrofit lock, small and well-made, with auto-unlock as you walk up. It does the same job as the Philips 3000 Retrofit, usually for a lot more money.
Why we like it
- Compact design
- Auto-unlock
- Works with Apple Home
Watch out for
- Usually costs more than the Philips retrofit
- Keypad sold separately
- Fits
- over your existing deadbolt (inside only)
- Unlock
- app, auto-unlock, key
- Wi-Fi
- built in
- Works with
- Alexa, Google, Apple Home
Compare them side by side
| Lock | Price | Unlock methods | Install |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philips 3000 + Keypad | $149.99 | Fingerprint, PIN, key, app | Inside + keypad |
| Philips 3000 Retrofit | $109.99 | App, key | Inside only |
| August Wi-Fi (4th Gen) | See Amazon | App, auto-unlock, key | Inside only |
| Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch | See Amazon | Fingerprint, keypad, app, key | Replace deadbolt |
| eufy C220 | See Amazon | Fingerprint, keypad, app, key | Replace deadbolt |
| Schlage Encode Plus | See Amazon | Phone tap, keypad, app, key | Replace deadbolt |
How to choose
Renting? A retrofit lock keeps your landlord's keys working and comes off cleanly when you move.
Who needs in? If kids, dog walkers or cleaners need access, get a keypad or fingerprint so they don't need the app.
Check your door. Measure your deadbolt and door thickness before buying a full replacement lock.
The bottom line
For most doors, the Philips 3000 Retrofit with Keypad at $149.99 is the one to get: fingerprint, PIN and app entry without changing your deadbolt. On a tight budget, the lock alone is $109.99. Want a fingerprint deadbolt instead? The eufy C220 is the budget pick and the Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch the premium one.
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How we pick
We compare the products people actually shop for on what matters in this category: value, unlock options, ease of install, features, design. Specs and prices come from each brand's own listing and can change, so check the seller's page before you buy. We haven't lab-tested these unless we say so. Brands can't pay to be on this list.