Our picks for the best Matter-compatible smart locks, for Apple Home, Google Home, Alexa, and SmartThings. Check each lock's page for its certificate status.
See also: Best Matter Smart Locks 2026: Match the Lock to Your Door, our newer guide that matches each lock to your door and the equipment it needs.
Published February 2026 · Updated October 2026 · 6 source-based picks from manufacturer and certification information. We have not performed hands-on testing.
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A Matter smart lock can be added to Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa or SmartThings through Matter, with your platform’s Matter controller. A lock that uses Thread also needs a Thread border router, which a supported smart speaker, display or hub often provides.
Of the 60 Matter smart locks sold in the US in our catalog, 43 list Thread and 9 list Wi-Fi, and 56 have a CSA Matter certificate on file. Each lock’s page shows its certificate status.
Our top CSA-certified picks are the Yale Smart Lock with Matter (top pick), the Level Lock (Matter) (best design), the Aqara Smart Lock U200 (best retrofit), the Kwikset Halo Select (best budget) and the eufy FamiLock E35 (best biometric lock); the Thread picks also need a Thread border router.
Top pick · Yale
Yale Smart Lock with MatterBest value · Aqara
Aqara Smart Lock U100Best design · Level
Level Lock (Matter)Best retrofit · Aqara
Aqara Smart Lock U200Best budget · Kwikset
Kwikset Halo SelectBest biometric lock · eufy
eufy FamiLock E35Prices change often. Check the current price and the exact model at the retailer.
Yale
Yale's keypad deadbolt with Matter over Thread built in, so it needs no add-on module (the Assure Lock 2 reaches Matter only through a separate Yale Matter module), and it can join the major Matter platforms.
Amazon
Aqara
A fingerprint reader, Apple Home Key support, and Matter compatibility through a supported Aqara hub at a competitive price. Weatherproof design works on exterior doors.
Amazon
Level
Level builds this replacement deadbolt to sit inside the door, so there is no bulky smart unit on it. It joins Matter over Thread and also has Bluetooth.
Amazon
Aqara
A retrofit lock that mounts over your existing deadbolt on the inside of the door, so the outside keeps its key. Matter over Thread is built in, and this kit includes the fingerprint keypad.
Kwikset
Kwikset brings Matter to an affordable price point with their Halo Select line. SmartKey re-key technology lets you change keys in seconds.
Amazon
eufy
eufy's FamiLock E35 unlocks with palm-vein recognition and supports Matter at a mid-range price. eufy says biometric data is stored locally on the lock.
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Thread-based locks (Level, Yale, Aqara U200) offer better battery life and faster response. Wi-Fi locks connect directly to your router but drain batteries faster; Kwikset's Halo Select uses Wi-Fi for its own app and Thread for Matter. Thread is the better choice for most users.
All Matter locks work across ecosystems, but some offer extras — Apple Home Key (tap your iPhone/Watch to unlock), Google Home routines, or Alexa routines. Check which ecosystem perks matter to you.
Look for ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 or Grade 2 certification. The smart features don't matter if the physical lock is weak. Check the grade for the exact model on the manufacturer's specification sheet.
Most Matter smart locks run on AA or CR2 batteries lasting 6–12 months. Thread locks generally last longer. Some (like the Aqara U200) offer rechargeable batteries via USB-C.
A Matter smart lock is a door lock that supports the Matter smart home protocol, ensuring it works across Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and Samsung SmartThings without needing separate hubs or bridges for each ecosystem.
Yes. Matter is natively supported by Apple Home (HomeKit), so any smart lock that supports Matter will work with your iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and HomePod. Some locks also support Apple Home Key for tap-to-unlock with your Apple Watch or iPhone.
Matter smart locks use end-to-end encryption, and a lock must pass the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) security testing before receiving Matter certification; each lock's page shows whether we found its certificate. The physical lock mechanism security (ANSI/BHMA grade) is separate from the smart features.
You need a Matter controller, such as a smart speaker, display or streaming box you may already own. Beyond that, it depends on the connectivity. Wi-Fi Matter locks connect directly to your router. Thread-based Matter locks also need a Thread border router — HomePod mini, Apple TV 4K (2nd gen, or 3rd gen Wi-Fi + Ethernet), Google Nest Hub (2nd gen), or a compatible device acts as this automatically.
Thread Matter locks use less power (better battery life), create a mesh network for better range, and respond faster. Wi-Fi Matter locks connect directly to your router but typically drain batteries faster. Thread is generally preferred for locks.
Our full catalog lists smart locks that support Matter — from budget picks to premium options.
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