Nest x Yale Lock Review, Set up, Pros & Cons 

Review videos need to be more like this. He didn't give us his life story, moved pretty fast through the contents and feature while still covering everything. Concise without feeling rushed. When will you compare the nest camera & IQ?

I had this Yale Nest lock for at least a year. So many times I couldn’t get it to connect to Nest Connect. The last time it just wouldn’t connect, so I’m done with it. I bought the Yale Assure lock. It set up fairly easy although not on the first try, and so far after 2 months it’s not failed me. I especially like it opening the door when I arrive home. I hope to continue having good luck with this lock.

No toddlers were abandoned in the making of this video. Thanks for watching, everyone! If you have any questions, drop them below and we'll get a good discussion going. I realized later that the settings button on the lock can be used by first typing in the master code and press the settings button instead of the checkmark. Not sure why you would do that over using the app and why the voice prompt doesn't help with figuring this out.

The fact you’re wearing a skynet shirt while reviewing a smart lock...... the revolution has begun!

Loved the ending - what a good sport she was! I didn't expect to laugh while investigating locks. Also very informative, thank you so much!

Also at first I hated having to hit the check after code unlike the Schlage I had prior but I realized people cannot guess the length of your code this way. With the Schlage all codes had to be the same length and after you enters 4 numbers the lock would error out telling someone your code is 4 digits long. I know it is rare for someone to guess the code but still, now they have no idea if it is 4, 6, or 8 numbers long.

The ending was hilarious!!! Love it!!

Oh god, this review has everything. Excellent info on the product and great sense of humor at the end. I just subscribed, looking forward to more reviews!

Next X Yale works great. I have it for a month now. The motor is super quiet.

The settings button works if you do not have it set up on the Nest Application and are using the lock as a standalone lock.

I laughed out loud at the ending. That was awesome

Nice job! I've been thinking I should pick up one of these. Great review!

Really great video. Detailed, yet straight to the point.

Nice review video..it’s 3 years old but I’m going to use this video to install it tomorrow!!! Thanks bro!!

The check is a security feature. If your code is a subset of someone else's code it would unlock early under the other identity.

Thank you for showing the privacy feature, couldn't figure that one out

I was honestly asking myself if this awesome lock would be suitable for my location (arizona) and was surprised when you answered just that. Thank you! I will be purchasing this because of your awesome review video 👍🏼

It talks to you?! 🤯 wow excellent video. Thanks so much! I think I’ll survive with the check mark “con” haha

Excellent review. First time watching one of your videos and it hit all of the key points and even answered all of my questions. Great job. You have a new subscriber my friend.

I had Geek Squad install my lock after Purchased. I worked fine but when the tech left, is when I began to have problems with the lock. It would not lock at times, and I got warnings that the communication between the lock and the WiFi hub. The two was only 4 ft apart, so that was a mistry. At times it would push the Plunger in all the way without any resistance, but other times it would have difficulty pushing it in all the way. I think that if there is the least bit of alignment with your door….you will have a problem with this Lock! Still I would recomend it, it’s a great item when it’s working correctly.

Great video. I wish it had keypad key scramble. Guess I have to pass on this. Thanks for the great video.

The settings icon is for enabling disabling other hidden features like Setup mode activation

Good lock, nice review. Only thing that could make this better is a key hole

You may want to consider doing a video on how to get this thing connected to Nest. It took many attempts and a little black magic to finally get it to connect him and asked. I had to reset the master code and now after many many many attempts, it will not connect to Nest. Unless you are an IT guy, or nerd, you may not want to consider this product. Beware of comments like, “this is simple”

Thanks for the review. Question. Does it let you know if there was a failed pass code attempt? Is there character limit to the code you set?

This is the best video about Nest Lock. Super complete and well explained. Thank you

Great review. Thank you for the in depth review. I have considered purchasing this home automation device for some time now

The ending is too funny.

It is now connected to Google Home. You can lock it by voice, but not unlock it. They say it is a security issue to enable the unlocking.

Last 5 seconds are gold

Outstanding instructional video

As far as security it does no make your door more secure just adds convenience. For the same amount you can get a good Schlage high security deadbolt.

Good review, but i had to hit the like button just because of the ending.

This is GREAT! Deff changing my lock thank you!!

really looks easy to break into

This is a great video, but oh my god do I hate this lock. It’s the least reliable smart home thing in our house. Google is a software company that doesn’t understand that some hardware products just need to work all the time. But still a great video!

Such an informative video! Great job!

jiust get it a lot cheaper on ratedgadgets

Awesome review man! Keep them coming!

Just an FYI, I installed this lock in May of 2018. It works as advertised however it frequently loses connection with the nest connect and it requires a reset of the connect device and a reset of the lock as well. Although a reset fixes the disconnect it happens too frequently and resetting the lock requires disassembly of the door lock to access the reset button. Since May I have had to reset this device no less than three times. That is three disassembly's of the lock and it is not trivial.

Thanks you solved a problem for me. Door frame hole wasnt deep enough. Thats why it kept saying lock is stuck.

Please advise recommendation for the keyed lock underneath the Nest X Yale. I want to prevent guests from locking themselves out and defaulting to a key. Thanks, good video. Keep them simple.

great review! so helpful!!! why can't all review videos be like this! do you have reviews on other smart locks for the front door?

This lock has been out for some time now, and with pending, Home app updates, is there a newer version coming?

I think it’s weird I can see the deadbolt from the outside your house. The lock is nice looking. I have the Schlage zwave lock which I’ve enjoyed for about 3-4 years now. Using it with smartthings.

Such an appropriate shirt to discuss a networked locking system for the sake of our security! :D :D Alrighty, one question, can you label the lock so we can have multiple for the house, where the app can differentiate between what lock and who is accessing it? Thanks

One other feature it has is an auto lock which can be set 10 seconds, 1 minute or 5 minutes. Great if your kids had forgotten to lock it after coming home late.

I'm trying to understand all of these smart home locks. Why is a hub (Next Connect or Nest Guard) required instead of just using the wifi which is already in the house?

I have roommates that cant remember to lock the front door. Can I have the lock programmed that once the door is closed it autolocks?

All is correct IF, and it is a BIG IF! If the door is perfect in every way. Perfect bolt hole...good luck with that. Perfect lock hole (the big one) good luck with that, too. Be sure you have the tools and know how to make everything fit perfectly or this thing will just jam and you will have a really bad day. This is especially a problem if you are installing on a really old door on a house built 1970s or even earlier. Specs have changed.

YEAH. ABOUT THAT SKYNET T-SHIRT...

i got the security system. thermostat E. and outdoor camera. so very mcuh debating if this is necessary to have lol

It came in fifth position at Consumer Reports' smart lock test.

We had one of these in our AirBNB in NC

The screw that holds the backplate and the deadbolt and the part that goes outside the home does not align. How do I remedy this and what tool and procedure do I need?

cant wait for the yale 2

I believe you have to hit the check mark due to having variable length codes

I really learned from ur videos,I'm grateful.

I have a narrow glass panel beside the wooden door. Is there a way to disable the manual unlock from the inside. What is stopping an intruder braking the glass panel and unlocking the door?

Love to know if there is a setting to automatically unlock if a Nest Protect detects smoke.

so if there is any software issue with the lock you'll never be able to get into your house. Battery or not.. U should always have a manual key mode.

Your presentation was excellent - however, yesterday my surveillance camera Observe a person pulled out a Gizmo device black like a very thick cell phone put it Over my Nest Yale lock, and put the devise back in her coat pocket and stepped back For about 6 feet and with the Gizmo device in her pocket she press it twice - One for opening the lock And the other locking it. My camera recorded everything I reported this to police. I need to know if the lock can be disabled without Pulling out the batteries. Otherwise, the lock has a security issue and not safe to have.

You’re a cool dude! Great videos

I just built my brand new house and I installed the Yale door bell and it didn't work.. it kept saying it got jammed and that it was pushing the lock the other way and not locking and saying it was jammed.. so I threw it away... not a good product for me..

Reed, I Will Show the Message Prompts To you: *Hi from Yale and Nest, Press the Yale Logo to begin* [This message will play when you use the lock for the First time If it plays, The Button on the Inside will blink Blue at Once!] *Checking the lock...* [This will sound when it is checking the lock If the deadbolt retracts immediately, It will sound a warning tone and a prompt ] *The deadbolt is stuck, check your installation and try again* [This plays when the Deadbolt retracts Immediately and is not going in the door!] *Checking the lock...* Another tone will play if it checks the lock again! *Installation is complete and your lock is ready to be added to your Nest account* This will sound when the Installation is complete! *Please try again at another time* The lock will speak this prompt to you when you try to use the keypad with privacy mode enabled! *The battery is very low, Replace the battery soon* This plays when the lock's batteries are Low, If it's Low The lock will: Show a red low battery light Even on the Nest App, It will show the Low Battery Status, You will get a Notification when the Batteries are Low, If you wait too long, Another one will show if the batteries are critical!

Thank you for the informative video. Is the privacy setting able to be enabled remotely from the nest app, or do you have to be within the same WiFi network at home?

So it only does rhe deadbolt but what happens to lock on the door knob?

what happens if an intruder is at the door with some time and wants to try multiple combinations? Some shut down for 5 of 10 minutes making multiple attempts impractical.

Great review!! 👏👏👏

I just installed mine but the nest connect bluetooth wall adapter isn't showing that 6 digit code my nest app is asking for, how do I find it? THX

Great video! Do you know of a smart lock that has both a passcode and Bluetooth option? It would be great to give Bluetooth access to people that live in the house and a temporary passcode to guests.

Great review! Debating about getting this. I have a security door and not sure if I can install it on my security door.

Can the guest access be deleted? I have been trying to delete the guest access but I am not successful at all. Let me know if you have any helpful suggestions

Great review... thanks

Why keypad when finger print sensor is so much smaller

I’ve been seeing complaints about people’s batteries being drained quickly. Anyone else have that issue?

So after more than a year of use , what's your opinion on the lock so far ?.

I have that lock. I am selling my home and I want to give the new buyer certainty that I am not going to have any control over it. So, I understand I can remove the batteries to reset the lock but I am not sure if that's enough to lose control of the lock from the app we have installed. Your thoughts?

This is a really good review but there are parts where the background music is a bit too loud. But thank you for the video!

Do you know if there is a way to allow access to only one of your Yale locks and not all of them? For example, I have them on my front door and garage. When I issue a code it works for both doors. However, I only want it to work for the Front door and prevent people from going in the garage.

Hey i have the same lock but for some reason the setting icon on my door lock is missing! Is there a reason for that? And how to get that back on?

Could you get a notification if the door sensor is triggered while the lock is engaged? (someone broke in). Maybe using Hubitat or SmartThings?

Great review.

I can’t able to operate using mobile ... after resetting for passcode change... I face this problem ... can someone help....

I have three of these, and just started using Home Assistant. I haven't found a way to integrate them just yet. Any ideas?

If power went out, that means door cannot be opened from outside?

I'm just so uncomfortable with not having the option to use a physical key too. Also my door looks really bad with chrome colored locks. Need one in brass

Hello, when I try to connect to my hotspot a NA006 message pops up. I am 100% sure it is the right password and that my hotspot works on other devices. Any tips?

Does it notify you if the door is unlocked from the inside ? Example like if my son open the door, would I be able to know or get a notification that he open the door from the inside

Should add a hidden keyhole when battery dies

On the app I’m not getting lock are unlock also not giving me a way to set my code what can it be

I bought my Yale and I have a piece of mind. I didn’t get the nest, I’m to paranoid someone would be to hack. Someone has turned my home into their own shopping center.

Can I open the lock with my phone by talking to my Google Assistant? So without actually opening the Yale app?

Can I still purchase this lock with the nest connect but only not use the nest connect? I have an existing Google ecosystem in the house will it work without that nest connect in the box?

Can this lock be managed when you are away from the property? Can I add, or remove codes from wherever I am. OR do I have to be at or near the property

Great review !! If you have to decide between this lock and the August Smart Lock Pro? I am struggling on choosing :S

Looks great but will not be interested until it has Bluetooth and recognizes my cell phone walking up to it and unlocks or walking away from it and automatically locks. I'm sorry but we're just too advanced nowadays to not have this feature I'll wait until it becomes included on a newer model but thanks anyway

Awsome review mate

Can you have multiple locks on your nest account e.g. Front door, side door and use the same passcode for each person?

Does the lock needs to connect to wifi to get the notification to the phone?