Comments on: Kwikset 92640-001 Contemporary Electronic Keypad Single

By: Brian Christie

Brian Christie — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 22:47:46 +0000

Prompt delivery, works well.

By: Danny

Danny — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 22:47:46 +0000

I was very excited when ordering this electronic lock. The reviews were amazing and it was about $30 cheaper than the major home improvement stores.As advertised, the instructions were very clear and installation was a breeze. I did need to make one adjustment to account for the smaller hole in my door. Subsequently, I needed to remove 2 tabs from the mounting plates. They give you simple step by step directions how to do this.After 20 minutes, I was thrilled to see everything working smoothly. The latch bolt extended and retracted successfully both when inserting the key and rotating the turnpiece.Now I was ready to load the batteries and program the lock. This is the point where things took a turn for the worst. As soon as I hooked up the power, the latch bolt wouldn’t fully retract anymore. It seemed to be jammed somehow. I fiddled with it for over an hour. I couldn’t figure out the problem. I assumed the lock was defective because it operated smoothly with the key. I knew it wasn’t a user code issue either because the latch bolt would extend to lock the door after entering the code. It just wouldn’t retract completely to unlock the door. It would just stop midway and jam up. I was so frustrated and disappointed. I was ready to give up and send it back!After watching several installation videos online, I learned an important thing about electronic deadbolts. Apparently, all components need to be perfectly aligned or it will misfire. I decided to give it one last shot. In desperation, I loosened the mounting plate and bumped the key cylinder and latch just a pinch towards the door edge. I re-tightened the mounting plate and hooked up the power. Success!!!I’m glad to report the lock is working perfectly! I deleted the default codes and created my own user code with ease.Some great features:1. You can program up to 6 different codes simultaneously( 4 – 10 digits). Every family member can have their own code.2. Enable/ disable auto lock feature automatically re-locks your door. It can be set between 10 and 99 seconds.I plan to buy another one for the back door. I anticipate this lock will provide years of reliability.

By: pk

pk — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 22:47:46 +0000

easy to install because of the good videos from kwikset. We have an office where we installed this as a second lock. Now, we can limit daytime user access based on who knows the code. In the evening we turn on the second lock.

By: Chris

Chris — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 22:47:45 +0000

Easy to Install. Easy to Program. Easy to Use.
I read some mixed reviews on this product that had me nervous about my purchase originally, but I experienced only positive results.I bought this for my parents house. They come and go a lot, and us kids stop by, etc. and I thought it would be a fun gift they would never think to buy but would love. I bought the product and it came 2 days later via Prime. The reviews I read were all pretty positive about the quality of the unit but were VERY mixed when it came to installation and programming. Some left paragraphs on how hard both were and you should set aside 3-hours to complete, and then other reviews were basically “Great! Super easy install.” So I had no idea if I would be able to figure this out, I’m not super handyâI’m tech savvy so I figured I could get the programming done easy but the install I wasn’t so sure about. But you know what? I’m in the “super easy install” group!âHardware InstallationâI installed this bad boy in roughly 30 minutes (I used a drill to screw and unscrew, so maybe add time if you’re doing that by hand) and this wasn’t a new door that had now deadbolt hole or anything. I was replacing a traditional deadbolt, basically unscrew everything from the old deadbolt, and then follow the directions to install this one. I knew taking the old one out would be easy, but installing the new one I wasn’t so sure about. The directions admittedly weren’t the greatest, but if you follow the steps (looking at the pictures as reference) and think about what you’re doing it’s pretty basic. Again, it took me under 30 minutes to install and I was talking to my parents about something while doing it.âProgrammingâNow this part was easy to me. At first it’s not obvious how it works, but after looking at the directions I realized it’s VERY easy to program. Simply follow the steps in the programming guide. It’s basically your programming code followed by “kwikset button” followed by the number associated with the task you want to perform, then “kwikset button” to start the task (i.e add an unlock code, change auto-lock time, etc.)âAfter a few daysâMy parents love it. They thought it was cool to begin with but after a week of use they find it to be super convenient and useful.The only thing I with it had was a separate button to illuminate the keys at night. If you press ‘Kwikset’ they turn on for .3 seconds and if you press a random number you have to then press ‘Kwikset’ to cancel out what your typing to start the actual code. Basically if it’s really dark you need to know where the first button is in your unlock code number so it illuminates, then you can see the rest. Otherwise it’s great.For the price this product is amazing. Super nice build quality and works as it says.

By: Vaughn & Dorothy

Vaughn & Dorothy — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 22:47:45 +0000

keyless entryâno more fumbling for keys
The Kwikset Contemporary Electronic Keypad Single Cylinder Deadbolt is an outstanding addition to any home security system. The sleek, modern design fits beautifully with contemporary decor while providing enhanced security features.Installation was straightforward, taking only about 30 minutes, thanks to the clear instructions provided. The keypad is intuitive, making it easy for family members to learn how to use it. I particularly love the convenience of keyless entryâno more fumbling for keys when my hands are full!The keypad is backlit, which is a great feature for nighttime use, and the numbers are responsive and easy to press. Additionally, the deadbolt mechanism feels solid and secure, giving me confidence that my home is well-protected.Battery life has been impressive so far, and the low-battery indicator is a helpful touch. Overall, the Kwikset Contemporary Electronic Keypad Deadbolt combines style, security, and convenience, making it a highly recommended choice for anyone looking to upgrade their home security!

By: Celina

Celina — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 22:47:45 +0000

Great when contractors have to use so you can program different numbers
These are easy to change the combo on when you have different guests and locks quickly itâs easy to assemble or put up and looks very clean and âsmartâ itâs moderately loud when locking and unlocking and doesnât have any issues closing quickly even when itâs cold.

By: A. Antonio

A. Antonio — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 22:47:45 +0000

Decent but Hasa Few Catches
I’ve installed five different models of kwickset keyless locks. This one was the worst. This one is also the cheapest, which makes me think they cut corners.The others I’ve installed were very easy. They had good instructions and were straight forward. The main issue with this one is the actual lock. You might be able to get one screw into it with no problems, but then it has the tendency to spin. Lining it up for the second screw and be very frustrating. The other ones I’ve installed held the lock in place, making it much easier to install.The other truly bizarre thing about the install, is where they have you grab a pair of pliers and snap off who metal tabs, that don’t want to snap off. For the life of me I can’t figure out why they have you do this, or why it doesn’t come done already.Once you have it installed, it’s a pretty good lock. I find that the push buttons are much more reliable than the touch screen versions. The other big benefit of this one, is that it’s not BT or have Wifi. You might want that, but it murders the battery life. BT isn’t too bad, but the wifi models burn through batteries like popcorn.This is much cheaper than the more advanced models, and it has much better battery life. That makes it a really good value.

By: Jim D Reimer

Jim D Reimer — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 22:47:45 +0000

Works great
We have been using this on our Airbnb for about 4-5 months now. No problems whatsoever. It came on time, as described. Instructions were easy to follow, & it was simple to install.

By: joel peters

joel peters — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 22:47:45 +0000

Best keyless entry lock on the market!
We first bought this keyless entry lock 2 1/2 years ago for our one rental. Since then we have bought the same exact keyless entry lock for our home, apartment building, a gift for a family member, and two other rentals. Hands-down, the best keyless entry around. It is reliable and extremely easy to install.

By: Amelia

Amelia — Tue, 04 Feb 2025 22:47:45 +0000

Easy to Install
I have never installed a door handle before and I’m not handy. Uninstalling my old keypad door lock and installing this new unit took less than 20 minutes. It was super easy! The keypad works great and has tons of functions. Highly recommend!