Yale Assure Lock Deadbolt, Satin Nickel Digital Touchscreen Keypad with Z-Wave and Backup Key for Front or Back Entry Door, YRD226-ZW2-619

Yale Assure Lock with Z-Wave (YRD226-ZW2-619) – User Log Works with SmartThings
Our Schlage keypad deadbolt lock broke after 8yrs of service. I decided to replace it with the Yale Assure Z Wave smart lock to integrate it with our SmartThings (ST) hub.Installation was very easy. The only issue I ran into was the deadbolt mechanism did not operate smoothly when I first installed it. The installation diagram mentions you need to check that it moves freely at each step of the way and although I thought I followed the directions it was still sticking. It appears the deadbolt mechanism and the interior/exterior covers have very small tolerance so you need to constantly check for smooth operation while mating and fastening them through the deadbolt mechanism (it might help with an extra pair of hands).One thing I dislike is the included rectangular strike plate for the door frame. It would have been nice if Yale provided a plate with a lip.As for programming the lock, there are many reviews/comments saying this Z Wave lock does not show who unlocked the deadbolt in the ST app log. This is inaccurate. You can see who unlocked the deadbolt if you follow the directions below:1) Follow the directions that came with the lock including the step where you set your master entry code2) DO NOT create regular entry codes using the keypad. If you created entry codes from the lock’s keypad, ST history log will only show “Code 2” or “Code 3” as the one who unlocked the deadbolt. If you created codes using the keypad, you’ll have to do a factory reset and start over.3) Open the ST app on your phone (I’m using an iPhone app) and on the upper left corner of the screen, tap the three horizontal bars (menu bar)4) Select SmartApps5) Add the Smart Lock Guess Access widget by tapping on it6) Once the widget is added, you’ll see the widget on the main screen. Select the widget.7) In the upper left corner of the widget screen, select Lock Codes and then select Invite Guest8) Complete all three fields and save them for each account you are creating. The info provided in the “Who will be using this lock?” field is what will be shown in the log.9) You can click on ‘History’ in the upper right corner and you’ll see that each account has been created with a date/time stamp.10) Users can start using their entry codes immediately. However, their unlock history will not be logged. It seems it takes 4-6 hrs for the user log history to be activated in ST. After 4-6 hrs, when a user unlocks with their code, the history log will show the date/person/time of when the deadbolt unlocked.11) You can turn on notifications in the ST app and iPhone to notify you each time the deadbolt is unlocked.

Connectivity
The lock itself is very well constructed, solid, streamlined, and very attractive. Installation was a breeze, and everything went together perfectly, until…Connecting the lock to my Abode security hub has not gone well at all. I cannot count he innumerable number of attempts I’ve made to get this thing integrated into the system so that I can control it remotely via my phone. it came with no instructions, everything must be found on your own online, which means you better know exactly what you’re looking for, and how to find it.Following both the locks instructions on pairing (which is brief) AND Abodes instructions it seemed pretty straight forward, but still has not worked after two weeks of trying. Upon reaching out to both Abode and Yale, they each directed me back to the other for possible resolution. I believe I may have a faulty Z-Wave module that came with the lock, so I will be reaching out to Yale or the seller about that.Being a techie myself, ironically I am not a fan of all of this connectivity. It seems to cause more problems than it claims to solve, and you spend more time working to debug, repair, reboot, reset, troubleshoot, and being on the web/phone with tech support, etc than you do actually using any of it for the “convenience” it’s all supposed to provide. Quality customer service is a toss of the dice, and everyone nowadays is pretty much expected to be a low level programmer to use any of it.I will update my review once progress has, or has not been made.Update: Abode finally admitted the lock was incompatible with thier system although it was listed on thier own website as being compatible (and why I bought it). After A LOT of angry squeaky wheeling, I was able to return the lock and get a refund. It should not have been so difficult or taken so long to do so regardless.

I have been using this lock for almost 2 years now.It is on the main door of the house so it is used many times a day.The first time I had to change the batteries was after about 22 months of use.Being Z-wave I have been able to integrate it in to my home automation setup and it works well, but I like that it will also work in its own without joining the z-wave network.Recently we had temperatures in the 40 degrees Celsius range and this lock is on a south facing wall that has no shade or protection from the sun. It performed perfectly without issue.In the direct sun it is a bit hard to see the blue numbers on the keypad but you can still see them. You just have to hold your hand up to shade the number pad.If I had more doors where I could use these locks, I would buy one for each door.You need a door that is ONLY locked by a deadbolt. If you have a deadbolt AND a door handle lock, then you will have to leave the door handle unlocked to get much use out of this in any sort of home automation setup.I like that I can unlock my door to let people in no matter where I am (at work for example) and the lock it again when they leave. Family can drop off or pick stuff up without having to leave the items outside.Good quality hardware and motor. The finish on it is really nice. Blends in with my other hardware well.After two years of daily use, the lock still looks brand new. No ware and tear that I can see.I could go on, but you get the idea.

I’ve had this a few years. It’s awful. I have tried to like it as they are expensive. The deadbolt always goes into the locked position when you walk by the door causing it to bang into your door casing. It won’t actually lock however when you want it too easily. The screen is very difficult to turn on to key in your pin. It’s also very evident because of the touch screen what 4 numbers get pushed for the pin. I have used a lot of similar locks. This one is an awful experience and very frustrating.