Smart Locks: warranties compared

12 brands. We read every warranty so you don't have to. Checked through October 2026.

The short version

11 of 12 brands cover smart locks in full for one year or less. The longest full coverage is 2 years, from Level Lock. 9 brands keep some parts covered after full coverage ends, and 7 keep something covered for life.

Every brand, side by side

Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
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#BrandWarranty ScoreFull and partial coveragePurchase5 yrs10 yrs+
1Baldwin45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Mechanical parts; Electronics
2DefiantCheck your model's manual45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Mechanical parts; Electronics
3Kwikset45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Mechanical parts; Electronics
4Schlage45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Mechanical parts and finish; Electronics
5Ultraloq45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Mechanical parts and finish; Electronics (U-Bolt, Bolt, UL3, Latch 5, UL300); Electronics (UL1, Bridge)
6Weiser45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Mechanical parts; Electronic components
7Yale45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Mechanical parts and finish; Mechanical parts (Edge Series); Electronics
8Level Lock32 / 100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
9August21 / 100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
10August / Yale21 / 100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
11eufy18 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 3 yearsPartial covers: Mechanical parts; Electronic parts
12LocklyVaries by model line13 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Mechanical parts and finish; Electronics

From each maker's published warranty. “Unverified” means we couldn't confirm the terms on the maker's own site. How we rate warranties

The fine print, decoded

What these warranties often leave out

  • Accidental breaks and misuse4 of 12 brands
  • Scratches, dents and looks4 of 12 brands
  • Batteries3 of 12 brands
  • Normal wear and tear2 of 12 brands
  • Stopping working from outside causes2 of 12 brands
  • Water damage2 of 12 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for smart locks.

  1. CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  2. Lowe'sMost items90 days
  3. The Home DepotMost items90 days
  4. WalmartMost items90 days
  5. CrutchfieldMost items60 days
  6. Ace HardwareMost items30 days
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  1. Do it BestMost items30 days
  2. Best BuyMost items15 days from delivery

From each store's published return policy, using its rule for smart locks where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.

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Questions shoppers ask

Which brand of smart locks has the best warranty?

On paper, Baldwin scores highest, with no full coverage but some parts covered to lifetime. Level Lock covers everything longest, at 2 years.

Is a long warranty on smart locks really that long?

Often not for the whole product. Many longer warranties cover only certain parts after the first year or two, and you usually pay for the labor. The bars above show full and partial coverage separately.

Do I need to register to get the warranty?

None of the 12 brands require registration for their basic coverage. Registering can still get you recall notices. Keep your receipt either way.

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