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The humble smart lock is often overlooked when people are setting up their new smart home, but that's a mistake. They can improve security and make it more convenient when you enter and leave your home -- and they're downright cool, too. Unfortunately, they can be expensive. Thankfully, Best Buy has slashed the price of a Level Lock Plus all the way down to just $230. That's a big $99 of savings from its usual asking price of $329 so quite a discount. The catch? You'll need to be a My Best Buy Plus subscriber to get the best price possible. We can't vouch for how long this deal is going to last though, so make sure to order your new Level Lock Plus smart lock before it's too late.
Level's locks aim for quality more than affordability, with an ANSI rating of 156.40 and temperature resistance to provide maximum durability. It's rated to last for 136 years with average use. The brand also offers a variety of finishes and additional lever designs to find your door's best look. But those high-end features can be costly, so we're glad to see this Level Lock drop to less than $300. If you're looking for more ways to smarten up your home, check out the top deals on smart home gadgets happening right now.
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The most attractive thing about the Level's Lock Plus? It doesn't look like a smart lock. There's no awkward-shaped retrofit or backside bulk holding a Wi-Fi connection. Instead, it looks exactly like a normal mortal deadbolt with a compact, even minimalist design that no one would guess hides smart tech along with a well-concealed, replaceable CR2 battery.
The Lock Plus has options for app, pass, card and key entry.
LevelIn addition to Alexa and Google Home support, you can manage locking via the Level app or just swipe your phone close or use the keypad to unlock at will. Plus, you can create passes for others or even buy physical NFC passes for people to use, so you still have plenty of options. You can also create and manage Apple Home Keys, another kind of digital pass that's particularly easy to use with an Apple Watch or iPhone. On top of all that, a physical key will still work.
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