Aqara Smart Lock U100
The standalone US U100 offers keypad, fingerprint and compatible Apple home-key entry.
Best for: Choosing several local entry methods on the specified US lock.
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Aqara Smart Lock U100 vs Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi
Compare Aqara Smart Lock U100 vs Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi for locks and guest entry. Check the exact lock model, how to get in if it fails, and any extra device or paid plan you need.
Overview
Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi
Standard Assure Lock 2 offers keyed and key-free models with different backup entry methods.
Best for: Choosing a standard lock with the backup entry method you need.
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| What matters to you |  Aqara Smart Lock U100Smart access | Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-FiSmart access |
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| Score | STRCompare scoring | STRCompare scoring |
| Properties | Count the devices you need, not just properties. Check whether your account qualifies and get an exact quote. | Count the devices you need, not just properties. Check whether your account qualifies and get an exact quote. |
| Overview | Consider U100 if you want local entry by keypad, fingerprint or compatible Apple home key. This profile covers the US Gray standalone SDL-D01 U100. It is not a kit. To manage Aqara Home passwords from a distance, buy a compatible Aqara Zigbee 3.0 hub separately. The lock price is only part of that setup. | This profile covers Standard Assure Lock 2 sold for US/Canada use. Keyed YRD410/420 and key-free YRD430/450 have different backup entry methods. Remote control needs a compatible Wi-Fi module or Connect Bridge. Bluetooth-only use needs you nearby. Touch fingerprint and Plus Apple Home Key features are in separate models. The temporary-code notice below matters for automatic guest entry. |
| Plans and add-ons | Standalone U100 · add-on One Gray/Silver U100 lock. A supported remote hub, NFC accessory, taxes and installation cost extra. Compatible Aqara remote hub · add-on Remote Aqara Home password management needs a supported hub. Its exact price is unknown. | Standard touchscreen Wi-Fi · add-on We could not confirm the price for the chosen lock and options on the official product page. An earlier selection showed $279.99, but it does not match the listed model. Check your selection and checkout price. Touch and Plus are separate models. |
| Price and how you pay | Standalone U100: USD 189.99/lockPrice per hardware item Plan prices and conditionsStandalone U100: USD 189.99/lock Price per hardware item One Gray/Silver U100 lock. A supported remote hub, NFC accessory, taxes and installation cost extra. This price covers one device, managed door or service unit. Your required quantity and total cost are not confirmed. Standalone U100: Standalone U100: USD 189.99/lock Price per hardware item One Gray/Silver U100 lock. A supported remote hub, NFC accessory, taxes and installation cost extra. This price covers one device, managed door or service unit. Your required quantity and total cost are not confirmed. Compatible Aqara remote hub: Price not confirmed Remote Aqara Home password management needs a supported hub. Its exact price is unknown. We do not know how many locks or doors you need, or the exact price. Property count alone does not tell us how many devices to include. | Standard touchscreen Wi-Fi: Price not confirmed Plan prices and conditionsStandard touchscreen Wi-Fi: Price not confirmed We could not confirm the price for the chosen lock and options on the official product page. An earlier selection showed $279.99, but it does not match the listed model. Check your selection and checkout price. Touch and Plus are separate models. We do not know how many locks or doors you need, or the exact price. Property count alone does not tell us how many devices to include. Standard touchscreen Wi-Fi: Price not confirmed We could not confirm the price for the chosen lock and options on the official product page. An earlier selection showed $279.99, but it does not match the listed model. Check your selection and checkout price. Touch and Plus are separate models. We do not know how many locks or doors you need, or the exact price. Property count alone does not tell us how many devices to include. |
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| 01 / Guest access | ||
| Product type Choose locks, software to control entry or a managed service. | Available U100 replaces a US deadbolt. This is the lock alone, without a hub kit. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| Available Standard Assure Lock 2 Wi-Fi deadbolt with touchscreen. Touch and Plus are separate models. Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup
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| Scheduled access codes Create entry codes for the dates of each stay. | With conditions Create temporary and one-time passwords. Remote setup needs an Aqara Zigbee hub. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| With conditions Share guest codes in Yale Access for set times or repeated visits. Yale advertises unlimited code sharing. Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup
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| Remote management Internet, a bridge device or a plan needed for control from afar. | With conditions To manage passwords remotely in Aqara Home, buy a compatible Aqara Zigbee 3.0 hub separately. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| With conditions Remote access needs a compatible Wi-Fi module or bridge. The selected Wi-Fi model lists built-in Wi-Fi. Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup
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| Offline access Ways to get in when the connection is down. | With conditions Generate one-time passwords locally. Fingerprints and PINs also work at the lock. The lock needs power. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| With conditions With a qualifying built-in Airbnb link, saved guest codes still start and expire offline. The lock must have power and work. Backup codes last until removed. If the lock is offline, remove them by hand after checkout. Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup
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| Access methods Keypad, app, physical key and other documented methods. | With conditions Use a PIN, up to 50 fingerprints, Apple home key or a mechanical key. NFC cards are sold separately. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| With conditions Use the keypad, Yale Access app, Auto-Unlock or a compatible smart-home system. Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup
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| Access logs Entry logs and the requirements for using them. | Check this for your exact device and account. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit) | With conditions Track entry in Yale Access. Check the connection needed. Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup
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| Backup entry Backup options if power or the connection fails. | With conditions Use a mechanical key or supply emergency power through USB-C. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| With conditions The key-free model uses a 9V battery for emergency power. Models with a keyhole have a physical key. Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup
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| 02 / Installation and connections | ||
| Lock compatibility Supported locks or required door hardware. | Check this for your exact device and account. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit) | Check this for your exact device and account. Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup |
| Door requirements Lock size and rules for fitting it to your door. | With conditions 35–55mm door thickness, 60/70mm backset, 2–10mm door gap Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| Check this for your exact device and account. Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup |
| Connectivity Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, hubs and anything else you need. | With conditions Bluetooth 5.0, Zigbee 3.0 and NFC; not native Wi-Fi or Thread Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| With conditions Bluetooth is listed. Assure Lock 2 Wi-Fi Smart Module supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz. This needs module firmware 1.0.32+ and Yale Access app 24.25.0+. The 5GHz support does not include Connect Bridge or Bluetooth/Zigbee/Z-Wave modules. Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup
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| PMS connections Create codes from bookings. Check connections and fees. | Check this for your exact device and account. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit) | With conditions The built-in Airbnb connection is for eligible US and Canadian listings and devices. Other property-software connections are separate services. Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup
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| Smart-home connections Supported home platforms and required accessories. | With conditions Works with Apple Home, Alexa, Google Home and IFTTT. You need the right setup and hub. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| With conditions Works with Alexa, Google Home and Apple Home/Siri. Apple remote access needs a compatible home hub. Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup
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| Battery and power Battery type and other power needs. | With conditions Uses four AA batteries. The claimed life of up to eight months assumes eight fingerprint unlocks a day. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| With conditions Four AA batteries are included. How often you replace them depends on use and the network. Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup
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| API access What other software can control and who gets access. | Check this for your exact device and account. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit) | Check this for your exact device and account. Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup |
| 03 / Eligibility and costs | ||
| Property limits Check account limits and how many devices you need. | Count the devices you need, not just properties. Check whether your account qualifies and get an exact quote. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| Count the devices you need, not just properties. Check whether your account qualifies and get an exact quote. Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup
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| Plans and add-ons Check the device model and software plan rules. | With conditions Gray or Silver U100 lock. Buy a compatible hub separately for remote access. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| With conditions Choose a keyed or key-free model, with a keypad or touchscreen. Check the exact model and module. Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup
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| Hardware cost Price for one device, not a total for all your properties. | With conditions The US store lists the lock alone at USD 189.99. The hub and installation cost separately. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| Check this for your exact device and account. Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup |
| Additional fees Plans per device, bridge devices and fitting costs. | With conditions The lock-only offer does not include the hub needed for remote access or an NFC card. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| Check this for your exact device and account. Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup |
Compare locks and guest-entry tools — Aqara Smart Lock U100 vs Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi
Start at the door. Check whether the lock fits, how guests enter and what happens if power or internet fails. Then check remote control and booking links. A lock, a hub and access software can be separate purchases. Confirm the full setup before relying on automatic guest codes.
Aqara Smart Lock U100: what to consider
Check the model and hub you need. To manage Aqara Home passwords from afar, buy a supported Aqara Zigbee hub separately. The lock price alone does not cover that setup. Read the Aqara Smart Lock U100 profile for its plans and requirements.
Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi: what to consider
Check the keyed or key-free model. Remote control needs a supported Wi-Fi module or Connect Bridge. Bluetooth alone works nearby. Read the temporary-code notice in the table before planning guest entry. Read the Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi profile for its plans and requirements.
Explore all smart access options, how to choose a lock for a US rental, how to plan automatic guest access codes to continue your shortlist.
Common questions
What should I check before choosing between Aqara Smart Lock U100 and Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi?
Start with the exact door and lock model. Check the keypad, bridge or hub needed for your chosen booking connection. Decide which system should create and remove guest codes. A compatible brand name alone does not confirm that the full setup will work.
How should I plan backup entry with Aqara Smart Lock U100 and Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi?
Check how the exact model lets guests in if the main method fails. Test the guest steps before arrival and arrange local help. A code may work offline but still need an internet link for you to change or remove it.
What backup options does Aqara Smart Lock U100 offer for a flat battery?
Aqara lists a physical key and a USB-C port for backup power. Plan how a guest can reach the backup before the battery runs flat. These methods do not promise entry if there is another fault.
Which Yale Assure Lock 2 setup does Airbnb support directly?
Airbnb lists Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi, including the Wi-Fi Touch and Plus models. It allows built-in Wi-Fi or a Connect Wi-Fi Bridge. The listing must be in the US or Canada and meet Airbnb’s other rules. Bluetooth alone is not the same setup.