Comparison

LOCKLY® vs Yale Access

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

LOCKLY®

Manage your older Lockly smart locks and safes. Remotely control access, generate temporary codes, and monitor activity logs. Integrates with voice assistants for convenient, hands-free operation.

Highlights
  • Remote lock/unlock
  • Offline Access Codes™
  • Activity log viewing
  • Voice assistant integration
  • Guided device setup
Features
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Legacy Support for Classic Lockly Devices​ This app supports earlier Lockly smart locks and smart safes. It’s the reliable companion for your existing devices.​ Remote Control – Lock or unlock doors remotely, check status and receive notifications.​ Share Access Easily – Create temporary or permanent Offline Access Codes™ and eKeys for family and visitors.​ View Activity Logs – Track who comes and goes with comprehensive entry history.​ Voice Assistant Integration – Compatible with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for hands‑free control.​ Simple Setup – Pair your Lockly devices quickly using the app’s guided steps.​ Have a Zeno Series, Lockly Styla or Secure Pro 2025 Edition? Unlock live video, facial recognition and Apple Home Key capabilities by downloading our new Lockly Home app—designed to bring you the next generation of smart‑access solutions.​ Note: Feature availability varies depending on your Lockly model; consult your product documentation for details.​ Subscription Plans: 1 lock subscription per month $2.00 / month / 1 Lock 2 lock subscription per month $4.00 / month / 2 Locks 3 lock subscription per month $6.00 / month / 3 Locks 4 lock subscription per month $8.00 / month / 4 Locks 5 lock subscription per month $10.00 / month / 5 Locks 1 lock subscription per year $19.00 / year / 1 Lock 2 lock subscription per year $38.00 / year / 2 Locks 3 lock subscription per year $57.00 / year / 3 Locks 4 lock subscription per year $76.00 / year / 4 Locks 5 lock subscription per year $95.00 / year / 5 Locks *The auto-renewal subscription service provides you with Lockly Tapcom's unlocking and audio/video call privileges.The subscription service provides you with unlimited storage. The auto-renewal date will be one month or one year from the subscription date (your choice). When the current subscription period ends, you will be automatically charged. After subscribing, you cannot cancel the current subscription within 24 hours before the auto-renewal date, until the next subscription period begins. You can change this setting by going to your "Account Settings. Terms of Use: https://lockly.com/pages/terms-of-use Privacy Policy: https://lockly.com/pages/privacy-policy

About

Yale Access

Control and secure your home with smart lock technology. Manage access for family and guests, receive activity alerts, and enjoy peace of mind knowing your property is protected. This app is compatible with specific Yale and August smart lock models in the US and Canada.

Highlights
  • Smart lock control
  • Home security management
  • Access for family and guests
  • Activity alerts
  • Peace of mind
  • Compatible with Yale and August locks
Features
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Yale locks using the Yale Access app are supported exclusively in the United States and Canada. Yale Access offers you everyday convenience and trusted security for your entire home through smart security solutions and the Yale Access app. We’re here to help you protect the things that matter the most. Peace of mind is only a tap away. This app is for products available in the U.S. and Canada only. Compatible products include: Yale Assure Locks - Yale Assure Lock with Wi-Fi (YRD2x6-WF1 , YRD2x6-CBA , YRD6x6-WF1 and YRD6x6-CBA) - Yale Assure Lever with Wi-Fi (YRL2x6-WF1 and YRL2x6-CBA) - Yale Assure Lock 2 - All Models (YRD4x0) - Yale Assure Lock for Andersen Doors with Wi-Fi Yale Smart Cabinet Lock Yale Smart Safe Yale Smart Delivery Box August Smart Locks August Smart Keypads Emtek EMPowered Smart Lock

Screenshots

LOCKLY®4 screens
Yale Access4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: Yale Access at none against LOCKLY®'s 11. Yale Access also leads on rating (4.9 vs 4.5) and ratings volume (75K vs 8K). LOCKLY®'s advantage is ads (none vs shown) and iOS requirement (13.4 vs 17.6.1). On price, review sentiment, monetization model and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. LOCKLY® sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $2.00 per month. Yale Access asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Yale Access holds the better App Store score, 4.9 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Yale Access has 75K ratings behind it against 8K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews complicate that: 47% of LOCKLY®'s written reviews are positive against 41% of Yale Access's, so the app with the better star average is not the one people write more warmly about.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

LOCKLY® ships an update monthly, Yale Access fortnightly. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 18, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard7 real differences · 4 level
LOCKLY® versus Yale Access: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterLOCKLY®Yale Access
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (8K ratings)4.9 (75K ratings) — better
Positive reviews47.4% of reviews — better41.1% of reviews
Number of ratings8K75K — better
Update frequencyMonthlyFortnightly — better
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
Best chart rank—#209 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, Apple Watch
Requires iOS13.4 — better17.6.1
Further details — not scored
Size207 MB305 MB
Age rating17+4+
DeveloperPIN GENIE LIMITEDAugust Home, Inc.

Customer experience

LOCKLY®

All ratings8,017 ratings
Positive86.9%
Neutral3.4%
Negative9.8%
Written reviews213 reviews
Positive47.4%
Neutral15.0%
Negative37.6%

Yale Access

All ratings74,600 ratings
Positive97.8%
Neutral1.0%
Negative1.2%
Written reviews477 reviews
Positive41.1%
Neutral10.5%
Negative48.4%

User reviews

LOCKLY®

From 8K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Fast and easy setup
  • 🔒 Robust security features
  • 👍 Convenient fingerprint access
  • 👍 Helpful customer support

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues with Wi-Fi and Bluetooth
  • 🔋 Short battery life
  • 👎 Unreliable app performance
  • 👎 Difficult to use interface

Yale Access

From 75K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Convenient keyless entry
  • 🔒 Secure lock with fingerprint scanner
  • 👍 Easy to set up and use
  • 👍 Great for short-term rentals
  • 👍 Responsive and reliable

Room to improve

  • 🐛 App crashes and bugs
  • 🔋 No battery level indicator
  • 🔒 Cannot remove self as guest on others' locks
  • 👎 Unreliable auto-lock/unlock feature
  • 👎 Poor customer support

Bugs and requests

LOCKLY®

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App frequently loses connection to the lock
  • Fingerprint reader not always responsive
  • Inconsistent behavior when manually locking/unlocking the door
  • Firmware updates causing issues

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for Apple HomeKit and other smart home integrations
  • Improve notification and log features
  • Allow multiple admin users for shared homes
  • Implement scheduling and automation options

Yale Access

Reported bugs

5 issues
  • App shows incorrect lock status
  • Issues with adding/deleting users
  • Connectivity problems between lock and app
  • Firmware updates causing functionality issues
  • Incompatibility with certain devices/networks

Requested features

5 requests
  • Add battery level indicator
  • Allow users to remove themselves as guests
  • Improve auto-lock/unlock functionality
  • Provide better integration with smart home platforms
  • Enhance app UI and UX

In-app purchases

11 purchases

LOCKLY®

Subscriptions11
  • 1 lock subscription per month$2.001 Month
  • 2 lock subscription per month$4.001 Month
  • 3 lock subscription per month$6.001 Month
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  • 4 lock subscription per month$8.001 Month
  • 5 lock subscription per month$10.001 Month
  • 1 lock subscription per year$19.001 Year
  • 2 lock subscription per year$38.001 Year
  • 3 lock subscription per year$57.001 Year
  • 4 lock subscription per year$76.001 Year
  • 5 lock subscription per year$95.001 Year
  • 5 locks subscription per year$119.991 Year
None

Yale Access

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is LOCKLY® free?
LOCKLY® is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Yale Access free?
Yale Access is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, LOCKLY® or Yale Access?
Yale Access is rated higher. LOCKLY® averages 4.5 out of 5 from 8K ratings, while Yale Access averages 4.9 from 75K ratings.
Do LOCKLY® or Yale Access have ads?
Yale Access shows ads; LOCKLY® does not.
Which is updated more often, LOCKLY® or Yale Access?
LOCKLY® ships an update monthly, and Yale Access fortnightly. Most recently, LOCKLY® was updated on October 17, 2026 and Yale Access on October 18, 2026.

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