# LOCKLY® vs Yale Access

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.

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.

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.

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

## The numbers

| Metric | LOCKLY® | Yale Access |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | [4.5 (8K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockly/id1408331821/reviews) | **[4.9 (75K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yale-access/id1450980221/reviews)** |
| Number of ratings | 8K | **75K** |
| Positive reviews | **47.4% of reviews** | 41.1% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | Yes | **No** |
| Ads | **No** | Yes |
| Update frequency | Monthly | **Fortnightly** |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#209** |
| Size | 207 MB | 305 MB |
| Requires iOS | **13.4** | 17.6.1 |
| Devices | **iPhone, iPad, iPod** | iPhone, Apple Watch |
| Age rating | 17+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [PIN GENIE LIMITED](https://appshunter.io/developer/1118646944) | [August Home, Inc.](https://appshunter.io/developer/648730595) |

## What reviewers say

### LOCKLY®

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/lockly/id1408331821)

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:** macOS Compatibility

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| 1 lock subscription per month | $2.00 | per month |
| 2 lock subscription per month | $4.00 | per month |
| 3 lock subscription per month | $6.00 | per month |
| 4 lock subscription per month | $8.00 | per month |
| 5 lock subscription per month | $10.00 | per month |
| 1 lock subscription per year | $19.00 | per year |
| 2 lock subscription per year | $38.00 | per year |
| 3 lock subscription per year | $57.00 | per year |
| 4 lock subscription per year | $76.00 | per year |
| 5 lock subscription per year | $95.00 | per year |
| 5 locks subscription per year | $119.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/yale-access/id1450980221)

**Currently charting:** #209 Top Free · Utilities (US App Store)

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:** Apple Watch app, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

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

**What reviewers complain about**

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

**Reported bugs**

- 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**

- 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


## Frequently asked 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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*Compared by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/) from daily US App Store data. Review summaries are generated from verbatim App Store reviews.*