Here’s a table comparing each grade: The ANSI isn’t the only kid on the block certifying deadbolt locks. Underwriters Laboratories (UL) also certifies locks as “high-security locks” if ...

The deadbolts we’ve tested, both conventional and smart, are usually single-cylinder, operated using a key (or keypad and PIN) from outside or a thumb-turn from inside. The high-security locks ...

Medeco is really what makes this story interesting; unlike the EU, the US has very few high security lock manufacturers. You pretty much have to use Medeco and it’s found in many government ...

Most home centers carry Grade 1 deadbolts, such as Schlage’s Maximum Security Deadbolt, but you may have to hunt for them. Install a strike box. A strike box strengthens the deadbolt by ...

announced the U.S. debut of its Styla Designer Handlebar Deadbolt, and an entirely new series of Sightline smart security cameras. The Duet smart lock series aims to redefine reliability in this ...

The only exception is retrofit smart locks, whose security is entirely dependent on the deadbolt it’s paired with. Both types of smart locks also get additional testing. We investigate features ...