Thank you so much for this thorough review and comparison to a previous version! I have had a Yale Linus lock 1st gen for two years now. I have a two-storey house and two kids; no one ever remembered locking the door. Auto-lock and auto-unlock features are fantastic! What's not so great is a fiddly battery replacement (once a year) and the sluggish unlock speed. After this review, I'll be ordering a new version, as both problems seem to be resolved. This channel deserves many more subscribers, so I'm happy to join your community. Thanks again!
Don't forget the Matter over Thread support that is coming in a firmware update later this year! Then Apple Homekit will also be supported again! This is a big reason to buy the L2!
Great video! Really interesting products. I wonder why no other reviewers compare the doorbell to others on the market like the nest and ring options. It would have been great if you showed the picture quality at night time and how far you can make out a face. I noticed there is no face detection or am I wrong? I am assuming it can't automatically unlock the door as you approach or you would have probably talked about it. Given both products are from Yale, I would expect that they would work together a little better.
A question, so the knob case inside of the room, doesn't need to be stick to the surface of the door or screwed to the door? Displayed by your video, it can be installed by mounted directly onto the lock cylinder itself(if the cylinder length is adjustable)?
Does anyone know if you used the changeable cylinder with the first version if it works on the 2nd version without having to change the cylinder again?
I can see many negative comments regarding the wifi connection and homekit issues from a few months ago. Can anyone give me some update on this? Is there still wifi problem? I am planning to buy one and use it with my alexa devices but will not invest ca 250€ if it is not stable any reliable. Thanks!
It takes a long time to connect to the lock when I am outside. Sometimes it exceeds 1 minute. The lock is close to the modem, the wifi signal quality seems strong. What could be the reason for this?
I still have the first generation. I don't mind the bridge.. still worthy to upgrade ? I see its more silent, smooth and has the rechargable battery. But paying another fortune for a new lock...
Did you try to connect the lock to your WiFi ? I can’t connect mine to my network using the WiFi module on the Linus L2. In your video you didn’t show that configuration.
Don’t buy this lock if you want to use the WiFi module. I’ve been waiting for the Yale support to give me a solution because my lock L2 can’t connect to any WiFi network. This lock also doesn’t support apple HomeKit.
YALE need to improve the WiFi 🛜 element. Doesn’t always work. If they invested in this they would run this digital lock market. Very annoying that it’s not always reliable.
Thank you so much for this thorough review and comparison to a previous version! I have had a Yale Linus lock 1st gen for two years now. I have a two-storey house and two kids; no one ever remembered locking the door. Auto-lock and auto-unlock features are fantastic! What's not so great is a fiddly battery replacement (once a year) and the sluggish unlock speed. After this review, I'll be ordering a new version, as both problems seem to be resolved. This channel deserves many more subscribers, so I'm happy to join your community. Thanks again!
Don't forget the Matter over Thread support that is coming in a firmware update later this year! Then Apple Homekit will also be supported again! This is a big reason to buy the L2!
I really appreciate the activity monitoring feature, helps me keep track of who’s coming and going
It integrated perfectly with my existing smart home system, no issues at all
There is no Apple Homekit support, it was there in the previous version
Great video! Really interesting products. I wonder why no other reviewers compare the doorbell to others on the market like the nest and ring options. It would have been great if you showed the picture quality at night time and how far you can make out a face. I noticed there is no face detection or am I wrong? I am assuming it can't automatically unlock the door as you approach or you would have probably talked about it. Given both products are from Yale, I would expect that they would work together a little better.
Try the Unifi doorbell 😉 No subscription and works with Home Assistant. So you know if the Linus 2 lock works with Matter? 🙂
Thanks for a great review, one small question, can you get the notification from the doorbell on multiple phones,
like mine and my wife ?
A question, so the knob case inside of the room, doesn't need to be stick to the surface of the door or screwed to the door? Displayed by your video, it can be installed by mounted directly onto the lock cylinder itself(if the cylinder length is adjustable)?
Does anyone know if you used the changeable cylinder with the first version if it works on the 2nd version without having to change the cylinder again?
I can see many negative comments regarding the wifi connection and homekit issues from a few months ago. Can anyone give me some update on this? Is there still wifi problem?
I am planning to buy one and use it with my alexa devices but will not invest ca 250€ if it is not stable any reliable. Thanks!
The keyless entry feature is incredibly convenient
Thanks for the review :) Saw it on tink!
Tink best shop!
How long is warranty ? Especially for looks i think it should be more than 2 years..
It takes a long time to connect to the lock when I am outside. Sometimes it exceeds 1 minute. The lock is close to the modem, the wifi signal quality seems strong. What could be the reason for this?
The battery life on this lock is fantastic, lasts way longer than I expected
how long? The first gen lasts 7months on the AAAs
Can this smart lock be integrated with voice assistants ?
My linus l2 does not pull latch . Door want open .. I think your door has handle too and latch ? Only from inside ?
The battery % level is shown in real time or just when reach low level?
How do we get these locks in the USA? Yale doesn't seem to sell them here. This lock will fit my doors, which have European style locks.
I still have the first generation. I don't mind the bridge.. still worthy to upgrade ? I see its more silent, smooth and has the rechargable battery. But paying another fortune for a new lock...
not really unless you want it less noisy and a rechargable battery
Did you try to connect the lock to your WiFi ? I can’t connect mine to my network using the WiFi module on the Linus L2.
In your video you didn’t show that configuration.
Why isn't the change to a non standard battery a bigger issue?
What types of authentication does it support
Great video steven, good diy job lol
hahah you need to do what you need to do :D
Setting up temporary access codes for visitors is wkring ?
Using voice commands with Alexa to lock and unlock the door works ?
Looking great. This or Nuki 4.0 ? I don't need the opener feature so I think i might go for yale
If you dont need the opener, go for yale :)
What is the opener feature please?
Does it offer keyless entry
Regular firmware updates ? I have a welock and there is no update anymore!!!
Does it work with smartwatch?
Can this lock be controlled remotely
what if empty and you cannnot enter ??
is this lock is weatherresistant ?
How does the Yale Linus Lock L2 handle guest access
works remote in the app
It doesn’t integrate well with some older smart home systems I have
detailed review. thank you
thanks !
How long does battery last ? Should i really get 2 ?
1 is enough, charging is fast. but having spare is never wrong
Does the Yale Linus Lock L2 provide activity logs
yes see later in the video in the app section
The app is userfriendly and straightforward, even for a nontechie like me
What kind of warranty does the Yale Linus Lock L2 come with
2 years
Replacing the batteries is a bit of a hassle, especially if they die unexpectedly
Can it be installed on garage doors ??
uhm yes.. but only if normal doors with cylinder and on the inside ofc
And this is also secure ???
Is this lock weather-resistant for outdoor use
this is mounted indoor...
this NFC only works with your phone or others ??
only with approved phones in the app
Is it compatible with smart home systems
yes google home, alex , apple home
How does this smart lock enhance home security
auto locks the door ;)
What is the battery life of this device
depends on the opening times. I charge maybe every 2-3 months
The lock was super easy to install, took me just about 10 minutes. But only if the cylinder fits!!
Can it send notifications to a smartphone
yes
Any discount code ? :D
check descriptuon
I feel much safer with multiple authentication methods available. It needs fingerprint.
Are there any subscription fees associated
nope nothing :)
Don’t buy this lock if you want to use the WiFi module. I’ve been waiting for the Yale support to give me a solution because my lock L2 can’t connect to any WiFi network. This lock also doesn’t support apple HomeKit.
Use 2.4GHZ wifi not the 5G
Nice but too expensive tbh
Aam, 👍.
the product is very expensive
YALE need to improve the WiFi 🛜 element. Doesn’t always work. If they invested in this they would run this digital lock market. Very annoying that it’s not always reliable.