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Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch Review: Fingerprint speed without the fuss

John Carter Doe

September 3, 2025

9.2

Excellent

So, what's the final word?

Who's this lock really for?

Look, if you want a deadbolt that just *works* with a quick touch of your finger, this is it. The Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch is for anyone who doesn't want to mess with an app every time they come home. It's a full deadbolt replacement, so it's sturdy, and it comes with a built-in fingerprint reader that's genuinely fast. Plus, you get a slick touchscreen keypad. It starts with Bluetooth, but you can add a little module later for Wi-Fi, Matter, or Z-Wave if you want to. And believe me, that fingerprint unlock is dependable in real life, as long as you take a minute to enroll your finger properly and give the sensor a wipe now and then. One quick heads-up: if you're an Apple user dreaming of tapping your iPhone or Watch to unlock, you'll want the Assure Lock 2 *Plus* model instead. This one is all about the fingerprint. For most folks, this lock just nails that sweet spot of being reliable and super easy to live with.

So, what's the final word?

The good stuff we noticed

First off, that fingerprint reader is fantastic. It felt almost instant in day-to-day use. We made sure to enroll a few different angles for each finger, and the recognition was consistently quick—way better than a lot of budget locks we've tried. Of course, like any sensor, really wet or sunscreen-slathered fingers can throw it for a loop, so you'll always want a backup PIN. We also loved the flexibility here. You can start with just Bluetooth, which is simple, and then pop in a module later if you want to connect it to Wi-Fi for remote control, or even Matter or Z-Wave for different smart home systems. It’s a great way to future-proof your lock. The design is thoughtful, too. The outside part looks clean and modern, and the inside bit is slimmer than older models. Plus, the touchscreen is bright and wakes up right away. It's just a solid, Grade 2 deadbolt that keeps your fingerprint data on the device itself, which is a big deal for security. Sharing temporary codes with guests and seeing who came and went is all easy in the app. And the installation? It's pretty straightforward, replacing your old deadbolt with just a screwdriver. The app does a nice job walking you through it.

Now, it's not perfect for everyone. The big one is no Apple Home Key. If tapping your iPhone or Watch to unlock is the main reason you're upgrading, you'll need to look at the Yale Assure Lock 2 Plus or the Schlage Encode Plus instead. Also, a word of warning: if you add the Wi-Fi module, expect to change the batteries more often. It's just the nature of Wi-Fi. It's a good idea to keep a 9V battery handy for the emergency power port on the bottom, just in case. And while the geofenced auto-unlock feature exists, it can be a bit unreliable on any phone—that’s just a smart lock thing right now. Honestly, the fingerprint reader is so fast you probably won't miss it. Lastly, it's not the cheapest lock out there. You're paying a premium for that great fingerprint sensor and the Yale ecosystem. If you just need a solid keypad, you can save some cash with a simpler Assure Lock 2 model. If you're looking at other options, we'd suggest the Ultraloq U-Bolt Pro WiFi for a budget fingerprint alternative, or maybe the Eufy S330 if you want a lock with a video camera built right in, though it is quite a bit bulkier.