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Kwikset 92640 001 Contemporary Electronic Keypad Single Cylinder Deadbolt with 1 Touch Motorized Locking Satin Nickel 8 x 4 x 6

Last Updated: August 16, 2022 (Refresh Now)
7.8
SCORE
/10
Total Reviews
999
Old Reviews
348
Unverified
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8 meters
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Review Analysis - 639 recent, verified reviews

Detailed Mode
Usage
 333
lock, install, instructions, installation, programming
+86%
-14%
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" ...  Installation was a breeze because all I did was change out the old lock.  ...  "
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" ...  they were easy to install and align.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to use, took seconds to teach the old timers how to use it. ... Saves from having to purchase extra keys. ... Was definitely a good switch from using keys!  ...  "
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" ...  I managed to replace the existing manual lock very easily and quickly. ... I find the Kwikset lock easy to program and very straightforward to use.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to install and use  ...  "
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" ...  Installed easily and works like a charm.  ...  "
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" ...  This was as easy to install as any other, though the actual deadbolt included had to be used to match the thinner rod on this lock tumbler. ... Easy to program, change default codes and add new codes.  ...  "
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" ...  A snap to install two of these . ... so nice not to fumble for keys.  ...  "
Features
 153
auto, unlock, keypad, kwikset, deadbolt
+74%
-26%
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" ...  Nice looking lock with good features. ... Combined it with a a Kwikset lever lock and re-keyed it to work with combo lock so only need one key!  ...  "
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" ...  Really like this lock.  ...  "
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" ...  All functions are great.  ...  "
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" ...  There's even an "auto lock" feature for those who would enjoy that extra feature (we do!)  ...  "
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" ...  I chose this lock because I wanted a key of access deadbolt.  ...  "
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" ...  This lock is truly substantial- as a lock should be.  ...  "
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" ...  Let’s see how long this lock will work.  ...  "
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" ...  Great lock if you want to replace it every couple years.  ...  "
Body
 107
lock, deadbolt, unlock, locks, kwikset
+75%
-25%
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" ...  Safe and strong bolt.  ...  "
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" ...  Looks perfect with our door handles.  ...  "
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" ...  This is a great lock system - I bought two of these, one for the front door and one for the door leading to the garage.  ...  "
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" ...  Everyone has there own personal door code and you can set certain coe for only a day or two for a house sitter or whatever. ... Now I can get that minimalist key chain and only carry my car key!  ...  "
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" ...  It was easy to install and I love not having to have my keys to unlock the door  ...  "
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" ...  I have this lock on another door and it works great.  ...  "
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" ...  The strike plate fit the door perfectly and the latch pin fit and works smoothly.  ...  "
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" ...  Easy to install and have enjoyed the new lock for our front door.  ...  "
Reliability
 80
working, stopped working, lock, code, month
+38%
-63%
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" ...  Stopped working after 2 months!  ...  "
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" ...  before even 8 months the number to open was not working, even reprograming all times time ,  ...  "
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" ...  I give this a one star because what I brought isn't working. ... The standard code isn't working.  ...  "
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" ...  I ordered two of these and one was defective. ... Checked the spindle and alignment and it worked fine until I added the back portion. ... It was easy to conclude the back piece of the first unit was defective.  ...  "
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" ...  Stop working after 50 days.  ...  "
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" ...  3rd day it doesn't work again.  ...  "
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" ...  Both times “Sorry but that is a defective unit.” Hours down the drain.  ...  "
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" ...  This thing constantly stops accepting one of my codes.  ...  "
Price
 50
money, lock, value, worth, worth the price
+84%
-16%
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" ...  That makes it a really good value.  ...  "
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" ...  the lock is good for the price.  ...  "
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" ...  You can't beat the price.  ...  "
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" ...  Also the price is right on amazon for this. ... its about 20 bucks more expensive at their competitors  ...  "
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" ...  This one is from a reputable brand and was a great price.  ...  "
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" ...  Works great and worth the price  ...  "
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" ...  You can find a better product on the market with similar price point.  ...  "
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" ...  Great lock for great price.  ...  "
Battery
 41
battery, lock, battery life, lithium, drain
+59%
-41%
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" ...  Battery life is pretty long, at least 6 months with multiple daily use.  ...  "
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" ...  Battery life really good (still on original battery after 18 months).  ...  "
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" ...  Batteries seem to last a good amount of time.  ...  "
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" ...  I am surprised that the batteries have lasted this long!  ...  "
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" ...  The battery unit is larger than I like but I will adapt!  ...  "
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" ...  I assume battery life will depend on usage, but I would expect a year given my situation.  ...  "
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" ...  The battery lasts a long time too.  ...  "
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" ...  Can’t imagine my life without it, had it for almost a year now, haven’t had to replace batteries or anything!  ...  "
Marketplace
 34
one, amazon, replacement, sent, returned
+44%
-56%
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" ...  I will give Kwikset one more chance to be fair perhaps it is a defective product and will update my review if they deserve it.  ...  "
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" ...  I'll call today and see if they would refund my money instead of a replacement.  ...  "
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" ...  Unfortunate to receive a defect product, but too late to return.  ...  "
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" ...  also there are so much great reviews but I promise myself every time not to trust them on Amazon .  ...  "
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" ...  I have not contacted manufacturer yet .  ...  "
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" ...  Unfortunately, I did not get it installed immediately so I am past the 30 day return period.  ...  "
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" ...  I had difficulties getting this thing to work properly and had to exchange it once.  ...  "
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" ...  I just returned it.  ...  "
Size
 29
bolt, screw, latch, screws, plate
+66%
-34%
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" ...  even for my un-handy hubby.  ...  "
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" ...   Fit perfectly within the door's existing lock mechanism  ...  "
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" ...  Interior piece fit without need to modify muntin frame. ... Still seems durable and secure.  ...  "
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" ...  Fits perfect and easy to use.  ...  "
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" ...  But when replacing an existing lock, the screw holes are already there and moving the plate by a small amount is not possible.  ...  "
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" ...  Fit my standard deadbolt hole that was already in place.  ...  "
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" ...  Safe and strong bolt.  ...  "
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" ...  otherwise nice design and isn’t bulky  ...  "
Comfort
 26
keys, code, wore, mechanism, lock
+77%
-23%
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" ...  I like the ease of using a code to enter my home without needing to dig in my purse for a key!  ...  "
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" ...  I love not having to dig for my keys!  ...  "
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" ...  High-quality feel.  ...  "
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" ...  The keys are easy to hit and the lock mechanism is smooth.  ...  "
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" ...  Also no need to carry a key or no tension if losing one.  ...  "
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" ...  Set up is a little pain but you definitely can make it work.  ...  "
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" ...  It was more expensive, but it was worth it to have the same key for all of our locks.  ...  "
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" ...  The key pad is a rubber material and mine is indoors so I cannot comment on weather effects.  ...  "
Software
 21
lock, delete, default, screw driver, codes
+43%
-57%
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" ...  It spins and clicks and then there is an error beep.  ...  "
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" ...  Have to enter code in 2-3 times to make it unlock.  ...  "
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" ...  Keeps giving an error.  ...  "
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" ...  Then is started randomly shutting down and not unlocking with the code. ... Factory reset didn’t help and it turned out to be a bad microcontroller.  ...  "
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" ...  Tried to reset and to change programming default code and still wouldn’t work.  ...  "
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" ...  I have not been able to set the code  ...  "
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" ...  This completely doesn't work I keep doing factory reset reading all of this errors it just does not work well- we were locked out of our house!!!  ...  "
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" ...  Password won’t set and it’s super frustrating to try.  ...  "
Design
 19
nice, works great, finish, hardware, design
+100%
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" ...   Looks nice and works great!  ...  "
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" ...  Looks great with my existing hardware and I love the ease of entry without a key!  ...  "
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" ...  Simple design works well.  ...  "
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" ...  This worked perfectly and is a bit more visually appealing too.  ...  "
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" ...  It looks like it costs so much more  ...  "
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" ...  It looks nicer than I expected as well.  ...  "
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" ...  Design is very nice and “sleek” I love the finish of it.  ...  "
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" ...  Looks great too!  ...  "
Marketplace / Returns
 18
replacement, sent, returned, amazon, replace
+28%
-72%
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" ...  Not happy with this at all, I should have followed my first instinct and returned it.  ...  "
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" ...  Unfortunately I did not get too return it. ... I was sick and missed my deadline.  ...  "
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" ...  Disappointed as I've already had it replaced once.  ...  "
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" ...  Unfortunately, I did not get it installed immediately so I am past the 30 day return period.  ...  "
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" ...  I had to replace it.  ...  "
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" ...  I have not contacted manufacturer yet .  ...  "
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" ...  Sent it back.  ...  "
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" ...  I had difficulties getting this thing to work properly and had to exchange it once.  ...  "
Performance
 12
lock, unlocking, every, enable, delay
+42%
-58%
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" ...  It also opens very slow and noisy.  ...  "
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" ...  Then is started randomly shutting down and not unlocking with the code.  ...  "
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" ...  I have no idea how to reset it. ... Not stop with no indication of why or how to reset when it encounters a problem.  ...  "
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" ...  Every time we have to reset the lock to make it work again.  ...  "
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" ...  Tried doing the reset process using the reset button.  ...  "
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" ...  We have to reset all the passcodes.  ...  "
Marketplace / Marketplace
 12
one, manufacturer, works as advertised, new, lock
+75%
-25%
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" ...  Amazon honored the return and sent a new one.  ...  "
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" ...  Other than that the lock works as advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  Very happy with Lock & Seller !  ...  "
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" ...  Works as advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  EVERYTHING went as described.  ...  "
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" ...  Will buy more items from this manufacturer.  ...  "
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" ...  Many thanks to the reviewer who shared those images!  ...  "
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" ...  I bought this from an Amazon vendor who said it was in like new condition.  ...  "
Connectivity
 9
wi fi, simple, lock, without, phone
+100%
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" ...  Able to unlock without a key or phone.  ...  "
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" ...  This unit is almost $100 cheaper and has almost same functionality except for the Wi-Fi function.  ...  "
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" ...  No network connectivity or smartphone capabilities.  ...  "
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" ...  The other big benefit of this one, is that it's not BT or have Wifi.  ...  "
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" ...  I have Schlage lock that is Bluetooth and app controlled which far easier but that also came with a higher price point.  ...  "
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" ...  We where able to set up a passcode for everyone seprate to better monitor who goses in and out  ...  "
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" ...  It's better than the wi-fi enabled device, which has rarely worked as expected. ... While the devices are somewhat different, they both worth similarly.  ...  "
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" ...  I just wanted a simple code lock, not a smart, connected wifi lock.  ...  "
Lagging
 8
lock, unlocking, every, enable, delay
+25%
-75%
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" ...  Then is started randomly shutting down and not unlocking with the code.  ...  "
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" ...  I have no idea how to reset it. ... Not stop with no indication of why or how to reset when it encounters a problem.  ...  "
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" ...  Every time we have to reset the lock to make it work again.  ...  "
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" ...  Tried doing the reset process using the reset button.  ...  "
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" ...  We have to reset all the passcodes.  ...  "
Sound
 6
sound, noises, loud, hear, beeps
+17%
-83%
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" ...  It also opens very slow and noisy.  ...  "
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" ...  You put the code in, hear the motor whirr, then nothing.  ...  "
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" ...  It made no noises, and didn't do any thing.  ...  "
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" ...  It is a bit loud, and you can hear the beeps like a telephone.  ...  "
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" ...   It worked great for the first couple months but then started making weird, loud noises every time it locks and unlocks.  ...  "
Marketplace / Product As Described
 4
lock, described
+100%
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" ...  Many thanks to the reviewer who shared those images!  ...  "
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" ...  Other than that the lock works as advertised.  ...  "
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" ...  EVERYTHING went as described.  ...  "
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" ...  Works as advertised.  ...  "
Marketplace / Defective Delivery
 4
unit, one, first, kwikset
-100%
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" ...  I ordered two of these and one was defective. ... It was easy to conclude the back piece of the first unit was defective.  ...  "
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" ...   The items is damaged  ...  "
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" ...  I will give Kwikset one more chance to be fair perhaps it is a defective product and will update my review if they deserve it.  ...  "
Calling
 4
door, call, beeps, loud, kwikset
-100%
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" ...  The call ended.  ...  "
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" ...  Calls to the manufacturer each time.  ...  "
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" ...  It is a bit loud, and you can hear the beeps like a telephone. ... So anyone who understands touch tones can hear the code to your door.  ...  "
Video
 3
video, videos, watch, program
+100%
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" ...  I watched a quick youtube video and had no problems!  ...  "
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" ...  Had to watch multiple YouTube videos to be able to figure out how to program it .  ...  "
Touch
 3
one, lock, deadbolt, buttons
+100%
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" ...  I find that the push buttons are much more reliable than the touch screen versions.  ...  "
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" ...  The one touch lock button is nice too.  ...  "
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" ...  This Kwikset deadbolt is cheaper than Schlage Touch deadbolt, but works better.  ...  "
Display
 3
around
+67%
-33%
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" ...  If you have a clearance issue with a screen door, that depth measurement might be really important.  ...  "
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" ...  Love the light up panel.  ...  "

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Specifications

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Size:  8 meters
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