Kwikset Smart Locks (Halo family and related electronic locks)
Business Profile
Core Value Proposition
[Kwikset Smart Locks] provides remote, keyless access and smart home integration for residential and commercial door hardware.
Target Customer
Homeowners, short-term rental operators, multifamily/property managers, trade professionals (designers, architects, builders), contractors and remodeling professionals.
Key Differentiator
Combination of re-key technology (SmartKey Security), innovative hardware (KwikSlide), and Wi‑Fi/Matter-enabledHalo options with no hub requirement, plus DIY installation and broad smart-home integration.
Implementation Timeline
Do-it-yourself installation in minutes; Halo provides remote access via Wi-Fi without a hub; value realized immediately after setup.
Pain Points
- 1Forgetful or insecure traditional keys and the need to manage multiple access codes.
- 2Difficulty managing access for contractors, housekeepers, or renters across properties.
- 3Desire for remote access and real-time visibility into door activity for home or rental properties.
Key Features
- 1Remote lock/unlock via mobile app (Halo and other smart locks).
- 2SmartKey Security with re-keying in seconds.
- 3KwikSlide technology (for some models).
- 4Halo Wi-Fi-enabled smart lock (no hub required) with remote access, activity monitoring, and notifications.
- 5Matter-enabled Halo Select with Wi-Fi (and compatibility with voice assistants like Amazon Alexa).
- 6Home Connect options with Z-Wave or Zigbee compatibility (where applicable).
- 7User code management with programmable access for contractors, guests, or family.
Target Customer Industries
Decision Makers
- 1Designer
- 2Architect
- 3Builder
- 4Homeowner
- 5Rental Owner
- 6Contractor
- 7Housekeeper
- 8Property Manager
- 9Trade Professional
Client Results
- 1Improved security with keyless access and activity monitoring.
- 2Remote control and status updates of door locks via smartphone.
- 3Simplified access management for multiple people across properties.
- 4Increased convenience and integration with smart-home systems.
Competitive Advantages
- 1Keyless entry and remote access from a smartphone.
- 2SmartKey Security enabling quick re-keying in seconds.
- 3Halo Wi-Fi-enabled locks with no hub required (Halo Select adds Matter compatibility).
- 4Supports integration with voice assistants (e.g., Amazon Alexa) and smart-home ecosystems.
- 5Options for Home Connect with Z-Wave or Zigbee where applicable.
Key Benefits
Case Studies & Success Stories
Hunter Road Homes – Designer Story
Professional designers and design duo featured as Kwikset customers; content highlights their experience with Kwikset products in home design, but no quantified results are provided in the content.
Hatch Works – Designer Story
Second-generation designers and third-generation builders using Kwikset products; content emphasizes designer/builder adoption but does not provide quantified outcomes.
Additional Product Information
Product Description
Kwikset Smart Locks offer keyless entry, remote access, and smart-home integration. Features include SmartKey re-keying, KwikSlide technology, Halo Wi-Fi-enabled options (no hub required), and Matter-enabled Halo Select. DIY installation is supported, with options for Home Connect (Z-Wave/Zigbee) in applicable models.
Target Market
Residential homeowners, vacation/short-term rental owners, multifamily property managers, and trade professionals (designers, architects, builders) seeking secure, convenient access control and smart-home integration.
Unique Value Proposition
Kwikset delivers a comprehensive suite of smart-lock solutions combining secure re-key technology, easy installation, remote access, and modern design, with Halo enabling Wi‑Fi-based control (no hub) and Halo Select introducing Matter compatibility for broader smart-home interoperability.
Technical Requirements
Halo requires a Wi-Fi network and smartphone with the Kwikset app; installation is do-it-yourself. Home Connect models support Z-Wave or Zigbee; some features depend on product line. Voice control via Amazon Alexa is supported for Halo. Compatibility and specific features vary by model (e.g., Halo, Halo Touch, Halo Select, Premis, etc.).
Pricing Model
Not disclosed in the provided content.
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