August

Pioneer of retrofit smart locks that work with your existing deadbolt. Easy installation, app-centric experience.

Products: 5Rating: 4.1/5Market: residential

SALTO

Spanish access control pioneer with cloud-based Homelok ecosystem, DLok retrofit lock, and XS4 commercial platform.

Products: 5Rating: 4.4/5Market: commercial

Side-by-Side Comparison

FeatureAugustSALTO
Products Available5 models5 models
Rating4.14.4
Price Range$5000 – $24999$25000 – $50000
ProtocolsWIFI, BLUETOOTH, ZWAVE, Z-WAVEBLUETOOTH, WIFI, RFID
Battery Life9 months avg18 months avg
FingerprintNot availableNot available
KeypadAvailableNot available
Target Marketresidentialcommercial
Price Tiermidpremium

Which Should You Choose?

Choose August if...

  • You need WIFI or BLUETOOTH or ZWAVE or Z-WAVE protocol support
  • Your budget is around $5000 – $24999
  • You prioritize the residential market segment

Choose SALTO if...

  • You need BLUETOOTH or WIFI or RFID protocol support
  • Your budget is around $25000 – $50000
  • You prioritize the commercial market segment

Frequently Asked Questions

Is August or SALTO better for home security?

Both August and SALTO offer quality smart locks. August targets the residential market while SALTO focuses on commercial. Your best choice depends on your specific needs for protocol compatibility, budget, and security features.

Which is more affordable, August or SALTO?

August smart locks range from $5000 – $24999, while SALTO ranges from $25000 – $50000. Both brands offer options across different price tiers to match various budgets.

Can I use August and SALTO locks together?

If both brands support the same protocol (such as Z-Wave or Zigbee), they can coexist on the same smart home hub. Check the protocol compatibility for each specific model before purchasing.

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