ADT Inc.–in collaboration with Yale and the Z-Wave Alliance–have announced the launch of the Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch with Z-Wave for ADT+.
Part of the Z-Wave 800 Series, the latest smart lock is said to be the only lock on the market with fingerprint control and a smart lock that leverages the newly introduced Z-Wave User Credential Command Class. These features allow users to unlock and disarm their ADT+ security system—or lock and rearm it—using just their fingerprint.
In addition to this hardware, ADT is rolling out a major update to the ADT+ app, introducing Home | Away functionality, which leverages geofencing to provide real-time household awareness and automate security settings based on user presence.
“ADT, alongside our partners at Yale and the Z-Wave Alliance, is setting a new standard for smart home security,” says Omar Khan, EVP and chief business officer at ADT. “With the introduction of the User Credential Command Class and updates to ADT+, we’re not just launching a new lock—we’re redefining how security systems and smart locks work together. This is a leap forward for home security, combining convenience and protection in a way that has never been done before.”
Assure Lock 2 Touch Provides Turnkey ADT+ Compatibility
The Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch with Z-Wave 800 Series is designed to integrate with the ADT+ platform out of the box to provide homeowners with a user-friendly security experience. ADT and Yale state the lock provides multiple unlocking methods, including the new fingerprint recognition for biometric-based security, keypad code entry, traditional physical key access, virtual key control through the ADT+ app, or Trusted Neighbor’s Auto Unlock feature.
By directly integrating with the ADT+ Base, ADT asserts, the lock enables users to arm and disarm their security system from the lock itself, creating a streamlined security experience.
“We’re proud to partner with ADT and the Z-Wave Alliance to bring the first-ever Z-Wave User Credential Command Class lock to market,” comments Kevin Kraus, vice president of technology alliances and IoT business development at Yale, part of Fortune Brands Innovations. “This collaboration has led to a truly innovative solution that delivers not only enhanced security but also unparalleled convenience for ADT homeowners.”
Biometric Technologies Offer Convenient Access Control for Homeowners
Building on ADT’s Trusted Neighbor program, the Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch with Z-Wave 800 Series allows designated neighbors and helpers to enter during their access windows with just their fingerprint —no phone or code required––which makes the lock a complementary solution for families that want a worry-free, flexible, and convenient lifestyle. This ensures secure and seamless access for those who need it, when they need it, while maintaining strict security protocols.
Addressing the software side of the smart home security equation with the Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch with Z-Wave, ADT is rolling out its ADT+ 3.6 update. The new version of the company’s smart home app allows users gain access to Home | Away, a feature that detects the location of participating mobile devices within a home’s geofence to determine occupancy.
If all registered devices leave the home, the system can automatically switch to Away mode, intelligently triggering security automations such as locking doors, adjusting smart home settings, and arming the security system.
Key Home | Away capabilities include:
- View real-time occupancy status in the ADT+ dashboard.
- Receive automated alerts when the system is unarmed, and no one is home.
- Grant Trusted Neighbors and Helpers access during their designated window.
- Provide ADT monitoring agents with visibility into home occupancy during an alarm event (for Pro-Monitored customers).
- Manually update your home status at any time.
The ADT+ app is also receiving a major design enhancement to update the app’s original menu style with easier access to features most used by customers. Updates include navigation patterns with the addition of a navigation bar, and a new design that allows incremental improvements as ADT+ continues to evolve.
Pricing and Availability
The Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch with Z-Wave 800 Series is available now for $279.99 and can be installed with either ADT+ Self Setup or Professional Install options. The all-new ADT+ design is available in the App Store and Google Play Store.
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