Data as of Aug 25, 2026 · Based on 1,231 AI responses · See how Parse measures this
Smart Locks & Keyless Entry Systems
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Measured across ChatGPT & Google AI
| # | Brand | What AI says | Mention rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  AugustAI's top choice for retrofit locks that work with existing deadbolts. | AI's top choice for retrofit locks that work with existing deadbolts. | 55% |
| 2 |  Schlage | 51% | |
| 3 |  ASSA ABLOY | 43% | |
| 4 | YaleNow leading AI recommendations with its versatile Assure Lock 2 series. | Now leading AI recommendations with its versatile Assure Lock 2 series. | 39% |
| 5 | 31% | ||
| 6 |  RemoteLockThe go-to platform for property management system and API integrations. | The go-to platform for property management system and API integrations. | 30% |
| 7 |  LocklyRecommended for advanced features like biometric access and shuffling keypads. | Recommended for advanced features like biometric access and shuffling keypads. | 25% |
| 8 |  Salto Systems | 19% | |
| 9 |  Ultraloq | 17% | |
| 10 |  Nuki | 16% | |
| 11 |  TTLock | 16% | |
| 12 |  EufyFrequently mentioned as a value option with modern features like fingerprint access. | Frequently mentioned as a value option with modern features like fingerprint access. | 15% |
| 13 |  Seam | 15% | |
| 14 |  Igloohome | 15% | |
| 15 | 14% | ||
| 16 |  Guesty | 13% | |
| 17 |  Dormakaba | 13% | |
| 18 |  Wyze | 13% | |
| 19 |  Operto | 12% | |
| 20 |  Mews | 11% | |
| 21 |  LevelPraised for its 'invisible' design, though overall recommendations have declined. | Praised for its 'invisible' design, though overall recommendations have declined. | 11% |
| 22 |  Hospitable | 10% | |
| 23 |  Enso Connect | 10% | |
| 24 |  OpenKey | 9% | |
| 25 |  Cloudbeds | 9% |
Who wins on each AI
The same market, seen by two models.
Sources AI cited
reddit.com is the page AI reaches for most here, cited in 26% of analyzed answers.
August's overall mention share declined from its peak, though it remains dominant for retrofits.
Yale surged from minimal mentions in late 2025 to rank #1 by March 2026.
An early leader whose dominant position eroded sharply after late 2025.
“A focus on its innovative, invisible design.” → “Noting its lack of a built-in keypad as a potential drawback.”
| Brand | ChatGPT Search | Google AI Mode | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schlage | 59% | 72% | |
| August | 45% | 38% | |
| 36% | 38% | ||
| Yale | 30% | 32% | |
| RemoteLock | 16% | 29% |
The two models disagree most about Lockly (ChatGPT #21, Google #7) and RemoteLock (ChatGPT #15, Google #5).
Yale has surged to the top of AI recommendations for smart locks, becoming the most frequently cited brand by March 2026. This rise reflects a broader market shift, with AI assistants increasingly favoring full-replacement, feature-rich locks from established brands like Yale and Schlage over early leaders specializing in retrofit models.
Across 1,231 AI responses, August is mentioned most, named in 55% of them, followed by Schlage (51%) and ASSA ABLOY (43%).
Parse measures each brand's mention rate — the share of answers naming it — across 1,231 AI responses to this market's buyer questions. Answers are collected daily and the ranking is published weekly.
Brands enter the ranking when AI answers mention them. Parse collects answers daily and publishes the re-measured set weekly, so new brands appear as AI starts recommending them.
AugustLevel
SwitchBotI need a smart lock that works with my existing deadbolt hardware.
AI responses consistently recommend
AqaraSchlage Encode PlusYaleEarly responses focused on Yale Home and , but by early 2026, and (Encode Plus) became the dominant recommendations. This reflects AI models' growing awareness of newer locks with native Home Key support.
LevelBrands mentioned
AqaraSchlage Encode PlusYale
