I have tested many smart locks over the years. They all promise convenience but always fall short, with apps that look like they are stuck in 2013, poor battery life, and compatibility headaches. Avia has taken a different approach. Their award-winning lineup focuses purely on Apple compatibility and integration, as well as battery efficiency and ease of use. Here is what you should know about their three new products!
Avia Deadbolt+
The Avia Deadbolt+ is the flagship of this lineup. From my testing, it does a great job of bringing together all the main aspects of a smart home lock: security, long battery life, and most importantly for me, Apple Home integration. Here are the main features you should know about:
- Up to 18 months of battery life with a backup key if needed
- Apple Home Keys on Apple Watch or iPhone
- Integrated illuminated keypad
- Award-winning design:
- IoT Breakthrough Award: Smart Lock of the Year 2024
- Muse Design Awards: Silver Winner 2024
- 8 ways to unlock, including Apple Home Keys
- Includes 2x NFC key fobs + backup key
- Configurable auto-lock
- Avia iOS app for remote control & guest PINs
- Built on Thread
- Two colors: Matte Black & Satin Nickel
- Multiple iPhone or Apple Watch user support
There were two main things I wanted to experience with this smart lock. The first being the setup process. As someone with minimal experience with handiwork, the setup process was dead simple. I like how it’s all basically one piece, and there is no additional large keypad needed to install because the keypad is on the lock itself. It took me less than 10 minutes to remove my old bolt and install the Avia Deadbolt+. The next piece was the setup process with the Apple Home app. It set up almost instantly, and I could have everything up and running in less than 20 minutes. It’s also lovely that the batteries are included and on the inside of the house, so in the cold winters, you will have no issues replacing batteries if needed.
Avia SolarPro
Now, if you are someone who lives with battery anxiety, then Avia has a solution for that as well. Avia makes the Solar Pro attachment that can be retrofitted to the Deadbolt+. It is a solar panel charger that dramatically extends the Deadbolt+’s battery life to up to 5 years. For me, this is a no-brainer. Here is what you should know.
- Solar charging for the Deadbolt+
- Extends battery life up to 5 years*
- High-performance continuous charging (up to 100 operations/day in strong sunlight*)
- Easy installation
- Ideal for remote vacation rental properties
- Dependent on solar exposure
Now, to reiterate, this is an add-on for the Deadbolt+. It can be added when you first install the Deadbolt+ or after the fact. It works best if you have a door that does not have a cover, so that the sun can hit the solar panels. The Solar Pro gives you peace of mind. It’s simple to fit and fantastic for anyone running Airbnbs or vacation rentals. This makes the Deadbolt+ practically maintenance-free.
Avia Smart Sash Fastener
This is one of those products that you did not know you needed until you have one. This sash fastener is a way to add extra security and smarts to your windows. It’s a retrofit solution that turns your windows into part of your smart home. Here is what you should know.
- Instant alerts on iPhone or Apple Watch when a window opens/closes
- Siri support for status checks
- Easy installation and retrofit design
- Available in 5 colors
- Includes 2 size keeps for wide compatibility
- Bluetooth LE technology
- LED indicator when in use
- Battery included (1+ year life)
This is a simple and effective way to add some extra security to your smart home. The installation is insanely simple and it begins to work instantly. Every time the window is opened, you get an alert on your phone to make you aware that something is happening, all about simplicity and function.
Availability & final thoughts
The takeaway from using the Avia products is that smart home security does not need to be overly complicated. It can be convenient and still provide fantastic security. Avia is delivering thoughtful solutions for smarter, safer homes, whether it’s the Deadbolt+ with Apple Home Keys, the Solar Pro that makes battery worries disappear, or the Smart Sash Fastener for windows.
All three of these Avia products are available today on their website. So if you need an Apple-friendly smart security setup that looks good, is easy to install, and works reliably, Avia’s ecosystem should be at the top of the list.
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