Can smart locks offer more than convenience? From thermostats and rugs to lights and speakers, smart home technology enhancements have gained popularity since the Covid-19 pandemic. Smart home locks are often keyless and can be opened with a password or from your phone. But does it actually increase the security of your home?

The WSJ asked Marc Tobias, a lock security expert, to test the Google Nest x Yale lock by examining the lock's hardware, convenience and security.

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Tested by experts
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0:00 Meet Marc, a lock security expert
0:57 Next x Yale Lock
2:12 Hardware
3:09 Convenience
3:51 p.m. Security
4:53 Final score

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