Kwikset Obsidian Smart Lock Feature Scores
Explore all 26 feature scores for Kwikset Obsidian Smart Lock, organized into pros and cons.
Scores by Feature
Summary
26 reviewed features-
Very positive 4.5-5.07 (27%)
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Positive 3.5-4.411 (42%)
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Neutral 2.5-3.48 (31%)
Pros
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Design was the strongest consensus attribute, with repeated praise for the sleek, minimalist, modern, key-free look.
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Fingerprint-related security earned consistent praise because SecureScreen and coating features reduced the risk of visible touch patterns revealing codes.
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Locking reliability was positive overall, with reviewers reporting that auto-relock worked every time, the bolt worked fine after setup, and the mechanism did not jam.
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Auto-lock was reliable and easy to set up in stronger reviews, though one transcript noted that changing related customization switches required a screwdriver.
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Security features were praised across reviews, especially SecureScreen, which reviewers said worked well and helped prevent code guessing from fingerprints.
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Guest access was one of the most mixed areas: reviewers liked multiple codes and temporary scheduling in some versions, but criticized limited code counts and remote-code gaps in others.
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Touchscreen feedback was mostly positive for responsiveness and security, but reviewers also noted wake-up misses and glossy smudging.
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Smart-home integration was useful but ecosystem-dependent: Z-Wave, SmartThings, Wink, Alexa, and other platforms worked well in some cases, while HomeKit and Google limitations hurt compatibility.
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Voice control worked well when supported, especially Alexa locking and status checks, but other reviews emphasized that Alexa or Google control required a Z-Wave hub.
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Installation ranged from simple and thoughtfully guided to frustrating, with one reviewer blaming unclear instructions and bolt machining while others completed setup easily.
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Build quality was praised in the clearest durability evidence, with the lock described as sturdy and jam-free during testing.
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Existing hardware reuse was a strength in the replacement scenario, where the reviewer installed it easily after removing a prior Kwikset lock.
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The keypad was praised for intuitive everyday locking and unlocking.
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Physical attack resistance was praised because the keywayless design removes common keyed-entry attack paths.
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Pick and bump-key resistance was praised because ditching the keyway removed the risk of picking or forced entry with a bump key.
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Reviewers liked app-based control when a compatible platform supported it, but the lock lost points because it lacks its own app and some hub apps could not manage codes.
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Locking speed was mixed, with one review praising prompt Alexa locking while another noticed the lock ran a bit slower than normal.
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Door fit looked favorable for standard replacements, with the reviewer saying it should be almost as easy to install in most standard lock enclosures.
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The locking motor drew a clear complaint for being quite loud, even though the same review did not report jams.
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Sun and heat exposure was a concern in one user review because the black exterior became uncomfortable for children to touch.
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Battery feedback was mixed: one preview praised warning before batteries died, while later user-oriented evidence reported six-month or five-month battery life concerns.
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Value was divided: some reviewers considered it expensive once hubs or non-connected limitations were included, while one YouTube reviewer called the price good for a keyless Z-Wave lock.
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Hub requirements split reviewers: Z-Wave was welcomed by smart-home users, while others treated the required hub as an added burden.
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Bluetooth was a mild drawback rather than a dealbreaker: one reviewer did not mind its absence, but warned it could deter buyers who want phone proximity unlocking.
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Remote access depended heavily on the platform: it worked well through Wink in one review, but other evidence tied remote control to a more expensive hub-enabled setup.
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User access management varied sharply by version and platform, from strong scheduled and one-time code support to complaints about no expiring codes or no app-based code changes.