Level Home
Solid Option
Pick Level Home if you run 1-10 design-focused listings where an invisible deadbolt and Apple Home Key support materially affect listing quality.
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Smart LocksUpdated 2026-08-08
August Home
Retrofit smart lock with native Airbnb integration
At a glance
Updated 2026-08-08Best for Small Hosts
The right smart lock when you can't modify the door exterior
Best for: Hosts with restrictions on modifying door exteriors who want a reversible install and native Airbnb code automation
Pricing
From $149.99 • No free trial
What August Home actually is
August Home makes retrofit smart locks that install over an existing deadbolt without modifying the door exterior, making them a natural fit for rental properties with HOA restrictions or landlord requirements. A native Airbnb integration automatically generates unique access codes when guests book, and the locks work with every major smart home platform including Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit.
Core features
- Retrofit installation over existing deadbolt (10-minute install)
- Native Airbnb integration auto-generates guest access codes
- Works with Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple HomeKit
- Preserves original exterior and physical key functionality
- Samsung SmartThings, IFTTT, and SimpliSafe compatibility
- Wi-Fi connectivity via built-in module or Connect bridge
Pros
- Non-invasive retrofit design preserves door exterior
- Native Airbnb integration automates guest code management
- Broad smart-home platform compatibility across all major ecosystems
- Keeps physical key functionality as a backup
Cons
- CR123 battery life of 3-6 months vs 9-12 months on Yale/Schlage
- External keypad for backup access sold separately (~$59)
- Less proven than Yale for high-volume commercial rental deployments
- Comprehensive public API documentation not available
Best for
- Hosts with restrictions on modifying door exteriors who want a reversible install and native Airbnb code automation
Not for
- High-volume commercial operators prioritizing maximum battery life and proven reliability at scale
Is August Home right for you?
Honest per-segment take. Click any card for the full breakdown.
1–5 listings
Small portfolios
If you manage 1-5 units and can't modify the door exterior, August is the cleanest retrofit path with automatic Airbnb code generation built in.
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5–20 listings
Mid-sized portfolios
Workable for 6-25 units if door-modification restrictions are a real constraint, but shorter battery life adds up across a larger fleet.
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20–100 listings
Large portfolios
Not the right pick for 25+ units where reliability and battery life drive operational cost. RedAwning's data favors Yale Assure Lock 2 for high-volume rental deployments.
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Airbnb primary
Airbnb-first hosts
The native Airbnb integration is August's strongest selling point — access codes are auto-generated per booking with no manual steps.
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Vrbo primary
Vrbo-first hosts
August's headline integration is Airbnb-specific. Vrbo-first hosts won't get the auto-code benefit that makes August compelling in the first place.
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3+ channels
Multi-channel operators
Fine as hardware if you route channels through a PMS that already handles codes, but don't expect August itself to integrate beyond Airbnb out of the box.
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Pick Igloohome if your properties are remote or off-grid and you need access codes that work entirely without WiFi.
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