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RemoteLock
Cloud-based smart lock access control for vacation rentals
At a glance
Updated 2026-04-20Solid access control platform held back by hardware reliability and support concerns
Best for: Property managers with 5+ units who need centralized lock management and PMS-driven automation
Pricing
From $6/listing • No free trial
What RemoteLock actually is
RemoteLock is a cloud-based access control platform that connects smart locks from brands like Yale, Schlage, Kwikset, and August into a single management dashboard. It integrates with dozens of property management systems to automate guest code creation and access scheduling, serving over 10,000 customers across 75+ countries.
Core features
- Centralized dashboard for monitoring access logs and managing all lock devices
- Automated guest code creation via PMS integrations
- Compatible with Yale, Schlage, Kwikset, and August smart locks
- Real-time access alerts and activity tracking
- Cloud-based remote control from anywhere
Pros
- Integrates with dozens of PMS platforms including Hostfully, Guesty, and Track
- Single dashboard to manage locks across all properties
- Works with multiple trusted smart lock hardware brands
Cons
- Lock hardware reliability issues reported, with failures in under two years
- Customer support difficult to reach with lengthy resolution times
- Ongoing subscription fees on top of hardware investment
Best for
Property managers with 5+ units who need centralized lock management and PMS-driven automation
Not for
Single-property hosts on tight budgets who prefer one-time hardware purchases without subscriptions
Is RemoteLock right for you?
Honest per-segment take. Click any card for the full breakdown.
1–5 listings
Small portfolios
Workable but the per-lock subscription plus hardware cost is a steep outlay for just 1–5 units.
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5–20 listings
Mid-sized portfolios
Sweet spot for RemoteLock — enough units to justify the subscription and automation pays for itself in time saved.
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20–100 listings
Large portfolios
Scales technically but hardware reliability and support quality raise concerns at 20–100 units.
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Airbnb primary
Airbnb-first hosts
Works for Airbnb hosts who want automated codes, but requires a PMS intermediary for the integration.
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Vrbo primary
Vrbo-first hosts
Limited research data on this operator profile. Should work via PMS integration but no Vrbo-specific details confirmed.
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3+ channels
Multi-channel operators
Strong fit — centralized lock management across channels eliminates per-platform code hassles.
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