August or Yale?
Pick the platform that fits your property business.
A side-by-side look at hardware, pricing and features, so you can see which lock suits your property, and where a dedicated PMS still needs to sit alongside either one.
Keyless retrofit built for hosting
Connected lock within wider security ecosystem
Which one should you choose?
Each platform is strongest in a different situation.
Choose August
If you want a lock built specifically for hosting, with unlimited guests and owners at no extra cost and DoorSense confirmation that the door is properly locked, not just latched.
Choose Yale
If you want the lowest-cost Wi-Fi entry point, the longest battery life of the two, or to add cameras and alarms under one Yale Home ecosystem.
Consider Zeevou
RECOMMENDEDIf you want more than a lock, since neither August nor Yale connects to a channel manager or booking calendar, consider Zeevou for a free core PMS, 0% commission booking website and smart lock workflow tools.
August vs Yale at a glance
Based on publicly available data as of September 2026.
Retrofit smart lock with unlimited guests and DoorSense confirmation
YaleConnected lock ecosystem with cameras, alarms and doorbells
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Free core PMS, 0% commission on direct bookings and everything you need to grow from 5 units to 200+.
Book a free consultation“…Easy to board the property and integrate with the OTA’s. I love the monthly chat where we can be updated on features and improvements…”
Tamar Finkelstein“…A game-changer in helping me systemise my business operations while providing a seamless user journey for my guests…”
Jordan Bunton-Williams“…The perfect Channel Manager for our portfolio. ID verification, agreements and security deposits all in one place!…”
Fabian ProsciucA quick feature breakdown
Hardware
| Feature | August | Yale |
|---|---|---|
| Battery powered | ||
| Wi-Fi built in | Wi-Fi Smart Lock model only | on Wi-Fi models; add-on for BLE |
| Keypad option | paid add-on accessory | |
| Retrofit to existing lock |
Access Control
| Feature | August | Yale |
|---|---|---|
| Remote lock / unlock | via Yale Access app, Wi-Fi models | |
| Temporary guest codes | ||
| Scheduled access | ||
| Activity log / audit trail | Activity Feed in app | Activity Feed in app |
Smart Home
| Feature | August | Yale |
|---|---|---|
| Works with Alexa | ||
| Works with Google Assistant | ||
| Works with Apple Home | ||
| Auto-lock / auto-unlock |
Hosting Integrations
| Feature | August | Yale |
|---|---|---|
| Mobile app | ||
| Tamper / security alerts | camera/alarm alerts, subscription plan |
Information is based on publicly available data and our independent analysis as of September 2026. Features, pricing and capabilities may change without notice. “–” means the company does not list the feature publicly.
Frequently asked questions
Is August or Yale cheaper for a single rental property?
Yale's Approach Lock with Wi-Fi starts at $129.99, the lowest built-in Wi-Fi option between the two. August's cheapest route to Wi-Fi is the Smart Lock + Connect bundle at $149.99, or a base lock plus the $79 Connect bridge if you already own a compatible lock.
Which lock is better suited to short-term rental hosting?
August markets a Smarter Hosting Bundle specifically for granting guests temporary access, and it allows unlimited guests and owners on a single lock at no extra cost. Yale supports guest codes too, up to 250 on the Assure Lock 2, but doesn't offer a hosting-specific bundle.
Do August and Yale locks connect to booking or channel manager software?
Neither brand's public materials describe an integration with vacation rental PMS or channel manager software. Guest codes are created and managed manually through each brand's own app, so hosts running multiple properties typically pair a lock with separate property management software like Zeevou to automate that process.
How hard is it to switch from August to Yale, or vice versa?
Both locks are designed as DIY retrofits that install in minutes with just a screwdriver, over a standard single-cylinder deadbolt. Swapping brands mainly means re-adding guest codes and reconnecting smart home integrations in the new app, since neither stores access data outside its own ecosystem.
Are there ongoing fees with August or Yale?
Both are one-time hardware purchases with no subscription required for core lock functions. Yale offers optional paid Camera, Alarm and Secure plans for cloud recording and cellular backup on its wider security ecosystem, while August's pricing is hardware-only with no software plan tiers described.
