Kwikset Aura Reach Smart Lock With Matter and Bluetooth Connectivity

Kwikset has introduced Aura Reach, a new smart lock that combines Matter and Bluetooth connectivity to support hands-free access, smart home automation and guided DIY installation through the Kwikset app.

Kwikset Aura Reach™ is a next-generation connected deadbolt that combines Matter over Thread and Bluetooth connectivity with intuitive access control, DIY-friendly installation and trusted mechanical security.

Designed for today’s connected households, Aura Reach gives homeowners the flexibility to control the lock locally through Bluetooth or integrate it with leading Matter-enabled platforms, including Apple Home, Amazon Alexa and Google Home.  The lock addresses one of the biggest challenges surrounding connected security products: making advanced technology approachable for everyday users. Aura Reach can be installed using only a screwdriver, while the Kwikset app provides an interactive, step-by-step installation guide. The app also offers smart-home education and guided onboarding, helping users connect the lock with their preferred Matter ecosystem rather than leaving them to navigate the setup process on their own.  

Once connected to a compatible Matter platform, Aura Reach can be remotely controlled through the user’s chosen smart-home system. Homeowners can incorporate the lock into household routines, control it through a compatible voice assistant and create automations involving other connected devices.

Matter over Thread provides interoperable, reliable smart-home communication, while an optional Signal Range Boost feature doubles Matter network performance to enhance connectivity throughout the home.  

Aura Reach also makes everyday entry more convenient. Bluetooth and geofencing technology enable hands-free auto-unlock as an authorized user approaches the door. A built-in proximity sensor automatically wakes and illuminates the LED-backlit keypad when someone approaches, improving visibility without requiring the user to touch the lock first.  

Through the Kwikset app, homeowners can create and manage up to 250 unique access codes for family members, guests and other authorized visitors. They can also review entry history and receive alerts following invalid code attempts, providing greater awareness of activity at the door.  

Aura Reach pairs its connected capabilities with proven physical protection. Its ANSI/BHMA Grade 2 certified deadbolt features Kwikset’s patented SmartKey Security®, which helps protect against advanced break-in techniques and allows homeowners to rekey the lock themselves in seconds. This provides a practical security advantage following a move, lost key or change in authorized access without requiring the entire lock to be replaced.  

For security professionals, locksmiths, installers and builders, Aura Reach offers an approachable residential security solution that can be recommended to customers across major smart-home ecosystems rather than being limited to a single proprietary platform. Its guided setup can also help reduce consumer confusion and support needs after installation.  

Backed by Kwikset’s 80 years of residential security expertise, Aura Reach brings together interoperable connectivity, intelligent access features, streamlined installation and dependable mechanical protection in a single smart lock. Available in Satin Nickel and Matte Black finishes, Aura Reach is priced at $189 and carries a lifetime finish warranty.

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