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August Smart Lock vs Centr

August Smart Lock logo

August Smart Lock

Software

Smart locks that work with your existing deadbolt

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Centr logo

Centr

Software

Chris Hemsworth's fitness and wellness app

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: August Smart Lock entry-level August Smart Lock ($149.99) has no built-in Wi-Fi and requires a separate Connect Wi-Fi Bridge for remote functionality; Centr requires purchase of physical equipment to utilise the coaching app effectively
  • They diverge on capability: August Smart Lock covers Retrofit Design, Centr covers Expert-led workouts.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which August Smart Lock and Centr actually diverge.

Attributes where August Smart Lock and Centr differ
AttributeAugust Smart LockCentr
Pricing modelone-timesubscription
PlatformsIOS, Android, WebMobile app (iOS/Android assumed)
Founded20122019

Identical on both: starting price (On request), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in August Smart Lock

  • Retrofit Design
  • Auto-Unlock
  • Guest Access
  • Activity Log
  • Alexa
  • Google Home
  • HomeKit
  • SmartThings

Only in Centr

  • Expert-led workouts
  • Meal planning
  • Mindfulness content
  • Progress tracking
  • Self-care routines
  • Apple Health
  • Apple Watch
  • Ios support

Both cover

  • Android support
  • Web support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

August Smart Lock

  • Keyless entrynot Centr
  • Guest accessnot Centr
  • Remote unlocknot Centr
  • Activity monitoringnot Centr

Centr

  • Home gym users with existing or planned equipment investmentsnot August Smart Lock
  • Athletes training for HYROX racing or longevity-focused conditioningnot August Smart Lock
  • Users seeking equipment-integrated personalised programmingnot August Smart Lock

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

August Smart Lock

  • Entry-level August Smart Lock ($149.99) has no built-in Wi-Fi and requires a separate Connect Wi-Fi Bridge for remote functionality

Centr

  • Requires purchase of physical equipment to utilise the coaching app effectively
  • Equipment pricing ranges $29.99–$5,999, creating significant upfront capital requirement
  • Subscription cost for Centr Coach membership not transparently published on website

Pricing, plan by plan

August Smart Lock

On request
  • Smart Lock$149/month
    • Auto-lock
    • Auto-unlock
    • Guest access
  • WiFi Smart Lock$249/month
    • Built-in WiFi
    • Remote access
    • DoorSense

Centr

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Centr review.

Which should you pick?

Choose August Smart Lock if

  • You need retrofit design.
  • You work on IOS, Android, Web.
  • You also want auto-unlock.
August Smart Lock review

Choose Centr if

  • You need expert-led workouts.
  • You work on Mobile app (iOS/Android assumed).
  • You also want meal planning.
Centr review

Questions people ask

Is August Smart Lock or Centr better?
Neither clearly leads. August Smart Lock starts at On request and Centr at On request, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, August Smart Lock or Centr?
August Smart Lock starts at On request and Centr at On request.
Does August Smart Lock or Centr run on more platforms?
August Smart Lock runs on IOS, Android, Web. Centr runs on Mobile app (iOS/Android assumed).
What is August Smart Lock best used for?
August Smart Lock is most often used for keyless entry, guest access, remote unlock, activity monitoring. Of those, keyless entry and guest access are not what Centr is typically brought in for.
What can August Smart Lock do that Centr cannot?
August Smart Lock covers Retrofit Design, Auto-Unlock, Guest Access, Activity Log. Centr covers Expert-led workouts, Meal planning, Mindfulness content, Progress tracking. Both handle Android support, Web support.
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