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August Smart Lock vs Eight Sleep

August Smart Lock logo

August Smart Lock

Software

Smart locks that work with your existing deadbolt

From
On request
Rated
-
Eight Sleep logo

Eight Sleep

Software

The sleep fitness company

From
$19/month
Rated
-

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; Eight Sleep mandatory monthly subscription ($17-$33) required for core features
  • They diverge on capability: August Smart Lock covers Retrofit Design, Eight Sleep covers Dynamic temperature control.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where August Smart Lock and Eight Sleep differ
AttributeAugust Smart LockEight Sleep
Starting priceOn request$19/month
Pricing modelone-timesubscription
PlatformsIOS, Android, WebHardware, iOS, Android
Founded20122014

Identical on both: 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 Eight Sleep

  • Dynamic temperature control
  • Sleep tracking
  • HRV monitoring
  • Gentle wake alarm
  • Dual zone temperature
  • Apple Health
  • Google Fit
  • WHOOP

Both cover

  • Android support

What people use each for

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

August Smart Lock

  • Keyless entrynot Eight Sleep
  • Guest accessnot Eight Sleep
  • Remote unlocknot Eight Sleep
  • Activity monitoringnot Eight Sleep

Eight Sleep

  • Workout trackingnot August Smart Lock
  • Nutrition managementnot August Smart Lock
  • Health monitoringnot August Smart Lock
  • Fitness coachingnot August Smart Lock
  • Wellness improvementnot 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

Eight Sleep

  • Mandatory monthly subscription ($17-$33) required for core features
  • Premium pricing starts at $2,999 for mattress cover alone
  • Pod Pro mattress rated as too firm for side sleepers with delicate pressure points
  • Edge support weakness with minimal perimeter reinforcement
  • Limited to Queen and Full sizes only

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

Eight Sleep

$19/month
  • Autopilot$19/month
    • Auto temperature
    • Sleep reports
    • Health insights

Which should you pick?

Choose August Smart Lock if

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

Choose Eight Sleep if

  • You need dynamic temperature control.
  • You work on Hardware, iOS, Android.
  • You also want sleep tracking.

Questions people ask

Is August Smart Lock or Eight Sleep better?
Neither clearly leads. August Smart Lock starts at On request and Eight Sleep at $19/month, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, August Smart Lock or Eight Sleep?
August Smart Lock starts at On request and Eight Sleep at $19/month.
Does August Smart Lock or Eight Sleep run on more platforms?
August Smart Lock runs on IOS, Android, Web. Eight Sleep runs on Hardware, iOS, Android.
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 Eight Sleep is typically brought in for.
What can August Smart Lock do that Eight Sleep cannot?
August Smart Lock covers Retrofit Design, Auto-Unlock, Guest Access, Activity Log. Eight Sleep covers Dynamic temperature control, Sleep tracking, HRV monitoring, Gentle wake alarm. Both handle Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Eight Sleep: What is the temperature control range of Eight Sleep?

Eight Sleep Pod offers independent temperature adjustment on each side of the bed, with a range of 55 to 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Each side can be controlled separately, allowing couples to have different preferences.

Source
Eight Sleep: Is a subscription required for Eight Sleep Pod?

Yes, Eight Sleep Pod requires a mandatory monthly subscription with three tiers ranging from $17 to $33 per month. The subscription includes access to sleep tracking, autopilot features, and other health analytics.

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Eight Sleep: What are the available sizes for Eight Sleep?

Eight Sleep Pod is available only in Full and Queen sizes. Half-size options are not available, which may limit options for smaller beds.

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Eight Sleep: What wearables does Eight Sleep integrate with?

Eight Sleep integrates with 40+ wearables through its Terra API partnership, including Apple Watch, Fitbit, Garmin, Oura, WHOOP, and syncs with Apple Health and Google Fit.

Source

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