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August Smart Lock vs Meross

August Smart Lock logo

August Smart Lock

Smart Home

Smart locks that work with your existing deadbolt

From
$29.99/mo
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Meross logo

Meross

Smart Home

Affordable smart home devices with HomeKit support

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: August Smart Lock one-time purchase model with no recurring subscription fees; Meross limited geographic availability with regional variants for US, EU, UK, AU, JP
  • They diverge on capability: August Smart Lock covers Retrofit Design, Meross covers Apple HomeKit.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where August Smart Lock and Meross differ
AttributeAugust Smart LockMeross
Starting price$29.99/moOn request
PlatformsIOS, Android, WebIOS, Android
Founded20122016

Identical on both: pricing model (one-time), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Smart Home).

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
  • Web support

Only in Meross

  • Apple HomeKit
  • No hub required
  • Energy monitoring
  • Schedules
  • Voice control
  • Scene automation
  • Apple HomeKit
  • Amazon Alexa

Both cover

  • SmartThings
  • IOS support
  • Android support

What people use each for

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

August Smart Lock

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

Meross

  • Smart plugsnot August Smart Lock
  • Lighting controlnot August Smart Lock
  • Garage automationnot August Smart Lock
  • Energy monitoringnot 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

  • One-time purchase model with no recurring subscription fees
  • Smart locks range from $129.99 to $229.99 depending on model and features

Meross

  • Limited geographic availability with regional variants for US, EU, UK, AU, JP
  • Hub dependency for certain sensors like door/window and water leak models
  • Energy monitoring limited to specific plug/switch models only
  • No Thread support on older hub models MSH300HK and MSH400
  • Regional product incompatibility between US and EU thermostat models
  • Firmware stability issues acknowledged as previously affecting connection

Pricing, plan by plan

August Smart Lock

$29.99/mo
  • Smart Lock$149.99/mo
    • Standard smart lock
  • Yale Approach Lock with Wi-Fi$129.99/mo
    • Wi-Fi enabled
  • Wi-Fi Smart Lock$229.99/mo
    • Wi-Fi connectivity
  • Smart Lock + Connect$210.99/mo
    • Lock plus connectivity module

Meross

On request
  • Smart Garage Door Opener Remote$14.99/one-time
    • Remote accessory
  • Smart Plug and Switch$18.99/one-time
    • Wi-Fi plug, surge protector, or in-wall switch
  • Smart Hub$28.99/one-time
    • Meross connectivity hub
  • Smart Thermostat$65.99/one-time
    • Sale price, regular $89.99

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 Meross if

  • You need apple homekit.
  • You work on IOS, Android.
  • You also want no hub required.
Meross review

Questions people ask

Is August Smart Lock or Meross better?
Neither clearly leads. August Smart Lock starts at $29.99/mo and Meross 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 Meross?
August Smart Lock starts at $29.99/mo and Meross at On request.
Does August Smart Lock or Meross run on more platforms?
August Smart Lock runs on IOS, Android, Web. Meross runs on 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 Meross is typically brought in for.
What can August Smart Lock do that Meross cannot?
August Smart Lock covers Retrofit Design, Auto-Unlock, Guest Access, Activity Log. Meross covers Apple HomeKit, No hub required, Energy monitoring, Schedules. Both handle SmartThings, IOS support, Android support.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

August Smart Lock: How much do August smart locks cost?

August smart locks are one-time purchases. Prices range from $129.99 for the Yale Approach Lock with Wi-Fi to $229.99 for the Wi-Fi Smart Lock. Standard Smart Lock is $149.99. Bundles like Wi-Fi Smart Lock + Keypad Touch are $249.99.

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Meross: Does Meross have geographic availability limitations?

Yes. The Meross website shows regional product variants for US, EU, UK, AU, and JP markets, indicating not all products are universally available worldwide. Regional thermostat models differ between markets, suggesting firmware or voltage differences prevent cross-region use.

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August Smart Lock: Does August offer a money-back guarantee?

Yes. August offers a 30-day money-back guarantee on purchases. Additionally, shipping is free in the United States.

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Meross: Do all Meross devices support energy monitoring?

No. Only certain plug and switch models including MSS305, MSS715, and MSS815 include energy monitoring. Basic plugs like MSS110 lack this feature.

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Meross: Do Meross sensors require a hub to operate?

Some sensors do require a hub for full functionality. Door/window sensors (MS200H) and water leak sensors (MS405H) appear to require an MSH-series hub for proper operation, limiting standalone capability.

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