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August Smart Lock vs Nanoleaf

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August Smart Lock

Software

Smart locks that work with your existing deadbolt

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Nanoleaf logo

Nanoleaf

Software

Modular smart lighting panels for creative expression

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; Nanoleaf matter control requires a compatible Matter hub, and Thread devices require a Thread border router
  • They diverge on capability: August Smart Lock covers Retrofit Design, Nanoleaf covers Modular Design.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where August Smart Lock and Nanoleaf differ
AttributeAugust Smart LockNanoleaf
PlatformsIOS, Android, WebIOS, Android, Windows, MacOS

Identical on both: starting price (On request), pricing model (one-time), free tier (No), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Unknown), founded (2012).

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
  • Web support

Only in Nanoleaf

  • Modular Design
  • Music Sync
  • Screen Mirror
  • Touch Control
  • Windows support
  • MacOS support

Both cover

  • Alexa
  • Google Home
  • HomeKit
  • 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 Nanoleaf
  • Guest accessnot Nanoleaf
  • Remote unlocknot Nanoleaf
  • Activity monitoringnot Nanoleaf

Nanoleaf

  • Colour-changing panel and strip lighting for rooms and desk setupsnot August Smart Lock
  • Screen and game reactive lighting synced to a PCnot 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

Nanoleaf

  • Matter control requires a compatible Matter hub, and Thread devices require a Thread border router
  • The desktop app requires Windows 11 or macOS 13
  • Engine DJ and Overwolf integrations are desktop only
  • The Corsair iCUE integration works with select products only
  • The API documentation is available in English 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

Nanoleaf

On request
  • Shapes Starter Kit$99/month
    • 9 panels
    • Music sync
    • Touch control
  • Lines Starter Kit$149/month
    • 9 lines
    • Backlit design
    • Modular

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 Nanoleaf if

  • You need modular design.
  • You work on IOS, Android, Windows, MacOS.
  • You also want music sync.
Nanoleaf review

Questions people ask

Is August Smart Lock or Nanoleaf better?
Neither clearly leads. August Smart Lock starts at On request and Nanoleaf 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 Nanoleaf?
August Smart Lock starts at On request and Nanoleaf at On request.
Does August Smart Lock or Nanoleaf run on more platforms?
August Smart Lock runs on IOS, Android, Web. Nanoleaf runs on IOS, Android, Windows, MacOS.
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 Nanoleaf is typically brought in for.
What can August Smart Lock do that Nanoleaf cannot?
August Smart Lock covers Retrofit Design, Auto-Unlock, Guest Access, Activity Log. Nanoleaf covers Modular Design, Music Sync, Screen Mirror, Touch Control. Both handle Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit, SmartThings.
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