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August Smart Lock vs Tuya Smart

August Smart Lock logo

August Smart Lock

Smart Home

Smart locks that work with your existing deadbolt

From
$29.99/mo
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Tuya Smart logo

Tuya Smart

Smart Home

Global IoT platform powering thousands of smart devices

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Tuya Smart has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: August Smart Lock one-time purchase model with no recurring subscription fees; Tuya Smart no pricing information available on website; users directed to contact sales directly
  • They diverge on capability: August Smart Lock covers Retrofit Design, Tuya Smart covers Cloud Platform.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where August Smart Lock and Tuya Smart differ
AttributeAugust Smart LockTuya Smart
Starting price$29.99/moFree
Pricing modelone-timesubscription
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsIOS, Android, WebIOS, Android, Web, Hardware modules
Founded20122014

Identical on both: 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
  • HomeKit

Only in Tuya Smart

  • Cloud Platform
  • Device SDK
  • White-Label App
  • AI Features
  • Custom integrations
  • Hardware modules support

Both cover

  • Alexa
  • Google Home
  • SmartThings
  • IOS support
  • 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 Tuya Smart
  • Guest accessnot Tuya Smart
  • Remote unlocknot Tuya Smart
  • Activity monitoringnot Tuya Smart

Tuya Smart

  • Smart product developmentnot August Smart Lock
  • White-label solutionsnot August Smart Lock
  • OEM IoTnot August Smart Lock
  • Connected appliancesnot 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

Tuya Smart

  • No pricing information available on website; users directed to contact sales directly
  • IoT platform pricing model not disclosed publicly

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

Tuya Smart

Free
  • Free TierFree
    • Basic cloud
    • Device management
    • Standard features
  • EnterpriseFree
    • Advanced analytics
    • White-label
    • Priority support

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 Tuya Smart if

  • You need cloud platform.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on IOS, Android, Web, Hardware modules.
  • You also want device sdk.
Tuya Smart review

Questions people ask

Is August Smart Lock or Tuya Smart better?
Neither clearly leads. August Smart Lock starts at $29.99/mo and Tuya Smart at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, August Smart Lock or Tuya Smart?
Tuya Smart has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at $29.99/mo for August Smart Lock and Free for Tuya Smart.
Does August Smart Lock or Tuya Smart run on more platforms?
August Smart Lock runs on IOS, Android, Web. Tuya Smart runs on IOS, Android, Web, Hardware modules.
Can I use Tuya Smart for free?
Yes. Tuya Smart has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. August Smart Lock starts at $29.99/mo.
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 Tuya Smart is typically brought in for.
What can August Smart Lock do that Tuya Smart cannot?
August Smart Lock covers Retrofit Design, Auto-Unlock, Guest Access, Activity Log. Tuya Smart covers Cloud Platform, Device SDK, White-Label App, AI Features. Both handle Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, IOS 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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Tuya Smart: How do I get pricing for Tuya IoT platform?

Tuya pricing is not published on their website. Contact Tuya directly via phone (844-672-5646), email ([email protected]), or through their contact form to request a pricing quote and demo.

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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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