Locks integration
Yale Assure Lock 2vsYale Assure Lock SL
Side-by-side smart home compatibility — HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, and Matter.
Yale Assure Lock 2
5/5
ecosystems (native)
Better pickYale Assure Lock SL
2/5
ecosystems (native)
| Ecosystem | Yale Assure Lock 2 | Yale Assure Lock SL |
|---|---|---|
| Apple HomeKit | ✓ Native support | ⚠ Workaround required |
| Amazon Alexa | ✓ Native support | ✓ Native support |
| Google Home | ✓ Native support | ✓ Native support |
| Samsung SmartThings | ✓ Matter | ✕ No |
| Matter | ✓ Matter | ✕ No |
Which should you buy?
Yale Assure Lock 2 supports more ecosystems natively. If you want the fewest workarounds, it's the stronger pick.
Yale Assure Lock 2 works natively with Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, and Matter, where Yale Assure Lock SL requires a workaround or has no support.
Yale Assure Lock 2 supports Matter/Thread, making it compatible with all major ecosystems without a bridge — a meaningful advantage for long-term smart home flexibility.
Yale Assure Lock 2 connects without a hub or bridge, while Yale Assure Lock SL requires additional hardware for full compatibility.
Yale Assure Lock 2
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