Could you do some more detail? Best way might be to click the entity in dev-tools/states and then copy/paste the attribute and state info to the forum.
Hi. Here is a screen shot of the Dev. Tools relevant info. I did it this way because it shows the “link quality” sensor and attribute, which does work. Maybe you can see something obvious that makes the battery sensor and attribute not display? The only significant difference I can spot is that there is no “icon” attribute for the battery sensor.
Hi. The solution to this turned out to be simple, if not elegant. All I had to do was create a group using the sensors for each battery. Restart HA and voila! A card with the sensors and values. I would have preferred the state, link quality and battery level to be on the same card, but I can work on that later.
Thanks for your help.
Can anyone comment on the Kogan SmarterHome™ IP54 Battery Powered Fingerprint Smart Wi-Fi Door Lock at as https://www.kogan.com/au/buy/kogan-smarterhome-ip54-battery-powered-fingerprint-smart-wi-fi-door-lock/ $299
Does anybody have experience with these, it seems pretty cheap, and what is compatibility with HA like?.
It seems to fit all the things I want it to do.
Can you pls share a link to where you got the USB dongle.
You buy the itead dongle from itead: https://www.itead.cc/smart-home/cc2531-usb-dongle.html
However it is probably not the best thing to buy now. Get a zig zig ah "Zzh!" (short for "Zig-a-zig-ah!") open-source hardware licensed Zigbee USB-stick based on TI CC2652R
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If you use ZHA instead of Zigbee2MQTT then you can alternatively buy and hack ITead Sonoff ZBBridge
This seems like a good option from Gainborough and is a proper deadlock/deadbolt.
https://www.gainsboroughhardware.com.au/en/freestyle.html
https://www.gainsboroughhardware.com.au/en/products/gfs8951aur.html
Be awesome if this can be integrated to Home Assistant.
Adding this here too to expand the list 
Yale Unity Entrance Lock is compatible with HA!
I just installed it today with the intent of integrating it as a HomeKit lock but I was able to use the built in August integration to handle it via the (optional) access bridge.
It’s a (really) expensive lock but I was able to get it on sale last week from JB so that took a little sting out of it.
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Hi all,
Long thread and a lot changes so forgive me if I’ve skimmed the last two years, summary seems to be:
Only Xiaomi lock is listed officially as integration, but recent reports suggest the $~890 Yale Unity lock works too?
I was browsing and saw this at Bunnings: https://www.bunnings.com.au/lockwood-zigbee-digital-deadbolt_p0092400
For about $290 @rusty_away suggests the Lockwood Zigbee, and for those of us with Conbee or Zigbee2MQTT this seems like:
- the cheapest way to get HASSIO and this HomeKit
- The best battery life possible
Keen to hear other thoughts
Edit: @sparkydave thanks I re-added the link after the forum warned of re-posting
I think you missed the link…
Cool. The most recent review looks promising!
I have two of the Yale smartlocks (The Assure Lock® SL) with zigbee module and they both just work. Super easy to install and setup with ZHA. I’ve had very little issues with any zigbee devices but not a single issue with either of these: Yale Satin Chrome Smart Deadbolt | Bunnings Warehouse
However, once you include the cost of the Zigbee module they are $100 give or take more than the Lockwoods. Not sure its worth it and might give one of these a try next time I’m looking for a new toy.
If anyone is planing on buy the Yale Assure deadbolt within the next few days, there’s an ebay seller listing it for $295, and it’s eligble for the 20% off Afterpay Day special. There are also the modules available from other sellers for around $80 that are eligble for the sale. Just add to cart and use PAPDY20 code to check if the special applies.
Takes module + lock down to around $300.
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Hey guys. Just wanted to check what the latest is.
I’m new to HA but going deep real fast.
We will be getting a new front door soon so I’ve started looking at smart locks.
Things I’d like to be able to do:
Smart entry > door unlocks when someone gets home.
Auto lock > my wife is paranoid and always keeps doors locked.
Remote control > ability to let someone in when not home without giving a master pin code away.
Regular guest pin > for a cleaner or grandparents etc. Could be smart lock configured also I suppose but I don’t want them to have to have any apps to make it work.
I interested in what the outcome is. The Eufy Wifi Smart Lock seems to be one of the better options I could find.
I am hoping because they already have an integration with HA already, I know not for the lock but I am hopeful.
Seems to be one of the better options with fingerprint readers. I just really want to know if it is possible to integrate into HA. The lockly one looks good aswell but they don’t seem interested in integrating out of there own eco system. The Yale is missing the finger print readers which I really want. The Schlage lock doesn’t have the finger print reader either.
The Eufy integration is still being worked on, at least as far as I know it’s still got its teething problems.
I’d have a look at the Yale/Lockwood AssureSL (it’s what I went with) as you’re able to change the radio modules in it to make it compatible with Zigbee, ZWave or Homekit. Just adds a little more flexibility and if integrated into HomeAssistant, you’re able to do things like remote unlock, etc.
I’ve been leaning towards the yale one actually.
I do not currently have any other zwave or zigby devices and have been trying to research which is best but it seems the both do the same job in the end. I assume I need some sort of hub? or can i run it on my server along side HA?
Can I ask what you went with and what you think of it?
How reliable is auto unlock/smart entry as you get home? is this done using HA zones?
My one concern is to do with how it actually works. If I go into my yard or even the back of the house out of the range of the lock and then come back towards the lock, will it unlock my front door all the time?
Can you set up guest pins easily enough? is this done within HA or through something else?
Can you see logs of who opened the door, how and when?
Thanks for any insight
Maybe I am just better waiting for Yale to release a lock with the features I want. I know there is alot more development to be done in this space. The main thing I am looking for is the finger print reader built into the lock.
Correct. You’ll need a zigbee or zwave hub to use the respective devices - they’re usually USB Sticks that will work with HA . Have a poke around here or on r/homeassistant on reddit and you’ll find a heap of reccomendations.
However, I only noticed last night that they now offer something called the Yale Connect module that works with a proprietary hub which could be a good all-in-one solution for you.
I love it, it makes everything so much easier - no keys, no worries about hands free unlock, etc.
If you use the HA companion app for your phone it’s pretty reliable and with zones you can specify the size of the zone as the tracking works via the GPS in your phone so you would be able to size to include the back of your house.
Yes, however, HA doesn’t handle this, it is done directly on the lock or through an app. From what I read last night as well, if you use the yale connect module/app/hub you’re able to assign guest codes that expire after n days or only work at a set time of day.
@Luke1 - I do a fair bit of work with my hands so they’re always dirty/cut-up that fingerprint sensors don’t really work that well for me.