Yale is no stranger to making your front door smarter, but this time they’ve teamed up with ADT to add something that’s been strangely missing from the Z-Wave scene: fingerprint access. Starting today, the new Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch with Z-Wave 800 Series will be available for $279.99 on ADT’s site, and it’s coming in hot with a bag full of tricks that go far beyond just locking and unlocking your door.
Whether you’re juggling groceries, chasing kids, or just sick of digging for keys, Yale’s new lock gives you a cleaner, faster way in—and if you’re already part of the ADT+ ecosystem, it might be the smartest thing you add to your home all year.
Why Fingerprint Access Over Z-Wave Actually Matters
First off, a little context. Z-Wave is a wireless communication technology used in smart home gadgets. It’s designed to be fast, secure, and low-energy, but until now, it has been missing the biometric flair. The Assure Lock 2 Touch with Z-Wave 800 Series is the first smart lock using Z-Wave to support fingerprint recognition. That means you can now unlock your door and disarm your ADT+ security system just by pressing your thumb to the lock. Need to head out? One touch again, and it locks the door and re-arms your system.
Picture this: You’re getting home with takeout in one hand and your laptop bag in the other. You don’t want to fumble for keys, type in a code, or open an app. You just want in. This lock’s fingerprint reader has you covered. And if your hands are full of groceries or kids, it feels like a tiny victory every single time.
A Lock That Talks to Your Security System (And Actually Listens)
What makes this integration special is that the lock doesn’t just secure your door—it’s smart enough to talk directly to your ADT+ system. The moment you unlock it with your fingerprint, the system knows you’re home and disarms itself. And when you head out and lock the door, it knows you’re leaving and re-arms. It’s a seamless exchange of information that simplifies your daily routine.
This is the kind of thing that starts to feel indispensable once it’s in place. Hosting guests while you’re out? You can give them their own entry code and track who’s coming and going. Want to make sure your dog walker isn’t wandering through the wine cellar? Set up unique codes and monitor everything from the ADT+ app in real time.
Z-Wave 800 Series: What’s Under the Hood Counts
Let’s talk about what that “800 Series” bit means. The new Z-Wave 800 Series chip offers extended range, which comes in handy if your front door is a fair hike from your hub. It also sips battery life more efficiently, giving you somewhere between 9 to 12 months on a set of standard AA batteries, depending on how often you’re locking and unlocking.
And if your Wi-Fi ever flakes out—because we’ve all been there—your Z-Wave lock will keep on working smoothly. That’s because Z-Wave builds a dedicated mesh network between devices, separate from your main internet connection. So even if the router throws a tantrum, your front door won’t.
A Lock That Works the Way You Do
Yale isn’t betting everything on fingerprints. The Assure Lock 2 Touch also lets you get in using a physical key, custom PIN codes, the Auto Lock/Unlock feature, or remote access via the ADT+ app. That means your teenager who always forgets their code (but never their phone) can still use the app, and your tech-averse parent can stick to an old-fashioned key.
The Auto Unlock feature is especially handy when you’re coming home with your hands full. As long as your phone is in your pocket and you’ve enabled the setting, the lock will sense your approach and open up. Leave again, and it locks right back up—no extra taps needed.
Guest Access That Won’t Make You Cringe
One standout perk is how this lock integrates with ADT’s Trusted Neighbor program. You can assign unique access codes to babysitters, cleaners, dog walkers—whoever needs to come and go—without worrying about copying keys or complicated meet-ups. The lock can even disarm the alarm when they arrive and re-arm it when they leave, all based on the code they use or whether they’ve been granted Auto Unlock privileges.
This kind of access management makes it ridiculously easy to run your household like a mini hotel, with check-ins and check-outs monitored right from the app. And yes, you’ll get a notification when the door opens or locks, so you’ll always know what’s going on even if you’re sipping margaritas a thousand miles away.
Design That Doesn’t Scream “Smart Lock”
Aesthetically, the Assure Lock 2 Touch keeps things classy. The design mirrors the sleek style of Yale’s other Assure Lock 2 models, so it’s slim, modern, and pleasantly neutral. It comes in black suede, oil-rubbed bronze, and satin nickel—basically, choices that won’t look like you bolted a sci-fi gadget onto your door.
It’s also versatile enough to replace the vast majority of deadbolts found on U.S. and Canadian doors. Whether your door is thick or thin, and even if you’ve got a non-standard bore hole size, this lock likely fits without calling a contractor.
Privacy and Security: The Back-End Details You’ll Appreciate
Your fingerprint never leaves the lock—it’s stored locally, encrypted with AES 128-bit security, and never shared to the cloud. That’s a big deal if you care about privacy, and let’s be honest, you should. The lock is also certified to BHMA Grade 2 standards, which means it’s built tough enough for commercial-grade use but still friendly for your front porch.
Installation: DIY or Let ADT Do It
If you already have an ADT+ system, adding the Yale lock is a straightforward process through the app. The setup walks you through everything step-by-step. If you’re starting from scratch, ADT can send a professional to install both the system and the lock for you. Either way, you’re not left fumbling around trying to figure it out on your own.
The Final Word
For $279.99, the Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch with Z-Wave 800 Series is a smart addition to your home security setup that manages to strike the rare balance between techy and practical. It makes your daily routine easier, tidies up guest management, and finally gives your smart lock the one feature it’s always been missing: fingerprint access.