Kwikset

What Kwikset does

Kwikset is the residential door hardware and smart lock brand of ASSA ABLOY Americas Residential Inc., a subsidiary of Sweden-listed conglomerate ASSA ABLOY Group, headquartered in Lake Forest, California, with brand roots dating to 1949. The company sells mechanical locks (deadbolts, knobs, levers, handlesets, padlocks), electronic deadbolts and levers, and a connected smart lock portfolio organized around the Halo (Wi-Fi/Matter), Aura (Bluetooth/Matter), Premis (Apple HomeKit), Obsidian, and Kevo lines. The proprietary SmartKey Security re-key technology and KwikSlide handle mechanism are recurring differentiators, while the UNITE Access Control platform targets the multifamily property segment.

The technology stack spans Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Matter over Thread, Z-Wave, Zigbee, and Apple Home Keys, with commitments to the Aliro 1.0 universal digital access standard and vehicle integration via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Products are certified to BHMA Grades AAA, 2, and 3 and carry a UL 20-minute fire rating on key SKUs. Distribution is omnichannel: Home Depot, Lowe's, Amazon, Kwikset.com, trade professional sales, and integration partnerships with ButterflyMX (multifamily), Rently (rental housing), and Home Depot's Hubspace 2.0 platform. End customers include homeowners, short-term rental owners, multifamily property operators, and trade professionals such as locksmiths and builders.

Kwikset's revenue model is predominantly one-time hardware sales, with pricing tiered from entry-level levers around $47.99 to premium handlesets at $165 and higher-end smart locks commanding premium pricing. No recurring subscription revenue is disclosed. The brand is being actively repositioned around smart-home interoperability standards, multifamily access control, and consolidated smart lock operations following the 2026 absorption of Level Home.

Name

Kwikset

Legal name

ASSA ABLOY Americas Residential Inc.

Website

https://kwikset.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1949

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Kwikset is a residential door hardware and smart lock brand owned by ASSA ABLOY Group, selling mechanical locks, electronic deadbolts, and connected smart locks through Home Depot, Lowe's, Amazon, and trade channels to homeowners, multifamily operators, and trade professionals.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Door Hardware & Smart Locks

NAICS

Security Systems Services (except Locksmiths) (561621), Security Systems Services (56162)

SIC

Cutlery, Handtools & General Hardware (3420)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Smart Lock Hardware (Keypad, Keyless, Biometric, Connected) (HSAHAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Smart Lock Software Platforms & Mobile Apps (Access Control SaaS) (HSAHAEAG), Smart Lock Installation, Retrofit & Door Hardware Services (HSAHAEAB), Smart Locks & Access Control Retail (CRAIAMAD), Key Management, Duplication & Locksmith Services (HSAHAEAD), Architectural Hardware & Door Controls (Hinges, Locks, Closers, Panic Devices) (IMADAIAI), Home Security & Access Control (Cameras, Alarms, Smart Locks) (HSAPAQAB)

Keywords

• Residential door hardware
• Smart door locks
• Electronic deadbolts
• Multifamily access control
• Keyless entry systems

Headquarters

HQ city

Lake Forest

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: One-time sales of mechanical and electronic door locks, deadbolts, handlesets, levers, knobs, and accessories through retail and e-commerce channels

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Kwikset manufactures and sells residential door hardware and smart locks, including mechanical deadbolts, knobs, levers, handlesets, padlocks, and electronic/smart locks (Halo, Aura, Premis, Obsidian, Kevo, Powerbolt, SmartCode series) as well as the UNITE access control system for multifamily properties. Its proprietary SmartKey Security technology enables consumer self-re-keying, and smart lock products support Matter, Z-Wave, Zigbee, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and Apple HomeKit ecosystems.

Product overview

Kwikset is a residential security brand and division of ASSA ABLOY Group, offering a comprehensive portfolio of door hardware and smart lock solutions. The product lineup spans mechanical locks (deadbolts, knobs, levers, handlesets, padlocks) and electronic/smart locks, with the smart lock ecosystem organized around multiple technology platforms: Halo series (Wi-Fi/Matter enabled including Select, Select Plus, Touch, Keypad, Touchscreen), Aura series (Bluetooth/Matter), Premis (Apple HomeKit), Obsidian (touchscreen), and Kevo (Bluetooth touch-to-open). UNITE Access Control serves the multi-family property market. The portfolio features proprietary SmartKey Security re-key technology across most products, with newer models supporting Matter standard for cross-platform smart home integration. The Kwikset App provides unified control with vehicle integration via Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• SmartKey Security: Proprietary re-key technology allowing users to re-key locks themselves in seconds
• Halo
• Aura
• Premis
• Powerbolt
• SmartCode
• UNITE
• Signature Series
• Halifax LED
• Caerus

Products and services

• Halo Select Plus Smart Lock Wi-Fi and Matter-enabled touchscreen smart lock with Apple Home Keys support, tap-to-unlock functionality, and remote access via the Kwikset app; designed for residential homeowners.
• Halo Select Smart Lock Wi-Fi and Matter-enabled smart lock available in contemporary, soft modern, and touchscreen variants, offering remote access and smart home ecosystem integration for homeowners.
• Halo Touch Fingerprint Smart Lock Wi-Fi enabled smart lock with built-in fingerprint biometric authentication for touch-to-open keyless entry, available in contemporary and traditional designs for residential use.
• Aura Reach Smart Deadbolt Matter and Bluetooth enabled smart deadbolt designed for DIY installation, with smart home ecosystem integration via Thread protocol.
• Premis Apple HomeKit Smart Lock Apple HomeKit enabled smart lock offering Home app control, Siri voice commands, and remote access via Apple TV or HomePod hub for residential use.
• Obsidian Touchscreen Electronic Deadbolt Keyless electronic touchscreen deadbolt with sleek minimalist design, available in Zigbee and Z-Wave enabled variants for residential use.
• UNITE Access Control System Multi-family and commercial property access control system featuring Bluetooth and RFID-enabled electronic locks integrated with property management platforms like ButterflyMX for cloud-based access management.
• SmartCode 917 Electronic Lever Residential electronic lever with keyless entry, BHMA Class AAA rating, 30 user codes, SmartKey Security for re-keying, and reversible lever for left/right-hand doors.
• SmartCode 955 Light Commercial Electronic Lever Light commercial electronic lever designed for office doors, storage closets, and interior garage doors, featuring keypad entry and BHMA certification.
• Powerbolt 250 Electronic Deadbolt Transitional keypad electronic deadbolt with 25 user codes, auto-lock, vacation mode, 12-month battery life, and Grade 3 security rating for residential entry doors.
• Mechanical Deadbolts Traditional mechanical deadbolts available in contemporary, traditional, and transitional designs with multiple finishes for residential exterior doors.
• Mechanical Levers Door levers in mechanical, keyless entry, and electronic smart versions, available in contemporary, traditional, and transitional styles for residential interiors and exteriors.
• Mechanical Knobs Interior and exterior door knobs available in contemporary, traditional, and transitional styles with multiple finish options for residential use.
• Security Sets Combination packs pairing door knobs or levers with matching deadbolts for coordinated residential entryway hardware in various styles.
• Handlesets (Peralta, Montara, Caerus) Residential handlesets including Peralta (2-point locking), Montara (traditional), and Caerus (with KwikSlide sliding handle), all featuring SmartKey Security re-key technology.
• Kwikset Padlocks Security padlocks available in six categories (Outdoor Professional, Outdoor Performance, Outdoor Everyday, Key Storage, Travel, Bicycle & Sporting Equipment) featuring SmartKey Security for re-keying convenience.
• Halifax Occupancy Indicator Lever Privacy door hardware lever with red/green occupancy indicator visible from up to 40 feet, designed for shared bathrooms in commercial or residential settings; features Grade AAA certification, Microban antimicrobial protection, and lifetime warranty, starting at $47.99.
• Smart Bolt Elite (with Rently) Next-generation smart lock co-developed with Rently for the rental housing market, combining SmartKey Security re-key technology with hub-independent operation, multiple access options, and integration with self-guided touring technology.

Quantifiable outcome

• Smart smoke detectors lead property-provided smart home devices at 9% adoption among US internet households in multidwelling units, with smart thermostats and smart door locks following
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration16 records

AI capability2 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• ButterflyMXcoreTechnology or Integration · 1 April 2026Integration connecting Kwikset's UNITE Bluetooth and RFID-enabled electronic locks to the ButterflyMX cloud-based property access and security platform. Enables residents in multifamily, student housing, commercial, and gated communities to unlock unit doors directly from the ButterflyMX mobile app without requiring managed Wi-Fi networks or connectivity hubs. Targets property owners and operators seeking to consolidate building and unit access into a single platform.
• Connectivity Standards Alliance (Aliro 1.0)coreTechnology or Integration · 1 February 2026Kwikset is preparing for Aliro 1.0 certification as part of the Connectivity Standards Alliance. Aliro is a new communication protocol and credential standard for digital access control supporting NFC, Bluetooth LE, and UWB technologies. Over 220 companies including Apple, Google, Samsung, and major lock manufacturers support the standard. Aliro enables any smartphone to unlock compatible smart locks using digital wallets without third-party apps.
• Apple, Google, Samsung (Aliro)coreTechnology or Integration · 1 February 2026Major technology companies committed to achieving Aliro 1.0 certification alongside smart lock manufacturers including Kwikset, Allegion, Aqara, and Nuki. Aliro supports Bluetooth Low Energy, NFC, and Ultra Wideband technologies, solving fragmentation in the smart home access control market by providing Apple Home Key-like functionality across all platforms.
• Home Depot (Hubspace)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 1 January 2026Partnership for smart locks launching in 2026 through Home Depot's exclusive Hubspace 2.0 smart home platform. Hubspace 2.0 introduces Hubspace Connect technology enabling direct communication between devices without complex rewiring. The platform is powered by Afero's enterprise IoT technology and positions Kwikset as part of an affordable, easy-to-install smart home alternative available exclusively through The Home Depot.
• RentlycoreTechnology or Integration · 1 April 2025Partnership to launch Smart Bolt Elite, a next-generation smart lock designed for the rental housing market. Combines Rently's leasing automation and self-guided touring technology with Kwikset's SmartKey Security re-key technology. Features hub-independent operation, multiple access options, and instant re-keying capabilities for single-family and multifamily rental markets. Product undergoing testing with full launch scheduled for fall 2025.
• AmazoncoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKwikset locks sold through Amazon as a major retail channel, alongside Home Depot and Lowe's. Amazon serves as both a distribution channel and platform for smart home integration with Alexa.
• Parks AssociatesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerKwikset participates in Parks Associates' CONNECTIONS conference and Smart Spaces conference as a speaker and technology provider. Parks Associates releases research on smart home adoption, security solutions, and consumer behavior influencing Kwikset's market strategy.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Emerging players

• Lockitron: Early smart retrofit deadbolt player offering Bluetooth/Wi-Fi replacement locks with remote access and HomeKit integration. Comparable as a smart lock specialist competing on DIY retrofit value pricing against Kwikset's Aura and Powerbolt electronic lines.
• Latch: Multifamily-focused smart access and intercom platform (Latch M, Latch C, full-building system) competing for the same property operator budget that Kwikset's UNITE/ButterflyMX/Rently stack targets. Comparable specifically on the multifamily access control motion of Kwikset's UNITE line.
• Nuki: European smart lock brand (Nuki Smart Lock Pro, Smart Lock Go) with Matter, Thread, and Aliro commitments, expanding into the US. Comparable as a tech-forward retrofit/retrofit-style lock competitor in the connected residential category, especially relevant as Aliro-certified peers.

Broad incumbents

• ASSA ABLOY (Group): Swedish-listed parent corporation of Kwikset, with overlapping residential brands (Yale, VingCard, TESA) and a global access solutions portfolio. Relevant as the platform for Kwikset's capital allocation, R&D scale, and global reach, and as the broader benchmark for residential lock industry dynamics.
• SimpliSafe: Whole-home security system provider with integrated Smart Lock (and Yale partnership) bundled with alarm monitoring. Overlaps Kwikset's residential security proposition through integrated smart home monitoring and adjacent hardware rather than standalone lock specialization.
• Allegion: Publicly traded parent of Schlage, Von Duprin, and LCN, competing across residential and commercial access hardware. Comparable as a diversified lock/access conglomerate rivaling ASSA ABLOY's residential lock portfolio (including Kwikset) across categories and geographies.

Direct peers

• Schlage: Allegion-owned residential lock and smart lock brand that competes head-to-head with Kwikset at Home Depot, Lowe's, and Amazon across mechanical deadbolts, Encode Wi-Fi locks, and Home Key-compatible smart locks. Closest direct competitor in product line breadth, retail presence, and BHMA-rated security portfolio.
• Yale Home: ASSA ABLOY sister brand under the same parent as Kwikset, offering Assure Lock 2 and Yale Approach with Matter, HomeKit, Z-Wave, and Aliro support. Direct comparable in smart lock product architecture and residential security positioning, often co-existing with Kwikset in multifamily and retail channels.
• Aqara: Smart lock and whole-home IoT brand with U100/U200/U300 Zigbee/Matter locks and Home Key support, also Aliro 1.0 committed. Competes with Kwikset's Halo/Aura lines on Matter-based DIY smart locks and is a fellow member of major smart home standards coalitions.
• August Home: Smart retrofit lock pioneer (Wi-Fi Smart Lock, HomeKit-enabled models) competing in the connected deadbolt category with a focus on DIY installation over the existing deadbolt. Highly comparable on smart lock features (remote access, voice integrations, geofencing) and on Home Depot/Lowe's/Amazon distribution.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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