Hi! We worked on one of these for a few hours & even bought a second one because we couldn’t get it. Our issue was although the adapter ring for our door size wise & per the directions, it should have been needed, it was causing the “jammed” issue. We even called the support line & they were just going to send us a new one. Now the app works seamlessly as does the keypad. Hope this saves someone the frustrations we had.
Great Video! Just wondering how is the lock working ~1 year later? Have you had any problems with it and the cold? How frequently do the batteries in it need changing? Thanks!
One more question and a concern..... My front door is metal and I wonder if that will affect its operation (its fine for my "Ring Door Cam"). The concern.... I saw another review on the Kwikset Halo Touch and the reviewer said that if you have a door that is 1 3/8 in thick (as his) then the screws that pull the front assembly to the rear through the door will be too long and he said he had to use spacers inside the assembly of the lock that mounts to the inside of the door. I don't think that will be an issue for me as my door is 1 5/8 in. While the Halo Touch is a slight different design (fingerprint pad on the outside instead of the number pad) I'm thinking the mounting might be the same (in regard to the length of the screws) ? Personally, for my application and having Ring with the ability to remotely talk to someone at the door , I can give the person the number code for their entry making this design more suited for me (then of course changing the code later). Thanks again
I live in an apartment where as maintenance has keys.... I assume that they will be able to continue unlocking with their master key ? I really liked the in depth install and review video.... it was straightforward and looks simple and I'm thinking its something I will get (I also have "Ring" and "Alexa". I just want to make sure that maintenance will still be able to get in. Also wonder if its available in a brass finish? Thanks
Hey Terry. The first thing I’d check is if the current key will work on the new lock. If you have a Kwikset lock now, it probably will. If you can rekey the lock to have the current key open it, maintenance will be able to get in. I’d recommend making sure that they will allow you to replace the deadbolt before doing it though.
This video was extremely helpful. Everything seems to work fine but the front keypad. No lights or noise when pushing any button. I’ve set up my password in the app but still does not work. Any advice?
Thanks for the video, I noticed your door handle also has the same lock, do you not lock it anymore and only depend on the Halo deadbolt now? Wondering because my front door also has a dead bolt and a door handle that use the same key.
Depending on if your handle has the re-key option, you can re-key it to the new key. If there is a small vertical slot by the key hole, you can re-key it. Hope this helps!
@@aaronfixesstuff Thanks. I just completed installing this lock. Your video really helped! Changed the lock to my original key as well. Thanks. Sucked having the door open while it is 111 here in AZ.
Thanks for your review! How’s the lock holding up? Have you ever had to reset the lock to factory settings at any point? Thinking of getting this lock for a property in another state; and was wondering how reliable it is. Thanks in advance!
So I installed this lock on a Airbnb apartment thinking I would be able to control it remotely (away from Bluetooth). Does it not work remotely? Any setup tips for that if so?
Can you open the door and set codes if you are not right next to the door? Suppose you are a landlord in a remote location that wants to open the door for a contractor - does it that work?
@@aaronfixesstuff I have Alexa and after the install of the lock, you then go into the Alexa App and select "Devices" then at the top of the screen you see a icon for all devices, you select "All Devices". From there, you click on the "+" button in the upper right corner. This brings a pop up from the bottom and you select "Add Device". You then scroll down to the available device and choose "Lock". It then prompts for the brand and select "Kwikset Halo". I didn't go any further as I have made the purchase yet..... but that process seems pretty straightforward. Hope that helps
Most people appreciate a video that costs them nothing. Then there are some people like you who just try and find a reason to “make the whole thing a farse”. You are welcome to post a better video, or to hire someone to do it for you…
I’m super not-handy and I used this plus the instructions and got this lock installed and working. Thanks.
That is fantastic to hear! I try to make all my videos easy to follow. Glad to help!!
Hi! We worked on one of these for a few hours & even bought a second one because we couldn’t get it. Our issue was although the adapter ring for our door size wise & per the directions, it should have been needed, it was causing the “jammed” issue. We even called the support line & they were just going to send us a new one. Now the app works seamlessly as does the keypad. Hope this saves someone the frustrations we had.
I just purchased this lock and your video was a great help
Awesome! Glad to hear!
I could not have done this without you!!! thank you... Tucson
Excellent. Just installed using your vid as guide. Thank you brother. D🤙😎🇺🇸
Awesome directions. Thank you!
Glad to help! Thanks for the feedback!!
Great Video! Just wondering how is the lock working ~1 year later? Have you had any problems with it and the cold? How frequently do the batteries in it need changing? Thanks!
It is a wonderful video and i really enjoy it. 😘😘😘
Keep up with good performance of video and don't give up.👍👍👍
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One more question and a concern..... My front door is metal and I wonder if that will affect its operation (its fine for my "Ring Door Cam"). The concern.... I saw another review on the Kwikset Halo Touch and the reviewer said that if you have a door that is 1 3/8 in thick (as his) then the screws that pull the front assembly to the rear through the door will be too long and he said he had to use spacers inside the assembly of the lock that mounts to the inside of the door. I don't think that will be an issue for me as my door is 1 5/8 in.
While the Halo Touch is a slight different design (fingerprint pad on the outside instead of the number pad) I'm thinking the mounting might be the same (in regard to the length of the screws) ? Personally, for my application and having Ring with the ability to remotely talk to someone at the door , I can give the person the number code for their entry making this design more suited for me (then of course changing the code later). Thanks again
Great instructions. Thank you
Awesome! Thanks for the feedback :)
Missed how to program the combination using the buttons to open and lock.
I live in an apartment where as maintenance has keys.... I assume that they will be able to continue unlocking with their master key ? I really liked the in depth install and review video.... it was straightforward and looks simple and I'm thinking its something I will get (I also have "Ring" and "Alexa". I just want to make sure that maintenance will still be able to get in. Also wonder if its available in a brass finish? Thanks
Hey Terry. The first thing I’d check is if the current key will work on the new lock. If you have a Kwikset lock now, it probably will. If you can rekey the lock to have the current key open it, maintenance will be able to get in. I’d recommend making sure that they will allow you to replace the deadbolt before doing it though.
This video was extremely helpful. Everything seems to work fine but the front keypad. No lights or noise when pushing any button. I’ve set up my password in the app but still does not work. Any advice?
Thanks for the video, I noticed your door handle also has the same lock, do you not lock it anymore and only depend on the Halo deadbolt now? Wondering because my front door also has a dead bolt and a door handle that use the same key.
Depending on if your handle has the re-key option, you can re-key it to the new key. If there is a small vertical slot by the key hole, you can re-key it. Hope this helps!
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Can more than one smartphone be connected to the lock?
What is that white stuff by your door? Here in AZ, we don't get that white fluffy stuff! Great video! Thanks!
There are some days that I envy your AZ warmth! Especially when it’s April and CO is still getting snow!! Thanks for the feedback :)
@@aaronfixesstuff Thanks. I just completed installing this lock. Your video really helped! Changed the lock to my original key as well. Thanks. Sucked having the door open while it is 111 here in AZ.
@@masulsa40 glad to help! I try to make all my videos easy to follow, and straight to the point.
@@aaronfixesstuff success!
Thanks for your review! How’s the lock holding up? Have you ever had to reset the lock to factory settings at any point?
Thinking of getting this lock for a property in another state; and was wondering how reliable it is.
Thanks in advance!
I’ve had to reset it when I switched the modem because it wouldn’t reset only the network settings. But other than that it’s working well!!
So I installed this lock on a Airbnb apartment thinking I would be able to control it remotely (away from Bluetooth). Does it not work remotely? Any setup tips for that if so?
Absolutely. As long as it is connected to WiFi, you can control it from anywhere in the world.
Can you open the door and set codes if you are not right next to the door? Suppose you are a landlord in a remote location that wants to open the door for a contractor - does it that work?
You can do that! I manage several Airbnb and I do that for guests all the time.
@@aaronfixesstuff Awesome. Thank you for the reply!
How do we unlock or set codes from app without having to be right next to the lock or on-site? I always get a “can’t connect” error when I try.
I would suggest reaching out to them and check. If the lock is connected to WiFi, you should be able to program it from anywhere.
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Thank you!!
does the old key have to be a kwikset ?? or will this work with any of them
To my understanding, Kwikset locks will only rekey with other Kwikset keys.
Do you know how I can do this manually without WIFI? To set up the passcode/word.
It also works on Bluetooth. But you have to be close to it.
would have been nice to see the lock mechanism auto lock.
Not sure what there is to see, it just turns and locks. Thanks for the feedback though.
did you install the strike?
The old one worked, so there was no need to.
@@aaronfixesstuff Thanks. The color on mine doesn't match 🥺 time to get some spray paint!
Can I install more than one lock?
Yup! You can have multiple locks on the app
Did you have any trouble with the app?
I did not. I know it has bad reviews, but honestly I really have not had issues.
@@aaronfixesstuff
Same. I installed my Halo yesterday. The Android app is a breeze. The 2.4ghz signal works flawlessly with my Wi-Fi. Maybe I'm lucky
how you open with
alexa?
I don’t have Alexa, so I am not sure unfortunately.
@@aaronfixesstuff I have Alexa and after the install of the lock, you then go into the Alexa App and select "Devices" then at the top of the screen you see a icon for all devices, you select "All Devices". From there, you click on the "+" button in the upper right corner. This brings a pop up from the bottom and you select "Add Device". You then scroll down to the available device and choose "Lock". It then prompts for the brand and select "Kwikset Halo".
I didn't go any further as I have made the purchase yet..... but that process seems pretty straightforward. Hope that helps
At The very important point of re-keying, your hand and lock moves out of the frame.not showingn what you did which makes the whole thing a farse
Most people appreciate a video that costs them nothing. Then there are some people like you who just try and find a reason to “make the whole thing a farse”. You are welcome to post a better video, or to hire someone to do it for you…