So-called “smart locks” are everywhere now. And with good reason: The physical key has been around for thousands of years, and homeowners have been misplacing them for nearly as long. It’s not hard to see the appeal of a device that ditches a piece of carved metal for a smartphone.

But here’s where things get confusing: There are perhaps dozens of devices that lay claim to the “smart lock” moniker, and many of them have very little in common with each other. Here’s what you need to know before buying.

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