Kwikset’s new Matter-over-Thread smart lock costs under $200

Published: 3 days ago (January 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM EST)

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Source: The Verge

Overview

The Aura Reach is a lower‑cost smart lock from Kwikset that uses Matter‑over‑Thread instead of Wi‑Fi for connectivity.
Image: Kwikset

Pricing and Release

Kwikset announced a price and release date for its Aura Reach smart lock at CES 2026 this week. A more affordable Matter‑over‑Thread option compared to the excell…

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