Smart Locks / Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) vs Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2)
Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) vs Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2)
Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2)
Real Wi-Fi and a fast fingerprint reader for $80 — the ecosystem is the compromise.
Wins overall by 0.1 points
Quick Verdict
The Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) wins by 0.1 points, which is not enough to settle it. Face, fingerprint, Home Key and two spare batteries — but no published security grade. Pick on the specs that matter to you, not the overall score.
The Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) and Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) are both closely matched smart Lock models, and the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) is $269 cheaper than the Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) ($79.98 vs $349). On Value, the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) leads (9.5 vs 6.5/10) — security, entry methods and connectivity relative to price, including accessories you must buy separately. On Smart Home Support, the Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) leads (6.0 vs 3.5/10) — matter, Thread, Apple Home Key, Alexa, Google and SmartThings breadth — and how many features you lose in each. On Entry Methods, the Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) leads (9.5 vs 7.0/10) — keypad, fingerprint, face, NFC fobs, Apple Home Key and UWB approach unlock. Overall, the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) scores 7.1/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 7.0/10 for the Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W), though the gap is close enough that your specific use case should decide it. Below, we break down the full spec sheet, category-by-category scores, and exactly who should buy which one.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Spec | Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) | Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $349.00 | $79.98 |
| Release Year | 2024 | 2025 |
| Lock Type | Full deadbolt replacement | Full deadbolt replacement |
| ANSI/BHMA Grade | Not published by the manufacturer — Lockly advertises a 5-year mechanical warranty and lifetime support instead of an ANSI/BHMA grade | Listed as BHMA Grade 2 on retail listings; Wyze does not publish a certification number or ANSI standard reference |
| Keeps Existing Keyway | No — new Lockly cylinder and keys | No — the exterior cylinder and keys are replaced |
| Smart Radio | 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth built into the lock. No Matter and no Thread | 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth built into the lock. No Matter, no Thread, no Z-Wave |
| Hub or Bridge Required | No — the Wi-Fi radio is in the lock and Lockly charges no subscription for remote access | No — the Wi-Fi radio is in the lock itself |
| Apple Home Key | Yes — tap with iPhone or Apple Watch | No |
| UWB Hands-Free Unlock | No — approach detection is radar, not UWB, so it recognises a face rather than a phone | No |
| Biometrics | 3D facial recognition (radar, not a camera) plus a 0.2s AI fingerprint sensor | Fingerprint, up to 50 prints stored on the lock |
| Battery Type | 2 x 10,000mAh rechargeable packs (both included) with a USB-C backup contact | 8 x AA alkaline (included) |
| Claimed Battery Life (months) | Sources conflict: Lockly claims up to 8 months per charge, while Tom's Guide found the default settings needed roughly monthly charging | 8 |
| Backup Power & Key Override | Physical key cylinder, a second charged battery pack you can hot-swap, and a USB-C emergency power contact | Physical key cylinder plus a USB-C emergency power port on the exterior |
| Door Thickness / Backset | Standard US single-cylinder deadbolt prep; Lockly does not publish a door-thickness or backset range on the product page | Standard US single-cylinder deadbolt prep; Wyze does not publish a door-thickness or backset range |
| Warranty | 12 months | 12 months |
| Colors | Satin Nickel, Matte Black | Matte Black |
Category Scores
Security
The Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) leads clearly here, 5.5 against 5.0 — a 0.5-point margin on published ANSI/BHMA grade, bolt and cylinder strength, and whether the lock upgrades or merely inherits the keyway already on your door. If that is what you are buying for, the Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Fail-Safe Access
The Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) and Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) are level here, at 8.5/10 each. what happens when the battery dies, the Wi-Fi drops or the app is down — physical key, emergency power contact and offline codes. The spec buyers most often discover too late is not what separates these two — look to the categories where the scores diverge.
Connectivity
The Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) leads clearly here, 8.0 against 6.0 — a 2.0-point margin on which radios are actually inside the lock, and whether a hub or bridge is needed and included. If that is what you are buying for, the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Smart Home Support
The Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) leads clearly here, 6.0 against 3.5 — a 2.5-point margin on matter, Thread, Apple Home Key, Alexa, Google and SmartThings breadth — and how many features you lose in each. If that is what you are buying for, the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Entry Methods
The Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) leads clearly here, 9.5 against 7.0 — a 2.5-point margin on keypad, fingerprint, face, NFC fobs, Apple Home Key and UWB approach unlock. If that is what you are buying for, the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Battery Life
The Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) leads clearly here, 8.0 against 5.5 — a 2.5-point margin on real-world runtime, cell cost and how much recharging or replacing it demands. If that is what you are buying for, the Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Installation & Fit
The Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) leads clearly here, 8.5 against 7.0 — a 1.5-point margin on DIY difficulty, retrofit versus full replacement, and door thickness, backset and bore limits. If that is what you are buying for, the Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Value
The Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) leads clearly here, 9.5 against 6.5 — a 3.0-point margin on security, entry methods and connectivity relative to price, including accessories you must buy separately. If that is what you are buying for, the Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Best For
Choose the Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) if…
- • Smart Home Support matters most to you — the Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) scores 6.0/10 here (matter, Thread, Apple Home Key, Alexa, Google and SmartThings breadth — and how many features you lose in each).
- • Entry Methods matters most to you — the Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) scores 9.5/10 here (keypad, fingerprint, face, NFC fobs, Apple Home Key and UWB approach unlock).
- • Connectivity matters most to you — the Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) scores 8.0/10 here (which radios are actually inside the lock, and whether a hub or bridge is needed and included).
- • Your main use case is apple-home.
Choose the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) if…
- • Value matters most to you — the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) scores 9.5/10 here (security, entry methods and connectivity relative to price, including accessories you must buy separately).
- • Battery Life matters most to you — the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) scores 8.0/10 here (real-world runtime, cell cost and how much recharging or replacing it demands).
- • You want to spend less — it's $269 cheaper.
Pros & Cons
Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W)
Pros
- +More ways in than anything else here: face, fingerprint, PIN Genie keypad, Apple Home Key, app and a physical key
- +Face unlock uses radar rather than a camera, so there is no video feed to secure and no cloud storage bill
- +Two rechargeable packs in the box means you always have a charged spare — no lock in this set handles a flat battery better
- +Wi-Fi is built in and Lockly charges nothing monthly for remote unlock, codes or history
Cons
- −No published ANSI/BHMA grade at all, at $349 — you cannot compare its physical security to the Grade 1 Schlage or Level
- −Battery claims do not survive contact with reviewers: Lockly says up to 8 months, Tom's Guide found monthly charging at default settings
- −No Matter and no Thread, so it is locked to Lockly's cloud for anything beyond Apple Home Key taps and voice assistants
- −There is no video feed despite the doorbell-like face sensor, which surprises buyers who expect a camera
Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2)
Pros
- +The cheapest lock here with genuine built-in Wi-Fi — no bridge, no hub, no subscription
- +Fingerprint reader is the standout: reviewers report sub-second, weather-tolerant reads
- +Keyed cylinder AND a USB-C emergency contact, which several $300 locks here do not both have
- +IP53-rated and runs 8 months on eight cheap AA cells
Cons
- −No Matter, no Thread, no Apple Home — it lives inside the Wyze app and Alexa/Google, and that is the whole ecosystem
- −The BHMA Grade 2 claim appears only on retail listings; Wyze publishes no certification listing to check it against
- −Eight AA batteries is a lot of dead weight and a lot of cells to buy
- −Wyze's history of app outages and security incidents is a real consideration for a device that guards your front door
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FAQs
Is the Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) or Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) comes out ahead overall. See the full breakdown in the scores section above — the right pick still depends on which categories matter most for your use case.
Which is better for Value, the Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) or the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2)?+
The Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) scores higher on Value (9.5/10 vs 6.5/10) — security, entry methods and connectivity relative to price, including accessories you must buy separately.
Which is better for Smart Home Support, the Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) or the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2)?+
The Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) scores higher on Smart Home Support (6.0/10 vs 3.5/10) — matter, Thread, Apple Home Key, Alexa, Google and SmartThings breadth — and how many features you lose in each.
Which is better for Entry Methods, the Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) or the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2)?+
The Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) scores higher on Entry Methods (9.5/10 vs 7.0/10) — keypad, fingerprint, face, NFC fobs, Apple Home Key and UWB approach unlock.
Which is better for Battery Life, the Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) or the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2)?+
The Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) scores higher on Battery Life (8.0/10 vs 5.5/10) — real-world runtime, cell cost and how much recharging or replacing it demands.
Is the Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) worth the price difference over the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2)?+
The Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) is the cheaper option at $79.98 versus $349. Whether the pricier model is "worth it" depends on how much you value its lead in Value.
Which is better suited to my use case?+
The Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) is the better fit if you mainly care about apple-home. The Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) is the better fit for fingerprint or rentals.
What's the warranty on the Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) vs the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2)?+
The Lockly Visage Zeno Series (PGK728W) ships with a 12-month warranty; the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) ships with a 12-month warranty. Always confirm current terms on the manufacturer's site before buying.
Should I wait for the next model instead of buying either of these?+
If either model is more than two years old, a successor may be close — check the "Latest Model" link on each product page. Otherwise, both are current, well-supported options and there's no strong reason to wait.
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