Kwikset 816 Key Control Deadbolt Lock, Satin Nickel Round Exterior Keyed Front Entry Door, Pick Resistant SmartKey Rekey Security, Single Cylinder Dead Bolt, with Microban Protection

Rating: ★★★★★Review:I recently upgraded my home security with the Kwikset 98160-016 Contemporary Key Control deadbolt in a sleek Matte Black finish, and I am thoroughly impressed. This deadbolt is not just functional but also adds a touch of modern elegance to my entryway. With its outstanding performance and attention to detail, it easily earns a well-deserved 5/5 rating. Let's dive into why this deadbolt is truly vine-worthy.First and foremost, the design of the Kwikset 98160-016 deadbolt is striking. The Matte Black finish exudes sophistication and seamlessly complements my home's contemporary aesthetics. The clean lines and minimalist style blend beautifully with both modern and transitional decor, elevating the overall curb appeal of my house. This deadbolt is an instant eye-catcher that effortlessly enhances the visual appeal of any front door.Installation was a breeze, thanks to the clear and concise instructions provided. The deadbolt fits standard door preparations, and the adjustable latch ensures a perfect fit. I was particularly impressed with the ease of key control customization. With the included keying kit, I could easily rekey the lock to match my existing Kwikset key, providing me with added convenience and flexibility.When it comes to security, the Kwikset 98160-016 deadbolt excels. The advanced SmartKey Security technology provides exceptional protection against common break-in techniques. It offers a reinforced metal strike plate and a solid, heavy-duty construction that gives me peace of mind. The deadbolt operates smoothly, and the key control feature adds an extra layer of security, allowing me to control who can duplicate keys and ensuring that only authorized individuals have access to my home.Functionality-wise, this deadbolt is top-notch. The turn-piece interior allows for quick and easy locking and unlocking from inside the house. The exterior side features a sleek keyway that smoothly accepts the key and turns effortlessly. The deadbolt's smooth operation and precise key control mechanism make it a pleasure to use daily.Durability is another notable aspect of this deadbolt. The high-quality materials and meticulous craftsmanship ensure its long-lasting performance. The Matte Black finish has proven to be resistant to wear and tear, maintaining its striking appearance even with regular use. This deadbolt is built to withstand the test of time and provide reliable security for years to come.In summary, the Kwikset 98160-016 Contemporary Key Control deadbolt in Matte Black is a remarkable addition to any home. Its stylish design, effortless functionality, robust security features, and durability make it a vine-worthy choice for homeowners seeking both aesthetics and reliability. Elevate your home security with this deadbolt, and enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing your home is protected with style.

I love when directions are written by a professional. Easy to read and follow.

This is the nicest deadbolt I’ve ever installed. It’s very good quality, looks fantastic, and was super easy to install. It’s very smooth action as well. Goes great with the matching contemporary locking doorknob. Get it & you won’t be disappointed. I’m buying another set now. Super happy with this.

We own 6 rental properties, manage 4 others, and we hope to own more soon. Managing keys was getting to be a challenge as we maintain 4 sets of keys for each property (my car, my wife's car, our office set, and the tenant set). Re-keying a property required 5 sets of to be replaced.This lock made the process much easier as we now only keep 1 master key in each vehicle and 1 in the office. We also keep 1 copy of the tenant key in our office. When we re-key we will just swap the tenant keys from one house to another so we don't actually need to buy new keys...and our master will always work.It was a 10 second process to re-key each lock to use the same master key, so that was easy. In the future it will be that easy to re-key the tenant keys as well. The only problem was that now I only have 1 copy of the master key, if I lost it then I would have to buy the re-key cradle and disassemble every lock to re-key to a new master key. Not ideal.Here's where things got SUPER frustrating for me...trying to get a copy of the master key was a nightmare. It looks very similar to the tenant key shape but it is just different enough that a tenant key won't work. The tenant key uses key style "KW1" which any key machine or hardware store can make. The master key uses an "816" style with Kwikset Model Number 83382. If you take the master key to a key kiosk or hardware store then they will think it is the same as a KW1 and will copy it for you. It will not work, trust me on this I tried: Walmart, Lowe's, Home Depot, Minute Key, and KeyMe.I called local locksmiths and they did not know of an "816" key.Last resort - I read the Q&A section on Amazon and found someone saying they had to order keys from Kwikset and they provided the phone number (Thank you!). I called Kwikset and the CS agent was very polite and offered to send me 4 master key blanks for free. That's awesome because at this point I was quite frustrated.But wait, there's more! After placing the order for the spare keys, the CS agent said the keys were backordered for 6-8 weeks! I searched online for other ways to buy the keys. HomeDepot showed I could buy 10 for $2.38, cool I'll do that. I placed the order but the website gave me an error. I called CS and they said the website was wrong and they actually did not have any in stock. Everywhere else online wanted $15-30 PER KEY.So, I'm being very careful with my key and waiting 6-8 weeks with fingers crossed. When I get them in then I'll have to find a locksmith that will cut them for me. I sure hope that is easier than what I've been through so far!I suggested to the CS agent that they could simplify this by just including a blank key in the box with the lock. Then if you need a copy of that master key or a master key from another lock then you can get it made at a locksmith. I hope they do this in the future.

It was worth the price. We farmhoused all doors and changed with these and LOVE them!

Used for new construction. Product feels heavy duty. Sleek and clean look.

Love the smart key feature. My only real complaints are the lack of info on the master key that was included and there weren’t any plate options for the bolt face plate like there were with the door knob. The door knob had one with square corners and one with rounded corners depending on how yours was mortised. It’s a small feature that would really only bother perfectionists like me, but it still should have been included.

Great

This installs very easily, and once installed operates very smoothly. It really feels like a quality deadbolt, which IMO is a great thing for your own peace of mind but also your tenant's. If you weren't familiar with this style of deadbolt you'd have no idea there was a second lock cylinder in there, either.One note though, my entry door only had a 1 1/2" hole and not the 2 1/8" hole this lock requires. Re-drilling a perfectly centered hole in a steel-faced door is tricky, so what i did instead is trace an outline of the hole size I needed, then drilled a whole bunch of 1/16" holes around that circle on either side of the door. Then chiseled/filed that hole to final size. Took a bit of work and made a mess, but it was pretty straightforward and meant that I didn't have to either replace the door or find a new deadbolt.

Llegó en el tiempo estipulado, pero tuve que regresarlo la primera vez ya que tenía un defecto de fábrica y, por ende no se podría completar su instalación. pero todo fue muy rápido y el servicio de Amazon muy bueno con respecto a ello. apenas estaba yo preparando el retorno del producto y ya se había generado una segunda entrega. la segunda chapa llegó muy bien; se instaló relativamente fácil, sin embargo no le doy las 5 estrellas porque seguí al pie de la letra el proceso de programación de la llave, pero no ha funcionado. O quizá yo no estoy entendiendo algo. En fin. Por lo demás, todo muy bien.

Exelente producto 100% recomendable.

Great product

Muy fácil de instalar y segura