Kwikset Tylo Keyed Entry Door Knob with SmartKey Security (94002-870)

R G: Installed easily. Rekeying was very simple. Was able to rekey to a brinks branded key set that matched the rest of the house!

United States on Nov 15, 2023

CHC94: This purchase replaced a previous Kwikset doorknob from the 1980s.

Installation was relatively easy aside from lining up the screws inside the doorknob when both knobs are on the door. Otherwise, the instructions are very clear to understand and since it's 2023, there is YouTube and plenty of instructional videos to help a DIY'er along.

Kwikset did not change the diameter of the doorknob over the last 40 something years, which was a blessing since I didn't bother to measure first. I went online, found the doorknob that looked like what I had, and ordered. Yes, I'm brave like that sometimes.

United States on Nov 13, 2023

tlm550: Great and inexpensive privacy doorknobs that require a small flat blade screwdriver or similar tool to unlock from the outside. The only ones available locally had the big button/slot actuator which could be very easily turned, without any tools, by applying just a very little bit of pressure with a thumb as it was turned -- the function of privacy is non-existent in those types-- even a small child can easily unlock and open those. These are perfect; the way all privacy doorknobs should be made.

United States on Oct 14, 2023

Ben W.: Thank you

Canada on Aug 25, 2023

MMAlvado: Easy to assemble and it works fine, but has no paper instructions you have to go online. For the smartkey tool it does have paper instructions, but the smartkey tool was missing.

Update: Called customer service didn't take that long only a few minutes. Explained my situation gave my info and the smartkey tool was delivered a week after. The product is great it works as advertised now I can use the same old key I have for the top lock.

United States on Feb 20, 2023

C. Okamuro: I hate polished brass. That said, sometimes it's easier to match existing decor than to replace everything. With that in mind, I purchased 9 Kwikset 94002-868 Tylo Keyed Entry Knob with SmartKey Security in Satin Chrome. At $13 each, that came out to $120. These locks are for small salon suites, so the SmartKey functionality is pretty important (since you can't always get a key back from a previous tenant).

Installation only takes a few minutes. Rekeying is super easy. The biggest problem is directly related to the low price. Basically, most of the assembly is re-used for Tylo knobs in other finishes. That means that a cheap vineering plate sits over the base of the knob. The outer knob shell and front finishing ring sit on top of shared internals as well. It's great for cost control, but it makes the whole thing look and feel a little cheap. Finally, the internal side dies not have hidden hardware. Basically, you get what you pay for - you're getting a low price, but with so-so build quality. Conditionally Recommended

United States on Apr 11, 2022

EAG: justo lo que necesitaba

Mexico on Sep 06, 2021

Xleman: Necesitaba reemplazar una perilla sin llave que destrozo una pitbull y la verdad es que esta bastante completa, incluso no tuve que rehacer orificios ni nada, el tamaño es universal y funciona a la perfección, solo el pequeño clip o como se le pueda llamar que tiene para abrirla si se cierra accidentalmente con el seguro, es medio difícil de manejar pero fuera de eso la volvería a comprar sin dudarlo!

Mexico on Jun 24, 2021

JaliscoMexico3030JaliscoMexico3030: Asegúrate que la herramienta de programación entre hasta el tope (como dicen las instrucciones y seguir al pie de la letra) de lo contrario, se desprogramará completamente y ninguna llave te servirá. Si no entra hasta el tope, seguramente el cilindro está defectuoso y será mejor que regreses esta chapa o no intentes reprogramar porque tu chapa quedará inservible!

Otra cosa: La instalación es una pesadilla. Los tornillos de mi cerradura anterior no coincidieron milimétricamente con ésta nueva y el pistón rozaba continuamente con esta chapa por lo que la puerta no cerraba ni abría bien. Tuve que ponerle otra de las placas que tiene mas espacio para que no roce el pistón pero definitivamente no se ve bien (ver foto). Si vas a cambiar tu cerradura, definitivamente no la recomiendo por este detalle, hay otras versiones (o marcas) que ya traen la placa “pegada” al pistón y no separados.

Mexico on Jan 31, 2021

Trevor Philbrook: These quick set smart key sets do what they are intended and value for money is great. If you want they keyway to to point up on all installations it is more complicated to orient the lock mechanism than on some other brands. That said, with a little YouTube search the method is available online. It’s a little finkicky though. However it’s doable. Overall 5* but could be slightly easier to install.

Canada on Feb 09, 2020