Kwikset Expands Smart Home Security with New Garage Door Opener and Enhanced Smart Lock

Kwikset announced an expanded lineup of connected home security solutions launching this fall, including the company's first entry into the garage access category with the Kwikset FLEX Smart Garage Door Opener and the enhanced Halo Select Plus smart lock. This expansion reinforces Kwikset's commitment to making every home entry point smarter, more convenient, and more secure.

The Kwikset FLEX Smart Garage Door Opener represents a strategic move into new territory for the established security brand. Available in two models, the FLEX 800 features a three-quarter horsepower motor with long-lasting LED lighting, while the FLEX 1000B offers a one-horsepower motor, brighter lighting, and built-in battery backup for uninterrupted operation. Both models include quiet operation, installer-friendly features, and Kwikset's patented anti-theft door release technology that helps prevent forced entry. Homeowners can operate their garage doors remotely through the Kwikset app or from their vehicles using Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, or HomeLink.

Jeff Sandoval, director of electronics marketing at Kwikset, stated that the FLEX system represents an important extension of their single-family electronics portfolio, complementing their family of connected products to deliver a complete residential access control solution. The garage door openers will begin rolling out in select U.S. markets in mid-October, followed by nationwide availability in November.

Simultaneously, Kwikset is expanding its Halo portfolio with the introduction of the Halo Select Plus smart lock priced at $342. This enhanced model features home key in Apple Wallet and Matter support, allowing homeowners to unlock their doors with a simple tap of their iPhone or Apple Watch. The lock builds on the original Halo Select's features, including remote access via the Kwikset app, built-in Wi-Fi, keyless entry with schedulable access codes, and a discreet door status sensor. Real-time phone notifications through event logs and tamper alerts provide homeowners with confidence in their door security.

The Halo Select Plus integrates with Amazon Alexa, Apple Home, and Google Home for voice commands and automations, with optional Matter over Thread connectivity for reliable smart home communication. Available in Satin Nickel and Matte Black finishes, the lock features a sleek, low-profile design and simple installation requiring only a screwdriver. Sandoval emphasized that Halo Select Plus brings a new level of convenience by letting homeowners unlock their doors through multiple methods that work best for them.

Kwikset is also expanding the original Halo Select line with additional style variants, including a Contemporary style available through Amazon, Lowe's, and other retailers, and a Soft Modern style launching exclusively at The Home Depot. These new variants join the existing Transitional style, providing homeowners with more design flexibility to align smart security with their home's aesthetic. The new Halo Select variants will be priced at $298, with all new products available through major retailers this fall.