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Yale and Matter: which Yale smart locks work with Matter, which hub you need, and how to set them up

In the US, the Yale Smart Lock with Matter has Matter over Thread built in, and the Assure Lock SL works with Matter through Yale's Matter module. In Europe, the UK and South Africa, the Linus L2 supports Matter over Wi-Fi. Every platform still needs its own Matter hub, and the Thread locks also need a Thread border router.

Which Yale locks work with Matter

The clearest US answer is the Yale Smart Lock with Matter (YRD510). The CSA's product listing for the YRD510-MT1 shows a certified date of 04/01/2025, Matter specification version 1.4, and a transport interface of Thread plus Bluetooth. The listing's description is written around Google Home and says remote access requires a Matter-enabled hub. Yale's US store product page lists the model as YRD510-MT1-SNW and says Yale smart locks and devices bought on that site will not operate outside the United States or Canada, so treat this as a US and Canada product.

The Assure Lock SL with Matter is a different path: it's the YRD256 lock plus Yale's Matter Smart Module, sold as a bundle. The CSA listing for the Yale Matter Smart Module shows a certified date of 08/15/2023, Matter spec version 1.0, and transport of Thread plus Bluetooth. Yale's Matter module FAQ says "Currently, YRD256 is compatible with the Matter module" and that the Yale Access app is not compatible with the Yale Assure Lock SL with Matter (YRD256-MT1). Note that the YRD256's own CSA listing is a Zigbee 3.0 certification from 2021 — the Matter capability comes from the module, not the base lock. The Verge reported in March 2025 that Yale had not yet released a Matter-over-Thread module for its Assure 2 products, and that the Yale Approach retrofit lock would be upgraded to Matter-over-Thread "at some point"; the sources don't say whether either has happened since.

In Europe, the UK and South Africa, the Linus L2 (and per Yale UK, the Linus L2 Lite) supports Matter. The CSA listing for the Yale Linus Smart Lock L2 shows a certified date of 05/30/2025, Matter spec version 1.2, and transport of Wi-Fi plus Bluetooth. Yale South Africa says existing Linus L2 users can enable Matter through a firmware upgrade — the lock needs firmware 2.0.20 or above and the Yale Home app needs version 2024.11.0 or above. MatterCheck tracks four Yale products out of 391 products in its database, all door locks: the YRD510-MT1 (Thread + Bluetooth), the Linus L2 (Wi-Fi), and two products listed in CSA records as Thread — the Durus Smart Lock and the Smart Code Handle. Yale's pages in these sources don't describe the Durus or Smart Code Handle, so MatterCheck's data only lists their transport from CSA records. To check any Yale product, look for the Matter logo on the packaging and confirm the CSA listing — see our products page and guide to checking CSA certification.

Thread, Wi-Fi and the hub you need

The YRD510 and the Yale Matter Smart Module are both Matter over Thread. Yale's setup article says your Matter over Thread border router "must be the same brand as the app that you plan to use" — for example, a Nest Hub (2nd Generation) for Google Home. Yale's Matter FAQ lists the supported border routers by brand: Google (Google TV Streamer 4K, Nest Hub 2nd gen, Nest Wi-Fi Pro, Nest Hub Max), Apple (Apple TV 4K 2nd gen and above, HomePod mini, HomePod 2nd gen), Amazon (Echo 4th gen, Echo Show 8/10 3rd gen, Echo Hub, Echo Studio, Echo Plus 2nd gen, Echo Show 21, Echo Show 15 2nd gen, and several eero models), and SmartThings (SmartThings 2018 Hub V3, Aeotec Smart Home Hub). The same FAQ says the border router should be within 50 feet of the lock, and within 25 feet if you're having issues; range depends on how your house is built.

The YRD510 has no built-in Wi-Fi. The Verge reported in March 2025 that you can buy a Yale Connect Wi-Fi Bridge for Wi-Fi connectivity, which you might need if you don't have a Thread border router. Yale's US Matter page explains the split: enrolled in Matter, you get remote lock, unlock, entry codes and door status through a Matter app and Thread border router; without Matter, the bridge keeps the Yale Access app connected away from home. Yale's US Matter page says Matter on this lock doesn't connect directly to your Wi-Fi but runs over a Thread border router, which Yale says adds a layer of security and helps the batteries last up to 12 months.

The Linus L2 is different: Yale South Africa's page says it "supports Matter over Wi-Fi" and connects through your Wi-Fi network. No Yale Wi-Fi Connect Bridge is needed — the Linus L2 uses its built-in Wi-Fi for Matter. But you still need a Matter hub from the platform you're using. Apple's Matter page still recommends setting up a home hub, and says Thread accessories need a Thread-enabled home hub or a compatible third-party Thread border router. Google's page says you need a Matter-enabled hub device set up on your home network to add and control Matter devices. Amazon's Matter page says to install a Matter device within 30 ft (9 m) of a compatible Alexa hub or device, and to check that a Thread-enabled device is online for Thread devices. SmartThings' page says you need a Matter controller, and for Thread devices that controller must include a Thread border router. For more on the transport choice, see Thread vs Wi-Fi, our hub and Thread border router guide, and Thread network credentials.

How to add a Yale lock to Google Home, Apple Home, Alexa, SmartThings and Home Assistant

The steps differ by lock. The general Matter pairing flow is the same across platforms — scan the QR code or enter the numeric code in your Matter app — but Yale's locks have their own pairing-mode steps first. See how to add a Matter device and what to do if you lost the setup code.

Yale Smart Lock with Matter (US)

1. Set up your Matter over Thread border router before starting the lock install.
2. Confirm your phone is on the same Wi-Fi network as the border router.
3. Scan the QR code on the Quick Start Guide with your phone's camera (not in an app) to get installation and setup guidance.
4. With the door open, insert the batteries. The keypad lights up and starts flashing.
5. With the door still open, press and hold the gear key. The deadbolt extends, then the gear key blinks slowly — that means the lock is ready to connect to a Matter app.
6. With the gear key flashing, open your Matter app and add the lock.
7. If the app says to refer to the manufacturer's site, you can skip that — you already scanned the Quick Start Guide QR code.
8. If you need the Matter QR code during setup, it's on the interior side under the battery cover. Yale's issues article says the QR code and numeric code are on the side of the thumbturn under the battery cover.

Linus L2 (Yale Home app)

1. Onboard the lock in the Yale Home app first — Yale South Africa says you must do this before any Matter integration.
2. Open the Yale Home app, select your lock, and go to Lock settings.
3. Open the "External Platform" category, then the "Matter" submenu.
4. Make sure you're near the lock and it's powered on, then tap Enable Matter.
5. Copy the pairing code, then tap Next.
6. Tap Begin connecting — you have 15 minutes to complete configuration, and the lock can't be operated during those 15 minutes.
7. Open your preferred Matter platform, follow its pairing instructions, and paste the code from Yale Home.
8. The QR code is under the battery cover or on the quick start guide. Older Linus L2 QR codes may not include Matter, so use the code generated in Yale Home.

Google Home

Google's Matter page says you need a Matter-enabled hub on your home network before adding devices, and IPv6 must be enabled on your Wi-Fi router. Yale's from-Access article says Google Home users need app version 3.34 or higher, and if you're using a Nest Hub or Nest Hub Max as the Matter hub with Thread, firmware version 26.X or greater. Yale's setup article says the lock "was built to work best with Google Home." See our Google Home Matter guide.

Apple Home

Apple's Matter page says you can add Matter accessories in the Home app by tapping Add, then Add Accessory, then scanning the code or holding your device near the accessory. Yale recommends iOS 16.5 or above for iPhone users. Apple says with iOS 18 or later you can add and control Matter accessories without a home hub, and iPhone 15 Pro or later can control Thread accessories without a hub — but Apple still recommends setting one up. Yale's factory reset article says Apple and SmartThings users on iOS should do a factory reset on the physical lock. See our Apple Home Matter guide.

Alexa

Amazon's setup page says to open the Alexa app, go to Devices, tap the plus, choose Add Device, select the Matter icon, confirm you have a Matter device, then scan the QR code or enter the pairing code. Amazon says to install your Matter device within 30 ft (9 m) of a compatible Alexa hub or device. For Thread-based devices, Amazon says to confirm you have a Thread-enabled device online — and if you don't have a Thread-enabled Alexa hub, you can try setting up with another Thread-enabled voice assistant first, then connect to Alexa. See our Alexa Matter guide.

SmartThings

SmartThings' Matter page says you need a Matter controller, and for Thread devices that controller must include a Thread border router. In the SmartThings app, tap Add (+), choose Add Device, scan the QR code or enter the setup code, select the hub and room, and wait for the connection. Yale's Matter FAQ lists the SmartThings 2018 Hub (V3) and Aeotec Smart Home Hub as the compatible SmartThings border routers. See our SmartThings Matter guide.

Home Assistant

Home Assistant's Matter docs say Bluetooth is used to pair (commission) a device, and the Home Assistant controller uses the Home Assistant Companion app for commissioning — bring your phone close to the device during pairing. For Thread devices, you need a Thread border router such as a Nest Hub (2nd Gen), Nest Wi-Fi Pro, or Home Assistant with the Home Assistant OpenThread Border Router app. Yale's US pages don't name Home Assistant for the YRD510. For the Linus L2, Yale South Africa says DoorSense and the Matter 1.2 "Open door" action are currently only available with Home Assistant as the Matter hub. See our Home Assistant Matter guide.

What each platform can do with a Yale Matter lock

Yale's Matter FAQ for the YRD510 lists features per app. Google Home gets custom entry codes and guest management, remote operations, smart integration, and DoorSense. Apple Home gets custom entry codes and guest management, remote operations, and smart integration. SmartThings gets custom entry codes and guest management, remote operations, and smart integration. Alexa gets remote operations and smart integration — no entry codes are listed. Yale's advice is to check what your Matter control system supports before choosing, because "a partner may only choose to show select features."

There's also a separate, older chart from August 2023 for the Assure Lock SL with Matter. That chart shows Bluetooth lock/unlock, Wi-Fi lock/unlock, battery level, scene integration, and scene triggers across Google Home, Apple Home, SmartThings and Alexa — but activity feed and entry code management only in SmartThings. That's a dated snapshot for a different product, so don't merge it with the newer YRD510 list.

For the Linus L2 over Matter, Yale UK's everyday use page says you can lock and unlock, and check lock status or battery state, but the features in the smart home app are "limited compared to the Yale Home app." It says DoorSense through Matter is dependent on the smart home integration and that as of today only Home Assistant can do it, and the Matter 1.2 distinction between "Unlock" and "Open door" is also only available with Home Assistant as the Matter hub. 9to5Google's review (September 2025) of the YRD510 with Google Home described custom entry codes, scheduled guest access, vacation mode, and a one-tap unlock bug that was fixed by clearing Google Home app storage — that's one reviewer's experience with Google Home only. See our Matter smart lock support guide for the broader picture.

Using the Yale app and several Matter apps together

The YRD510's relationship with the Yale Access app is documented in two Yale pages that differ. Yale's US Matter page FAQ says you set up the lock through Yale Access first, then connect it to a Matter app — after that, activity feed and app access stay in Yale Access, while entry codes move to the Matter app you choose. But Yale's FAQ: Matter says the lock "can be set up using either the Yale Access App via Bluetooth or a Matter-enabled app via Matter over Thread" and "cannot be configured or operated in both apps simultaneously." Both are Yale statements; follow what your lock's app actually shows. If your lock is already set up in Yale Access and you want to move it to a Matter app, Yale's from-Access article says the process requires a factory reset.

For multi-admin — adding the same lock to more than one Matter app — Yale's multiple-apps article says to start in the Matter app your lock is already set up in, usually from its device settings. Your phone and Thread routers need to be on the same Wi-Fi network, and you need a Matter over Thread border router for each app you set the lock up with. Yale recommends creating entry codes in only one app. Yale's Matter module FAQ adds that the lock is only paired using the QR code and enrollment menu for the first ecosystem. For the Linus L2, Yale South Africa's Matter support page says disconnecting Matter removes existing connections, and you can reactivate them later using the slider without redoing the initial activation. See our multi-admin guide.

What MatterCheck's data says for Matter door locks

MatterCheck's results for the Matter door lock device type (door lock page) — per device type and platform, not a test of Yale locks.

MatterCheck checks 27 Matter device types on 7 platforms and tracks 4 Yale locks (Yale Smart Lock with Matter (YRD510-MT1), Thread + Bluetooth; Durus Smart Lock, Thread; Linus L2, Wi-Fi; Smart Code Handle, Thread). These results are per Matter device type, not tests of Yale locks, and the confidence label shows how sure MatterCheck is about each result. For door locks, every platform shows Yes for pairing and for using the lock as an automation trigger. Control is Partial on Google Home, and the automation action (locking or unlocking from a routine) is Partial on Google Home and Alexa. On Google Home that reflects remote unlock without a PIN and voice unlock being disabled; on Alexa, routines can lock but not unlock by default. See the door lock page and the platform comparison for the sources.

When a Yale lock won't pair or stops responding

• Make sure your Matter over Thread border router is set up before you start, and that your phone and the border router are on the same Wi-Fi network.
• Confirm the Matter app and the border router are up to date. For Google Home, Yale says app version 3.34 or higher, and Nest Hub or Nest Hub Max firmware 26.X or greater.
• Ensure IPv6 is enabled on your home wireless network. 9to5Google's review also says the YRD510 needs IPv6 enabled in your router to pair properly.
• Confirm the lock is in Matter beaconing mode — the gear key should be flashing white. With the door open, press and hold the gear key; the deadbolt extends and the gear key blinks slowly.
• Check you're scanning the correct Matter QR code. On the YRD510 it's under the battery cover on the interior side; Yale's issues article says on the side of the thumbturn under the battery cover.
• Force close the Matter app, reopen it, and start setup again. If that doesn't work, restart your phone.
• Power cycle the lock by removing one battery and putting it back. You can also power cycle the border router — check for a reboot command in the Matter app's device settings first, or unplug it and plug it back in.
• If the gear key is flashing amber, the lock is doing a firmware update — Yale says wait about 5 minutes and don't remove batteries. For the Assure Lock SL module, a solid "1" button means a firmware upgrade that can take up to 5 minutes.
• Keep the lock within 50 feet of the border router. If you have issues, Yale suggests moving the border router within 25 feet.
• For a factory reset, remove the lock from the Matter app first. For Apple and SmartThings users on iOS, Yale says do a hard reset on the physical lock: remove one battery, insert the reset pin under the battery cover, press and hold, reinsert the battery, keep holding for 5 more seconds until you hear 4 beeps, then remove the pin and wait one minute.

If pairing still fails, work through our device-not-pairing guide, the offline/not-responding guide, removing and factory-resetting, and IPv6 and VLAN network setup.

Frequently asked questions

Does Yale work with Matter?

Yes, for specific models. In the US, the Yale Smart Lock with Matter (YRD510) has Matter over Thread built in, and the Assure Lock SL works with Matter through Yale's Matter Smart Module. In Europe, the UK and South Africa, the Linus L2 supports Matter over Wi-Fi; Yale South Africa says existing Linus L2 owners can enable it through a firmware upgrade.

Which Yale locks support Matter?

The YRD510, the Assure Lock SL with the Matter module (YRD256-MT1), and the Linus L2 (plus the Linus L2 Lite, per Yale UK). MatterCheck's data also lists the Durus Smart Lock and Smart Code Handle as Thread door locks from CSA records, but no Yale page we used describes these two.

Does the Yale Smart Lock with Matter use Thread or Wi-Fi?

Thread. The CSA listing for the YRD510-MT1 shows a transport interface of Thread plus Bluetooth, and Yale's product page says Matter over Thread uses an energy-efficient mesh network to minimize power drain. There's no built-in Wi-Fi; The Verge reported a Yale Connect Wi-Fi Bridge is available for Yale Access app remote access if you don't have a Thread border router.

Do I need a hub for a Yale Matter lock?

Yes. Every platform needs its own Matter hub — a Google or Nest hub, an Apple home hub, a Matter-enabled Echo or eero, or a SmartThings hub. The Thread locks also need a Thread border router, and Yale says that border router must be the same brand as the app you plan to use. The Linus L2 uses its built-in Wi-Fi for Matter but still needs a platform Matter hub.

Does the Yale Smart Lock with Matter work with Apple Home?

Yes. Yale's FAQ lists Apple Home with custom entry codes and guest management, remote operations, and smart integration, and recommends iOS 16.5 or above. Apple recommends setting up a home hub, and for Thread you need a Thread-enabled home hub such as an Apple TV 4K or HomePod mini.

Does Yale work with Home Assistant through Matter?

Yale's US pages don't name Home Assistant for the YRD510. For the Linus L2, Yale South Africa says DoorSense and the Matter 1.2 "Open door" action are currently only available with Home Assistant as the Matter hub. Home Assistant's Matter docs cover door locks generally, and MatterCheck's platform data lists Home Assistant as supporting door lock pairing, control, and automations.

Where is the Yale Matter setup code?

On the YRD510, the Matter QR code and numeric code are on the interior side under the battery cover — Yale's issues article says on the side of the thumbturn under the battery cover. On the Linus L2, the QR code is under the battery cover or on the quick start guide, but older Linus L2 QR codes may not include Matter, so use the code generated in the Yale Home app during Matter onboarding.

Can I use the Yale app and a Matter app at the same time?

It depends on the lock and which Yale page you read. Yale's US Matter page says you set up the YRD510 in Yale Access first, then connect to a Matter app, after which activity feed and app access stay in Yale Access while entry codes move to the Matter app. Yale's FAQ: Matter says the lock can't be configured or operated in both apps simultaneously. For the Linus L2, you onboard in the Yale Home app first, then enable Matter — and you can disconnect and reactivate Matter later using a slider.

More MatterCheck guides

• Matter smart lock support — how door locks behave across platforms.
• Aqara and Matter — which Aqara devices work and how.
• SwitchBot and Matter — SwitchBot's Matter-enabled products and hubs.
• Matter hubs and Thread border routers — what you need for Thread devices.
• Matter multi-admin — sharing one device across several apps.
• Removing and factory-resetting Matter devices — the right order to avoid ghost fabrics.
• Matter platform comparison — Apple Home vs Google Home vs Alexa vs SmartThings vs Home Assistant.
• Nuki and Matter — which Nuki smart locks work with Matter, Thread vs Wi-Fi, the hub you need, and how to set them up.
• eufy and Matter — which eufy smart locks, robot vacuums and lights work with Matter, Thread vs Wi-Fi, the hub you need, and how to set them up.
• Level Lock and Matter — which Level smart locks work with Matter over Thread, the hub you need, and how to add them from the Level Home app.

How we checked

This guide draws on nine Yale US support articles, Yale's US Matter page and product page, four Yale UK and South Africa Matter pages, four CSA product listings, The Verge's March 2025 report and 9to5Google's September 2025 review, all fetched 2026-10-26; Apple's, Google's, Amazon's, SmartThings' and Home Assistant's Matter pages fetched 2026-10-20; Yale product rows from CSA certification records; and store pages used for product details only. MatterCheck's results are per Matter device type and weren't measured on Yale products. See our methodology.

Last reviewed 2026-10-26. If Yale's or your platform's own instructions say something different, follow them.

This guide was drafted by AI from the dated sources linked above and checked against them by automated fact-check passes before publishing. How our content is made.