Dreame Navo Smart Lock A10
By Ethan Halfhide · Updated
The Dreame Navo A10 is a retrofit smart deadbolt with fingerprint, keypad, app and NFC unlock. It connects directly over Wi-Fi with no separate hub, is Matter certified for Apple Home compatibility, and runs on a rechargeable battery rated for up to 8 months. It installs in about 15 minutes on standard U.S. deadbolts. List price is $179.99, suiting anyone wanting keyless entry without adding a hub.
Matter-over-Thread deadbolt with nine unlock methods at a genuinely budget price.
Dreame Navo Smart Lock A10Specs and price last verified September 27, 2026
Specifications
- Price
- $179.99
- Device type
- Smart Lock
- Ecosystems
- HomeKit, Matter
- Rooms
- Entryway
- Connectivity
- Thread, Matter, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth
- Hub required
- No
- Rental friendly
- No
- Matter certified
- Yes
- Installation
- Deadbolt replacement
- Energy Star
- No
- Local control
- Yes
- Voice control
- Yes
About
The Navo A10 is Dreame's first smart lock and its headline feature is Matter over Thread at well under $200, which is unusual, most Matter locks sit meaningfully higher. It offers nine unlock methods including AI fingerprint, keypad code, app and auto-unlock, is BHMA Grade 2 certified and IP65 weatherproof, and Dreame rates the battery at up to 18 months. Shown at CES 2026 and now available in the US.
Setup and compatibility notes
Fits standard U.S. deadbolt door prep and installs without wiring in about 15 minutes. Uses the Dreame app for setup, fingerprint enrollment and geofencing; a Type-C port allows emergency charging if the battery dies. No hub or subscription is required for local Wi-Fi control.
Pros
- +Matter over Thread at a budget price point
- +Nine unlock methods including AI fingerprint
- +BHMA Grade 2 certified and IP65 weatherproof
- +Up to 18-month battery life
Cons
- −First-generation product from a brand new to locks
- −Deadbolt-only, no rim or gate variants
- −Long-term firmware support track record unproven
How it compares
| Device | Price | Ecosystems | Matter | Hub required | Local control |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dreame Navo Smart Lock A10 | $179.99 | HomeKit, Matter | Yes | No | Yes |
| Lockin V7 Max | Not listed | Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit, Matter, SmartThings | Yes | No | Yes |
| Aqara Smart Lock U100 | $189.99 | Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit, Matter | Not published | Yes | Yes |
| Aqara Smart Lock U400 | $269.99 | Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit, Matter, SmartThings | Yes | No | Yes |
FAQ
- Does the Dreame Navo A10 work with Apple Home?
- Yes, it is Matter certified, which enables Apple Home compatibility.
- Does the Navo A10 need a hub?
- No, it connects directly over Wi-Fi with no separate hub required.
- What unlock methods does it support?
- Fingerprint, keypad passcode, the Dreame app, and NFC tags.
- Is there a subscription fee?
- No subscription is mentioned or required for core lock functions.
Sources
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About the author
Ethan Halfhide: Ethan Halfhide is a smart home enthusiast and AI technologist who follows the connected home market closely, from smart locks and security cameras to robot vacuums, lighting, sensors and hubs. He curates HomeGearLab's device directory, comparing products on published specs, compatibility, setup requirements and price so readers can pick gear that fits their home and works together.