Security firm ADT and lock maker Yale have introduced a Z-Wave Credential Command Class lock, expanding smart home security with fingerprint control.

The Z-Wave 800 series smart lock is said to be the only one on the market with fingerprint control and the first smart lock to leverage the newly introduced Z-Wave User Credential Command Class. This lets users unlock and disarm their ADT+ security system using just their fingerprint.

In addition to this hardware, ADT is rolling out an update to the ADT+ app, introducing home-and-away functionality, which leverages geofencing to provide real-time household awareness and automate security settings based on user presence.

“ADT, alongside our partners at Yale and the Z-Wave Alliance, is setting a new standard for smart home security,” said Omar Khan, ADT executive vice president. “With the introduction of the Credential Command Class and updates to ADT+, we’re not just launching a new lock, we’re redefining how security systems and smart locks work together. This is a leap forward for home security, combining convenience and protection in a way that has never been done before.”

The Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch with Z-Wave 800 series is designed to integrate seamlessly with ADT+ for an elevated security experience, offering multiple unlocking methods, including fingerprint recognition for biometric-based security, keypad code entry, traditional physical key access, virtual key control through the ADT+ app, and Trusted Neighbor’s auto-unlock feature. By directly integrating with the ADT+ Base, the lock lets users disarm their security system from the lock itself, creating a streamlined security experience.

“The Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch with Z-Wave represents an advancement in smart home integration,” said Naveen Chhangani, chief product officer at ADT. “By combining biometric entry with the Z-Wave Credential Command Class, we’re securely connecting physical access with system-level control, all in a way that feels seamless and intuitive for the user.”

Gilles Drieu, chief technology officer at ADT, added: “The Touch Lock represents a major leap forward in how smart locks and security systems work together. Developed in close collaboration with Yale and the Z-Wave Alliance, the introduction of the User Credential Command Class enables secure, biometric access while setting a new benchmark for interoperability across the smart home industry.”

Building on ADT’s Trusted Neighbor (newsroom.adt.com/safe-stories/introducing-trusted-neighbor) programme, the lock allows designated neighbours and helpers to enter during their access windows with just their fingerprint – no phone or code required – making it suitable for families who want a worry-free, flexible and convenient lifestyle, supporting secure and seamless access for those who need it.

“We’re proud to partner with ADT and the Z-Wave Alliance to bring the first-ever Z-Wave Credential Command Class lock to market,” said Kevin Kraus, vice president of IoT business development at Yale (shopyalehome.com). “This collaboration has led to a true innovation that delivers not only enhanced security but also significant convenience for ADT homeowners.”

With the latest ADT+ mobile app update, users gain access to the home-and-away feature that detects the location of participating mobile devices within a home’s geofence to determine occupancy. If all registered devices leave the home, the system can automatically switch to away mode, intelligently triggering security automations such as locking doors, adjusting smart home settings and arming the security system.

Users can view real-time occupancy status in the ADT+ dashboard, and receive automated alerts when the system is unarmed and no one is home. Trusted neighbours and helpers can be granted access during their designated window. The home status can be manually updated at any time.

With the user’s permission, ADT monitoring agents can have visibility into home occupancy during an alarm event.

The ADT+ app is also receiving a major design enhancement to update its original menu style with easier access to the most-used features. Updates include the addition of a navigation bar and a stage-setting design that allows incremental improvements as ADT+ continues to evolve.

The Yale Assure Lock 2 Touch with Z-Wave 800 series is available now for $280 at ADT.com and can be installed with either ADT+ self setup or professional installation. A minimum one-month monitoring contract is required. The ADT+ app is available in the App Store and Google Play Store.

The Z-Wave Alliance (z-wavealliance.org) is a standards development organisation dedicated to developing and advancing Z-Wave technology as an open and internationally recognised ITU standard (G.9959) for smart home and IoT.