August
August Wi-Fi Smart Lock (4th gen) (Black)
2022
84
/ 100
From $230
VS
Apple
Apple HomePod mini
Hub
84
/ 100
From $99
Specdex verdict
Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.
In our weighted Specdex score, August Wi-Fi Smart Lock (4th gen) (Black) lands at 84 and Apple HomePod mini at 84. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.
Pick August Wi-Fi Smart Lock (4th gen) (Black) if…
- ✓Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
- ✓App-based setup
- ✓Works with major voice assistants
Pick Apple HomePod mini if…
- ✓Matter support (modern)
- ✓Zigbee/Thread radios (most)
- ✓Automations
August Wi-Fi Smart Lock (4th gen) (Black) 84
vs 84 Apple HomePod mini
Score breakdown
August Wi-Fi Smart Lock (4th gen) (Black)
84 ecosystem 84
local 70
ease 84
features 82
Apple HomePod mini
84 ecosystem 84
local 70
ease 84
features 82
Specs side-by-side
| Spec | August Wi-Fi Smart Lock (4th gen) (Black) | Apple HomePod mini |
|---|---|---|
| Release year | 2022 | — |
| Color | Black | — |
August Wi-Fi Smart Lock (4th gen) (Black)
Pros
- +Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
- +App-based setup
- +Works with major voice assistants
Cons
- −Subscription sometimes required
- −Cloud dependency on many
- −Ecosystem lock-in
Apple HomePod mini
Pros
- +Matter support (modern)
- +Zigbee/Thread radios (most)
- +Automations
Cons
- −App quality varies
- −Cloud dependency on some
- −Ecosystem lock-in
FAQ: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock (4th gen) (Black) vs Apple HomePod mini
Which is better, August Wi-Fi Smart Lock (4th gen) (Black) or Apple HomePod mini? +
Both score 84 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.
Is August Wi-Fi Smart Lock (4th gen) (Black) worth the price? +
At $230, August Wi-Fi Smart Lock (4th gen) (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in ecosystem.
Is Apple HomePod mini worth the price? +
At $99, Apple HomePod mini delivers a Specdex score of 84 — strongest in ecosystem.
Does August Wi-Fi Smart Lock (4th gen) (Black) or Apple HomePod mini last longer? +
Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.