Eneloops would only last about 3 weeks. And disposable last 2 months. This door is used a lot and since it has Zwave and a door open sensor it sends info on every open.

Bonus, since it can handle the lipo AA batteries that put out 1.8v and it gives the motor more oomph I made the battery pack give 7.2v and it never sticks anymore.

This is a garage-door so its not critical access but is used a lot.

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    Agreed. The kids can open the door now quickly, and it’s easier. When we were looking for electronic locks, it had to have no wifi and a key. It was harder to find then you might think. 

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      Any recs then? That’s basically my criteria as well. I’m already paranoid enough to carry keys any way but it would make things more convenient.

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        It’s not a deadbolt (they have some), but we found a Schlage we liked. I can’t find it on the site, but search for electronic not smart. It might have been Home Depot.

        It was easy to install and the battery hasn’t run out after over a year. I’ve used the key maybe once.

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        It’s not a deadbolt (they have some), but we found a Schlage we liked. I can’t find it on the site, but search for electronic not smart. It might have been Home Depot.

        It was easy to install and the battery hasn’t run out after over a year. I’ve used the key maybe once.