Okay, so I finally upgraded to the Solity GT10BK smart lock and WOW – why didn't I do this sooner? This thing is like having a bouncer for my front door, but way more polite and doesn't demand free drinks.

The fingerprint scanner is crazy fast – like 'blink-and-you'll-miss-it' fast. I timed it (yes, I'm that person) and it's seriously under 0.3 seconds. My cat can't even react that quickly when I try to pet her belly.

What's awesome is the auto-lock feature. As someone who constantly wonders 'did I lock the door?', this has saved me so many unnecessary trips back home. Though now my new anxiety is whether the batteries will die (they haven't yet after 3 months!).

The app control is perfect for when friends visit – no more hiding keys under fake rocks (we all know where those are anyway). Though fair warning: my mom still prefers using the actual key because 'technology is witchcraft'.

Installation was easier than assembling Ikea furniture (which isn't saying much, but still). The oil-rubbed bronze finish looks way more expensive than what I paid. My only complaint? Now all my other doors look sad and outdated in comparison.