Yale Door Module, Zigbee Module, Z-Wave module interchangeability
Posted by Jim Noort on 15th Sep 2024
YES, these 3 modules can be used interchangeable among the Yale/Lockwood range of Smart Locks. But naturally, you need to have the relevant home automation system already if you use the Z-Wave or Zigbee. For more information see below "Communication Protocols"
As you can see below, the devices share teh same physical characteristics.
The Yale Door Module comes by default and is included in all Yale and Lockwood smart locks
Communication Protocols
Zigbee and Z-Wave: Zigbee and Z-Wave are two distinct wireless communication protocols. This means that while the Zigbee Module and Z-Wave Module can both connect your Yale lock to a smart home hub, they do so using different technologies. You need to select the module that matches the protocol used by your smart home hub. If you have a Zigbee-compatible hub, you'll need the Zigbee Module; if you have a Z-Wave-compatible hub, you'll need the Z-Wave Module.
Interchangeability: You can interchange these modules to switch between Zigbee and Z-Wave protocols, but not within the same setup. For example, if you initially use a Z-Wave Module and decide to switch to a Zigbee-based smart home hub, you can replace the Z-Wave Module with a Zigbee Module in the same lock.