The 10 Best Deadbolts

If you're not particularly handy with tools, you'll appreciate the Schlage Single Cylinder (around $42), as it's simple to install. It uses a snap-and-stay design that holds it in place while you're tightening the screws, so it's a breeze for one person to put in.

You may lose or forget your keys, but we bet there's little chance you ever leave the house without your phone. The Hornbill Smart (around $141) capitalizes on this with its Bluetooth connectivity, which allows you to operate it using the companion app.

You don't have to spend a ton of time searching for misplaced keys before you leave the house, thanks to the Schlage BE365 (about $95). It has a turn-lock feature that lets you secure it without a key, so you can just walk out the door and use your code to get back in.

If you don't need to make a fashion statement or want a fancy, high-tech lock, the AmazonBasics Entry (around $22) is a solid, no-frills option that can help keep your home secure. It has a brass body with steel internal parts, so it's sturdy enough to offer years of faithful service.

While installing an electronic model may seem intimidating, putting in the Tacklife EKPL1A (around $70) is relatively painless and requires only a Phillips-head screwdriver. You can create entry codes for up to six users, or you can generate one-time codes for guests.

There's little need to worry about getting locked out accidentally with the Kwikset 905 (about $40). It can be opened via code if you forget your key, and you can even get in if the batteries are dead, as there's a slot in the front that accepts 9-volts.

If you operate a rental property, the Oaks Smart (around $150) will be incredibly useful, as it allows you to generate multiple time-restricted entry codes. This makes it easy to grant temporary access to guests without worrying about security when they leave.

There's no need to lug around a bunch of bulky keys when you have the Kwikset Smartcode 913 (about $88). It comes with a 10-digit keypad, so you can just enter an access code to open the door. There is also a slot for a key, in case the keypad ever fails or you forget your PIN.

Plain and simple, the Copper Creek Double Cylinder (around $22) will fit in most residential doors and provide reliable security. It boasts heavy-duty torque springs to ensure it opens and closes smoothly, and the steel latches are both strong and durable.

Anyone looking to automate their home will want the Schlage Z-Wave Connect (appx. $329) installed on their doors. It's compatible with Alexa, so you can operate it using just your voice, or you can download the companion app and control everything with a smartphone.