August Connect Plus

August Connect Plus is a smart home devices product operated by August Home, Inc. (subsidiary of ASSA ABLOY since 2017). This 2026 review covers operator background, the current tier ladder and the practical decision points before subscribing. The product competes in the smart home devices category against established alternatives, and the choice usually comes down to feature mix, integration depth and renewal economics rather than headline price alone.

Quick facts

• Operator: August Home, Inc. (subsidiary of ASSA ABLOY since 2017)
• Headquarters: San Francisco, California, United States; Stockholm (ASSA ABLOY)
• Public-market status: part of ASSA ABLOY AB (STO: ASSA-B)
• Founded: 2013 (August)
• Category: smart home devices
• Current tiers: Hardware purchase / August Connect Plus add-on
• Anchor price (2026): August Wi-Fi Smart Lock USD 199-279; no recurring subscription required for core features

What is August Connect Plus?

August Connect Plus is a direct-to-consumer subscription product sold through the operator's website and mobile apps. Its product surface covers branded product selection across web and mobile checkout alongside subscription management dashboard with skip / pause options, with the recurring subscription billed through the operator's commercial team or self-serve checkout. Customers buy a tier matching their needs; the entry tier suits piloting the product and higher tiers add features such as automated recurring shipments where applicable.

Why choose August Connect Plus

Operator and ecosystem context

August Connect Plus is run by August Home, Inc. (subsidiary of ASSA ABLOY since 2017) out of San Francisco, California, United States; Stockholm (ASSA ABLOY), established 2013 (August). That matters because the smart home devices category is increasingly consolidated, and the operator's ownership structure shapes how aggressively the product is supported and how stable the contract terms are over multi-year renewals.

Plan structure and pricing tiers

The tier ladder splits across Hardware purchase for piloting the product, August Connect Plus add-on for everyday use, and a higher tier for larger needs. Anchor pricing for 2026: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock USD 199-279; no recurring subscription required for core features. Check Subger's true-price tracker for August Connect Plus for all-in renewal costs after taxes and any FX conversion.

Product features

Beyond the headline features, the 2025-2026 development focus for August Connect Plus is 2024-2025 deeper integration with Yale (sister brand) under ASSA ABLOY and continued smart-lock leadership versus Schlage Encode and Level. That signals a credible roadmap and distinguishes the operator from competitors running their smart home devices product on maintenance mode.

August Connect Plus features that matter in 2026

Highlights of the current feature set:

• branded product selection across web and mobile checkout
• subscription management dashboard with skip / pause options
• automated recurring shipments where applicable
• loyalty or member benefits on higher tiers
• email and SMS notifications around shipments and renewals
• customer-support email plus self-serve cancellation

Buyers should treat this list as a baseline for August Connect Plus in the smart home devices category — confirm specific feature availability for your plan and region on the operator's site, since features and tier names can vary between editions.

August Connect Plus pricing in 2026

Reference pricing for August Connect Plus in 2026: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock USD 199-279; no recurring subscription required for core features. The tier ladder typically looks like:

Subger pairs the public price with the actual all-in cost after taxes and any promotional anchors that step up at renewal:

August Connect Plus apps and platform support

Surface availability for August Connect Plus can vary by region and tier — confirm current app availability and supported integrations on the operator's site before subscribing.

Who August Connect Plus fits

August Connect Plus is most likely a good match for the following buyers:

• Consumers who want a curated subscription with predictable shipping cycles, loyalty perks and clear renewal terms — the core target audience for the product.
• The category-focused buyer that specifically wants branded product selection across web and mobile checkout from a smart home devices operator rather than a generalist platform.
• The buyer evaluating the tier ladder (Hardware purchase / August Connect Plus add-on) and willing to pay up for subscription management dashboard with skip / pause options.
• The integration-first buyer who needs the platforms and connectors listed above plus a credible upgrade path as new tools are added.
• The cost-conscious shopper who wants to track promotional anchors via Subger's true-price tracker and deals page before committing to an annual contract.

Frequently asked questions

What is August Connect Plus and who runs it?

August Connect Plus is a smart home devices product operated by August Home, Inc. (subsidiary of ASSA ABLOY since 2017) headquartered in San Francisco, California, United States; Stockholm (ASSA ABLOY), established 2013 (August). It is sold via direct subscription on the operator's website with payments processed through the operator's billing surfaces.

How much does August Connect Plus cost in 2026?

Current tiers are Hardware purchase, August Connect Plus add-on. Anchor reference pricing for 2026: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock USD 199-279; no recurring subscription required for core features. Confirm the live regional price on the operator's site before committing, since promotional cycles, FX conversion and per-seat scaling can shift the all-in renewal cost.

Is there a free tier or free trial for August Connect Plus?

There is no perpetual free tier listed publicly for the standard August Connect Plus subscription; the operator may run introductory trials periodically. Check the live signup page for current trial promotions.

Where is August Connect Plus available?

Availability follows the operator's commercial footprint anchored on San Francisco, California, United States; Stockholm (ASSA ABLOY). Confirm regional availability and supported billing currencies on the official site before subscribing, especially for products with region-specific licensing or data residency rules.

What 2025-2026 developments set August Connect Plus apart right now?

The current 2025-2026 development focus is 2024-2025 deeper integration with Yale (sister brand) under ASSA ABLOY and continued smart-lock leadership versus Schlage Encode and Level. Together with the headline features listed above, that gives buyers a concrete signal that the subscription is being actively developed rather than coasting.

Which platforms and integrations does August Connect Plus support?

Coverage spans the surfaces shown in the platform table above. The current web app, APIs and (where applicable) mobile or desktop clients are the recommended way to consume the service; older integrations may be deprecated in successive releases as the operator focuses engineering effort on supported platforms.

How do I cancel August Connect Plus?

Cancel through the account or billing settings on the surface where you bought the plan: the operator's website for self-serve subscriptions or the sales / account-management contact for contract-based tiers. Subger's cancellation guide for August Connect Plus walks through each route step-by-step.

Does August Connect Plus offer a higher / premium plan?

Premium structure depends on the tier. The August Connect Plus add-on tier commonly adds advanced features, higher limits or premium support; the entry Hardware purchase tier may restrict certain features. Confirm the per-tier feature list on the live pricing page before committing to annual billing.

Is August Connect Plus worth it compared to smart home devices alternatives?

Value depends on three factors: the specific feature mix you will actually use (see the features list above), the regional all-in price after taxes (Subger's true-price tracker for August Connect Plus reconciles the headline price with the actual renewal cost), and the credibility of the operator's 2025-2026 roadmap. Weigh these together rather than relying on headline price alone.

How can I track price changes for August Connect Plus?

Subger's renewal tracker for August Connect Plus records list-price changes plus promotional anchors over time. Pair it with the deals page for current discount codes and the promo codes page for stackable savings at signup.

Get started with August Connect Plus

Confirm the current price on the operator's site (August Wi-Fi Smart Lock USD 199-279; no recurring subscription required for core features), choose the tier that matches your needs (Hardware purchase, August Connect Plus add-on are the most common starting points), and check Subger's deals page for August Connect Plus for promotional anchors before completing checkout. Track the subscription's true renewal cost with the true-price tracker once you're signed up.

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