Emtek Empowered 2 Handlesets

Emtek EMPowered 2 Handlesets for Smart Front Door Entry

Emtek EMPowered 2 handlesets combine an architectural front door grip with fingerprint access, touchscreen operation, Bluetooth connectivity, and optional Wi-Fi features. Rather than adding a separate smart deadbolt above unrelated entry trim, these complete entry sets bring the electronic lock and decorative handleset together in one coordinated Emtek configuration.

Coastal Hardware Store is an authorized Emtek dealer and carries EMPowered 2 handlesets with Ares, Baden, Franklin, Hamden, Hercules Smooth, and Hercules Knurled exterior grips. Current function choices include Key-Free Bluetooth, Key-Free Bluetooth & WiFi, Keyed Bluetooth, and Keyed Bluetooth & WiFi. Shoppers can also select from compatible interior Emtek knobs and levers to coordinate the inside of the entry door with hardware used throughout the home. For additional connected products, browse our complete Emtek EMPowered 2 collection, smart locks, and electronic locks.

Why Choose an Emtek EMPowered 2 Handleset?

EMPowered 2 is designed for shoppers who want smart access without giving up the proportions and decorative flexibility of a traditional front door handleset. The right configuration depends on whether you want a mechanical key cylinder, whether remote Wi-Fi access is needed, the existing door preparation, and the exterior and interior styles that fit your project.

• Fingerprint entry: EMPowered 2 Touch products support biometric fingerprint access for convenient everyday unlocking.
• Touchscreen keypad: A capacitive touchscreen provides code-based entry without requiring a physical key for routine access.
• Integrated Bluetooth: All four functions currently offered in this collection include Bluetooth connectivity along with supported smart-lock features such as Auto-Lock and guest access.
• Optional Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi configurations add supported remote access, activity information, notifications, and compatible smart-home integrations.
• Keyed and key-free choices: Select a conventional exterior key cylinder or choose a key-free exterior without a mechanical keyway.
• Customizable Emtek styling: Six current exterior grip families can be paired with a broad selection of compatible interior brass knobs and levers.

Types of Emtek EMPowered 2 Handlesets Available

Key-Free Bluetooth Handlesets

Key-Free Bluetooth configurations provide fingerprint, touchscreen, and Bluetooth access without an exterior mechanical key cylinder. These models are a good fit for shoppers who prefer a cleaner key-free exterior and primarily need local smart-lock functionality rather than remote Wi-Fi access. Emtek provides an exterior 9V emergency battery connection on key-free models for use if the internal batteries are depleted.

Key-Free Bluetooth & Wi-Fi Handlesets

Key-Free Bluetooth & WiFi models retain the key-free exterior while adding the Wi-Fi upgrade. Current EMPowered 2 information supports remote access through the Yale Access App along with activity information, real-time notifications, and supported smart-home integrations. Because the exterior has no mechanical cylinder, review the electronic backup procedure with everyone who regularly uses the door.

Keyed Bluetooth Handlesets

Keyed Bluetooth configurations combine fingerprint, keypad, and Bluetooth operation with an exterior mechanical key cylinder. They can appeal to shoppers who want smart access for everyday use while retaining conventional keyed entry as a backup. Confirm any keying requirements before ordering if the handleset needs to operate from the same key as another compatible Emtek lock.

Keyed Bluetooth & Wi-Fi Handlesets

Keyed Bluetooth & WiFi models provide the broadest current combination of access methods in this collection: fingerprint entry, touchscreen codes, Bluetooth, supported Wi-Fi features, and an exterior key cylinder. Remote functionality depends on the Wi-Fi configuration and compatible app or smart-home setup, so select this function when remote access is actually needed rather than assuming it is included with every EMPowered 2 handleset.

Handlesets with Interior Knobs & Levers

EMPowered 2 entry sets can be ordered with compatible Emtek brass knobs or levers for the interior side of the door. Current Coastal Hardware Store listings include combinations with designs such as Bern, Round, Providence, and Verve knobs and Helios, Merrimack, Hermes, Luzern, Freestone, Dumont, Breslin, and other levers. Interior trim availability varies by exterior grip, so configure the complete handleset before ordering.

How to Choose the Right Emtek EMPowered 2 Handleset

Start with the access method you want, then choose the exterior grip, interior trim, finish, handing, and door preparation. Because each listing offers several electronic functions, it is important to review the selected variant in the cart rather than relying only on the product title or photograph.

• Choose keyed or key-free: Select keyed if you want a conventional exterior cylinder in addition to electronic access. Select key-free if you prefer an exterior without a keyway.
• Decide whether you need Wi-Fi: Bluetooth is built into the current configurations, while Wi-Fi is an additional function choice. Choose Wi-Fi when remote access, notifications, or supported connected-home features are important.
• Select the exterior grip: Compare Ares, Baden, Franklin, Hamden, Hercules Smooth, and Hercules Knurled based on the scale and architectural style of the front door.
• Choose the interior hardware: Pair the exterior handleset with a compatible Emtek knob or lever that coordinates with nearby interior door hardware.
• Confirm handing: Current Coastal Hardware Store product pages require a left-handed or right-handed selection. Verify the door swing before placing the order.
• Review the complete door preparation: Check bore size, backset, finished door thickness, latch preparation, lower handleset mounting point, strike alignment, and existing trim footprint before installation.

Materials, Styles & Finishes

EMPowered 2 combines electronic locking components with Emtek architectural trim. Emtek states that the interior trim can be ordered with compatible brass knobs or levers, but the electronic module, internal lock mechanism, fasteners, and other components should not all be described as one uniform material. Review the exact product specifications when material composition is an important requirement.

The exterior grip choices currently range from the crisp contemporary geometry of Ares and Baden to the more transitional or traditional proportions of Franklin and Hamden. Hercules Smooth provides a clean modern bar-style grip, while Hercules Knurled adds a textured surface for additional visual and tactile detail.

The live Coastal Hardware Store collection currently offers Flat Black, Lifetime Polished Nickel, Oil Rubbed Bronze, Polished Chrome, Satin Brass, and Satin Nickel. Availability is consistent across the collection filters, but shoppers should still confirm the selected product variant before checkout.

Finish appearance and warranty coverage can differ. Oil Rubbed Bronze, for example, should be reviewed according to Emtek's current finish-care and warranty information rather than treated the same as a Lifetime finish. When coordinating the handleset with hinges, house numbers, cabinet hardware, or interior locksets, use Emtek's complete finish name.

Featured Emtek EMPowered 2 Grip Styles

The smart-lock platform remains consistent across supported configurations, while the grip and interior trim create the visible character of the entry. Current Coastal Hardware Store listings are organized around six exterior grip families.

• Ares: A clean architectural grip with a contemporary profile that pairs naturally with geometric interior knobs and levers.
• Baden: A streamlined design represented with one of the broadest groups of interior trim combinations in the current collection.
• Franklin: A versatile entry grip that works with both simple and more detailed interior lever profiles.
• Hamden: A more traditionally influenced exterior design for shoppers who want smart access without an overtly minimalist handleset.
• Hercules Smooth: A straightforward contemporary grip with a smooth surface and numerous interior knob and lever pairings.
• Hercules Knurled: A textured version of the Hercules design that adds patterned detailing to the exterior pull.

Installation & Compatibility

Current EMPowered 2 handleset specifications call for standard 2-1/8-inch bore preparation and a standard 1-3/4-inch door thickness. Emtek supports thicker doors up to 2-1/4 inches when the correct thickness is specified so the appropriate installation hardware can be provided.

Representative current sets include both 2-3/8-inch and 2-3/4-inch latches and use a square-corner latch faceplate. These specifications should still be checked against the actual door before ordering. Measure the deadbolt bore, lower latch preparation, backset, door thickness, strike locations, and lower through-bolt position for the exterior grip.

Replacement projects require more than matching the upper lock bores. The new exterior grip may use a different lower mounting location or footprint from the existing handleset. Compare the complete installation template before assuming previous holes can be reused or covered.

Current Coastal listings also require handing to be selected. Verify whether the door is left- or right-handed and choose the matching option. Proper door and strike alignment is especially important with a motorized deadbolt, since excessive pressure from weatherstripping or a misaligned strike can interfere with smooth electronic locking.

Shipping & Warranty Information

• Shipping: Fulfillment should be checked on the exact EMPowered 2 product and finish. A current representative Coastal Hardware Store listing states that a special-order finish normally ships in 3-4 weeks. This product-specific estimate overrides the site's general 5-7-business-day average when shown. Orders of $100 or more qualify for free standard ground shipping within the contiguous 48 states and Washington, D.C. View Shipping Policy.
• Warranty: Emtek's current lifetime limited warranty covers defects in material and workmanship for the original consumer user while that person occupies the residential premises where the product was originally installed, subject to the complete terms and exclusions. Electronic components are warranted for two years. Finish coverage varies by finish. Review Emtek's current warranty for the exact configuration and finish before ordering.

Frequently Asked Questions About Emtek EMPowered 2 Handlesets

What access methods are available with an Emtek EMPowered 2 handleset?

Current EMPowered 2 Touch handlesets support fingerprint access, touchscreen codes, and Bluetooth. Shoppers can also choose a Wi-Fi configuration for supported remote features, and keyed models add a conventional exterior key cylinder. Key-free models do not have an exterior keyway.

What is the difference between keyed and key-free EMPowered 2 handlesets?

A keyed model includes a mechanical exterior key cylinder in addition to electronic entry. A key-free model removes the exterior cylinder and relies on supported electronic access methods. Current key-free hardware includes a 9V emergency battery connection for use when the internal batteries are depleted.

Do all Emtek EMPowered 2 handlesets include Wi-Fi?

No. Every current collection listing offers both Bluetooth-only and Bluetooth & WiFi function choices. Select the Wi-Fi version if you need supported remote access, activity information, notifications, or compatible smart-home features.

What app does Emtek EMPowered 2 use?

Current Emtek documentation identifies the Yale Access App for supported connected features. Wi-Fi configurations can provide remote access and additional app functionality. App requirements and supported integrations can change, so review Emtek's current compatibility information before purchase if a particular platform is essential.

Will an EMPowered 2 handleset fit my existing door?

It may, but the complete preparation must be verified. Current specifications use a 2-1/8-inch bore and standard 1-3/4-inch door thickness, with properly specified thicker-door installations supported up to 2-1/4 inches. Also confirm the backset, lower mounting point, handing, latch preparation, strike alignment, and existing trim footprint.

How are Emtek EMPowered 2 handlesets powered?

A current Coastal Hardware Store EMPowered 2 specification lists four AA batteries with the complete set. Key-free models also provide an exterior 9V emergency battery port. A keyed model retains its mechanical key cylinder as an additional access method. Follow the current Emtek operating instructions for battery replacement and backup access.

Shop Emtek EMPowered 2 Handlesets at Coastal Hardware Store

Coastal Hardware Store offers Emtek EMPowered 2 handlesets for front-door upgrades, renovations, new construction, and connected-home projects. Compare keyed and key-free functions, Bluetooth and Wi-Fi configurations, six current exterior grip families, interior knob and lever options, finishes, handing, and door-preparation requirements.

As an authorized Emtek dealer, our team can help you choose the right EMPowered 2 function, compare exterior grips, coordinate interior trim, confirm handing and door preparation, or determine whether a keyed or key-free configuration makes the most sense for your entry. Contact us at support@coastalhardwarestore.com or call us at 561-808-2588.