Smart Door Lock
Smart Door Locks – Everything You Need to Know
A smart door lock is the modern solution for making your home more secure and convenient. Instead of a traditional key, you use your smartphone, smartwatch, PIN code, fingerprint, or even a remote control to open your door. This means no more searching for your keys or worrying about getting locked out. With a smart app, you can remotely lock or unlock your door, grant guests temporary access, and see exactly who comes in and when.
Smart door locks are often easy to install on your existing cylinder and work with popular smart home systems like Google Home, Apple HomeKit, and Amazon Alexa. Many models offer handy extras such as automatic unlocking when you approach, access logs, and the ability to share digital keys with family, friends, or even your cleaner.
Benefits of a smart door lock:
- No more physical keys needed
- Access via app, code, fingerprint or remote control
- Remotely controllable and monitorable
- Temporary guest access adjustable
- Automatic notifications when opening/closing the door
- High level of security with modern security techniques
Popular models include:
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Aqara U200 Kit (Matter, Thread, HomeKit, fingerprint, NFC, PIN code, easy installation without drilling, many unlock methods)
- Nuki Smart Lock 3.0 (easy installation, many integrations)
- Bold Smart Lock SX-33 (SKG***, keyless, auto-activation)
- Yale Linus (app control, smart features, smart home compatible)
- LOQED Smart Lock (fully keyless, touch operation)
When purchasing, make sure you choose the correct cylinder (with panic function and SKG quality mark) for optimal security and compatibility with your door.
