50 Smart Digital Door Locks - Which My Favorite Top 3?
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- Опубліковано 22 лип 2024
- After checking out over 16 brands 50 models of Smart Digital Door Locks, I have came out with my personal Top 3 favorite.
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► Aqara A100 (homesmart.sg/?r=290)
► Lockin S30 Pro (www.interlock.com.sg/s30pro.html)
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(0:00) - Intro
(1:17) - Buyer's Guide
(4:07) - 3rd Place
(7:50) - 2nd Place
(12:19) - 1st Place
(16:05) - Honorable Mention
(16:44) - Closing Thoughts
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The top 3 digital lock rank as mention were hardly been found in Singapore or sold well in China
These companies don't even have a range of digital lock to install for different type of doors.
Most importantly, if any of your users who purchase as mention of the lock above. When the lock is faulty there will be no warranty support as no digital lock company covers the spare parts
We have been in digital lock industry for 12 years.
At least we know customer is looking for digital lock that is well design, stable in mobile app and able to receive warranty support
Any of the lock u mention breaks down, none of the lock company in Singapore can repair them
Also you don't even know the type of mortise or lockset u are recommending.
Agreed, personally think it’s better to buy the digital lock that provide local service and warranty support. Initial savings (buying cheap locks) may cause a bomb in future!
did you genuinely watch the video before commenting?
Let me pin up this comment and let viewers decide for themselves
Face plam lol. There is even one local brand in the top 3..
@@AlexTeo
As a consumer, we will do our own research and make our own decision. Videos like these are helpful and informative for whoever is looking to have a digital smart lock.
With 12 years of being in the digital lock industry, My Digital Lock should be reaching out to help Alex gain more insight into these types of things. Instead of telling people, they don't know what they are talking about.
Thanks Alex, the video was informative, you showed the different type of digital lock, suppliers and showrooms available. Your top three were based on your preference, favourite and we understand this.
Don’t Let Anyone Dull Your Shine.
haha why so sour.
he did talked about the warranty and stuff at the end of the video. and yes i agree with @SuperDonutboi , you should be reaching out so he can review your locks to his viewers too!
he did also say that was his preference in choosing his digital locks. we dont have to follow him too but it was helpful for our decision making when choosing locks too!
and why you suan other ppl companies leh. they are local companies too leh! dont like that la
Alex is definitely the best curator on planet Earth! Very comprehensive and clear in his selection criteria. Big help here in narrowing down the options for home smart lock. Thanks.
thanks for the support!
he don't even work for it but he sounds like he knows everything about digital lock. this is like salesman talk. it sounds like big cannon that can blow your mind away.
Just recently installed lockin s30 pro, fantastic door lock its perfect
You just tackled many question I had on smart locks while showing a great selection of locks. I'll be looking for these models
Second and first door lock looks fantastic for smart home integration! Do show us more in-depth integration with your current smart home setup! Always loving such content!
but indepth technical content nobody watch haha... sad
@@AlexTeo sadly, true but its the juiciest part!!
Wow Alex, I'm really liking the amount of research you undertook for this video and the demos you have in your own home. Definitely subscribing and looking forward to your other videos as well! Keep up the great work
thanks for the sub!
Thanks for the great review. I was considering the Yale and the Lockin s30 too. Good to know that it's actually a reliable brand!
yes it is no worries haa
Excellent video Alex! A lot of good points covered in detail which I really appreciate. Thank you for sharing!
I like the consumer point of view to a lock purchase backed by experience in using one. This makes a real difference - from say listening to a sales person. The unfortunate rule of thumb I apply to sales people at most digital locks shops I have been to is you can't fully trust them - the sales metrics drive recommendation and experience (or lack if it) can do a lot of damage if lies are made (instead of saying I don't know). There are exceptions but the price point of these locks is not the segment that one can really trust sales people up front. So videos like this makes helps me to narrow down and better prepare me with questions I haven't thought of. I don't need reviews of every lock out there. I just need a few from a more trusted source (than some company). Kudos!
Can you elaborate a bit on the Lockin S30 Pro where you mention that it can connect to Singapore and Chinese mainland? What is the significance?
Consumers today are very different from 10yrs ago..well-informed as information are everywhere. Companies need to transform their business and sales people need to up their game
@@AlexTeo Showrooms are sales traps to the less aware. I am just stating the unstated obvious - besides showing you the locks and locking down your time left. Some of us like to be a bit more knowledgeable before walking into a den. But still, everyone is happy walking into a den...
Thank you Alex, this is the best and only video in Singapore talking about how to choose smart locks.
I've done some research as well, also found out that Lockin S30 Pro is the best option.
Your video is very informative and well thought out. Thank you.
Lockin S30 Pro is a undiscovered gem in Singapore. That is my conclusion (too) before I see the video. There are other choices so I have not decided yet but I get comfort knowing great people think alike 😆.
thx thx, nice to see such comment popping once a while
Trying to digest it all. I think in the end, my wife will just decide for all of us. Igloohome and A100 too black (all black?) to her. She wants something less black. That leaves S30 Pro....that's how decisions are made at the end of the day. S30 Pro will look nice on my new matt greyish laminate door.
Thank Alex for this video. Very useful for people like me who would like to get a smart lock but not sure where to start and what to consider. Yet there is still the concern of how safe is a smart lock 😊
if you look at how easy a locksmith is able to break the lock, then its much harder vs a normal lock with keys
If this is an important concern on safety, a good test will be to call the locksmith for a quote for locks you have in mind including your existing key lock. Pick the model the locksmith quotes the highest (or don't want to do the job!).
@@shawelkoh9427 Thanks for the tip! 😊
Thanks Alex for your very unbiased and informative review. I've proceeded to get the Lock in S30 and loving it!
great to hear that!
Great video Bro! I'm sold after watching your video. A100 installation tomorrow, finally a smart lock for my home after years of deliberation. Appreciate your thorough elaboration of all the locks and functions. Homekit and Homekey won me. Keep up the great work!
Wow nice! 👍
I like Apple stuff but I could not fully fathom the need to bump my phone or watch on the front to unlock. It will be hard to avoid the bumping given it is NFC which I think is meant to be near near for security reason). Why not just unlock with fingerprint? Is it just an Apple thing (to be part of everything it offers) or just a fun thing knowing it works. Hope to be educated. Thanks
I have gotten the Aqara D100, yet to install. But mainly for the fact like you said, fingerprint sensor on handle is a must! and also for homekit support.
yeah the D100 is a push pull, too bad I don't use apple
Hi Alex, thanks for putting up the video. There is one more thing if I may add, is the lock catch. I have the Samsung push pull one for 5 years already. And it really is very loud especially in the middle of the night when you return home. The click when you push or close the door really is a big thing to me. I visited some friends whose door has a very quiet opening and closing. That’s when I realise some of their digital door does not have the bolt catch. When opening with finger print, the lock just move inwards the door and you can push the door open with almost no noise. Same for closing. The door closes with a soft close and the door just locks swiftly and quietly. Why I am particular with this is because it’s really annoying and a bother and sometimes the closing wakes me from my sleep. So that is also one important aspect for me when looking for another digital lock.
yeah you are very right, that is the problem for most push pull design. For true silent unlock, check out fully automatic lever lock, the yale biosecure is a good choice for that
@@AlexTeo so many detailed insights from other users. 😃. So for a silent lock/unlock, a fully automatic door lock would be a better choice? I was looking ard and noticed that Kaadas K9 is fully automatic but can confirm if it’s silent or not.
Thanks Alex! I’m renovating my flat soon, and your channel has almost everything I need 😆
happy to hear that :)
Just in time for my new house. Thank u so much. Pls continue to show us more smart home videos
sure, thanks for the support!
important tip: if you are buying and installing yourself, please measure that the gap between gate and door is bigger than the depth of the door lock exterior, otherwise you can't close your gate. Using the Philips 9300 iirc, it's expensive but it has a slim exterior so it doesn't hit my gate
thanks for sharing!
Hey Alex, have been following your channel for 6 months. I must say that your videos helps tonnes for many of us who are looking to smart homes, very layman explanation and detail. Would like to check if you have any idea if the electrical bills are to be on the higher side for smart homes since most of the smart items are on standby mode. It's 1 of the few factors for majority to consider as electrical cost in SG tend be on the rise.
just nice i am watching this video when i see your comment, ua-cam.com/video/WBxyYIeYi1Q/v-deo.html
just to give you a perspective of how much it costs to maintain a smart home, my setup is using average 400kwh monthly
@@AlexTeo did you notice an increase in your electricity bills pre and post-smart home installation, if you did it? Thank you.
Thank you so much for your unbiased opinion on these smart locks. Think I'll hold off for now, but loved your vlog. Very interesting and informative 👍
thanks for watching!
I am using Phillips 7300, simple and sturdy door lock. No complaints so far =)
Thanks for the high quality video!
I'm curious about your thoughts on gate vs door lock. I'm currently torn between them since we are probably gonna be leaving our door open for ventilation so it might not make sense to install a door lock. but then again, the door locks seem to be more fully featured than gate locks. I also dont see a point in installing both locks haha. What are your considerations behind choosing the door lock over the gate lock?
wow what you said make whole lot of sense. Might as well have the lock at the gate lol. Generally mortise locks are more secure than deadbolt or rim locks, with more security features. Depending on your gate, you can actually reach to the inside of the lock easily too which is pointless. So some have a trigger button in the house for the gate lock, this is another level of inconvenience
solid and objective video. thank you very much for listing your considerations. Compared to those lock companies who are interested in pushing products from companies that give them the most returns, you are a rare find. Subscribed!
thanks for the sub!
I really like the Aqara a100, however one more criteria for me is that I would like for it to be paired with a digital gate lock. I understand Aqara doesn’t have this. Perhaps you may want to do a vid for gate/door digital locks.
@@VeteranLu ya maybe some time late this year
Any gate digital lock able sync with Lockin S30 pro for the main door?
Thanks for the public service Alex! Just in time when my reno is about to finish
I am leaning towards S30 Pro for a rock solid push pull handle. The Igloohome has a moving-type rocking handle which I worry may have problems - and I kind of like the feel of the rigid non moving handle that you highlighted in the video for the S30 Pro. Will decide closer to April when house is ready - and hope to check back here for updates before making a decision! Thank you Alex for the digital lock review.
Thanks for sharing 🙂
I'm using Samsung, push pull design. Back then there weren't so many options. You ruled this out as the fingerprint reader is located separately, but I feel this is easier if your hands are full - those you showed required you to grip the handle. Also liked their accessories (e.g. small key tags) which are useful for extra users (easier to activate/deactivate than new fingerprints). Long lasting battery life and is reliable. Takes 8 batteries but can run on 4. I think it also has some anti-tampering alarm.
yours have the blue light at the fingerprint sensor? that actually consume more power. I feel the best if hands are full is with watch, same for public transport
@@AlexTeo Agree with watch if available - does it work same as public transport with double tap? Fingerprint always have issue after a swim.
S30 also can run with 4 batteries too. It have more features such as remote unlock, ic card, onetime pin, periodic pin and anti-tampering alarm than samsung.
Yeah, I guess I must be one of the minority that doesn't like fingerprint sensors, they seem to be so unreliable, at least for me. Rather just have a key tag that you can pass around easily with no fuss and works 100%. The video should have included in the title "best finger print door locks"
Very informative Vid Alex! But too late for me, just bought a digital lock a week ago. Using SingGate for my Main door and Gate as well, its a local brand.
I purchased A100 after Alex's recommendation and its so good! Thank you once again for your honest review!
nice!
Interesting video. A good spread of lock types to better appreciate what's out there. I watched 3 times and concluded that since I like the lock on a standalone basis, the Lockin S30 Pro stands out. Had I live, breath, and bathe in my Apple watch or phone, I may go with Aqara A100. There are less to be excited about the Igloohome, so nice to know.
pretty gd summary haa
Yay thanks Alex! Will just trust you and go with Aqara #2 cos of the Apple Watch unlock function (amongst other pros). We’re also gonna trust you with the B+D steam mop, hope it’s great for our new place! In the beginning of your video, you mentioned one of the must-haves is robot vacuum; just wondering, if my place is really quite small and i think it's doable with just a wireless handheld vacuum, do you have any recommendations? (i've watched all your vids! i thought omniglide is ok, but 4 mins at max power is a little short for the whole house :/ idm dyson, but thinking if the price justifies, vs. say Airbot supersonic pro?) Hope to get your advice before we make the purchase! Thank you! And thanks for yet another great vid!!!
no idea how small your house is but I will still go with robovac as my first choice unless you have a lot of things lying around. Omniglide normal power is enough no need max really very handy because of its size plus you have removable battery which is very important
Just 3rm, and yes, with kids stuff lying around. So was thinking one good heldhand vacuum if I don’t intend to get a robovac :/
LOL 10:34
Thanks Alex. It's a very informative video for someone who are completely new to smart digital lock.
I wish you will have a video for smart toilet bowl and dishwasher too. To company who are watching this, sponsor him for review plssss. haha
yes please, don't need to sponsor just send me a test unit haha... but toilet bowl feels weird to demo and review 🤣
Thanks Alex for the amazing and well informative video once again!
thanks for the support!
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@@ultimixarch3699 this alex talk like a big cannon that can blow people's mind away. he don't work for it but he talk like an expert. sounds like salesman talk
I'm using the full automatic Aqara D100. The main reason for choosing this lock is the thickness of the lock. I'm living in a old HDB area where the main door and gate are very close, most of the push pull type can't fit in. Initially I was worry about the rechargeable battery pack that come with it. After using this lock for almost a year the battery is still 53% full. I got it directly from China and installed it myself. Not too difficult if you know how and have the required tools to do the job.
wow nice, which region are you using and able to link that to google home?
Thank you Alex for helping me decide my door lock. Took me weeks to decide until i chance upon your video. 😂
glad that helps!
thanks Alex! This video is so helpful
thanks Alex for sharing 👍I am using Eazea push pull lock because we are having both gate and door which unlocks both gate and door at the same time and it has very decent price point for its features (wifi unlock, fingerprint, tag unlock, pin code etc).
thanks for sharing! ya that feature I feel it is most important if you are locking your gate and door
i also went to check out eazea lock which unlocks gate n door at simultaneously. It’s really convenient! I do agree on the price point.
But what alex mentioned, the placement of the fingerprint scanner is quite crucial, which got me thinking a lot. 😅
Lockin S30 Pro is better for me because I don't own any Apple phone or watch, and I am a Xiaomi fan🙂. I can't stand the all BLACK color locks from Xiaomi / Aqara / Igloo locks . So S30 Pro looks much better with nice matt grey color. I also use back the same MiHome app. Installed at my in-law's place last week and this week at my place! Cool review bro!
nice! thanks man
Does Aqara A100 support double door entrance? In one of their specification photos, they have put a cross on the swinging door which is confusing me
Great video as always! 👍
Gasped when I saw the A100, thanks for bringing to our attention! Anyway having a separate lock for the gate will mean we can open door for ventilation, but honestly I think even with gate unlocked nobody is going to walk in so blatantly also!
I guess only HDB has the habit of open door ventilation haha, the rest must be suffocating! Yeah who will walk in when somebody is in the house, trying to imagine that happen quite funny 🤣
@@AlexTeo, it happens here in the US. We have criminals who are brazen.
You should add into consideration that without a manual unlock from the inside, if the lock malfunctions for whatever reason, u can get locked in your own house. I think that is a major factor in choosing a digital lock. Also, with a handle, space between your door and gate comes into play.
Yeah man. My sister's Samsung push pull lock don't have, so last time when the handle inside the house cannot open, no manual unlock knob inside! Got to call locksmith to force open from outside. So now I always look for the manual unlock knob on the inside handle. I checked the video for inside manual unlock: Igloohome lock - NO!, Aqara A100 - Yes!, S30 Pro - Yes! I am Xiaomi man, so end up buying 2 S30 Pro!
@@wanaz1448 For the igloohome push pull model, from the inside, doesn’t pulling the handle unlocks the lock? Just as the video is shown, pushing from the inside manually unlocks the lock. This means the mechanical unlock part is connected to the Pull handle
@@dkx5778 Am referring to the manual ****knob***. Think you have to watch video a few more times . Your sentence is correct but when handle jammed like samsung one, then cannot open lah. Also, cannot manual lockup if got lock problem. See video ... then imagine a bit. Sorry dunno how to describe.
Hmm do you mean that the handle mechanism spoil? Rather than no battery?
@@trenzterra not no battery. If the electricals spoil, there is no way to unlock the door since everything is electronic. It's better to have a manual fail safe.
Thank you! So helpful for a tech-challenged person like me.
I’ve had a Samsung Push-Pull lock for a few years but I’m sick and tired of being locked in, so I’m on a hunt for a new one. It happened twice which is bad enough. So much distress to the folks inside. Imagine if you had a plane to catch. Anyways, I read an article by Jon Wong titled “Samsung Digital Door Locks: Thou Shall Not Exit Your Home!” (great read by the way and quite funny). He talked about this lock-in problem and advised that a lever handle would be a safer way to avoid it. What’s your take on it?
Much thanks for the digital lock review video. Just had S30 Pro installed two days ago. I like it very much. Still playing around with it!
nice!
How about a digital gate lock? Assuming that we will like to leave the gate's manual lock permanently unlocked using only the digital lock as the main lock. The idea is to leave the door open most of the time to enable wind to go through the house and yet having the peace of mind that the house is secure + convenience of digital lock.
I didn't look into rim locks, maybe in the future
Just installed A100 on Friday! Still playing around with it but loving it so far! Your top 3 choices were my top 3 considerations as well. But the Apple Key sold it for me for Aqara A100 as I’m setting up an Apple HomeKit smart home. 😄
Now, what should I get for gate lock… 🤔
Considering using Singgate for their gate lock.
Nice!
I like the keywe damian, comes with zwave
Forgot to mention the model. Was looking at FM019. One motion to unlock and open.
Only thing I’m giving up is the unlock together.
Tho I’m tempted but what one of your viewers mentioned. Using Nuki Bluetooth unlock.
@@hongyaochua2758 Hi, any reason for not going for the latest model? I'm also looking for a gate lock.
@@truebelieverjh oh. My plan was to go for the latest one. Ahahah. FM021.
@@hongyaochua2758 Noice. I'm still not too sure about the gate and door situation. So will FM021 be able to unlock the door lock? Or you plan to just use fingerpint to unlock both gate and door?
What would you recommend to doors that get direct sunlight and some rain splash? Thank you
Hi Alex, thanks a lot for your video. Do you know if HDB fire insurance will be void when installing smart doorlocks? Thank you!
will wyze lock work with any hub? Can one purchase the gateway alone?Please advise
Thanks for your video, using Lockin S30 pro after checking out your review.
hope you find it good as well
Thanks for the awesome vid, was just thinking hard about the Igloohome. I'm looking for a lock that allows for time belted passcodes (i.e. same as Igloohome's recurring pin that allows a pin to be activated for instance from 10am to 12pm every monday). Would you know if the Aqara A100 and Lockin S30 apps have this function? Was trying to research but couldn't quite find info. Thanks!
correction, igloohome and lockin have that, aqara I am not sure maybe can check with seller directly
Just had Lockin S30 Pro installed . I did see the option to set a time based pin code in the Mi Home app, like how you described it: "activated for instance from 10am to 12pm every monday"
Nice review. I like the Aqua lock, but I think I’ll wait for thread support. Thanks for the advice.
more of matter support, hopefully we will see one this year
Does these digital door locks handle direct SG sunlight well ? Do they not overheat after a few hours ?
Hi Alex, i enjoy your video on smart home devices, can u help advise for auto gate? Currently im using all my devices on Aqara, tapo & tplink. Kindly advise. From Johor, Malaysia
At first i went to google for the top 10 best digital/smarts door locks, but the online narrative for those top 10 are not clear enough for me (the tech blur blur) to decide and they are quite expensive. Alex’s videos are always there to help from the start of my house reno journey. Getting advise from someone I can trust (non sponsored video) is very helpful than any sales pitch. The top 3 brands Alex has picked indeed help me, the tech blur blur, a lot. Now I can make a beeline for these 3 brands and choose one of them. Thanks Alex. 👍🏻
thanks thanks, i am actually come out with a gate+door lock video soon if you are looking for that
Hi, I have recently purchased a Lockin S30 Pro, loving the design! However I have 1 huge issue with this, which is it cannot change the voice language to english? Any suggestions on how to switch the language?
What 😊ne is best in case somebody smashes a window, they just cant mechanically unlock, especially on a deadbolt, any leads?
This is an awesome video! Thank you very much!
Love your videos as usual!
thanks!
Great content as usual
Does anyone know a smart lock that lets you configure it so you can use for public restrooms? i.e when locked from the inside you can't open with code from the outside
Hi, thanks for the video, would have any experience with Aqara D100 smart lock? Does in fit stand BTO door?
better check with the seller
Yet another very good review video. 👍👍
Thanks for your video. I love it 👍🏼
Hello, I would like to know if you could help me, please.!
I bought a X6-Black(Tuya APP), thought Lazada, I would like to know if has a feature of “aut lock”, so when the door are close, after few second it lock automatic.
I look at the app and manual and I could not see it.
Thanks
i think it makes more sense to seek such support matters from your seller
Great job on the video! Super informative.
For the A100, is it possible to mute the beeping sounds it makes when opening or pressing the key pad?
Yes of course u have vol setting in the app
@@AlexTeo great. Thanks for the reply
Hi for Lockin S30 Pro, can we program our current condo access card to open the lock?
can check with your condo management, no idea whether your card can be paired with other devices
Hi Alex, thanks for your informative videos which are absolutely a blessing for someone who is preparing for renovation after my home purchase, may i get your advice for a Gate/Door lock sync - preferably once i unlock the gate, the internal door lock can auto unlock as well. Thank you!
I will be checking out such solution soon, right now i don't have anything that i am comfortable to recommend
Hi Alex! I am planning for my upcoming BTO and intending to build a smart home around SmartThings and Google as VA. Any advice on any door locks compatible with SmartThings or is it not necessary ? Eg I want to create automation like when door is unlocked then specific lights and aircon will turn on etc.
Thanks in advance!
Smartthings support samsung, yale, keywe, solity, schlage among the brands I checked. Just need to verify the models. I use a contact sensor for such automations currently
Nice video, any recommendation on gate lock? I always lock gate & keep door open for better air circulation while at home.
i never check out those before
Any reason to get Aqara A100 when Lockin OJJ X1 is the OEM and looks the same while being cheaper?
Apart from the minor hardware differences, its the software integrations and features
Any options with google assistant integration without using of hub? Or which you recommend the best for google assistant compatible (with or without hub)
both the aqara and yale are good choices, both require hub
Hi Alex, Is the lockin s30 pro able to generate one time pin when there is no internet access like the igloohome? Reason is because we always switch off the wifi when leaving the house? Thanks.
yes it does
Hey Alex, which gate lock would you recommend if I were to choose the A100 for my wooden door?
can't really recommend any since I didn't check them out before. I will get those that automatically unlock when my phone is in range, for eg. Yale, KeyWe
Hey Alex! Am a fan and always looking forward to your videos - they are always very informative and helpful :)
Just wanted to ask, is the aqara a100 digital door lock compatible with both the gate & door? If it is not compatible with the gate, what would you suggest as an alternative? Thank you!
nope its not meant for HDB gates, if you want apple homekit support you can go for yale
Planning to buy this high tech digital smart door lock.
How do u unlock the A100 from the inside? It wasn't clear from the video.
Alex, do you have a sliding glass door lock that you recommend? My aluminum frame is 1 1/8” thick and 2” wide. Thanks for your help. I live in Mexico.
do you have access to igloohome products in mexico, I think they do have 1 model for sliding glass door
www.igloohome.co/en-SG/products/glass-door-lock
Very informative video. Am really keen to get a digital door lock since I’ve moved in my flat 1.5 years ago. I’ve currently shortlisted the lockin and igloohome model. Will you be able to elaborate more on the pros each model has over the other?
Another consideration for me is the sound generated when it unlocks, I would prefer a silent one.
I’m currently leaning toward igloohome but it seems the reaction time to unlock the door is a bit slow. The fact that it is a local brand seems more assuring in the event there are any issues.
Also lockin does not seem to have a local store that I can see the model in person and ask questions. But the look is really tempting.
if you are looking for really a very silent one then the Yale YDM7220 that i show in the video is a good choice. Typically you want those handle type that when put in a open position, it will reduce the amount of contact to the side plate
@@AlexTeo thanks ! By the way as I’m really new to digital door locks, any issues installing brands like lockin where there seems to be only one distributor in singapore ? Example 5 years down the road the lock spoils for some reason and the sole distributor has closed shop or no longer carry the brand, any issues with fixing the lock?
Hi Alex, thank you for the great video. What are your thoughts on gateman digital locks?
overall good traditional korea brand, that's my impression. But I always try to be objective looking at the product level because a good brand doesn't mean all of their products are definitely good
The Lockin S30 Pro door ajar alarm can this feature be disabled cos when at home I will leave the main door open and close the gate
yup of course, it can be disabled or simply put to mute
Hi Alex, I am wondering if you know Aqara has room to room intercom devices? I have challenges in searching for it and I may go with Aqara smart home setup with the lock recommended. Thanks again for the awesome videos.
people usually use smart speakers to do that
Hi Alex, thank you for sharing these information. It helps with selecting a new digital lock for to replace the current faulty digital lock in my house. Just a note too that I had enquired with Igloo Home, their gate lock and door lock can only be opened together if we use a Key Fob ONLY. Fingerprint and PIN are confirmed unable to unlock together when unlocking the gate.
I'm having a hard time looking for digital gate sync with digital door lock to unlock together. Any recommendations?
Oh i didn't knew that, in that case its not fully automatic. Thanks for informing me about this. Did you check out yale?
I'm checking on Eazae and Solity now. Both have gate n door sync, apps etc. So far Solity looks great. U can have a look at it too 😊
@@siewyenyong4057 yeah these 2 have it as well, i will probably check out at some point because i have other videos lined up
Hi Alex! Thanks for the informative video. Checking if you know whether the Akara A100 is compatible with our metal gate?
hey there, nope it is not, only for the wooden door
I have an exterior metal door outside my home and need something to work in weather. I like the Aqara A100. Will this work?
the aqara is not meant for outdoor use
Hi, I would like to buy your number 2 but it is not water resistant. What is the best water resistant digital lock?
thank you alex for this informative video. i kept watching and still torn between a few brands and whether to just go with gate lock or both door n gate.
Kaadas K9
Solity
Eazea (door n gate bundle which unlocks simultaneously)
Schlage
Igloohome (door n gate)
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take your time haa
Do I need a Aqara hub if I’m getting the A100? Just thinking of getting the lock
Not a must
Hi Alex, great analysis in highlighting all the key important consideration point. Aqara A100 is really look sleek! Understand that Aqara doesnt have any digital lock for hdb grill gate, how can we implement sync unlock such that upon unlocking hdb grill gate, the aqara wooden door lock will be unlocked? Any any grill gate digital lock to recommend to pair with A100?
aqara doesn't have gate locks, the gate locks out there are mostly designed for the local HDB market. A possible work around is to use a aqara contact sensor on your gate, such that once it detects its open, then unlock the aqara door lock. Such automation should be available but better confirm again with the aqara resellers
Hi, may I know which showroom has Aqara digital lock? I can't seem to find physical display so far.
there are a few companies that carry aqara locks, can google a bit
Great video!
By the way, what’s the keyboard that you are using? The one in white and come with number pad I suppose
RK100, will have an updated desk tour video this year
Hi Alex, thanks for making this informative video. Before watching this, I was actually considering the Seamless Désignerin from Starke. I'm generally new to all this and I think I heard you mention something about wifi locks not being safe. I notice that this lock from Starke has a remote unlocking feature using mobile phone app...do you know if this is via wifi or bluetooth? Not sure if I got the concepts right. Thanks in advance!
i am not sure either, better ask them directly. There are only 2 possibilities - 1. direct wifi from the lock, 2. lock is bluetooth that connects to a wifi bridge device
btw is there a smart lock that has some charge from mains option, like using a wireless chargin feature that would sit beside the door - actually, there should be flexible cables that can go to the hinge side of the door - imagine laptop cables that go to the display part.. I haven't seem any solutions with charging..
I want a system that's worry free like classical mechanical lock.. and so it's not complicated for others to use.. I do love hi tech looking stuff, but with this, I'd prefer something more classical..
Hi Alex nice to hear from tour how about the voc and singate lock compared to all this I can't discuss to buy which one
i don't see VOC locks locally distributed in singapore, that's why didn't include them in though i saw videos from taiwan covering them. As for singgate, unfortunately they didn't respond to my email request hence excluded in my list too
Hi Alex, can the Aqara A100 be used on BTO gates? If not, do you have a recommendation for gate smart lock?
aqara didn't have locks for HDB gates, lockin do have you can go check it out
Hey Alex, great video! Just wondering, if we have Samsung Smart Things, do we still need the respective hubs like aqara hub and xiaomi gateway etc?
yes these locks are not natively supported in smartThings and also because smartThings doesn't have bluetooth. For smartThings, you can look at yale, samsung, solity and keywe, mainly all the korean brands
@@AlexTeo Thanks for the explanation and suggestion!
Why dont we need one for metal door and wooden door? Is that not safer?
Why is hafele PP8100 not included I wonder?
Hi Alex. I was thinking of getting the aqara but I’m disappointed that they don’t have a gate lock. I would prefer something with dual locking but the choices seem to not be aqara. What would you suggest if I’m going for aqara. Or should I go for kaadas
you could add an aqara contact sensor on your gate, should be able to set such automation rule, else I will look at solity, yale or eazea
Nice video. Make me tempted to get the Aqara lock but they do not hav one for gate. We required it as we hav kids n sometimes we jus wan to lock the gate n open main door. Haha. Quite redundant if we going to get diff brand for the gate.
yeah having the feature to lock and unlock together is good