Can a smart lock keep your home safe?

While they haven't grown in popularity as quickly as smart speakers, security cameras, and doorbells, there are a range of models available to choose from that offer some pretty intriguing features.To get more news about best wifi smart door lock, you can visit securamsys.com official website.

We installed the Nuki Smart Lock to find out if the benefits outweigh the not insignificant £200 cost.
You might be wondering exactly what smart locks have to offer. In a nutshell, a smart lock is a keyless way to open and close your door. Some work with your existing locks, while others entirely replace the one you have. The different types include:

And it doesn't stop there - some smart locks have additional features, like an activity log, or notifications when someone comes home - handy if you want to check the kids have arrived after school. They can be linked to your location and Bluetooth (so it automatically opens when you're close to it), or you can open the lock remotely, if you have a cleaner or a delivery.

Over the last month we've been living with the smartphone-connected Nuki Smart Lock 2.0 to see how easy it is to install, use, what features it offers and importantly, whether it unlocks your door when you need it to. The Nuki retro-fits over your existing door lock, but you'll need to make sure you have the right type.

With the Nuki Smart Lock 2.0, installation can be easy, but there are some things you need to know in advance. Check the Nuki website to make sure the lock works with the keyhole on your door.

This is important - before successfully testing the lock, three other people at Which? tried and failed to install it. For example, if you have a door that requires a handle to be lifted to open, it might not work for you.

There are different versions of the Nuki for euro cylinders and UK oval cylinders. If you have a rotating knob on the inside of your door, you can order an adapter too (for free).

If your lock is compatible, the actual installation is simple. You put the plate onto the inside of your door, fix it to your existing cylinder, put in your key, and fit the smart lock mechanism. You then just follow the instructions in the app to set up and configure your smart lock, which was straightforward. There are also videos online if you get stuck.

In summary, if you're looking to purchase the Nuki or any other smart lock, make sure you're clear on the installation process before you buy.
How does the Nuki smart lock work?
The lock works with your mobile to unlock your door, and is also compatible with smart watches, Nuki fobs and Nuki keypads.

If you want to open or lock the door with your phone, you just swipe on the app. This only works for people with a virtual 'key', which can be permanent, scheduled, or one-off.

For the ultimate in convenience, you can choose auto-unlock. For this you don't even have to get your phone out of your pocket - it uses your location and bluetooth to open your door automatically as you approach. This works well, although it uses a certain distance to determine if you've left. 100m wasn't enough for us to auto-unlock after heading to the corner shop as it was too close.

You can also manually turn the Nuki on the inside of your door and operate it like a doorknob to lock and unlock. The button on the front also locks and unlocks too. If you press it twice, it'll 'Lock 'n' go', which means you have 20 seconds to leave and it'll lock the door behind you.

If your phone is out of battery, you will still be able to still use your physical key, if you have a lock which operates on both sides with a key in the lock. Or, you can buy a small, bluetooth fob which will let you in. Another option is to ask someone else who has access to open the door for you remotely (you'll need the Bridge to do this).