Top smart locks with Face ID you can buy for your home

The key to your front door is the only thing that hasn’t gone digital in your voice-controlled home, where the lighting adjusts automatically and which alerts you of your washing cycle completion. That’s when face recognition door locks come in handy. You approach the door, the lock recognizes you and the deadbolt slides back. No more hassles with carrying grocery bags, searching for a keypad in the dark, or a spare key which everyone around knows is kept in a flower pot. With prices ranging from less than 20,000 to over 90,000 rupees in India, the decision isn’t an easy one. Here are five face recognition locks, starting from the most affordable to the most expensive.

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Delta Z1 Pro – Rs 18,490

Delta Z1 Pro is what you need to enter and will cost you less than an average smartphone. Face unlock at such a price point used to come with a grumpy camera and numerous apologies at the entrance. No more. Think of this as a lock for a rented apartment and you will get all the fun without paying extra money. Take into consideration what you will be using as a back-up for unlocking. A PIN code or a physical key will come in handy when the battery will run low or your relative will come to visit but will refuse to smile into your entrance.

Native Lock Ultra – Rs 22,499

Native Lock Ultra is just slightly more expensive and the brand name has some fame to it. Native has the backing of Urban Company, whose name is synonymous with sending someone through your door. This holds significance in the case of a lock since installation and maintenance make all the difference to keep the smart lock smart beyond three months. A great face scanner does no good if the technician does not respond to your calls at all. Think about it. You are not purchasing a product, but buying into a relationship with the person who is going to be installing and maintaining it. This is the ideal choice for apartment owners looking for an industry-standard lock at a reasonable price.

Atomberg Cypheo Elite – Rs 27,999

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Atomberg got its reputation in efficient ceiling fans, so a face recognition lock is certainly a surprise from the company. Not a bad surprise. Atomberg has gained a reputation for technology that delivers more than its cost, and the Cypheo Elite attempts to carry that mindset into your house as well. For Rs 27,999, the lock demands an investment. Looks like a high-end lock but then again it all depends on how good the software is. Review the app before making a purchase. See how quickly it records entries, if it allows your family members to share the access or not, and how it performs during a Wi-Fi disconnect. It is the app that decides the fate of the smart lock, and no one likes firmware update late at night.

Ozone OZ-IRIS-11-LIFE-PLUS STD RG – Rs 67,355

The jump in price by ozone is more than double, and there have to be some explanations for the same. The security system being sold by ozone is an indigenous one, which does matter when it comes to having local help and spare parts. It also costs much more than a face camera at Rs 67,355, and hence the question is what for? It may be due to better construction, more ways of accessing, stronger hardware to deal with high usage of the main door? Let the seller explain it all to you. The houses having high activity, such as joint family homes and home offices, will be interested in user access limits and audit logs. Not for the house with only two occupants.

Yale Luna Pro+ – Rs 99,908

Yale Luna Pro+ is the lock that costs almost a lakh, which is more than a decent laptop. Yale is a global name in locks, and you pay for that heritage. It is the one for villas, penthouses and anyone who treats the front door as part of the interior design. A lock this expensive is also a statement piece. Look at the finish, the handle and how it matches your door. Then ask the unglamorous questions. What happens during a power cut? How long does the battery last? Who services it in your city? Premium locks deserve premium after-sales support, so get the service terms in writing. Confirm your door thickness suits the lock before ordering.

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