Home automation is an element that can make our lives much easier, and in Spain we have at our disposal a large number of quality devices—many of them compatible with each other—thanks to which we can delegate many tasks. Some of the possibilities that exist are: monitor the home, control the temperature and even access to the home through a smart lock.
These devices are really interesting, but it is true that in some cases, the transition from a normal lock can be complicated. That is why Netatmo, with its new Smart Doorlock, has sought to make it compatible with European doors, and has also made other decisions to make it a comfortable product for the user, just like other home automation devices.
In EL ESPAÑOL – El Androide Libre we have been able to verify how it works, and the truth is that it is a most interesting option. And it is that, It has physical keys, as well as a mechanical actuator that you will have to twist to open it, making it a familiar process.
It also stands out for being able to control access to the home from the mobile phone, with the possibility of allowing other users to enter – or removing their permission to do so – from anywhere. And not only that, but A key can also be deleted if we lose itso that the person who finds it can never use it.
Being a European brand, it wanted to focus on making it compatible with users in Europe, so it is compatible with any cylinder lock, and its management and access apps can be used from both Android and iOS. This smart lock has a price of 379.99 euros in its initial pack that includes 3 keys.
Very useful functions
One of the great keys to this lock is that you do not need an internet connection to use it. This is a great advantage, since you will not depend on this element to function correctly. The way the lock communicates with the mobile phone to configure itself is via Bluetooth, and the mechanism to open the door works via NFC connectivity.
From your mobile, you can access a large number of functions for this lock. The first and most important thing is that If you do not have one of these NFC keys, you can use your own mobile phone to open the door. If a guest arrives at our home and we want to let them in, all we have to do is send them an invitation through the guest app so that they can come in. You just have to open it and bring your phone closer to the lock.
Master key port on Netatmo lock
Jacinto Araque
The Free Android
it’s possible put a time limit on these invitations, so that a specific person is allowed in for a limited time, such as a weekend. This is very interesting for renting an apartment for a short period of time, or simply to let a trusted person pass before we arrive, but who does not have access to our home forever.
Returning to the keys, these can be personalized by adding a name in the application, and this makes a lot of sense, since if there is a problem with one or it is lost, it will be possible to eliminate your access to our door. If another person finds that key, they cannot use it to access our home. Additional keys can be purchased on the company’s website and configured to open the door of the home.
How does it work
The first thing to know about this smart lock is that it does not need to be plugged in, it works with four batteries that ensure autonomy of around a year, and this is ideal, since when they run out You just have to change them for new ones.and they will not experience the degradation that batteries suffer over time.
To save on autonomy, the company has decided not to include a motor inside the lock, so when it is unlocked, the cylinder will have to be rotated to unlock the door. The best thing about this is that You won’t have to worry about the batteries running out unexpectedly.since before it happens notifications will arrive to warn you that they must be changed.
Netatmo key
Jacinto Araque
The Free Android
In case they run out, the device can be used by connecting a micro USB cable to its external port. As with other locks, it has a anti-drill plug located on the outside of the lock, thanks to which it will be prevented from breaking from the outside.
The fact that NFC keys can be carried on a conventional keychain makes it extremely convenient to use them, and the good thing is that they can be added or removed from our lock in case it is lost or something happens to it. It’s about a product created and designed to be used in Europeso it is possible to replace this lock on any cylindrical lock.
I buy it?
There are times when installing a smart device in the home can be complicated, and there may even be compatibility issues that make it impossible to use or even less comfortable than what we had before. In this case, Netatmo has placed special interest in make this device easy to use. Management is carried out from the administration application, and a master key is used to be able to change some functions securely.
On the other hand, you can use the keys that come included with the lock, but these can also be unlinked. It doesn’t even need an internet connection, and this makes it a great option for those people who want to try a smart lock, but without depending on whether there is WiFi in the home. In this case, It will only be necessary to change the batteries of the device once a year, like someone changing them at the remote control of the television.
Of course, for 379.99 euros It is one of the best options that can be purchased, and it is even possible to buy more keys to distribute them to all the members living in the home. Of course, it offers a versatility that is appreciated in an element as important as a lock.
