I feel like voice control of a lock is not a great idea when you can AI voice clone people now. Good video though, I really like the thud sound of that lock
Hey @lifehackster! I love the channel! One thing I haven't seen reviewed on these smart locks on RUclips is how much torque the motors have. It's always something I'm looking at when setting them up for someone's rental as jams happen more often. I've noticed the wyze locks seem to have much more torque and fewer errors in comparison to others I've tried, like eufy. It would be interesting to somehow set up a torque test and see which ones will have fewer errors/jams.
We went with Eufy cams ,hub and lock after watching your reviews. Happy with everything except the lock . C210 . We installed it less than a month while in our new Florida home before heading north. Last month we got warnings of low battery. Now it is offline. We probably used the lock 20 times when there last March.
you do know he has a bias just based off the fact that he's sponsored by them right? I hope you considered that before buying into their entire ecosystem
My biggest gripe with this lock and others from Eufy/Anker is that they're using a non-standard(shorter) kwikset key, with a schlage style head. So, not only will someone probably try to use an automated key machine somewhere, and select schlage because of the head automatically getting the wrong key, even if they know it's a kwikset odds are it's going to be too long to work; Even if someone goes to a locksmith they'll likely have to go back a few times too. If they're going Kwikset, why not just go with a standard Kwikset key with SmartKey to allow you to match to other locks in your home, especially should you want or need multiple exterior smart locks. Even if they DON'T give it the SmartKey function, a standard Kwikset key would at least allow you to set it as the key for the other locks in the house. I wanted to get one of their locks that has a built in camera, and finding this out was an immediate dealbreaker. I have a Kwikset smartkey ecosystem, and only wanted one with a camera built in because the door I'd want it on is the only blind spot for my Eufy cam ecosystem. Yeah, key's should theoretically only be neeed in an emergency... but at least allow the convenience of easy key matching. The second door can just get a regular keypad lock that I can match to my others... and I'll get another doorbell cam with the benefit of a wider field of view not obstructed by a door frame.
Is that chime (unlock and lock beeps) adjustable? The older eufy locks use the speaker (the one that talks to you during fingerprint setup) to play a nice jingle on lock and unlock events.
@@LifeHackster Ah sounds good. Hopefully they have a firmware update that either changes the speaker (buzzer versus speaker) or at least a different beep pattern so its easier to identify if someone is unlocking or locking the door. (Which is a huge feature of the other door locks in Eufy's lineup).
Thank you for the fantastic review! Our door lock has a latch but no handle from outside. Can the Eufy E30 automatically operate it so that both the deadbolt and the latch unlock together?
I have the Yale Assure Lock 2 and the batteries drain super fast with no alert. I'm lucky to get 2 months usage before the batteries are dead. I had the previous Yale Smart lock with external hud version and it worked so much better. I know you said this lock could last up to 8 months. I'm interested how long it actually will last.
@lifehackster Do you know if Eufy will support Matter on their flagship S330 Video Smart Lock to have these features? Super backward to not push all devices with new firmware in Q4 of 2024!
Is this exactly the same as the c220, just with matter/ homekit? I would hope they upgraded the fingerprint scanner as the c220 doesn't work half the time.
No Auto Unlock feature? Still using wyze due to this feature. I find it to convenient to give up that my door just unlocks as I pull into the driveway. I am a HomeKit user however so I am always looking for a smart lock that will Auto Unlock and work w HomeKit.
There are other brands that only offer bluetooth, fingerprint, and keypad which should be cheaper. Remember, without WIFI, you will not be able to access the lock remotely.
Hi! Does Eufy or any other brand locks that are good for putting outside on my front gate? ( it is made from metal and doesn't have any weather protection ) Thanks.
Any reason why mine wouldn't be connecting to homekit? Doing everything thru the directions and as you did. Keeps saying unable to pair and to restart device. Should I try uninstalling ?
Shame it requires the eufy app to setup matter. I hope the matter organizers create a list of devices that can run matter without requiring other apps. 8 months with 8AA batteries.... I guess thats the best you can get with wifi.
I use my outward swinging backdoor in my smart lock videos so that there is a visual, that it does lock. With this setup, the deadbolt will always show..also remember this door cannot be kicked IN...easily anyways.
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I feel like voice control of a lock is not a great idea when you can AI voice clone people now. Good video though, I really like the thud sound of that lock
True..but Siri also needs the phone and with Alexa, it needs a verbal passcode.
I heard that ring is doing 24/7 recording and other new features on nov 5th. Has anyone heard more?
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Is the code only working to purchase directly from Eufy?
Oooh this is very tempting! Thanks for covering it. I’ve been very happy with all my Eufy products. So happy to see you at 240k subs! You deserve it 👍
Thank you and thanks for watching!
Been waiting so long for this!
Thanks for watching!
Hey @lifehackster! I love the channel! One thing I haven't seen reviewed on these smart locks on RUclips is how much torque the motors have. It's always something I'm looking at when setting them up for someone's rental as jams happen more often. I've noticed the wyze locks seem to have much more torque and fewer errors in comparison to others I've tried, like eufy. It would be interesting to somehow set up a torque test and see which ones will have fewer errors/jams.
That is a good idea, we will see. Thanks for watching!
I was hoping Eufy would've added Homekey. I'll pass!
This. Homekey, to me is the reason why I’ll buy a homekit lock.
We went with Eufy cams ,hub and lock after watching your reviews. Happy with everything except the lock . C210 . We installed it less than a month while in our new Florida home before heading north. Last month we got warnings of low battery. Now it is offline. We probably used the lock 20 times when there last March.
you do know he has a bias just based off the fact that he's sponsored by them right? I hope you considered that before buying into their entire ecosystem
My biggest gripe with this lock and others from Eufy/Anker is that they're using a non-standard(shorter) kwikset key, with a schlage style head. So, not only will someone probably try to use an automated key machine somewhere, and select schlage because of the head automatically getting the wrong key, even if they know it's a kwikset odds are it's going to be too long to work; Even if someone goes to a locksmith they'll likely have to go back a few times too. If they're going Kwikset, why not just go with a standard Kwikset key with SmartKey to allow you to match to other locks in your home, especially should you want or need multiple exterior smart locks. Even if they DON'T give it the SmartKey function, a standard Kwikset key would at least allow you to set it as the key for the other locks in the house.
I wanted to get one of their locks that has a built in camera, and finding this out was an immediate dealbreaker. I have a Kwikset smartkey ecosystem, and only wanted one with a camera built in because the door I'd want it on is the only blind spot for my Eufy cam ecosystem. Yeah, key's should theoretically only be neeed in an emergency... but at least allow the convenience of easy key matching. The second door can just get a regular keypad lock that I can match to my others... and I'll get another doorbell cam with the benefit of a wider field of view not obstructed by a door frame.
8 AA batteries. No chargeable battery?
used your coupon on prime day and got this for about $80! thanks!
can you re-key the lock to your existing keys, like you can with kwikset?
Unfortunately, No.
Any reason to get the c220 over this one?
If you don't need the matter or Homekit integration, then you can just get the C220.
Is that chime (unlock and lock beeps) adjustable? The older eufy locks use the speaker (the one that talks to you during fingerprint setup) to play a nice jingle on lock and unlock events.
You can just adjust the volume but not the type of tone.
@@LifeHackster Ah sounds good. Hopefully they have a firmware update that either changes the speaker (buzzer versus speaker) or at least a different beep pattern so its easier to identify if someone is unlocking or locking the door. (Which is a huge feature of the other door locks in Eufy's lineup).
Thank you for the fantastic review!
Our door lock has a latch but no handle from outside.
Can the Eufy E30 automatically operate it so that both the deadbolt and the latch unlock together?
I have the Yale Assure Lock 2 and the batteries drain super fast with no alert. I'm lucky to get 2 months usage before the batteries are dead. I had the previous Yale Smart lock with external hud version and it worked so much better. I know you said this lock could last up to 8 months. I'm interested how long it actually will last.
We will see. Still full bars at this time.
Will you give Lockly Visage a try? Seem to have some new features, like facial recognition
Can you set the same codes on multiple locks.
Yes.
Great review! Can you use Apple Homekey with this lock?
Unfortunately, No at this time.
I am looking for install this to my new anti-break door with multiple dead bolts. Is it possible to modify this to match the door?
The measurement specs it is in the video, I don't think you can modify it for your door.
@lifehackster Do you know if Eufy will support Matter on their flagship S330 Video Smart Lock to have these features? Super backward to not push all devices with new firmware in Q4 of 2024!
I'm not sure on this..hopefully, they will or they will release newer models that will.
Looks like a great competitor! Can you hardwire these?
Battery only. Most if not all smart locks are battery/battery pack powered.
So only difference between this and C220 is Matter?
So if my door locks via the door knob, cannot use this?
Very cool lock.
Is this exactly the same as the c220, just with matter/ homekit? I would hope they upgraded the fingerprint scanner as the c220 doesn't work half the time.
It seems like it is.
why did they move away from the rechargable battery? or are they saving. it for their pro models?
No Auto Unlock feature? Still using wyze due to this feature. I find it to convenient to give up that my door just unlocks as I pull into the driveway. I am a HomeKit user however so I am always looking for a smart lock that will Auto Unlock and work w HomeKit.
Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching!
does the lock have an ANSI grading?
I didn't see anything in print.
Im curious can this work without an Wifi connection at all? Like for a vacation home where i don’t have wifi?
There are other brands that only offer bluetooth, fingerprint, and keypad which should be cheaper. Remember, without WIFI, you will not be able to access the lock remotely.
I feel there Would bee wireles charsing rihgt? If phone can du it maybe also lock
Eufy's higher models smart locks have a rechargeable battery pack for power.
Hi! Does Eufy or any other brand locks that are good for putting outside on my front gate? ( it is made from metal and doesn't have any weather protection )
Thanks.
They have other models I think that has a higher IP rating.
Difference between this and the S230?
Hi, i was wondering if you could do a review of the starscope senteniel light bulb camera?
Any reason why mine wouldn't be connecting to homekit? Doing everything thru the directions and as you did. Keeps saying unable to pair and to restart device. Should I try uninstalling ?
Doesn't seem like it supports home key. That's a pretty important feature imo.
This vs s330 which one would you suggest? Fyi.. Apple support doesn't matter to me much...
Shame it requires the eufy app to setup matter. I hope the matter organizers create a list of devices that can run matter without requiring other apps.
8 months with 8AA batteries.... I guess thats the best you can get with wifi.
Can the Door lock be renamed? So I can just say for example "Unlock Front Door" Instead of saying the whole model number like you did. Thanks
I have 2 lock on one doors. Nobody has option for two locks!
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Thanks for letting me know. I contacted them.
Please make it a video with tapo C501GW 4G LTE. Thank you
You're aren't supposed to be able to see the deadbolt from outside. That's a security issue.
It's an outswinging french door with windows on both sides of the lock and knob. A visible deadbolt isn't making much of a difference.
I use my outward swinging backdoor in my smart lock videos so that there is a visual, that it does lock. With this setup, the deadbolt will always show..also remember this door cannot be kicked IN...easily anyways.
Will the homebase 3 also have matter and Apple home compatability? Or is it just the updated products line?
The HB3 has an update to be Homekit compatible but I'm not sure if Eufy will be upgrading their older cameras for it.
The fact that their cameras support HomeKit secure video but their locks don't support HomeKey is so annoying.
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Not sure if voice command is very secure, probably would turn that off.
True..but with Siri, it will need your physical phone too plus voice recognition and with Alexa it needs a verbal passcode.
Eight batteries!!!!
8 AA batteries...no thanks!
8 comes in the package but it uses 4
8 AAs…sigh
Voice command door locks I don't like
You can always turn it off or not set it up.
nop, dont need thieves
Hi LifeHackster, how can I contact you to ask you additional question? Or possible some consultation?