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I used Nuki's Smart Lock Ultra for a year, and it changed how I think about smart home products

The Nuki Smart Lock Ultra offers a secure, high-performance retrofit solution for home entry, featuring end-to-end encryption, Matter over Thread support, and reliable performance across major smart home platforms.

Key Points

  • The Nuki Smart Lock Ultra is priced at $359 in the U.S. and €349 in Europe, with bundles including the Keypad 2 reaching $409/€429.
  • It features a stainless steel design, a brushless motor, and a universal cylinder compatible with most existing deadbolts for easy installation.
  • The device supports major smart home ecosystems, including Google Home, Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, and Samsung SmartThings via Matter over Thread.
  • Security features include end-to-end encryption and a privacy-focused setup process that does not require a mandatory user account.
  • The lock includes a replaceable plastic cog designed to fail to protect the motor, though users may need to source replacements if multiple break.

Why it Matters

This device sets a new standard for the smart lock market by prioritizing user privacy and data security alongside robust hardware performance. Its broad compatibility and reliable retrofit design make it a premium, long-term investment for consumers seeking to integrate secure, internet-connected access into their smart home ecosystems.
Android Central Published by harish.jonnalagadda@futurenet.com (Harish Jonnalagadda) , Harish Jonnalagadda
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