Europe’s Favorite Smart Lock Just Hit the U.S.—Here’s What I Think
Europe’s Favorite Smart Lock Just Hit the U.S.—Here’s What I Think
🔐 Best Smart Lock for Apple Home? Testing the Nuki Smart Lock + Keypad 2 (Now in the U.S.)
Looking for a smart lock that works with Apple Home, Matter, and is easy enough for the whole family to use? In this video, I review and install the new Nuki Smart Lock and Keypad 2—a popular smart lock brand from Europe that’s now officially launching in the United States.
I tested it for Apple HomeKit integration, Matter over Thread support, geofencing, fingerprint access, and more to see if it’s the best smart lock for families and whether it’s worth installing on your front door.
Find out how it performs, what I love about it, what’s missing (no Home Key?), and why I almost kept this lock for myself.
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Voucher Code: GT77YUBK for 15% off — valid through September 30th, 2025
Find out more about Nuki and the Smart Lock
https://try.nuki.io/3GrRGat
Video is sponsored by Nuki.
NOTE: This description contains affiliate links that allow you to find the items mentioned in this video at no cost to you. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.
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⏱️ CHAPTERS
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00:00 – Intro: Why My Neighbor Needed a Smart Lock
00:43 – What Is the Nuki Smart Lock?
02:24 – Unboxing
03:30 – Install & Setup
05:00 – Apple Home + Matter Setup
05:35 – Testing Lock Features (Keypad, App, Fingerprint)
07:13 – Installing at My Friend’s House
08:12 – Pros & Cons (Nuki Premium?)
11:20 – Final Verdict: Should You Try It?
13:00 – Price & Availability
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They can shove the subscription !!! 👎
Is the rechargeable battery user replaceable or is this more "disposable tech" coming from hypocritical green Europe?
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Is the data really stored locally if you sign up for the subscription? Or is that only with IOS devices?
Can you use this Nuki lock with SwitchBot Keypad Vision (e.g. with an automation)?
HomeKey for me is a must have. Is this perhaps not supported via Matter?
This product is not compatible with Schlage brand deadbolts.
I’ll pass, but thanks for the review!
I like my Wyze bolt lock $99 this one is 3x the price.
Automatically suspicious when the company who makes the product being reviewed sponsors the video. I’ll pass.
I have an august lock and it’s been great in the last 3 apartments I’ve been in. This seems like the same thing but rechargeable which I like, and thread is a big win. But I think the august lock is usually closer to $100 on prime day, or cyber Monday, so this is a but too high of a price I feel like. Also no USB-C on a product from the EU is an interesting choice.
Above all, though, it’s just not a good time to upgrade your smart-lock. With UWB around the corner, and Schlage already announcing a model, trust me you’ll want a UWB lock. As someone that has UWB car key with Apple Car Key 2, it’s game changer. It’s like going from wired CarPlay to wireless, there’s no going back.
The biggest (and it is HUGE) downside to a lock like this is, there is no "physical" ingress component, so if your electronics are whack or otherwise just not working, you are screwed. Compare this to an "old" key/lock, where you have a physical key to use.
If its from the uk i dont want it… its probably full of ways to steal your data bc that seems to be the mo of the uk right now…
When you get Nuki, you don’t need a new key.
Thread 😑 I was into this lock until the hub requirement
this lock looks like a nightmare waiting to happen. nothing will beat a lock and key. but at least you got paid to shill for this company! final word: your stupid wife locked herself out of the house but you never have? give me a fucking break. unliked and not subscribed.
I did like Nuke years ago, but now it doesn’t have any benefits over Augus or Aqara, more expensive and less functional
Just so I’m understanding this right it connects with matter over thread and doesn’t use wifi?
They say home key is coming soon to a new keypad
Are there any smart door knobs?
Can you create PIN/access codes through HomeKit for people to access the door?
I did it all for the Nuki! the Nuki!
It looks a bit different from the European version. Here, you have to replace the entire cylinder lock if you install the latest Nuki. Since I have a strong security cylinder, that’s not an option for me. I also don’t like Nuki Premium. At the moment I’m still using a Dana Lock.
Review of a product sponsored by the company? 🤡 ok bro. Plus. No home key? Nahh ✋
Wish these bolts would have a way to not be battery powered. I don’t mind having a wire across the door.
Batteries in the outside keypad are a winter fail point.
Nuki Premiim becomes a paid subscription after September 30 —MASSIVE NO
You like this more than Level Lock?
Now we need sturdy doors/frame posts with no glass! That can be broken! 😂😂😂
I’m exploring smart home devices and automations. But I’m don’t find smart locks particularly useful really. I think of it as a trade of security for convenience with a high price. Am I missing something here?
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Use code GT77YUBK for 15% off — valid through September 30th, 2025
Find out more about Nuki and the Smart Lock
https://try.nuki.io/3GrRGat
Curious what you think—what’s the one feature you need in a smart lock? Let me know! 👇
Been working in tech for decades… Seen tech gone more expensive, less reliable and less secure year over year… If there’s something I know about "smart homes" is I don’t want one.
"premium" prompt + needs to be charged = never
No Apple HomeKey so no thank you
What’s the best non deadbolt smart lock that’s compatible with apple home? I want one for my office/mancave that only has a regular knob.
I don’t think this gets said often enough, but I appreciate the intersection with 3D printing on this channel because there really are so many uses for it that you showcase subtly without turning the video into a CAD tutorial
Buyer beware unless your door closes and locks without pulling or pushing to lock the deadbolt smart locks will not work and get jammed up most doors don’t close and lock without performing the statement above.
Is this child safety lock? so kids can’t run out. Which lock would you recommend?
Just don’t bring that name to Jamaica 🇯🇲 😂
Huh 🤔 I don’t get it the inside
I just wish there was a company who would make smart locks for back patio sliding doors.
Just no. This shit is getting crazy. Just turn the bolt lock and go to bed.
They give you the lock and sponsor your video- then it’s just an advert for the company, cannot be considered a reliable review.
so cant use apple home key i guess, i mean not needed really since it can unlock when close but can you?
Sponsored reviews are worthless
Now why the hell would you put the thumb print on the inside
It’s trash 🗑️
I’ve been using August locks for years, but never was happy with changing batteries every month. This looks like a good replacement. One thing I wish, is being able to see whether it is locked/unlocked just by glancing at it.
My favorite access method is still a regular key.
Pin pads look ugly, NFC and app access are usually slower than just turning a key (since your iPhone basically becomes another “key” you have to carry). Generating PINs for tenants is nowhere near as seamless as the ads suggest.
Bottom line: the tech is still too raw to replace the classic lock and key. And please, spare me the “high security” claims — the internal mechanics are usually the cheapest junk you’ve ever seen, so there’s no way they’ll truly protect a flimsy door.
I bought the product after watching your video. It worked great for three weeks, very responsive compared with my old smart lock. But this week the yellow plastic cog insert broke and the lock is now completely useless. Seems like a great idea, but definitely will not last with plastic components. Submitted a help ticket to Nuki with photos, reply was to ask me for the photos. Super helpful…. Luckily I was 1 day before the return windows on Amazon so I’m just going to return it. Would not recommend until they upgrade their components to metal.