Although there are some advantages to smart locks, the uptake in Europe remains low, with many householders preferring key entry. There are many reasons for this, from trust and reliability to convenience. However, a smart lock can not only boost security but also make it more convenient to get in and out of your home, as demonstrated by the EZVIZ Y3000FVP Plus and DL50FVS.
Well-known for its security cameras, which have advanced processing on board, EZVIZ now has a range of smart locks that improve door security, while adding convenience and simplicity to their operation.
Improved convenience
One of the big stumbling blocks for smart locks is that many people don’t see them as being easier to use than a key. That can be true: using an app on a phone isn’t as quick as pulling out a key, and a phone can run out of battery, preventing access.
The solution is to increase the number of unlock options, making a smart lock even easier to use than a key, which is what the EZVIZ Y3000FVP Plus and DL50FVS smart locks do by utilising biometrics.
The DL50FVS supports next-generation fingerprint unlocking, which is processed locally. Fingerprint recognition is housed on the top of the DL50FVS’ password panel. That’s faster and more comfortable than using a key, and you can’t lose your fingers.
With the Y3000FVP Plus, you get the same biometric options as with the DL50FVS, but this smart lock also has integrated palm vein recognition. Hold the handle, and the lock will recognize your fingerprints. Alternatively, you can hold your palm up to the integrated camera to unlock the door as well.
In all cases, these biometric options are faster and more convenient than using a key, reducing the likelihood of being locked out, whether you’ve lost your key or simply forgotten it when you went out.
Remote access and codes
Smart locks aren’t just about extra security and convenience when at the door, they also offer greater control when you’re away. If, for example, a visitor comes around when you’re out, you can remotely open the door and let them in.
Regular visitors, such as pet feeders, close friends, and cleaners, can be given remote access to the lock via a PIN, fingerprint, QR code, or Bluetooth key on their phone.
Short-term visitors, such as tradespeople or Airbnb guests, can be given temporary codes to use for access at specific times, the duration of which can be set from the EZIVIZ App. Once the codes have expired, short-term visitors are locked out, which is a much more secure option than using a key safe and a physical key.
Additionally, PIN entry is a bonus for household members as well. Should the palm or fingerprint recognition not work (say, because you’ve got gloves on), a PIN can be used to unlock the door.
Improved physical security
A smart lock should also improve physical security, and EZVIZ’s locks do that. C-Grade anti-theft cylinders help prevent break-ins, and a loud siren sounds if someone attempts to remove the lock from the door.
Auto locking is built in, so your door locks automatically when you go out, helping anyone forgetful protect their home. And, with biometric and PIN entry, you can’t accidentally lock yourself out of your home.
With the Y3000FVP Plus and DL50FVS, you get 4-inch indoor screen which shows you a clear view of who’s at the door. That helps anyone vulnerable see who’s at the door, without having to try and peer through a peephole or open the front door, and two-way talk with a voice changer lets you chat without revealing who, exactly, is in.
Manual override
Of course, one concern people have about smart locks is that they’ll break or run out of battery. Should that happen, The Y3000FVP Plus comes with emergency mechanical keys and come with an emergency spare battery, so the door can still be unlocked even if all of the other methods fail.
More security, better convenience
By offering multiple unlock options, including biometric and app access, as well as PIN and physical key entry, EZVIZ’s smart locks not only enhance security but also increase flexibility. If you’re serious about protecting your home, then a smart lock is the perfect upgrade.
