3/23/2023 Disclaimer: I've only had this lock for 1 day
Installation is simple: The only thing holding me back from this purchase was the video showing I had to drill a hole in my door. Since my door is a firewall to the garage, I wasn't looking forward to it. But, apparently this is a new model, and no drilling! The installation guide is confusing and the pictures are frankly inaccurate, but regardless installation was simple.
Setup just works: Throughout the setup process, 2-3 clicks and a swipe and BOOM! It just works. No errors, no problems, no issues, just worked.
Features are excellent: Fingerprint works great. Key, sure. Passcode is great but sometimes it takes a few taps to wake up the LED panel. App unlock is quick. Re-lock time is fully customizable. Speaker has high-med-low
App: Easy to setup and use. The only feature missing is the status of the door lock, similar to what you would find with a deadbolt lock. I don't have the Gateway so I'm just using the bluetooth connection. I just ordered the Gateway to enable WiFi capabilities.
Unboxing: A few things differ from the other videos and reviews on Amazon.
1) There is no included drill bit - not needed
2) There is no included screwdriver. A regular phillips head bit is just fine
3) There is a step in the manual that talks about installation of the included "test batteries". There are no test batteries included so I just used some older batteries from the lock I was replacing
PRO TIP: There are some negative reviews on this site about the device failing. This could be due to using batteries that are too powerful for the unit. I watched a great video recommending Alkaline batteries or rechargeable batteries. The Amazon Basics rechargeable AA batteries I tried actually didn't fit (a little wider than typical AA). I used Alkaline batteries so we'll see how that works. There is a nice battery meter on the app so you can see when the batteries are running low.
UPDATE 5/23/2023:
After having this for 2 months, I still love it. There are a few quirks that are reported in other reviews that I've also noticed.
1) The fingerprint reader nearly always takes me 2-3 tries before it's successful.
2) If you fail the fingerprint reader 3 times, an annoying siren goes off and you have to use your phone to unlock the door
3) Even with the above 2 quirks I still love the fingerprint reader. It saves so much time.
4) I did purchase the Gateway, which I think is a must have for this lock. It needs to be relatively close to the lock in order to work, but I couldn't deal without the ability to control my lock from outside the house. It is very reliable once you get it working.
| Brand | SMONET |
|---|---|
| Special Feature | Passcode Unlock, Fingerprint Unlock, Fob Unlock, Key Unlock, Free App Unlock and Voice Control Unlock |
| Lock Type | Biometric keypad |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 6.2 x 2.67 x 1.2 inches |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Indoor Outdoor Use |
| Style | fashion |
| Color | Black |
| Finish Type | Painted |
| Included Components | deadbolt handle fob key |
| Controller Type | Amazon Alexa Apple Homekit Google Assistant |
| Shape | Square |
| Control Method | App |
| Connectivity Protocol | Bluetooth |
| Manufacturer | SMONET |
| Item Weight | 3.54 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 6.2 x 2.67 x 1.2 inches |
| Item model number | H1-BBF |
| Batteries | 4 A batteries required. |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | Small |
| Finish | Painted |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Head Style | Philips |
| Special Features | Passcode Unlock, Fingerprint Unlock, Fob Unlock, Key Unlock, Free App Unlock and Voice Control Unlock |
| Usage | Inside; Professional home hotel airbnb business office |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | Yes |
| Warranty Description | SMONET Provides 12 Months Warranty&Replacement, Lifetime Tech Support Email: aftersaleservice@smonet.com Toll Free: (888)-308-5626 |
