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post Jul 5 2022, 12:23 PM

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QUOTE(aVexRikuu @ Jul 5 2022, 10:55 AM)
Cannot cause the latch hole has metal casing in it.. its a 1 pcs case.

its really no issue for me, when this happens, i just push it to close and then it works fine.
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Ohh so just push it in a bit and it is fine then?

Were there any instances where you really got locked out of your own door because either the deadbolt or latch malfunctioned?
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QUOTE(Calvin Seak @ Jul 5 2022, 12:14 PM)
Haha thanks..

Currently considering lockin s30 pro.. but still looking around since VP not yet started 😅
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Only if you arleady into Mi ecosystem. and this is for wooden door?
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post Jul 5 2022, 12:53 PM

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Anyone looking into Bosch EL600x? I'm planning to get it.
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post Jul 5 2022, 01:52 PM

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QUOTE(-kytz- @ Jul 5 2022, 12:23 PM)
Ohh so just push it in a bit and it is fine then?

Were there any instances where you really got locked out of your own door because either the deadbolt or latch malfunctioned?
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Nope, never.
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post Jul 6 2022, 11:20 AM

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QUOTE(aVexRikuu @ Jul 5 2022, 10:55 AM)
Cannot cause the latch hole has metal casing in it.. its a 1 pcs case.

its really no issue for me, when this happens, i just push it to close and then it works fine.
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Think with a door closer it help reduces and even eliminate this issue.. as the door closer take over the task of closing the door for you.


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post Jul 10 2022, 01:40 AM

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QUOTE(Jenn77 @ Jul 5 2022, 12:53 PM)
Anyone looking into Bosch EL600x? I'm planning to get it.
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I’m using the one without the facial recognition. I think it’s el 600. Used for a year, so far no issue.
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QUOTE(Dingdongcc @ Jul 10 2022, 01:40 AM)
I’m using the one without the facial recognition. I think it’s el 600. Used for a year, so far no issue.
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Reason im getting face recognition is for my small kids to easier access. Hope the feature will last.
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post Apr 25 2023, 08:32 AM

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If the smart lock spoiled in few years, possible change back to regular lock at fire door? Because they had digged bigger hole to fit smart lock.
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post May 10 2023, 05:38 PM

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Samsung, Yale are all good but very expensive brand.
Chinese brands are cheap but unreliable.

I prefer something cheap, branded and reliable.

That is why I choose Siemens E350
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post May 28 2023, 01:32 PM

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QUOTE(underscore_lee @ Mar 13 2022, 02:20 PM)
Hi all, not sure if this thread have been created before as I can’t seem to find it.

Any home owners have installed smart door/digital lock for your unit? Want to ask for some advice & opinion on brands.

I’m looking to install a combo for my grill door + main door for my condo. I think security should be ok as long as I stick with fingerprint lock and not access card (otherwise if I drop the card then gg aredi).

Looking between these 2 brands after some budget survey:
1. Avant S10 Stainless Steel Combo. RM2299 with 3 years warranty (promo offer)
2. Abrain 304 Stainless Steel Combo. RM2268 with 3 years warranty (promo offer)

Both comes with free installation. Abrain only got showroom in Penang so I can’t test and feel the build quality.

I checked our Avant showroom and the S10 build quality is quite sturdy. Fingerprint sensor seems ok enough.
Good thing is if I buy Avant smart switches I can combo it with lights; close door liao then lights auto off haha.

I checked Bosch, Philips and Samsung but their pricing is quite kaw - just for main door already RM2K plus so it’s kinda out of my range.

Also checked out Aqara but apparently they’re removing/discontinuing partnership with Xiaomi?

Thoughts on the above? Would be nice if got owner here who have purchased these before to share your opinion after using it for few months.

Cheers!
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After I have done some research , I finally choose Siemens E350 for RM1,500. Why I choose this? Main reason is the fingerprint for old folks.
A lot of brand fingerprints does not work with old folks whose fingerprints are faded.
Siemens E350 works very well. Both my father and mother who is more than 70 years old still can use their fingerprint to unlock the door. wink.gif

Check this out
https://d0aeed.myshopify.com/products/sieme...opyToPasteboard

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QUOTE(ryanongtw74 @ May 28 2023, 01:32 PM)
After I have done some research , I finally choose Siemens E350 for RM1,500. Why I choose this? Main reason is the fingerprint for old folks.
A lot of brand fingerprints does not work with old folks whose fingerprints are faded.
Siemens E350 works very well. Both my father and mother who is more than 70 years old still can use their fingerprint to unlock the door. wink.gif

Check this out
https://d0aeed.myshopify.com/products/sieme...opyToPasteboard
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Are you sure you are not the seller? brows.gif
No need to shoot down chinese made locks, am sure the Siemens also make in China. You get what you pay for! If you pay a bit more, most reputable chinese brand has fingervein modules. It's not exactly rocket science that only "Siemens" can do
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post Jun 27 2023, 11:18 PM

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Thanks for sharing, am new when come to smart lock brands in market. Initial thought was just Yale.
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post Jun 29 2023, 07:27 PM

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Hi, not sure if this is the correct thread to ask, but here goes.

I already bought Aqara A100 for my main wooden door. I’m planning to install a grille gate with digital lock as well. Is there any grille gate digital lock that can synchronise with the Aqara lock to unlock together?

I have a homebridge with zigbee controller, not sure if this helps in widening the available digital lock I can use for grille gate.
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post Jun 30 2023, 11:22 AM

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QUOTE(jdachum @ Jun 29 2023, 07:27 PM)
Hi, not sure if this is the correct thread to ask, but here goes.

I already bought Aqara A100 for my main wooden door. I’m planning to install a grille gate with digital lock as well. Is there any grille gate digital lock that can synchronise with the Aqara lock to unlock together?

I have a homebridge with zigbee controller, not sure if this helps in widening the available digital lock I can use for grille gate.
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Swing gate or sliding gate ? Swing gate can look for Aqara u100 may need to add cover around ur gate prevent opening from outside . Or try gateman from Korea can use for sliding and swing also
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post Jun 30 2023, 05:31 PM

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QUOTE(keanutan @ Jun 30 2023, 11:22 AM)
Swing gate or sliding gate ? Swing gate can look for Aqara u100 may need to add cover around ur gate prevent opening from outside . Or try gateman from Korea can use for sliding and swing also
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It will be a swing gate. I couldn’t find much info on gateman digital lock. Does it work on zigbee protocol and able to synchronise together with my Aqara A100?

I think i will not add a cover, hence Aqara U100 won’t be in my consideration.
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post Jun 30 2023, 10:08 PM

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QUOTE(jdachum @ Jun 30 2023, 05:31 PM)
It will be a swing gate. I couldn’t find much info on gateman digital lock. Does it work on zigbee protocol and able to synchronise together with my Aqara A100?

I think i will not add a cover, hence Aqara U100 won’t be in my consideration.
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Swing gate no choice for u if u want to link gate and main door . U will have to let go your Aqara a100
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post Jun 30 2023, 10:12 PM

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Most gate digital lock will need to add another cover to prevent outside from touching the unlock button . If u don’t want to add cover u will need to find a double finger print or double unlock digital lock where both front and back will need have to scan to unlock .
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post Aug 21 2024, 05:59 PM

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Seems like smart door locks not too popular here. Thread so quiet. Anyway my experience.

Bought Aqara A100 for front door but aborted because not enough space from door to grill. Bought from Shopee Visiongadgetry. Installation is extra: RM200.

So settle for deadbolt and got Aqara U100 from Kilobits, Lazada. Surprise to learn that installation is included. Seller is in Penang and I'm in Kajang. I don't think the product description mentioned about free install. Anyway, deadbolt is quite easy so I installed myself.

Lock working good. Just using Apple Homekey & Siri for now. Not even paired to Aqara hub yet. The only surprise I had was U100 cannot use China Mainland server.

This post has been edited by soonwai: Aug 21 2024, 06:00 PM
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post Aug 22 2024, 08:12 AM

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QUOTE(soonwai @ Aug 21 2024, 05:59 PM)
Seems like smart door locks not too popular here. Thread so quiet. Anyway my experience.

Bought Aqara A100 for front door but aborted because not enough space from door to grill. Bought from Shopee Visiongadgetry. Installation is extra: RM200.

So settle for deadbolt and got Aqara U100 from Kilobits, Lazada. Surprise to learn that installation is included. Seller is in Penang and I'm in Kajang. I don't think the product description mentioned about free install. Anyway, deadbolt is quite easy so I installed myself.

Lock working good. Just using Apple Homekey & Siri for now. Not even paired to Aqara hub yet. The only surprise I had was U100 cannot use China Mainland server.
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I got it from Kilobits as well.

Install on 8th March.
13th Apr no battery so change battery to Panasonic Evolta as per their advised.
14th May no battery again so complaint to them, and they send a new one to replace and install on 26th Jun.

After replacement so far no issue *touch wood*.


 

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