Those who use digital lock lip lai

[TMBagain]

Hello,

My main gate door lock is experiencing battery drain issue lasting about 1 week max. Currently I am using Lockin S30 Pro and some OEM main gate door lock.

I have that Lockin S30 Pro , when it was first introduced here, 4 years back. It has been problem free. I like to think it has 4 more years to go because my requirements have not changed and I like the idea of less is more and don't fix it when there is no need to. But I can guess the reason you might want to change.

I am planning to upgrade since I have intention to change the main gate door lock.

Is Lockin V5 + Lockin V3 gate good combo? Is the Lockin S6 Max as good as Lockin v5?

Many who deliberated over the bundle suggested that the door lock be kept simple when there is a gate to door lock automated sync unlock.

Price aside, the Lockin V5 max has a better half (the rear body) than the S6 Max.

PS. Perhaps it is also time to reevaluate the need for a gate lock. Just a thought.

 

[Nystalia1990]

I have that Lockin S30 Pro , when it was first introduced here, 4 years back. It has been problem free. I like to think it has 4 more years to go because my requirements have not changed and I like the idea of less is more and don't fix it when there is no need to. But I can guess the reason you might want to change.


Many who deliberated over the bundle suggested that the door lock be kept simple when there is a gate to door lock automated sync unlock.

Price aside, the Lockin V5 max has a better half (the rear body) than the S6 Max.

PS. Perhaps it is also time to reevaluate the need for a gate lock. Just a thought.

My Lockin S30 Pro still good, only the front LED lights doesn't light up and very rarely after closing the mechanism will try to lock again. The lockin was on heavy usage as I rented my bedroom out.

I will open the door and air the house when I am at home hence gate lock is needed.

Initially I wanted a simple gate lock from my digital lock at $299. After looking around I still prefer something reputable like lockin. So end up decided on the combo instead. After considering, very likely I will choose S6 Max over V5 because on the inner handle clearance and it's newer model afterall.

If I were to take the gate lock only it will cost me $599 which I feel it's not worth it.

So I might as well do a mini makeover of my house when my tenant moves out end of march 2026. I plan to change my main gate, bedroom and bathroom doors together as a bundle.

I am considering Solity too as they have push pull gate lock.

My OEM gate lock just gave up today, the mechanism is not smooth already.

 

[sansanjikikut]

Anyone install u100 on their metal gate? what are the possible ways to unlock from inside if the knob/thumbturn is boxed up for security reason?

only can unlock via bluetooth or through a wireless switch connected to a hub?

 

[lachesis]

Can I check if the Lockin V5 Max motor sound is considered loud compared to other brands like Yale? Wife's been complaining it is loud...first time using digital lock.

 

[TMBagain]

Anyone install u100 on their metal gate? what are the possible ways to unlock from inside if the knob/thumbturn is boxed up for security reason?

only can unlock via bluetooth or through a wireless switch connected to a hub?

Generally one would use an Aqara wireless switch via a hub (being a dedicated device for the purpose) than fumbling over an app using BT over phone. I don't have one but it is a well asked and answered question on the internet.

 

[TMBagain]

Can I check if the Lockin V5 Max motor sound is considered loud compared to other brands like Yale? Wife's been complaining it is loud...first time using digital lock.

The question is not as clear as I would prefer it to be, and I left some thoughts below:

• "motor sound" was mentioned, though all past discussions on sound in this forum or elsewhere, tend to be the bolting and latching (on) impact sound, as opposed to the motion/motor sound.
• I would prefer lock models than "brands" because some older models (especially with the handle lever models from Korea (eg the Gateman - precursor to Yale digital locks) can be much quieter (again, not so the "motor" sound, but the latching sound).
• There is also sound from door reverberation so it can be hard to compare from anyone's past experiences . Also Yale distribution can be exclusive (not displayed together with other brands in showrooms).
• If "first time using digital lock" meant the lock has already been purchased and the intent is to replace it with something quieter, then I don't think the difference is big enough to warrant the intent

All said, my thought is: if this is literally "first time using it", then don't think too hard about it because you will get used to it, and the next alternative isn't that much quieter (meaning it would still wake up a light sleeper and/or dog).

 

[lachesis]

Thanks for the insight! Yes, I could have confused the bolting/latching sound with the motor sounding...

 

[Xemoth]

Our descriptions are aligned. We are not referring to the (physical) remote controller device. And for clarity, the sync between G1 and the door lock is via RF (and that is an independent statement from mentions of "RF remote").

This scenario works based on the answer I get from Interlock, my go-to vendor:
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Remote Solity G1 unlock, via Solity App, will trigger sync unlock with door lock.
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PS. Would Matter / Homekit change the above? I like to think that it does not. Solity G1 to door sync is via RF. So as long as as the G1 gets triggered, the G1 to door (RF based) sync works directly. While theoretical, it is logical - but to stand corrected. If anything, perhaps Solity may need to update the firmware in this context.

I guess I must have done something wrong the previous time I tried the remote unlocking.

Tried again this time round and it indeed performed the sync unlock.
Made an edit to my previous post as well to avoid further confusion.

Thank you so much for the correction!

 

[TMBagain]

I guess I must have done something wrong the previous time I tried the remote unlocking.

Tried again this time round and it indeed performed the sync unlock.
Made an edit to my previous post as well to avoid further confusion.

Thank you so much for the correction!

Thank you for making the effort to close the loop, with an update. I do appreciate that very much too.

 

[TMBagain]

I observed the following (new) trends, and others may want to chip in for the fun (of discussion):

. Parcel delivery capture with a second lock camera pointing downwards at your doorstep. This appeared in the China market last year in the higher end models but it has percolated down to more locks and form factors: in the deadbolts, mortise and also rim locks.

E.g. Interlock's Mercury G3:
https://interlock.com.sg/products/interlock-mercury-g3-smart-gate-lock

. Palm vein recognition is becoming a standard biometrics feature, possibly overtaking face recognition. This technology in locks (and other payment system) took flight in the Chinese market not more than 3 years ago and I see them in the new deadbolts model (made for the US market) and now across many mortise, rim models locally.

. UWB Geo fencing / proximity unlocking with Ultra wide band technology seems the way to go. A very new thing for those who want proximity hands free unlocking with a phone. Many may remember the many past attempts with geofencing in with GPS in phone technology - they never seem to get past beta or past insider joke that it is more marketing than usable. This is being made available now in the Aqara U400 deadbolt, but a few other brands also made pre-annoucement.

. Matter Standards (1.2—1.4) that matters for smart locks. I did not quite get a good feel on this. For anyone to comment.

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I am ambivalent with these new trends, but if I were to pick one that might benefit more users, it would be the parcel delivery capture for our online Shopee or Lazada or Taobao orders. How many times have I seen parcels at our doorsteps!

 

[wacko]

Can I check if the Lockin V5 Max motor sound is considered loud compared to other brands like Yale? Wife's been complaining it is loud...first time using digital lock.

The S30 Pro was much louder, LOL... I had both on the same door (swapped from S30 Pro to V5 Max), so it is a ceteris paribus comparison. The V5 Max is by no means silent, but I don't think they are overly loud, when I compare them with other locks that I have personally encountered (but not scientific comparison as different locks are at different locations with different levels of background noise, etc).

 

[ricogan427]

I have that Lockin S30 Pro , when it was first introduced here, 4 years back. It has been problem free. I like to think it has 4 more years to go because my requirements have not changed and I like the idea of less is more and don't fix it when there is no need to. But I can guess the reason you might want to change.


Many who deliberated over the bundle suggested that the door lock be kept simple when there is a gate to door lock automated sync unlock.

Price aside, the Lockin V5 max has a better half (the rear body) than the S6 Max.

PS. Perhaps it is also time to reevaluate the need for a gate lock. Just a thought.

Can anyone please share if I sell my flat, what information should I provide the new owner on how to reset the door and gate lock to their preferences.

 

[TMBagain]

Can anyone please share if I sell my flat, what information should I provide the new owner on how to reset the door and gate lock to their preferences.

My handover would have been:

1. Hand over the lock manual
2. Hand over the lock warranty information and purchase invoice
3. Reset the lock to factory setting and default pin code (usually in the manual). Note: some Chinese origin locks reset to no authentication, it stays unlocked.

My thought is the seller should reset the lock. There are sometimes dependencies on a master pin (being wrong) and/or mobile app. Some master pins, if the existing is forgotten, can only be hardware (jumper) reset.

-- thinking model - -

The question is half clear. It is missing half the context: the challenges you face to answer your question.

Without this, especially for rather straightforward questions, you would get the responses framed with different viewpoint and assumptions. It becomes a "to and fro" exchanges. It is ineffective.

Even if you are completely not in the loop of the lock purchase, installation and administration, it would have made the question meaningful (to others), the question would have been complete.

That said, as simple as they are:

. Hand over the lock manual
. Hand over the lock warranty information and purchase invoice
. Reset the lock to factory setting and default pin code (usually in the manual)

Now, if you had mentioned on the lock model, some may want to chip in more.

 

[ricogan427]

My handover would have been:

1. Hand over the lock manual
2. Hand over the lock warranty information and purchase invoice
3. Reset the lock to factory setting and default pin code (usually in the manual). Note: some Chinese origin locks reset to no authentication, it stays unlocked.

My thought is the seller should reset the lock. There are sometimes dependencies on a master pin (being wrong) and/or mobile app. Some master pins, if the existing is forgotten, can only be hardware (jumper) reset.

-- thinking model - -

The question is half clear. It is missing half the context: the challenges you face to answer your question.

Without this, especially for rather straightforward questions, you would get the responses framed with different viewpoint and assumptions. It becomes a "to and fro" exchanges. It is ineffective.

Even if you are completely not in the loop of the lock purchase, installation and administration, it would have made the question meaningful (to others), the question would have been complete.

That said, as simple as they are:

. Hand over the lock manual
. Hand over the lock warranty information and purchase invoice
. Reset the lock to factory setting and default pin code (usually in the manual)

Now, if you had mentioned on the lock model, some may want to chip in more.

Thank you, my current gate and door lock is from Lusano

My handover would have been:

1. Hand over the lock manual
2. Hand over the lock warranty information and purchase invoice
3. Reset the lock to factory setting and default pin code (usually in the manual). Note: some Chinese origin locks reset to no authentication, it stays unlocked.

My thought is the seller should reset the lock. There are sometimes dependencies on a master pin (being wrong) and/or mobile app. Some master pins, if the existing is forgotten, can only be hardware (jumper) reset.

-- thinking model - -

The question is half clear. It is missing half the context: the challenges you face to answer your question.

Without this, especially for rather straightforward questions, you would get the responses framed with different viewpoint and assumptions. It becomes a "to and fro" exchanges. It is ineffective.

Even if you are completely not in the loop of the lock purchase, installation and administration, it would have made the question meaningful (to others), the question would have been complete.

That said, as simple as they are:

. Hand over the lock manual
. Hand over the lock warranty information and purchase invoice
. Reset the lock to factory setting and default pin code (usually in the manual)

Now, if you had mentioned on the lock model, some may want to chip in more.

Thank you for your info. My current door lock is Lusano Pluto and Lusano AI gate lock.

 

[sansanjikikut]

Generally one would use an Aqara wireless switch via a hub (being a dedicated device for the purpose) than fumbling over an app using BT over phone. I don't have one but it is a well asked and answered question on the internet.

there is a lock/unlock delay of 1.5 to 2 seconds though.... even those hub and switch is only separated by a wooden door less than 2m away

 

[TMBagain]

there is a lock/unlock delay of 1.5 to 2 seconds though.... even those hub and switch is only separated by a wooden door less than 2m away

That's true, given that it goes via the hub (and automation flow), as compared to using a radio frequency (RF) type of controller that communicates with the gate lock directly.

However, in practical terms, I would like to think it is still good:

1. it is (arguably) twice / (thrice?) as fast, than using a physical key
2. one has the luxury of time, to put on the shoes, after pressing the switch to unlock*
3. let's take life a little easier, there's room for 1 second

*This is a bit nuanced: in the non-Aqara gate setup, I would presume the gate lock still autolocks after x seconds (5 secs?), so one has to quickly physically open the gate first, after unlocking it (and before it autolocks), and then put on the shoes.

 

[TMBagain]

The S30 Pro was much louder, LOL... I had both on the same door (swapped from S30 Pro to V5 Max), so it is a ceteris paribus comparison. The V5 Max is by no means silent, but I don't think they are overly loud, when I compare them with other locks that I have personally encountered (but not scientific comparison as different locks are at different locations with different levels of background noise, etc).

That is true. S30 Pro that I have is quite the first generation.

That said, I noticed that the Lockin's mortise's latch design of later revisions (of S30 Pro and SV40) embedded a resin/polymer strip in the middle of the latch, understandably to dampen the sound. I like to think the company would have standardized that design across the models incl. the V5 Max.

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The other Chinese origin mortise latch design, to reduce metal impact sound, is a motorized latch (as opposed to a sprung one). I have seen quite a few of those - but time would tell if that adds a failure point.

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FWIW, the best no latch-sound lock would be one without a latch ie. a rim or a deadbolt smart lock. If I have to get a new door, I will make one with a separate door handle bar and a deadbolt smart lock - small and without a latching sound (though there would still be a motorised bolting sound).

 

[Nanonited]

Hope any shifus here can advise. I had the lockin s30 pro previously and it more or less working fine but i sold my place.

should i go with lockin v5 max for the next place or stick with s30pro? Anybody got lobang where i can get the cheapest with installation?

 

[xRenol]

Hope any shifus here can advise. I had the lockin s30 pro previously and it more or less working fine but i sold my place.

should i go with lockin v5 max for the next place or stick with s30pro? Anybody got lobang where i can get the cheapest with installation?

Lockin V5 Max has additional 3D face, palm vein recognition and digital viewer as compared to Lockin S30 Pro. Lockin V5 Max uses lithium battery (meaning you will need to remove the battery and charge them) as compared to Lockin S30 Pro which uses AA battery.

Do you need the additional recognition ways?
Are you okay to charge the lithium battery?

 

[Nanonited]

Lockin V5 Max has additional 3D face, palm vein recognition and digital viewer as compared to Lockin S30 Pro. Lockin V5 Max uses lithium battery (meaning you will need to remove the battery and charge them) as compared to Lockin S30 Pro which uses AA battery.

Do you need the additional recognition ways?
Are you okay to charge the lithium battery?

Hmmm dont really need… i guess maybe not justified to pay so much more. Which installer do you guys use? I remb there was a recommendation for someone who sold the lock and also installs the lock.