Aqara Smart Lock U200 (Fingerprint Keypad Included), Matter Over Thread, Keyless Entry Door Lock with Apple Home Key and Rechargeable Battery, Supports Apple Home, Alexa and SmartThings, Black

I just got the Aqara smart lock, and I’m really happy with it. Mounting it is not as hard as it seems, but it helps to watch a video on YouTube.Installing the lock in the app is straightforward, though updating the firmware takes a while. To pair it with HomeKit, I had to remove the battery and press the SET button first. Also, make sure you have IP6 enabled in your router settings. The installation is simple, but the instructions are limited and not in Dutch. The app could use some refinement.It works great with Apple HomeKit and Apple Homekey. You can choose to always be able to unlock the lock with your phone, even if it’s off. There’s also an option to require FaceID or your passcode before Homekey works. The fingerprint scanner is very fast and I use it most of the time. I also installed another cylinder with a panic function within a minute so that I can always open the door with a regular key. Note that Amazon sells the version without the NFC tag, but there are other versions available that include it, and they come with a wood-colored front plate.Once connected, the HomeKit integration is excellent, but you adjust the lock settings in the Aqara app. For instance, I set it in HomeKit so that the lock automatically locks when I leave home. Apple Homes won’t let you automatically lock the door as you leave your home, it always asks for confirmation. But I found another way to lock it automatically without any confirmation, just by making an automation that if a non used outlet turns off (this one turns off by leaving my home), the U200 has to be locked. This only works when the outlet is on, so when I arrive home, the outlet turns on again, also have an automation for this outlet to be turning on several times a day to make sure the auto locking works always without any confirmation.In the video, the lock is shown in the fast mode, but there’s also a slow, quiet mode. You can choose the modes in the app, or you can click the ✔️ button and then open or close the lock slowly.Despite many negative reviews here, I am very satisfied with it and think the lock is definitely worth the price.

I've been searching a long time for a smart lock that fits an apartment door mortise lock without requiring drilling or modification of the door or frame. I was able to install the U200 on the back of my existing mortise lock in about 10 minutes, and despite the packaging not explicitly saying that it supports US mortise locks, it fits perfectly.(Note: if you also have a mortise lock, ensure that it's of the ANSI F13 type rather than the F20 type. The U200 operates the deadbolt just fine on both types, but turning the door handle after unlocking the deadbolt will still require the key with an F20-type lock. F13 locks do not have this issue. I had to order an F13 mortise lock separately and install it; but that was doable without any permanent door mods or new holes being drilled.)On top of all of that, the U200's HomeKit integration is spectacular. I was able to get the lock working with HomeKit (and could even add fingerprints to the keypad) without installing the proprietary Aqara app, which is really reassuring. If Aqara's servers go down or the company goes out of business, Apple will continue to support HomeKit. (Adding NFC keys to the keypad does, unfortunately, require installing the Aqara app and registering with an account.)Overall, I'm extremely happy to have found this smart lock. Finally, a smart lock that apartment owners (or renters) can install without breaking their buildings' rules.

The lock does not come with a deadbolt, you must use your own. it is difficult if not impossible to connect with since it only connects through Bluetooth. There is no way to make it connect with wifi. it says it works best with the M3 hub, I also purchased it and it still does not work. It also says you can connect with Apple, I got it connected with Homekit and it issued a card for the iPhone, yet it does not allow the card to be used on iWatch even though it says you could. I have invested a little more than $350 total with lock and hub and I still can't have my wife or daughter use their Apple card to get in and the code and thumbprint work when it wants to since the Bluetooth constantly disconnects and refuses to connect for hours. Will never buy this brand again.