- Nuki Smart Lock Pro (5th gene) is faster and quieter than the previous model
- It can be retrofitted over your existing front door lock without drilling
- It’s for sale now in Europe and costs less than the previous gene model
Nuki Smart Lock Pro is one of the best smart locks we have tested and it has just received a larger upgrade with a new engine that can secure your door in just 1.5 seconds, plus a lower price.
Nuki Smart Lock Pro (5th gen) has the same brushed stainless steel finish as its predecessors, making it one of the more attractive smart locks around, but is now a little more compact and can be equipped with a black or white ribbon to mix with your home decor.
Smart Lock Pro (5th Gen) has also received some significant upgrades on the inside, including a new choice of locking speeds. ‘Standard’ is about the same as locking the door manually, ‘gentle’ takes a little longer, but is quieter (a good option if you want to avoid disturbing people at night), and ‘insane’ makes more noise but ensures your door in just 1.5 seconds.
The new lock works with all the big smart home ecosystems thanks to fabrics over thread, which means you can use it with your smart home centers, smart speakers and other security hardware such as cameras and sensors.
It has built-in Wi-Fi, which means it will work without an extra node and if you upgrade from an existing Nuki-Smart lock, you must be able to migrate your data across with minimal fuss.
Will it fit?
Smart Lock Pro (5th gen) is a good option for tenants because, unlike many smart locks, it fits your existing door hardware that installs over your current lock without the need to drill or incur your landlord’s anger. It is also a good option for apartments where you may not be allowed to replace the lock without permission from Building Management Company.
Nuki offers an online guide to help you decide if Smart Lock Pro will work with your special hardware and the company recommends using it on your phone while inspecting the lock.
If Smart Lock Pro does not work with your door, it is worth looking at the Switchbot Lock Pro, which is designed to work with 99.9% of the front door locks and offers 16 different input forms.
Nuki Smart Lock Pro (5th gene) can now be purchased directly from Nuki in the UK and other European countries for £ 229 (approximately $ 300 / AU $ 470). It’s down from £ 255 (about $ 330 / AU $ 520) for the previous model. Details of prices and launch dates outside Europe have not yet been announced.
