Here’s where to get started!
Smart devices make life easier in so many ways – like being able to turn off your aircon remotely if you forgot to do so before stepping out, or unlocking your doors without the need for physical keys.
But if you’re not quite ready to take the full plunge just yet, a digital lock is a great starting point. It’s not only intuitive to use, it also makes life so much easier by doing away with physical keys. In fact, you could say that they are the, ahem, gateway to a fully automated home.
Here are the brands and retailers you can start with:
Digital Locks
1. An Digital Lock
As an authorised dealer for numerous digital lock brands like Philips, Hafele and Solity, AN Digital Lock is an ideal starting point for homeowners looking for their first digital lock. They’re also knowledgeable enough to advise homeowners on the type of locks to get via consultation at their showrooms.
Featured (from left to right): the Solity GP6000 and the Kaadas Door Lock K9
While they have a plethora of digital locks for you to choose from, we’d suggest considering these particular models depending on your lifestyle needs and preferences:
- For parents: the Kaadas Door Lock K9, as its integrated child lock prevents your child from opening the door to strangers and gives you peace of mind that they are safe at home while you’re away. For added security, the lock has a triple-bolt system, all in an aesthetic 1-piece body frame.
- For fast dual-unlocking: the Solity GP6000 push-pull digital lock, together with the GD60BK digital gate Lock, has a dual-unlocking feature to unlock the door as soon as you unlock the gate – it takes less than 3 seconds to unlock both, saving you the trouble of doing the double work.
- For a lock that promises convenience and fire safety: the Häfele Door Lock PP8100 – AN Digital Lock’s first push-pull fire-rated digital lock that can withstand high temperatures while preventing the spread of smoke and flames.
Promotion: In celebration of AN Digital Lock’s 10th anniversary this year, check out for their bundle deals for digital door and gate locks – click the button below to find out more.
You can also check them out at AN Digital Lock’s 3 showrooms:
⦁ EAST: AZ@Paya Lebar, 140 Paya Lebar Road #01-02, S409015
⦁ NORTH: Nordcom 2, 2 Gambas Crescent, #01-07, S757044
⦁ WEST: Tradehub 21, 18 Boon Lay Way, #01-98C, S609966
2. Luxus Digital Locks
Priding themselves on their competitive prices, Luxus Digital Locks takes extra care to source for products from international markets with larger economies of scale – which results in lower prices that can be passed on to their customers.
Featured: The DG4 Gate Lock (left) and Atlas Door Lock (right)
Here are our recommendations from the store:
- For an all-in-one digital lock: the Atlas Wi-Fi Digital Door Lock, which comes built with a doorbell and comprehensive security system.
- For a more sophisticated digital lock: the Vantage Door Lock Pro, which comes with a 3D Facial Recognition access option.
- For those looking to sync their grille gate locks and door locks: the DG4 Digital Grille Gate Lock. When used with the Atlas Wi-Fi Digital Door lock mentioned above, you can unlock both the door and gate at the same time.
The two sleek digital locks come with a rechargeable lithium battery that’ll last you up to 1.5 years on a single charge, and you can easily register fingerprints via the mobile application without the hassle of configuring it on the lock itself.
Current promotion: $100 discount if you purchase either the Atlas or Vantage door locks with the DG4 Gate Lock.
3. Smart Living Gallery
As a home automation retailer, Smart Living Gallery is well-versed in everything smart home-related – including digital locks.
Featured: Aqara A100 Smart Door Lock
The main brand of digital locks they carry is Aqara, which contain the only models that are compatible with the Apple Homekit. It’s perfect for those who are avid Apple users, as you’ll be able to use tools like your Apple Watch and SIRI to open the door.
Featured: Aqara D100 Smart Door Lock
Plus, they’re the only brand of smart locks that have an ecosystem that integrates seamlessly into the Apple Homekit. Through its Aqara hub and complementary smart home devices, it can turn on room lights and pull your blinds for you as soon as you unlock the door.
The most notable Aqara models include:
- The Aqara A100 Smart Door Lock: comes with door status tracking, which lets you know if your door has been ajar for a while, or if it senses tampering.
- The Aqara D100 Smart Door Lock: has child-safety features that prevent children from accidentally unlocking the door.
Smart Home Services
When you’re keen to branch out into a fully-automated home, or have been ready to go all-out from the start, you should find a retailer that covers a lot of ground with a range of smart devices. Here are our recommendations:
1. Home Action Party (HAP)
Established in 2015, Home Action Party (HAP) is a local company that specialises in helping homeowners design and build a smart home system. If you’re in the market for a fully-integrated smart home, these are the people to go to. All managed in one application, you can have:
- Smart lighting
- Motorised shades
- Air-conditioning
- A smart security system
- A home entertainment system… and more!
Their primary solution is the Control4 Home Automation System – an American-based system that relies on hardware installation and configuration that seamlessly integrates everything into a single dashboard.
All smart home devices can be controlled with a single app, and are fully compatible with Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and Apple Home
It sounds technical, but with the expertise of dealers like the folk at HAP, rest assured that they’ll do all the legwork for you. In fact, they’re the only Diamond Authorized dealer in Asia, which acknowledges the skill and expertise of the HAP team.
One of the Control4 product lines includes the Triad multi-room music system, which includes a network of audio devices that lets you play your favorite music from anywhere in your home. Native apps include Spotify, so simply sign into your account and run your playlists right off the bat.
But of course, all these services won’t work well without a solid foundation i.e. Seamless Wi-Fi connection. Fortunately, HAP is an expert on the UniFi Ubiquiti network operating system, which ensures proper Wi-Fi coverage through the use of their wireless devices. They’re truly a one-stop-shop for all your smart home system needs!
2. Smart Living Gallery
Remember how we said Smart Living Gallery is well-versed in home automation? Well, that makes them a perfect candidate for homeowners looking to fully automate their home.
With their range of smart lighting, motion sensors, and of course, digital locks, they’ve got a range of smart devices for anyone looking to set up their smart homes.
Those of you keen to try them out first before making a commitment can also swing by their huge 4,000 sqft experiential shop at Tai Seng, where you can put them all to the test while also clarifying any confusion and questions with their highly-experienced on-ground staff.
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