Access & locks
Nuki
European motorised smart lock that fits onto the existing cylinder without drilling, with a Smart Hosting service for portfolios of 15 to 200 listings.
PriceLock from €149, no subscriptionSmart Lock Go at €149 and Smart Lock Ultra at €369 on the official French store. Remote access is a one-off paid option, no subscription mentioned.
Portfolio size
Per lock, Business plan 50+ properties
OriginInternational
Features
Product typeSmart lock
InstallationOn the cylinder, no drilling
Temporary codesVia optional keypad
SubscriptionSmart Hosting €69/year per lock
Compatible PMSGuesty, Smoobu, Lodgify, Smily
Overview
Nuki is an Austrian manufacturer of motorised smart locks for residential use and holiday rentals. The device fits on the inside of the door over the key and the existing European cylinder, with no drilling or visible change on the outside. Nuki automates guest access through digital authorisations on smartphones, code keypads (Keypad 2 NFC) and its software integration service, Nuki Smart Hosting.
Who it's for
Nuki suits urban property managers and managers of apartments in shared buildings:
- 15 to 50 listings: property managers looking for a self-access solution that can be rolled out quickly without building works approval from the co-owners.
- 50 to 200 listings: Urban property managers automating the generation of temporary access codes synced with platform bookings.
Key features
- Non-destructive installation (retrofit): Fits on the inside of the door over the existing European cylinder in a few minutes (the original mechanical key remains usable from outside with an emergency-function cylinder).
- Nuki Smart Hosting service: Sync with Airbnb, Booking.com and PMSs to automatically generate and send access authorisations valid for the length of the stay.
- Keypad 2 NFC code keypad: Unlocking by 6-digit PIN or by NFC badge/smartphone (compatible with Apple Wallet and Google Wallet Home Keys).
- Web Link opening: Guests can unlock the door from a secure web link without installing a mobile app.
- Nuki Opener for intercoms: Module connected to the building intercom to open the main gate or the shared building entrance.
Limitations
- Requires an emergency-function cylinder: Essential to guarantee opening with a backup key from outside if the batteries run out.
- Battery monitoring: Battery level must be checked regularly (4 to 6 months of battery life depending on use) during cleaning visits.
Alternatives
- Igloohome: Locks and key boxes working with offline synced codes, no on-site internet connection needed.
- Tedee: Compact European aluminium smart lock with a dedicated modular cylinder.
- Yale Home: Linus L2 smart lock from lock maker Yale.
- KeyNest: Physical key drop solution in neighbourhood shops in Paris.
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