Nuki Smart Lock Ultra: Keyless Entry and Enhanced Smart Home Security

The Nuki Smart Lock Ultra features a leap forward in home security, combining advanced technology with sleek design to offer a keyless entry system that is both convenient and secure. This new generation of smart lock, poised for its US debut in early 2025, is engineered to be faster, smaller, and more powerful than its predecessors, marking a significant step in the evolution of smart home access solutions.

Revolutionary Motor and Design

A core advancement in the Nuki Smart Lock Ultra features is its newly developed brushless motor, a technology commonly found in electric vehicles. This motor allows the lock to operate three times faster than previous generations, completing locking and unlocking actions in less than 1.5 seconds. Additionally, the lock’s size has been significantly reduced to a third of its former dimensions, maintaining a sleek and modern aesthetic.

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The design of the Nuki Smart Lock Ultra features a stainless-steel body complemented by interchangeable black and white base rings, allowing users to customize the look to match their home decor. It also retains the iconic LED indicator, which displays the lock's status. Beyond aesthetics, the lock is designed for durability and reliability, with its components manufactured in Europe.

Enhanced Functionality and User Experience

The Nuki Smart Lock Ultra features several enhancements aimed at improving the user experience. It includes three locking speed modes—"Insane," "Standard," and "Gentle"—allowing users to choose the speed and noise level of the lock operation. The "Insane" mode provides the fastest operation, while "Gentle" mode prioritizes quietness. The lock also boasts a built-in lithium polymer battery, which can fully charge in about two hours using a magnetic charging cable, providing power for months.

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The Nuki Smart Lock Ultra features a streamlined installation process, with a step-by-step guide available within the app, making it easy to install the lock and the included universal cylinder. Existing Nuki users can easily migrate their data to the new lock, transferring configurations, access permissions, and connections effortlessly. This includes a new 6-digit security code, enhancing security during Bluetooth pairing.

Seamless Connectivity and Smart Home Integration

Connectivity is a key aspect of the Nuki Smart Lock Ultra features, with built-in Wi-Fi and Matter-over-Thread capabilities, allowing for seamless integration with major smart home ecosystems such as Apple Home, Google Home, and Amazon Alexa. This means users can control their locks remotely, assign personalized access permissions, and activate smart features like Auto Unlock and Night Mode. Unlike previous models, the Ultra doesn't require a separate bridge for Wi-Fi, simplifying setup and remote access.

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The Nuki Smart Lock Ultra features compatibility with existing Nuki accessories, such as the Nuki Keypad, allowing users to unlock the device with fingerprints or access codes. It also allows for the management of up to 200 personalized access permissions, giving users control over who can enter their homes. The lock also supports the latest Matter standard, ensuring seamless integration with a wide range of smart home devices.

Availability and Pricing

The Nuki Smart Lock Ultra features a premium design and advanced technology, placing it within the higher end of the smart lock market. It's initially available in Europe with pre-orders open, and is expected to launch in the U.S. in the second quarter of 2025. The European version of the lock is priced at €349, which includes both the lock and a new universal cylinder designed for enhanced security and compatibility. This version requires a cylinder change, but the US version will be a retrofit that replaces only the thumb turn.