I purchased this lock for my companies office front door about a year ago and its been FANTASTIC!
Please forgive my grammar, I am not going to proof read this...
PROS:
✨It fairly inexpensive, accepts multiple fingerprints, codes and remote unlocks for each individual user.
✨The codes can be entered in a special combination to fool "on lookers". Ex. If you code is 1234 you can type in 543"1234"782 than Enter and the door will still unlock!
✨The keypad turns off to save battery and back on with a touch anywhere.
✨Once you get a GOOD fingerprint it works every time! I registered my finger 2 or 3 times and as long as it doesn't think its the same as an existing one (by changing how you scan it) it will accept it.
✨The unit and handle are nice to look at and soft to the touch, its easy to open the door once unlocked.
✨The UltraLoq App works GREAT! It allows you to update the names of the users you entered into the device directly. You can even add a user through the App now!!! This is easier than typing in the admin code and going through the prompts etc. The App is not perfect but it allows editing, syncing of names back to the device AND ONLINE BACKUP AND RESTORE!! WOO HOOO. I you ever get a new Ultraloq you can RESTORE the users!
✨If you are like me, the door is FAR away from employees so having the REMOTE unlock device connected is a god send for visitors.
CONS:
💩The batteries don't last that long. Since its a permanent fixture - why not add MORE battery capacity? They do last a couple of months though...
💩The fingerprints works "OK" and only allows 2 "presses" to initially scan it. Personally, I re-add users fingers a few times to get it to work flawlessly BUT once it works - IT WORKS!
💩I might be wrong about this but I believe the lock can only hold 100 codes and/or fingers so I'm nervous about adding multiple fingers per person and using up the "memory". I have 40 users and if every one has a finger and code that's 80 off the bat. It also doesn't tell you if you have 2 sets of fingers scanned for each person, just that there is a finger scanned so I dont know if that takes up 2 "slots" or just 1......
💩The cell phone "shake" to unlock feature is just garbage! The app cannot be in the background and even if its setup properly it can take 5 "shakes" to unlock even though its set to "1 Shake". By the time you get your phone out, open the app and start shaking you could have just entered a 4 digit code... Plus you look like an idiot shaking your phone!!....
💩Having wet or moist fingers can affect the scanning! Hand lotion is usually the biggest culprit BUT I have noticed the scanner doesn't really need cleaning too often... maybe the act of swiping the finger clears it of debris?
OVERALL:
I would say the lock is FANTASTIC for the price and may even work better than more expensive options. The Remote Unlock (with extra device) is awesome and the ability to backup and restore the user data online is PRICELESS! If this lock ever Dies OR I decide to add another UltraLoq to the back door, I can just "restore" the codes to the new one! I have literally 0 complaints from people other than their fingers don't work. I can fix the finger issue though by re-scanning it a few times from slightly different angles BUT most people prefer to just type the code anyway. I have all my users use their THUMBS since it feels more natural especially if you are tall. If you are VERY short you might want to use an index finger instead.
I am able to get MY finger to work 100% of the time and part of that is learning how to place it on the scanner the same way EVERY time. I actually feel for the top edge of the scanner than kind of "swipe" it down as the device beeps. If it doesn't work you just need to lift it off and place it down again. If you are working with only a handful of people who need access and dont need to worry about filling up the memory than JUST ADD THEIR FINGERS MULTIPLE TIMES. I dont know exactly how it works when you add multiple fingers to the same "user" but if you have trouble just create a NEW user and add the finger there. You could even add the users left AND right thumb to see which works best unlocking.
Hope this helps someone!! Woo Hoo!
:-) Brian
| Brand | ULTRALOQ |
|---|---|
| Special Feature | Keyless |
| Lock Type | Biometric and keypad door lock, Smart Lock, Bluetooth door lock, Lever Lock |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 7 x 6.3 x 3.5 inches |
| Material | Zinc |
| Style | UL3 BT |
| Color | Satin Nickel |
| Finish Type | Satin Nickel |
| Included Components | Screwdriver, Mounting Plate, Smart Lock, Latch and Strike, Backup Keys |
| Controller Type | Vera |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Item Weight | 5.9 Pounds |
| Control Method | App |
| Connectivity Protocol | Wi-Fi |
| Manufacturer | U-tec Group |
| Part Number | Ultraloq UL3 BT |
| Item Weight | 5.9 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 7 x 6.3 x 3.5 inches |
| Item model number | UL3 BT (2nd Gen) Smart Lock |
| Size | Lock (2nd Gen) |
| Finish | Satin Nickel |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Special Features | Keyless |
| Usage | Inside; Amateur, Outside; Amateur |
| Batteries Included? | Yes |
| Batteries Required? | Yes |
| Battery Cell Type | Alkaline |
| Warranty Description | 18 months electronic and lifetime mechanical warranty |
