The Aqara U100 Smart Lock with HomeKit, Home Key & MATTER!

the Aqara U100 is the company's first attempt at a deadbolt smart lock, and it did well, with a lock that has more features than pretty much any of its competitors, all for roughly two-thirds of the price. Not only that, it should be Matter compatible, although in my initial tests, I couldn't get it to be exposed to Samsung SmartThings via my Matter-compatible Aqara M2 hub. Amazon is yet to support Matter hubs at the time of writing, so only Google and Apple Home should work.

Still, with Apple Home Key, a fingerprint reader, keypad, NFC cards, app control, and basic keys, you're spoilt for choice when it comes to the various unlock methods available, as well as a great range of automations within the Aqara ecosystem.

Other products/devices featured in this video:
--- Aqara Hub M1S Gen 2 ---

Aqara Camera Hub G2H Pro

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Timestamps:
0:00 intro
0:11 Overview
0:37 Specs & features
1:23 What's in the box?
1:48 A closer look
2:20 Initial setup
4:40 Unlocking basics
5:58 Add to HomeKit
6:51 Lock settings
7:43 Alert settings
8:37 Passage mode
9:19 Automations
11:13 G4 Video Doorbell
11:37 Pros vs. Cons
13:39 Outro

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[theflyerprd]

Hello, to be able to setup the fingerprint you need the Aqara Hub?
I did not understood that part well during the setup. Thank you!

[myHomeKithome]

I know it's weird, but I love how this lock sounds! From the code input and access granted and denied tones to the whirl of the motor. There is just something satisfying about it. I do like the fingerprint module and HomeKey is BOSS, but I do wish they had opted for Thread connectivity. THanks for the video Simon!

[holmes]

Great and detailed video. Thank you! One question: can you manually set, in interval of minutes, when the door auto locks after unlocking it (if you were to set it to auto lock)? I commented on your other video re the Aqara A100pro zigbee and it did not have this ability so I shelved it.
My use case: I get a lot of deliveries and I need to unlock my door manually via app/HK when I get a delivery so that the delivery guy opens the door and places the package. I can’t have the lock auto lock in a few seconds as typically the delivery guys will let me know they are at the door when they are a minute or two away and it takes them another minute or two to figure out which door they need to open. I need to unlock the door and it should only auto lock after X number of minutes. Hoping to figure this out before thee coupon expires. Have two in the cart! Thanks again

[michaelb]

Does anyone know of a Deadbolt Lock Cylinder brand/type that will work with the keys provided in the U100 installation kit?

[bunit]

I always check your channel first for comprehensive reviews on the latest Apple home compatible products 🫡

[jgabesamis]

Is the lock itself bound to HomeKit, or does it use a an Aqara hub? Will I need it close to an ATV or HomePod for HomeKit to work?

[redditreview]

Interesting lock. Can this lock give remote access with a hub other than aqara’s? I have a couple of google hubs.

[JoshuaHoLivesHere]

What type of key cylinder does it use? Want to know if I will be able to easily rekey it to my existing set of house keys

[RussellWicker]

This lock is almost perfect except I need it to accept 4-10 digit user codes. I live in a condo that assigns me a 5 digit code as a passkey, I can not use the U100 until I can enter a 5 digit user code.

[rhosk]

Nice thorough review, thanks - sub'd. I do have a question. Apple has been claiming to add the "HomeKey" share feature since ~IOS 16. I do notice that I need an Apple Hub to have remote access for Homekit and plan on purchasing Apple TV 4k. Will I be able to share the HomeKey with the household if I add the hub? Thanks again!

[justtherecord]

How did you set custom mp3 sounds on your M1S? 😮

[ShaiLysk]

Any idea how to add this to my mainland China region Aqara app?

[kplau]

is it possible to power the lock entirely via the usb-c forever? is any functionality limited doing it this way? (any usb-c on the inside part of the lock?)

[ltxvijh]

homekit not working, it says not responding and not connected but shows connected via the app, any help?

[YottaP]

May I know if Aqara u100 connects to a server in China?

[Codyak]

So this lock, without the hub, does not have Wi-Fi and therefore can not be remotely controlled?

[jakryk]

I wish you'd taken it slower when adding to HomeKit. I can't quite follow what you are doing 😞

[billligon]

I don't want to buy the Apple HomeKit. Why can't I just use my Iphone; while the phone is in my pocket, it will just unlock the door?? Also using the Apple Watch in the same way.

[rhomboman]

Amazing review! Sadly too US-focused and not especially attractive