Oct 9, 2026Home Automation Guides
How to Choose Smart Locks for Wholesale and OEM Projects
Compare smart lock formats, access methods, connectivity and door preparation before sourcing for wholesale or OEM projects.
Smart locks are sourced by format, access method and door preparation, not by appearance alone. This guide covers what distributors, brands and project buyers should confirm before requesting samples or a quotation, and which details differ between models.
Start with the lock format
Formats are not interchangeable. The range covers fully automatic locks, semi-automatic locks, digital deadbolts, knob locks and cylinder locks, and each format answers a different installation case.
• Cylinder format replaces an existing cylinder and suits retrofits where the door hardware stays in place.
• Knob format replaces an existing knob without reworking the door.
• Lever handle format is used for interior doors.
• Deadbolt, semi-automatic and fully automatic formats differ in mortise type, panel size and locking action.
Check the door and the door frame before choosing
The catalogue lists wooden or metal doors with a thickness of 35-100 mm across several series, and every model lists its own front and back panel dimensions, mortise type and latch options. Measure the door thickness, the existing mortise or latch, and the available frame space before selecting a model.
Narrow frames and slim profiles need a different model: slim aluminum smart locks for narrow frame doors.
Match access methods to your market
Fingerprint, password, IC card, key and app access appear across the range, and selected models add 3D face or palm vein recognition. Access-method combinations differ by model, so confirm the exact combination for the model you quote.
Battery type and app support also vary. The catalogue lists AA batteries and lithium packs, and app configurations that are either TUYA or stand-alone. Confirm both for each model rather than assuming them from the series name.
Confirm connectivity, camera and cylinder per model
WiFi and Bluetooth both appear across the range, and lock cylinders are listed as Level B or Level C depending on the model. Some models include a camera and a colour screen and others do not. Confirm connectivity, cylinder level, camera and screen for the exact model you intend to order.
For outdoor or damp installations, check the IP rating stated for the specific model. The catalogue lists IP65 for selected models only, so it should not be assumed across a series.
What to send for a model recommendation
Send the destination market, the lock format you need, door thickness and material, the existing mortise or latch, the access methods required, connectivity preference, estimated quantity and any branding or packaging requirements. These details let us match the closest models and prepare a quotation that reflects your market.
Frequently asked questions
Does one smart lock model fit several door thicknesses?
Several series list a 35-100 mm door thickness range, but panel dimensions, mortise type and latch options still differ from model to model. Always confirm the exact model against your door preparation.
Do all models include a camera or a screen?
No. Camera and screen options vary by model and are marked per model in the catalogue. Confirm before quoting.
Are certifications included?
Certification is not stated per model in the catalogue. Tell us the destination market and the documents your channel requires, and we will confirm what applies to the selected model.