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eufy T8520T11 Security Smart Lock Touch with Wi-Fi $285.95 (Was $399) Delivered @ Amazon AU

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If you're still after one, keep your eye on the Amazon listing as it keeps coming and going at $285.95

Crackin price on the Eufy Smart Lock Touch Wifi version (thanks to a c3 alert]

  • Fingerprint Scanner, Keyless Entry Door Lock, Smart Wi-Fi Lock, Bluetooth Electronic Deadbolt, Touchscreen Keypad, BHMA Certified, IP65 Weatherproofing(*exterior lock panel only)
  • Your Finger is the Key: Smart Lock recognizes your fingerprint in just 0.3 seconds and unlocks your door in 1 second it's faster than fumbling for your keys.
  • Control From Anywhere: With its all-new Wi-Fi connectivity, you can control Smart Lock from absolutely anywhere via the Security app.
  • Always Has Your Back: Even when you're in a hurry, Smart Lock is ready to protect your home. A built-in sensor detects when your door is closed and locks it automatically behind you, every single time.
  • Multiple Ways to Unlock: Open using your fingerprint, with your phone via the Security app, or by using the keypad or key.
  • Built to Last: With a sturdy zinc alloy and stainless steel frame, Smart Lock is tested to handle the comings and goings of a busy household for over 60 years. The IP65 rating ensures that come rain or shine, your front door is protected.
  • BHMA Grade 2 Security Certification: Proven to work after locking and unlocking 250,000 times. Certified by the American National Standards Institute.

And since it always get asked:

Is this easy to install? Yes, if you are replacing an existing deadbolt all you need is a screwdriver. (Note that this isn't a deadbolt in that there is no way to stop it being unlocked from the inside). If you have a mortise lock this wont work for you. If you aren't replacing, it'll be a little more work. You can get door lock install kits from the hardware store to help, or just leave it to the professionals.

Can I install it on (insert door here)? The locks work with door thickness between 35mm and 55mm. and a backset of 60mm or 70mm. If you can work with that, good chance the answer is yes.

Do I need Wifi/Bluetooth/Phone etc to unlock? No, once set up the lock will work independently with fingerprint or PIN whether it has internet or not.

What if the battery is flat? There is a USB port you can plug a powerbank into for emergency power if you ignore all the notifications that your battery is going flat and should be recharged.

Homekit? No.

Home Assistant? Yes, though depends on your installation as to how difficult to set up.

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  • Was about to post this one.

  • Nice one, very good reviews overall.
    Thanks op!

    • -5

      Another good review from LockPickingLawyer: (https://youtu.be/z4lVylO7y5U) YouTube
      Fingerprint/RFID Lock Defeated With a Paperclip (Mengqi-Control)

  • +4

    Bought

    Wonder if I need this

  • Nice one

  • +1

    Hmmm Tempted. Wait for Black Friday / Cyber Monday?

    Good one OP.

    • Not saying it won't be cheaper but this is an all time low as far as I know. It was around $320 for Prime Day which was the previous lowest I'd seen.

  • +2

    how Lock Picking Lawyer proof is this device?

    • +12

      Meh the difference between a good lock and bad lock to him is an extra 30 seconds to get it open. If someone wants into your house they will just break something quickly. Pick one you like the look and convenience of, security is all show anyways.

      • +3

        Usually they go for the glass, then come out from the front door lol

  • +2

    Anyone had success getting this to work with Home Assistant?

    • +2

      You can use this integration but with some caveats. If you are using HassOS or Supervised with the add-on store it should be pretty straight forward as you can use that to install the required eufy security websockets addon. If you are running Core, you'll need to manually set it up (uses nodejs.)

      • Sweet, thanks. I since saw a review suggesting that integration. It says it doesn't work offline (needs to connect to eufy cloud servers). But that's fine - if you're offline you can still unlock the house

        • +1

          It should work offline too though you'll need cloud to set up. This is the backend that the HA integration uses. It mentions local and remote connectivity.

          I'm not using it at the moment but did try it out. Worked ok for basic features, though every now and again would be a little slow to recognise changes in the state
          Doesn't seem as smooth an integration than say the T-Locks on Zigbee, those work great with HA.

    • +1

      Mine works fine with home assistant

    • +1

      I'm using this with Home Assistant.
      There is/was an issue where changing alarm state in eufy would cause the lock to stop updating in HA but it's either been fixed or I permanently made a workaround using HA. I forget which. It's a great lock, awesome battery life too.

  • got one, thank you!

  • +5

    bought one, if price is lower on Black Friday then return and repurchase. Still within 30 days return period

    • +1

      Good idea. Thanks, @ozvictor

  • Bought one too. Well worth it. Not perfect if you have glass near there. No success with Eufy via home assist.
    If you're gonna buy one of these wifi is the one to get.

    • Yup - Wish Id waited, pulled the trigger on the last deal - Non-Wifi - Great, but the Wifi Bridge is not available in AU yet, so Eufy Support tell me.

  • +7

    As a former burglar I highly recommend installing anything 'techy' without a deadbolt which makes 'your' entry so much more enjoyable /jokes :-)

  • +1

    Anyone know how much for this to be instaled? Also if we have the mesh door outside, can it be installed on that as well?

    • +1

      A mesh door is maybe well the lock's door thickness requirement.
      About installation if your current door already has a deadbolt and no strangely position handle (like right on top of the bolt) then it is 10 minutes job top.

  • Grabbed one - have one already and it’s been great - think I paid about 350 for it almost a year ago!

    • +3

      Buy a new house - solved ;)
      Don’t waste your lock!

      • This will go on another door that I am replacing…! Wish I could buy a new house… hmm

    • Are these easy to install? I have got a mesh door and main door, thinking options on where to put this.

      • Just like a normal deadlock - google the install manual

        • dont have an existing deadlock

  • -1

    I have one on my pedestrian gate annoys me though when dumb ass delivery drivers can’t work out how to use it. You think they would see them around. I integrate it with a eufy video doorbell so I can open it from my phone while viewing the video feed.

    • So youre expecting a driver, who has a million things to deliver, take time out of his day to youtube/google instruction on how to operate a smart lock? Sounds a bit precious to me

      • They have a responsibility to make sure it’s left in a safe place not outside the gate in the rain.I have a sign on the gate with full instructions. It literally takes 10 seconds or they can ring the doorbell and I unlock it.

  • Yeah curious on how you install this

    • Instructional manual? YouTube?

  • Is there a huge different from the non-wifi version (or here on JB) and whether the difference worth $85 bucks?

    • +4

      Get the Wifi version - being able to get alerts on who is accessing and remotely checking status is great - I lock it remotely when I have forgotten to do so before leaving (or one of the family members forgets)

      • Thanks for your insights - great idea!

        • +1

          Also you can grant access remotely by setting up a new user or opening via app.

  • What happens if your Wi-Fi isn't working?

    • +6

      Still works fine - Touchpad, keypad or key entry - only use wifi when I want to remote lock/unlock or get alerts on who has used it

  • Would these fit on an aluminium door?

  • Counts as deadbolt for cheaper insurance purposes?

    • +1

      It is a deadbolt

      • +1

        Op said

        Note that this isn't a deadbolt

        • -1

          I have one… It's a dead bolt

          • +1

            @csider: So you can stop it being unlocked from the inside?

            • +1

              @CheapBrah: Nope. I have one and I don’t think it’s possible to keep it being unlocked from inside.

              • @username1: You can turn the auto lock off and therefore it stays unlocked… Forever if you want.

            • @CheapBrah: Why would you want to

              • +1

                @sareth: The reason is when someone breaks in e.g. via a window, they can open the door from the inside.

                • @StephBlanks: They could do that in our house anyway as we usually go out through the garage. Even if we took the keys from the door when we went out, a burglar could just go via the garage door to do his dash.

                • +2

                  @StephBlanks: If they’re inside, it’s game over. Why over complicate things?

                  • +2

                    @alteclan: Some insurance providers only provide a discount if DeadBolts are fitted and used.
                    Implication being, if all external doors, including to garage have dead-bolts fitted, it makes it a little more difficult to remove bulky items (assuming spare keys are not easily obtained).
                    This originated when most break-ins occurred via windows (likely still the case, not up to date with current stats).

                    Dead-bolt, meaning you can't unlock without a key, even from the in-side. Yes there are safety concerns\fire ect.. why you should never activate dead-bolts when people are in-side.

                    • @UltimateAI: Fair enough. I clearly didn't know the definition of a dead bolt.

                      To be sure, this is not a dead bolt.

                    • @UltimateAI: Is there documentation that that is exactly what they consider a deadbolt? From my understanding, deadbolt refers to the bolt being "dead" and not spring loaded and having to be manually engaged/disengaged.

                      • @TheContact: I did mis-lead you, insurance documentation is much clearer and will state something along the lines of "Key-Operated Dead-Bolts"
                        They will all state "key-operated", some may also specify specific standards or the number of cylinders.

                    • @UltimateAI: Correction: For the insurance discount you require a "KEY-OPERATED" dead-bolt, I should have been clearer.

                      • @UltimateAI: Even just key operated leaves leeway for being single cylinder and unlocked with a knob on the inside.

                • +1

                  @StephBlanks: I raised this with the post for the other version and got solidly negged for it. It is an issue because that makes its far easier for burglars to get big or awkward stuff out of your house. So a greater loss.

                  • @wfdTamar: No different than going out the garage lol

                    • +1

                      @atlas: You understand that not every house in Australia is built like yours? Some may not have a garage, or not attached to the house. I know amazing! We don't all live in suburbia.

                      • @wfdTamar: Yes and so? The point to be made is that a lot of homes have multiple points of entry. Unless they are all secured from the inside by key and you then secure those keys properly, it's actually not such a big deal that this can be opened from the inside. Your home is only as secure as it's weakest link.

                        And if they have time and are willing to take big bulky things then it's probably GG anyway.

                        • @atlas: So? It’s people that don’t think about these things and make life easier for crimes that in part explain why my house insurance went up 33% this year (don’t get me started on councils allowing building in flood zones).

                          So? Put a proper deadlock on any external door. Lockwood 001 is a good example. Only needs to be deadlocked if no-ones home. Simple and effective. There’s a digital version of it, but it’s not smart (wifi enabled).

                    • +1

                      @atlas: Insurance companies that offer discounts for Dead-bolts, usually require them on all windows and doors, that includes internal doors to the garage.
                      Some actually require a mesh security door on the internal door to the garage to get the discount.
                      Otherwise a dead-bolt on the garage (yes you can get them to activate when you go on holidays, not designed for every day use).
                      I'm not going to talk about the effectiveness, that's for the insurance companies and Police.
                      PS: Only a small percentage of the population quality for the key discounts.

              • @sareth: I don't want it, I want the insurance discount and the insurance company wants it

  • +1

    Anyone install one on their door that enters the garage. I hardly use my front door.

    • +1

      Planning to install the side door the front door has a big hole with its current door handle so can’t be bothered replacing it - adding it will make it look ugly.

      • Good idea. Looking forward to getting it.

    • +1

      I have an electronic lock on my internal garage door too but it's the T-Lock without fingerprint. Having to enter PIN to get in would be a pain though, so it unlocks automatically via Home Assistant (after we open the roller door and we are detected as home).

      Short of it is, had the T-Lock first but if didn't have it automated I would gladly use a Eufy there for fingerprint access. The kids use front door so Eufy is there as wanted fingerprint for that.

      • Nice setup. 👍

  • A built-in sensor detects when your door is closed

    The reviews on Youtube & Amazon says otherwise? Has there been an update from Eufy?
    Pretty useless if the lock can't even tell if the door is open or closed.

    • The detection has gotten better since I got mine 2 years ago, but it's not a big deal as you can set it to auto lock after 3 minutes.

      • What if the door is still open after 3 minutes? Will the lock be able to tell that the door is open? Or will it just auto lock with the door still open?

        • +3

          The open door detection is over-engineered. It uses a geo-magnetic sensor to work out what position the door is in. I would have preferred a simple reed switch and magnet and installed into the frame, probably would have been more accurate too rather than triggering when the door is still slightly ajar.
          Mine doesn't work properly (had to constantly recalibrate, have given up on it now), though many others say it works fine.

          After 3 minutes, the door locks regardless of position.

        • +1

          If you have auto lock on, it will turn the lock after 3 minutes regardless of door position.

    • +1

      I just turn this feature off as I don’t like the auto-lock timer.

      • It's almost a necessity when you have kids…

  • +3

    great to have these kind of locks with kids when you are not always home and they can get in themselves

    less key hassles

    • +1

      Exact reason I got a lock with fingerprint reader. Didn't want kids to have a key to lose or a PIN for anyone to see over their shoulder.

      Very convenient now for all of us. We take only a car key when we go out now (several entry points all with electronic locks, in case one should fail)

  • +3

    Save $85 and just but the non wifi one. Wifi one makes sense if you own a Airbnb home else it's another notification you have to deal with…

    • Pretty handy for deliveries

      • +1

        Why would you let random people in your home for deliveries?

        • -1

          Only for high value and bulky items. Save time collecting it from the depot and probably a scratch or two on your car.

    • +1

      I like to know who is using the lock while I'm away - it will even tell you if someone is unlocking from the inside, so if someone does break in and uses it to leave, you can at least have this logged and alerted so you can action

    • The notifications are easily turned off. The regret of not spending that extra $85 when you later decide the Wifi would have been useful not so much :D

  • Are they easy to install or need someone who is expert in this?

    • Definitely not easy to install, probably have to pay anywhere from $150 - $250 on Airtasker app for a locksmith or a handy man if you want to get it done professionally.

      • +5

        Not true. There are standards when it comes to how you're meant to install deadbolts. If your door has an existing Deadbolt it's literally a 10 minute job. That's what I did.

      • +1

        I installed myself, not hard. Took half a day including patching afterwards. This was because I didn't have an existing deadbolt (had a dead latch instead) so I had to drill holes etc on the door frame and door.

    • +1

      If you have a current dead bolt lock style lock (similar position/style to one pictured) and a little know how on the tools, you should be fine just by following a YouTube video. You may wish to measure your hole before ordering, but there are normally universal. As shown in the video if you have a 60 or 70mm hole, then it's straight forward. If you don't have a dead bolt lock, then you'll need to drill or pay someone.

  • +2

    Put it in cart then spent maybe 2min looking at a review then OOS when I went to pay :(

    • It’s on Catch if you still want it

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