We compared two fingerprint smart door locks: the WELOCK Touch41 Fingerprint Lock and the MYPIN Smart Door Lock.
What we looked at
Entry methods, installation, and price.
The verdict
If you want a zinc-alloy cylinder lock rated for over 100,000 touches with local (not cloud) fingerprint storage, the WELOCK is the pick at £129.00, though it costs £69.01 more. If you would rather pay less for a 7-in-1 unlock system with Apple Watch support and virtual-password anti-peeping protection, the MYPIN is the value option, at £59.99.
A £129.00 fingerprint lock storing data locally, for interior doors.
A £59.99 smart lock with 7 unlock methods including Apple Watch.
WELOCK Touch41 Fingerprint Lock, Waterproof Smart — Local Data Storage
Intended for: Marketed as a 4-in-1 biometric smart lock with fingerprint, Bluetooth app, RFID card and backup USB key unlocking, supporting up to 100 fingerprints and 20 RFID cards (3 included), zinc-alloy construction rated for over 100,000 touches, local (not cloud) storage of fingerprint data, full app monitoring with an activity log, and a low-battery reminder. Stated for interior doors only, adjustable for 50-100mm door thickness.
What we liked
- Zinc-alloy construction rated for 100,000+ touches, per the listing
- Stores fingerprint data locally rather than in the cloud
- Supports up to 100 fingerprints and 20 RFID cards
- 2-year after-sales service, per the listing
Worth knowing
- Costs £69.01 more than the MYPIN on these listings
- Stated for interior doors only, not exterior doors
Best for
- Buyers who want local, non-cloud fingerprint storage
- Anyone who wants the most durable-rated touch mechanism
- Interior door installations
Not ideal for
- Anyone who needs an exterior/front door lock
- Budget-conscious buyers
MYPIN Smart Door Lock, 7-in-1 Unlock — Most Entry Methods
Intended for: Marketed as a 7-in-1 smart door lock with biometric fingerprint, smartphone app, encrypted key cards, customisable codes, eKey sharing, traditional mechanical keys, and Apple Watch compatibility for contactless entry, an aluminium-alloy build rated -20°C to 70°C with auto-locking and a 5-attempt lockdown, and a stated 15-minute DIY installation for front, exterior or interior doors.
What we liked
- Cheaper than the WELOCK on these listings, at £59.99
- Apple Watch compatible for contactless entry, per the listing
- Rated for front, exterior and interior doors
- Generates temporary codes without WiFi for short-term rentals
Worth knowing
- No stated local-only (non-cloud) data storage claim
- Lower stated touch-durability rating than the WELOCK's zinc-alloy build
Best for
- Buyers who want the lower price
- Anyone who wants Apple Watch entry
- Landlords managing short-term rental access codes
Not ideal for
- Anyone who wants zinc-alloy build with a stated 100,000+ touch rating
- Buyers who want strictly interior-only, local-storage design
