Honestly, I used to think the same thing about smart locks being too much hassle, but after getting one with an auto-unlock feature, I’m kinda hooked.
I get it—fingerprint readers can be fussy, especially if you’ve been elbow-deep in the garden. But my phone’s always in my pocket anyway, and it just unlocks when I walk up. No more digging for keys or punching in codes with my nose when my hands are full. I was worried about price too, but some of these aren’t much more than a decent keypad model. Just saying, might be worth a look if you’re as forgetful as me...“I just can’t see myself fussing with a finicky sensor.”
No more digging for keys or punching in codes with my nose when my hands are full.
Haha, been there—nothing like balancing groceries and trying to elbow your way in. I do worry about the tech flaking out, though. Ever had your phone die right as you’re walking up? I keep picturing myself locked out with a melting pint of ice cream... Do these things have a backup plan, or am I just doomed to eat dessert on the porch?
That’s my nightmare too—except in my case, it’s usually a bag of mulch and a screaming toddler. I’ve heard some of these smart locks have a hidden key slot or keypad as backup, but honestly, I’d probably forget where I put the darn key anyway. Anyone ever try those fingerprint ones? I’m curious if they actually work with hands covered in dirt or paint... My house is old enough that it probably just wants a good old-fashioned skeleton key.
Anyone ever try those fingerprint ones? I’m curious if they actually work with hands covered in dirt or paint...
I’ve got a fingerprint lock on my workshop door, and honestly, it’s hit or miss if my hands are grimy. Sometimes it’ll read through a bit of dust, but paint? Forget it. Still, I’d take that over fumbling for keys with an armful of lumber any day. For old houses, though, I get the charm of a skeleton key—just wish they were as quick as a tap.
Sometimes it’ll read through a bit of dust, but paint? Forget it.
That’s been my experience too. If I’ve got glue or caulk on my fingers, the sensor just blinks at me like I’m an imposter. Still, not having to dig for keys when you’re balancing plywood is a huge plus. I do miss the old-school feel of a skeleton key, but speed wins most days. Ever tried the ones with backup PIN pads? Those seem more forgiving when your hands are a mess.
