Aqara Smart Lock U200 vs Nuki Smart Lock Pro

The Aqara Smart Lock U200 for most US deadbolts: it includes fingerprint, keypad, NFC and Apple Home Key, is rated IPX5 and typically costs less. The Nuki Smart Lock Pro is the better reviewed lock, with a two-year warranty and Wi-Fi, for European cylinder doors.

The Aqara Smart Lock U200 puts every entry method on the lock, while the Nuki Smart Lock Pro keeps the lock minimal and sells the keypad and fingerprint reader as accessories. They also fit different doors: US-style deadbolts for the Aqara, European cylinders for the Nuki.

Both are Matter over Thread locks and need a Thread border router for that connection. The Nuki Smart Lock Pro also has Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, while owners of the Aqara Smart Lock U200 say a Thread hub is required before remote control works.

The Aqara Smart Lock U200. Both are rated for about 6 months per charge, but the Aqara can switch to AAA batteries or USB power, while the Nuki Smart Lock Pro lists no backup battery.

Apple Home households with a US-style deadbolt who want Home Key, fingerprint and guest codes on one lock at a lower price, and who have or will add a Thread border router.

Owners of European cylinder doors who want a compact, well reviewed lock with Wi-Fi, hands-free auto-unlock and a two-year warranty, and who are fine adding a keypad later.