| Feature | Eufy FamiLock S3 Max | Nuki Smart Lock Ultra | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rating | 4.3 | 4.4 | Nuki Smart Lock Ultra |
| Warranty | 1.5 years | 2 years | Nuki Smart Lock Ultra |
| Weather Resistance | IP65 | NO | Eufy FamiLock S3 Max |
| Battery Life | 4 months | 6 months | Nuki Smart Lock Ultra |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Thread Protocol | Nuki Smart Lock Ultra |
| Lock/Unlock System | Remote, Passcode, Physical Key | Remote, Bluetooth, Passcode, Fingerprint, Physical Key | Nuki Smart Lock Ultra |
| One-Time Password | YES | Keypad required | Eufy FamiLock S3 Max |
| Periodic Password | YES | Keypad required | Eufy FamiLock S3 Max |
| Anti-peep Password | YES | NO | Eufy FamiLock S3 Max |
| Doorbell | YES | NO | Eufy FamiLock S3 Max |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Tie |
| Emergency Fingerprint | NO | NO | Tie |
- + Weather Resistance: IP65
- + One-Time Password: YES
- + Periodic Password: YES
- - Rating: 4.3 vs 4.4
- - Warranty: 1.5 years vs 2 years
- + Rating: 4.4
- + Warranty: 2 years
- + Battery Life: 6 months
- - Weather Resistance: NO vs IP65
- - One-Time Password: Keypad required vs YES
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Eufy FamiLock S3 Max or Nuki Smart Lock Ultra?
Eufy FamiLock S3 Max wins with its lower price, IP65 build, integrated doorbell and camera, palm entry and guest passwords. Nuki Smart Lock Ultra counters with a higher rating, 2-year warranty, longer battery life and premium retrofit engineering.
What is the biggest difference between Eufy FamiLock S3 Max and Nuki Smart Lock Ultra?
Philosophy. The Eufy consolidates lock, doorbell, camera and peephole into one exterior unit for standard doors. The Ultra is a sleek interior motor over a European cylinder, fast and discreet, with keypad and fingerprint as accessories and no video features.
Which is better reviewed?
The Nuki Smart Lock Ultra, which owners call Nuki's best lock yet with only minor install quirks. The Eufy FamiLock S3 Max rates well too, though some owners hit Wi-Fi instability, Matter errors or support frustrations.
How do entry methods compare?
The Eufy FamiLock S3 Max: palm-vein recognition, keypad codes, app and key. The Nuki Smart Lock Ultra: phone, watch and geolocation auto-unlock out of the box, with keypad or fingerprint entry via optional accessories.
Who should buy Eufy FamiLock S3 Max?
Choose Eufy FamiLock S3 Max for one device that locks, watches and answers the door: palm unlock, 2K video without fees, rear screen and IP65 sealing, at the lower price.
Who should buy Nuki Smart Lock Ultra?
Choose Nuki Smart Lock Ultra for the finest Euro-cylinder retrofit: fastest motor, most compact body, built-in Wi-Fi, Matter and a 2-year warranty, with the better owner rating of the pair.
