Headquartered in Singapore, Igloohome has been solving a pain point for many Airbnb and homestay hosts by eliminating the need to hand over physical keys during check-in. They have smart solutions in the form of a smart key box and digital locks for main door. Today, we would like to review the Igloohome Smart Padlock.
Built with versatility in mind, it is a smart padlock that allows for time-sensitive access. The Igloohome Smart Padlock is a weatherproof, PIN code and bluetooth-enabled padlock. It is a great solution for anyone who wants the ability to create PIN-codes remotely or send out bluetooth invites to unlock the padlock with a press of a button.
FIrst impression: Solid. This is a well-built padlock that can withstand exposure to outdoor conditions with its robust zinc alloy body with hardened steel shackle.
How does it work?
An owner is able to create permanent, one-time or duration PIN codes remotely, without needing the padlock to be connected to the internet. The algoPIN™️ technology works like a bank OTP where the algorithm of the lock is paired to the phone app and it is able to generate offline PINs. This means the PIN that is generated is of random digit, but one is able to set a custom made when the lock is paired to the app via bluetooth. However, the offline nature of the padlock means that one is not able to delete an offline PIN remotely, but requires one to be physically present to sync the padlock to the app to delete the PIN. Or to allow duration-based PINs to expire naturally according to their set duration.
Besides the generation of PINs, one is able to send bluetooth invites to visitors, staff, or family members, enabling them to unlock the padlock via the app, which immediately notifies the owner that the padlock has been unlocked. The advantage of using bluetooth keys is that the owner is able to immediately and remotely revoke access, without needing to be physically near to the padlock.
The heavy duty nature of this lock makes it suitable to be used as padlock use for main gate or door. The shackle is made of hardened steel and can withstand >15kN of pull force and 25kN of cutting force. This padlock is one tough nut to crack.
With this built and features, the price makes sense.
