A WiFi smart lock connects your door to the internet, so you can control it from anywhere. Instead of being near the door, you can unlock remotely, receive instant alerts, and check lock status anytime.
Not all smart locks work the same way. Many European smart lock cylinders, including WELOCK, use Bluetooth by default — with WiFi as an optional upgrade. Here’s a simple comparison:
| Feature | Bluetooth Smart Lock | WiFi Smart Lock |
|---|---|---|
| Unlock near the door |
✅ Yes
|
✅ Yes
|
| Remote unlock |
✖ No
|
✅ Yes
|
| Real-time notifications |
✖ No
|
✅ Yes
|
| Works without internet |
✅ Yes
|
⚠️ Limited
|
| Power consumption |
Low
|
Higher
|
| Setup complexity |
Simple
|
Requires WIFIBOX3 gateway
|
You may need a smart lock with WiFi if you want the following:
WELOCK smart cylinders work with Bluetooth by default. Add WiFi anytime with WiFiBox3.
Simple setup:
With WiFiBox3, WELOCK smart locks can connect with Amazon Alexa and Home Assistant for smarter door control.
You can use voice commands, check lock status remotely, and include your smart lock in home automation routines.
Note: Alexa and Home Assistant integration require WiFiBox3 and a stable internet connection.
Wide Compatibility & Strong Performance
Fits wooden, interior, and entrance doors with Euro-profile cylinders.
Tested for 100,000 pressing cycles—built to last.
The silver finish complements modern door aesthetics.
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Not always. A smart lock can work locally without WiFi for daily unlocking. WiFi is only needed if you want remote access, real-time notifications, or smart home control through a gateway like WiFiBox3.
Yes. WELOCK smart locks can work with Amazon Alexa and Home Assistant when connected through WiFiBox3.
This allows you to control your lock with voice commands, check door status remotely, and integrate it into your smart home routines for more convenient access management.
Your WELOCK smart lock will still work for local unlocking. You can continue to open the door with a fingerprint, PIN code, RFID card, or Bluetooth when you are near the lock.
Only remote features will be affected, such as remote unlocking, real-time notifications, and smart home control through WiFiBox3. Once the internet connection is restored, those online features will work again.
No. Both can be secure when properly implemented. WELOCK stores sensitive data locally and uses encrypted communication.
Yes. You can start with a Bluetooth WELOCK smart lock and add WiFiBox3 later when you need remote access, notifications, or smart home integration.
