Nuki The European alternative to August Smart Lock (US)
Electronic door lock retrofit with EU security standards
About Nuki
Electronic locking systems from the Austrian manufacturer for retrofitting existing door locks. Access control follows European security standards with local encryption.
Highlights
- ✓ Retrofit without key replacement
- ✓ Auto-unlock: door opens automatically upon arrival
- ✓ Time-limited access codes and guest access
- ✓ Home Assistant and Matter integration
- ✓ Battery operation, no wiring required
Why European?
- → Austrian company, GDPR compliant
- → European customer service and support
- → No CLOUD Act, US authorities have no access
- → Local Bluetooth and bridge options for cloud-free operation
Pricing
Nuki Smart Lock 4.0 from €129 · Nuki Combo from €219 · Nuki Keypad from €99
Frequently asked questions about Nuki
What is Nuki and what is it used for? +
Nuki is an Austrian smart home brand from Graz, founded in 2014, that produces electronic door lock retrofit systems. Current models include Smart Lock Pro, Smart Lock Go, and Smart Lock Ultra. Accessories such as keypad, door sensor, fob (radio key), and Opener for intercom systems extend the system. Nuki supports Matter, Thread, Apple HomeKit, Google Home, and Amazon Alexa.
Is Nuki manufactured in Europe? +
Nuki is developed and manufactured in Europe ("Designed in Austria, made in Europe"). The decision against production in Asia was made early to ensure short supply chains, faster product development, and direct quality control. The company employs around 130 people at its headquarters in Graz. Cloud servers are located in EU data centers; Nuki is ISO 27001 certified and GDPR-compliant.
Which smart home standards does Nuki support? +
Nuki integrates with Apple HomeKit, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and Samsung SmartThings. Current models (Pro, Ultra) support Matter and Thread for direct connection to smart home hubs. Via the Nuki API and webhooks, Home Assistant, openHAB, and ioBroker can also be integrated. Locally, the lock can be controlled via Bluetooth without cloud connection; the optional Nuki Bridge enables remote access.
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Entry verified on 08.05.2026