Buying guides
Short, practical guides for importers and project buyers — specifications, standards and sourcing checklists. Written by our export team.
How the three main smart lock architectures differ — deadbolt, mortise and rim locks — and how to choose the right one for your market and door type.
Compare fingerprint, face recognition, keypad, card and app unlocking for smart locks — speed, reliability, cost and which user groups each suits.
Compare the TTLock and Tuya smart lock platforms on app ownership, remote access, hotel features and what a distributor should check before committing.
The measurements that decide whether a smart lock fits: door thickness, backset, mortise dimensions and cross-bore — with a checklist for distributors and installers.
How glass door locks differ from timber-door locks: frameless and framed types, glass thickness, drilling, and the specifications to confirm before ordering.
What importers should agree in writing when sourcing smart locks: MOQ and tooling, OEM/ODM scope, app ownership, warranty terms, spare parts and documentation.