Hornbill Smart Deadbolts: Camera, Fingerprint or Keypad Entry

Best for
Doors that need a lock and doorbell camera

The Hornbill Video Smart Lock with Camera is a 10-in-1 device that folds a deadbolt, a 2K HD camera, a video doorbell and several entry methods into one unit. The camera uses a 160-degree ultra-wide lens, and pressing the doorbell sends an alert to your phone so you can watch live video, talk through two-way audio and choose to unlock or deny entry. A pet-immune PIR motion sensor adds AI-powered alerts for activity on the porch.

Entry options include fingerprint, passcode, IC card, keys and app. Through the ICSee Home app, you can manage over 200 passcodes, 100 IC cards and more than 100 fingerprints, with 0.2 second fingerprint recognition, and create permanent, recurring, custom or one-time codes. Built-in 2.4G Wi-Fi means no hub is needed for remote locking. The controller types listed include Amazon Alexa, Google Assistant, Android and iOS. Auto-lock and one-touch lock are included.

Power comes from a single rechargeable high-voltage battery that Hornbill rates at about 60 days, based on 10 unlocks and 3 minutes of video per day. Heavier camera use will shorten that. The lock is IP65 weatherproof, works from -25°C to 70°C and fits US standard wooden doors 35 to 55 mm thick, left or right handed. Hornbill describes a 15-minute no-drill installation and no monthly fee.

It suits apartments and homes where you want one device at the door rather than a separate doorbell camera. It gives way to the Smart Front Door Lock Set if you also want handles and longer battery life.

• 2K camera, 160-degree lens, two-way audio
• Built-in 2.4G Wi-Fi, no hub required
• 100+ fingerprints, 200+ passcodes, 100 IC cards
• About 60 days per charge at listed usage

Best for
Rentals and guests needing keypad codes

The Hornbill Keyless Entry Door Lock is a handle set with a smart deadbolt in a satin brass finish, built around guest access rather than video. It supports fingerprint recognition, passcodes, IC fobs, keys, auto-lock, one-touch locking, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and voice control, managed through the Next Lock app. You can store up to 50 fingerprints with 0.2 second unlocking and assign up to 300 passcodes, then revoke them at any time.

That code capacity makes it well suited to rentals, home offices and households with dog walkers, cleaners or frequent guests. Admins can share e-keys with family and tenants, set or revoke codes and view activity logs. Auto-lock can be set anywhere from 1 to 900 seconds after the door closes, or you can tap the # key for immediate locking. The keypad includes an anti-peeping password feature, which typically lets you enter extra digits around your real code to hide it from onlookers.

The important caveat is remote access. Remote locking, unlocking and code changes require the Hornbill Wi-Fi Gateway, sold separately, placed within 16 feet of the lock and router, or 10 feet if walls are in the way. The lock runs on 4 AA alkaline batteries, not included, with low battery alerts under 20% and a Type-C port for emergency power. The listing gives dimensions of 7.9 x 4.9 x 9 inches but does not mention door thickness or weather ratings. For a closer look at this model alone, see our Hornbill keyless entry door lock review.

It gives way to either camera model if seeing your visitors matters to you.

• Up to 300 passcodes and 50 fingerprints
• Auto-lock from 1 to 900 seconds
• Remote access with gateway, sold separately
• 4 AA batteries plus Type-C emergency port

Best for
Camera lock with full handle set

The Hornbill Smart Front Door Lock Set combines the camera features with a complete handle set. It includes a 2K HD camera with a 160-degree lens that captures detail up to about 5 meters, two-way audio, a doorbell kit, PIR motion detection and night vision according to its specifications. Visitors can press the keypad doorbell to alert you through the app, where a live video chat lets you unlock or deny entry.

Entry methods include fingerprint ID, IC card, physical keys and app control, with auto and one-touch locking. Built-in 2.4G Wi-Fi works without a hub, and the title lists Alexa support. Double handles replace your existing handle, and the adjustable design suits pre-drilled or existing holes on most US standard left or right handed wooden doors from 35 to 55 mm thick. It is rated IP65 against rain and dust and works from -25°C to 70°C.

Battery life is the standout among the camera locks. It ships with two 2,500 mAh rechargeable batteries, 5,000 mAh total, rated to last 120 days per full charge at 10 uses per day. The listing does not name the app or give fingerprint or passcode capacity, so check those details if you need many users. If you are weighing other connected options, our guide to a Wi-Fi smart lock is a useful comparison.

• 2K camera with night vision and two-way audio
• Double handles included
• Two 2,500 mAh batteries, about 120 days per charge