Have you ever locked yourself out of your house? How did you manage to unlock your door? Through picking it? If you did it successfully, it does say a lot about your home security. If you can unlock your front door without a key, it means that a professional burglar can open it, too, as well as your backdoor and bedroom door in Singapore.
Regarding door locks, people have two options; a mechanical lock and a digital lock. Which one provides you with better security? Continue reading this article to find out.
ACCESSIBILITY
Mechanical locks
It uses a key to unlock it. You can duplicate the key if you have access to it. Mechanical locks are easy to pick using household materials, such as wires and sticks.
Digital locks
It may use PIN codes, key cards, and even biometric access. Although the PIN code for your Epic digital lock can be given out to anyone without your permission, you can counter it by changing your code.
SECURITY
Mechanical locks
Mechanical locks provide decent security protection to your property.
Digital locks
Digital locks, like the Samsung digital lock from Singapore, incorporate technology in their security. They can be integrated into your current security solution installations, such as CCTV systems and alarms.
MONITORING
Mechanical locks
You cannot monitor them 24/7 unless you see them personally and test them out or inspect them for evidence of picking attempts.
Digital locks
Owners can access and monitor their digital locks installed in their HDB metal gate through a smartphone app. Some digital locks notify the owner through the app if there are any break-in attempts.
OPERATION
Mechanical locks
Mechanical locks do not need electricity to operate; they work fine rain or shine.
Digital locks
Digital locks, like the Epic digital lock, are electrically powered. Digital locks use their built-in batteries during a power outage. Digital locks come with keys and a keyhole as well in case they run out of battery.
Which of the two give you better security, protection, and convenience?
If you think digital locks are the best for you, visit Liminal today. Liminal provides a wide range of digital lock options.
