Nuki launches the world’s first Aliro-certified keypad for residential electronic door locks. Nuki is driving the next era of secure and interoperable smart home access.
With the new Keypad 2 NFC, Nuki brings the same trusted Tap-to-Pay experience to the front door. “Access has never been smarter, more secure, or faster. With the Keypad 2 NFC, we transfer the strengths of Tap to Pay from everyday public life directly to your home. Our users experience the same convenience and security they already rely on when making contactless payments,” says Martin Pansy, Co-founder and CEO of Nuki. Because Nuki’s Smart Lock and Keypad are separate products, upgrading is simple. Existing users of a Matter-capable Nuki Smart Lock can add Tap to Unlock in minutes by pairing their lock with the new Keypad 2 NFC – no complex installation required.
Contactless Unlocking for All Users
But how does Tap to Unlock work in practice? Simply hold your mobile device up to the Keypad 2 NFC – there is no need to open the Nuki App. Users only need a Matter-capable Nuki Smart Lock and Apple Home Key or Samsung Digital Home Key, Aliro-compatible credentials in a digital wallet, a Matter-enabled hub from the respective provider, and a compatible mobile device to gain the Tap to Unlock benefits. While Tap-to-Unlock is an expected standard feature in the U.S. market, Nuki’s approach goes beyond basic functionality. With support for emerging standards like Aliro, the Keypad 2 NFC is among the first products in the US designed to enable this new ecosystem, even offering access for Samsung SmartThings users and others seeking broader cross-platform interoperability.
“One of Nuki’s core principles is to make new features accessible to all users, regardless of the manufacturer,” emphasises Co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer Jürgen Pansy. That is why the Nuki App mode expands the unlocking options even further: it enables Tap to Unlock completely independent of Matter, Aliro, or wallet apps. This mode is available to all users with a Nuki Smart Lock and an NFC-enabled smartphone, no additional hub required – ensuring maximum flexibility regardless of platform preference.
Secure, Fast and Built to Last
With the Keypad 2 NFC, a home can now be accessed in five different ways: via Apple Home Key, Samsung Digital Home Key, Tap to Unlock in Nuki App mode, fingerprint, or a personalised access code. The new Keypad can store up to 20 fingerprints, 35 Tap-to-Unlock keys, and 200 access codes. While the range of access options continues to grow, Nuki’s high standards for data security, simplicity, and durability remain unchanged. Every single entry to your home – whether by tap, fingerprint, or access code – is protected by end-to-end encryption. The Austrian company relies on the same proven encryption standards used in payment systems. As with all Nuki products, the new Keypad upholds the highest level of data security: all Nuki access data is stored locally, while cloud usage remains optional. Installation is as simple as ever: mounting is completed in minutes using adhesive strips or screws – entirely without complex wiring. The Nuki Keypad 2 NFC is designed for durability: manufactured in Europe, it is reliably protected against dust and moisture in accordance with the international IP54 standard. The power supply is built to last as well. In the Nuki setup, the Keypad and Smart Lock are not permanently connected, making the system particularly energy-efficient and ensuring operation for at least twelve months.
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