Imagine never having to fumble for your keys again, or worry about whether you locked the door behind you. That's the promise of smart locks, and the Desloc Smart Lock D110 Plus aims to deliver on that promise in style. But here's where it gets controversial: with so many smart locks on the market, is the D110 Plus worth its $159.99 price tag? Let's dive in and find out.
The Desloc D110 Plus is a Wi-Fi-enabled smart lock that offers a plethora of unlocking options, catering to various user preferences. Whether you prefer the convenience of a fingerprint scanner, the familiarity of a touch screen keypad, the simplicity of an IC card, or the traditional reliability of a physical key, this lock has you covered. It also integrates seamlessly with popular voice assistants like Alexa and Google Assistant, allowing for hands-free control. But this is the part most people miss: while the D110 Plus is feature-rich, it faces stiff competition from the likes of the Ultraloq Bolt Fingerprint, which, at $199.99 (often discounted to $139.99), boasts compatibility with almost all smart home platforms and a similar array of authentication methods, earning it our Editors' Choice for smart locks.
Design and Features: A Blend of Elegance and Durability
Available in classic black or sleek silver, the D110 Plus features a robust aluminum-alloy enclosure with an IP54 weatherproof rating, ensuring it can withstand dust and rain. This lock is a complete assembly designed to fit doors ranging from 1-3/8 to 2 inches thick with a 2-1/8-inch hole diameter. The package includes everything you need for installation: interior and exterior escutcheons, mounting hardware, strike plates, two physical keys, two IC cards, and a comprehensive user manual. Power is supplied by four AA batteries, which can last up to six months, though you'll need to provide these yourself as they're not included.
The exterior escutcheon measures 6.1 by 2.9 by 1.1 inches (HWD) and features a backlit touch-screen keypad with numbered buttons, a lock/unlock button, and a menu button for programming without the mobile app. Above the keypad, a small embedded screen displays essential information such as Wi-Fi signal strength, battery life, and the success or failure of unlock attempts. Positioned between this screen and the keypad is a fingerprint scanner, while a traditional keyway sits below the keypad. The D110 Plus can store up to 50 fingerprint profiles and 100 PIN codes, and you can program the two included IC cards for specific user access. A USB-C port on the bottom edge provides emergency power options if the batteries fail—a feature also found in locks like the $159.99 Yale Assure Lock 2.
The interior escutcheon, measuring 6.2 by 2.7 by 1.1 inches (HWD), includes a thumb-turn knob for manual operation. Behind a removable cover, you'll find the battery compartment and a reset button to restore factory settings.
Software and Settings: Customizable Access and Enhanced Security
The D110 Plus is managed via the Desloc mobile app, available for both iOS and Android devices. The app's My Devices screen displays the lock's status, Wi-Fi signal strength, and battery level. Tapping the lock's panel reveals detailed controls, including a lock/unlock slider, access logs, and additional settings. The Assign Access tab allows you to create users, assign PIN codes, register fingerprints, and program IC cards. You can grant visitors Always (24/7) or One-Pass (one-time) access, or set up specific access schedules.
The Settings tab is where the D110 Plus truly shines, offering features like Vacation mode, Auto-Lock, and customizable timers. It also includes advanced security options such as Anti-Peeping Passcodes, which let you add random digits to your PIN to thwart onlookers, and Failed Attempt Protection, which triggers a three-minute lockdown after a set number of incorrect attempts. The Anti-Hijacking feature is particularly noteworthy, allowing you to create a passcode or register a fingerprint that sends alerts to all linked users and a designated emergency contact in case of unauthorized access.
While the D110 Plus integrates with Alexa and Google Assistant, the Ultraloq Bolt Fingerprint offers broader compatibility, including Apple HomeKit, IFTTT, and Samsung SmartThings.
Installation and Performance: Seamless Setup, Reliable Operation
Installing the D110 Plus is straightforward, comparable to installing a traditional deadbolt. After removing my old lock, I installed the deadbolt assembly and strike plate, attached the exterior escutcheon to the mounting plate, and connected the data cables between the interior and exterior components. The final steps involved downloading the Desloc app, creating an account, and scanning the QR code on the battery cover to pair the lock with the app. Setting up a passcode and registering a fingerprint completed the process.
In testing, the D110 Plus performed flawlessly. Fingerprint scans were quick and accurate, the keypad was responsive and well-lit, and all security features, including One-Pass access, user schedules, and Anti-Hijacking, worked as intended. The lock also responded instantly to Alexa voice commands, and my automation routine with a Reolink Elite Floodlight functioned perfectly.
Final Thoughts: A Solid Contender with Room for Debate
The Desloc Smart Lock D110 Plus is a robust, feature-rich smart lock that offers excellent value for its price. However, the Ultraloq Bolt Fingerprint's broader compatibility and similar feature set make it a strong competitor. Which one would you choose? Do you prioritize extensive smart home integration, or is the D110 Plus's balance of features and affordability more appealing? Let us know in the comments—we'd love to hear your thoughts!
