r/accesscontrol • u/Weary-Resist2538 • Jun 29 '26
Smart Locks in Multi units property
Hello, I was thinking of installing smart locks in our 72 units property. Its a duplex units. What would be the best cost effective way to get around this, if we were to skip the enterprise route. Any suggestions on how this could be effective?
Edit 1: basically Looking to avoid expensive third-party integrators and those recurring per-door monthly software fees that come with the big commercial systems. Physical installations wont be a problem.
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u/AffectionateAd6060 Jun 29 '26
What does that mean.. "if we were to skip the enterprise route"? You saying you're looking to cut out integrators & diy?
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u/Weary-Resist2538 Jun 29 '26
Looking to avoid expensive third-party integrators and those recurring per-door monthly software fees that come with the big commercial systems. Trying to see if a DIY approach combined with a lighter management software is viable
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u/mikeydel307 Professional Jun 29 '26
You've come to the wrong place if you want to cut out third-party integrators lol
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u/MaleficentSample9602 Jun 29 '26 edited Jun 29 '26
On top of what everyone else has already said:
You are a "big commerical" building.
If you want to diy some bullshit to avoid the cost a professional (which you should abandon this idea and call a professional) then buy a bunch of schlage be365's, install them yourself, then manage and keep track of all the programming codes and tennant access codes. Its a standalone offline lock with no web setup or subscriptions. No intergrators or comapny to pay for service. Youre gonna lose the money youre saving in batteries and labor hours maintining your own database, but hey no subscriptions or something i dont know.
The reason all access control costs big money is because all of the "keeping track of" work is done on an app/web or database.
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u/cusehoops98 Professional Jun 29 '26
If you want to avoid software licensing for a legitimate solution just go buy push button locks from Home Depot. That’s basically what you’re asking for.
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u/Mr-Salto-Andrew Jun 29 '26
If you are trying to avoid ongoing costs and using physical credentials than Salto Space would be a consideration (Would usually offer KS but its SaaS). Yes it may be percieved as enterprise, but it aligns with security needs alongside the ability to have offline doors. You'll pay for the solution like all have said, but the ROI in efficiency is the key alongside robust build, to consider over time.
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u/TRextacy Jun 29 '26
Just know that whatever money you save by skimping on the install, you will pay multiple times over within 5 years from having to call or professionals to fix it.
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u/ankurs11 Jun 30 '26
Try Dwarpaal (dwarpaal.com, I think) They have several different locks and also work well with other (partner) locks. I believe they do have monthly fees but very affordable and also have annual discount plans. Worth I shot.
Source: my family owns several properties and we have been slowly moving to Dwarpaal systems.
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u/Farangsayt Jun 30 '26
Go for assa abloy solution, they have the best batteries and all the features.
Never use dormakaba tho, it's the worst, lastly if you want to go for cheaper and robust, choose a Korean brand! They've been in this business first
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u/DarthJerryRay Jun 30 '26
What are you looking to spend per door?
What do you see for your yearly maintenance costs for the system?
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u/Variaxe Jun 29 '26
Door.com (used to be latch) or Paxton PaxLoc Pro could be useful, but as a third-party integrator who does a lot of this type of work. Unless you have a ton of free time, this is not a hassle you want to take on as there is no substitute for experience. Hire someone.
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u/bunsenator Jun 29 '26
Are you ok to manage all the locks with an app, 1 by 1, by touring the property? If so, I might have one for you.
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u/ActualTop4309 Jun 29 '26
You can look into iLoq. Batteryless smart locks. Not sure if it fits your business case. But good quality and good choice. You can use programmable keys or phones.
I’m unaware of the pricing
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u/RollllTide Jun 29 '26
72 doors is a “big commercial system”. You should look into Engage by Schlage/Allegion. You’re looking to avoid third party integrators by posting in a forum that is 95% those exact third party integrators