Smart locks are starting to look less like simple keypad deadbolts and more like mini security systems for your front door. SwitchBot’s newest launch leans hard into that trend with the new SwitchBot Lock Vision Series, which includes the SwitchBot Lock Vision and the higher-end SwitchBot Lock Vision Pro.
The headline feature is something you usually hear about in smartphones, not door locks: 3D structured-light facial recognition. SwitchBot says this is the first smart deadbolt series to use the technology, which creates a detailed 3D map of your face instead of just relying on a standard camera image.
In practical terms, the idea is pretty straightforward. You walk up to your door, the lock recognizes your face, and the door unlocks automatically in under a second. No keys, no fingerprint scan, and no awkward moment of balancing grocery bags while trying to type a code.
According to SwitchBot, the system projects more than 20,000 infrared points to create that facial map, similar to the kind of tech used in flagship smartphones. The company also says the lock is designed to recognize users even when wearing glasses, hats, makeup, or different hairstyles.
While facial recognition is clearly the star of the show, the Lock Vision Series supports a long list of other unlock methods too. That matters because smart lock users usually want backup options when tech decides to have a bad day.
Both models support:
The SwitchBot Lock Vision Pro adds a few extra tricks, including palm vein recognition and a built-in fingerprint reader.
Palm vein recognition sounds futuristic, but it basically scans the vein patterns under your skin using near-infrared light. It can work even when your hands are wet or dirty, which is the kind of oddly specific problem you probably do not think about until you come home after gardening or washing the car.
One thing smart locks still struggle with is trust. People tend to get nervous when their front door depends on batteries, apps, and Wi-Fi. SwitchBot is clearly aware of that and packed several backup systems into the Lock Vision Series.
The locks use what the company calls DualPower and DualBackup systems. There is a built-in 10,000mAh rechargeable battery that SwitchBot says can last up to 12 months under normal use. There is also a secondary CR123A backup battery that can provide up to 500 emergency unlocks if the main battery runs out.
And for anyone who somehow ignores every low-battery warning imaginable, there is also a USB-C emergency power port for temporary power.
The lock uses mmWave radar detection to help conserve power. Instead of constantly running facial recognition, the system activates when someone approaches the door.
Another notable feature is support for Matter-over-WiFi, which allows the locks to work with compatible smart home ecosystems without needing a separate Matter hub.
The Lock Vision Series is designed to work with Apple Home and the company’s wider smart home lineup. Pairing it with the SwitchBot Smart Video Doorbell opens up features like remote unlocking and visitor monitoring. There is also integration with the company’s Wallet Finder Card, which can double as an NFC unlock key. That is actually a pretty practical idea for people who already carry a tracker card in their wallet anyway.
SwitchBot says biometric information is stored locally on the device rather than on third-party platforms. Communication is encrypted using AES-128 encryption, and users cannot manage biometric data through external smart home apps.
The company also built in several security-focused features, including:
The Lock Vision Series carries an IP65 rating for dust and water resistance and is designed to fit most deadbolt locks. The installation takes around 15 minutes using only a screwdriver, which is probably good news for anyone whose toolbox currently contains one lonely screwdriver and several mystery cables.
The SwitchBot Lock Vision Series is launching in North America through the company’s website and Amazon storefronts in the U.S. and Canada.
Pricing starts at:
SwitchBot is also offering a 17 percent discount on its website using the code APAP17, while Amazon listings currently include a $40 coupon.
The bigger picture here is that smart locks are quickly evolving into full-featured entry systems with cameras, biometrics, automation, and smart home integration built in. The SwitchBot Lock Vision Series pushes further into that territory, especially with facial recognition and palm vein scanning becoming part of the front-door experience instead of something limited to phones and office buildings.
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