Smart Lock Wi-Fi Gateway - Remote Access Hub for Sifely Smart Door Lock, Works with App & Alexa (Model G2, Supports 2.4G Wi-Fi Only)

I bought this gateway to connect my Sifely smart lock and it has worked perfectly. 🔐✨ The installation was very simple, it only took a few minutes to configure with the app and connect to Wi-Fi. Now I can control the lock remotely, see who is coming and going, and even open the door from my phone when visitors arrive. I also tested it with Alexa and the integration is fluid, it responds quickly to voice commands

Excellent product, you need to be patient to install it but it works perfectly.

I’m no tech expert beyond the basics, so I cannot get my head around how this works. But it does, and does so really, really well. We installed this in a rental condo that is on ANOTHER CONTINENT. Setup was a snap (make sure your router supports 2.5 mhz) and now I can change lock codes for each new guest and monitor entrances by user. This gadget even shows you the power level of your door lock’s batteries. Is it witchcraft? No idea, but it is an amazing tool and way worth the price to upgrade the functionality of your Sifely digital lock. One note: keep in mind that, if it gets unplugged, the gateway will stop working. Recommend putting it somewhere that’s unlikely to happen.

Let me start with the few downsides. Because of the keypad you have to mount it on top. Is that a problem? ehhhh maybe for some. This is a front door kind of lock so it goes on $900-$4k doors. The frames have cut outs for the latch plates. The top one it usually the dead bolt which doesn't have the lip on the plate. To install the plate with the lip you have to cut a notch for it on top. That means the lower (now the dead bolt plate) has a cut out for the lip that the dead bolt doesn't have. I just colored the notch with a brown marker and it blends fine. I am happy with it, but some people will say "I spent 4 grand on a door and now it doesn't look perfect." In fairness we have just installed 5 exterior doors and 7 different locks. There was not one of them that did not require some customization to get the plates to fit. Problem two, every once in a while it thinks you are trying to lock the door when you try and use a fingerprint to open it. No idea why. Then you have to use a different method. I mean you have a key fob, a numeric code, wifi or blue tooth with your cell phone, as well as fingerprints or the emergency key. To use the wifi for remote opening you need to buy the optional gateway. Problem three, the fingerprint is not always reliable, or more accurately requires you to place your finger in almost the same orientation as you recorded it in. Usually it takes me 2 or 3 tries to get it. That means like 5 seconds longer to do it. And there are times when your hands are full and that is annoying. What isn’t annoying is that you can put in hundreds of fingerprints, I did four of mine, and you don't need to dig for your key. It is way faster that the numeric entry option. So it is very convenient, I can use what ever hand is free and sometimes the clean hand. So I love it. Problem 4, the key fob lanyard is a stretchy cord that I doubt will last. Problem 5, you can give out all kinds of numbers to friends, family, guest, etc. but it picks them at random, you can change them to your preference only after you have used the assigned number at the lock once. I think this is a pretty weak list of complaints. Not withstanding these few annoyances I love the lock. Things I like about it. It has the best damn instructions I have ever seen! Every set of parts is in a numbered bag linked to the step in the instructions. Every step that could be the least bit confusing has a QR code link to a video on that step. And the instructions are clear. This thing was a dream to install. All the parts were made to make assembly a breeze. Joy 2, I have mentioned the multiple ways to open it. Joy 3 if you have the gateway it sends you a list in the app of when the door is used, who and how. Joy 4 There is a security switch to lock it so there is no external opening except with the emergency key. Conversely it locks behind you and the door unlocked window settings only go to 6 minutes, zero if you opened from inside. Joy 5 you can program open times during the day from the app. That said fingerprint open is so easy having it lock after you walk out is not much of an inconvenience. Joy 6 it looks nice and talks to you. Joy 7 by far the best value, feature rich lock out there. Joy 8 it looks solid as a rock. Joy 9 setting up the finger prints has you read your fingerprint 3 times for each one. It was effortless. Highly recommended. I only marked it down because some people will find some of the challenges mentioned a concern.

This remote connection hub was easy to set up and install. However, I'm NOT a big fan of the lock itself because it takes 5-10 tries for it to recognize your fingerprint. The other thing that I liked was that this unit could also be paired with a GEEKSMART lock... But it would not pair to both locks at the same time. I read somewhere that this could control more than 1 lock but maybe they have to be the same brand... Overall I would recommend this unit but I just wish I would have bought a different lock altogether.

First problem: you make this thing discoverable by unplugging it and plugging it back in. There's a security issue there. I could turn the power off and on to my house real quick and have a minute or so after that to be able to connect to this and have full control over unlocking my door from the outside without having ever connected to it before. There should be a hard reset button the actual device to achieve this result instead of just disconnecting power. Because of this (and it's performance over the last 6 months) I've decided to not keep using this device. The connectivity of this device is off and on and I'm more likely to win a coin toss than to expect the remote unlock/lock functionality to actually work. The app is not good. It lags and sometimes there is 20 seconds between when I touch the screen and when it responds. I've built a few apps over the past decade and I know what it takes to actually design a user interface that is half decent. It should respond within 100ms of touching the screen (even if it's just saying "loading..."). If I were building an app like this for just myself I might cut corners like they did, but since they cut corners on the app (which are relatively cheap to fix) I can't imagine the corners they cut on the actual hardware as well. Devices sits about 30 feet from my main Eero router (I have 2 other routers in my mesh system as well). Very poor connection. My Liftmaster garage door is about 2x the distance from the router and it responds fine every time. Assuming the garage door isn't just magic, I should be able to expect the area inside of the radius of the garage to be "within range" of the router... unless it has a bad antenna. This thing almost never works and then I'll get a random push notification saying my door was unlocked. This is a little disconcerting when I'm working late at 3 AM and the whole house is dark. Plenty of times getting my gun and going to check things out. Glad I live in a small town where nothing happens. You get what you pay for. This thing occasionally works after the headache of setting it up. I wouldn't buy it again though. The actual door lock I use this with (sold separately) is decent though but it's unfortunate I haven't got a good gateway to connect it to wifi.

This device is not necessary for the lock to work, the lock can still be opened without it, but you would have to retrieve access codes and other information while being near the Sifely lock. I do recommend it, though, because it's much more convenient to be able to use the features without having to be physically close. However, there is something very important about this device: the gateway connects only to 2.4 GHz networks. So, please make sure to check that you have a 2.4 GHz network before purchasing.

I recently purchased the Safely Smart Lock Wi-Fi Gateway to complement my existing Safely Smart Lock, and I must say, I'm thoroughly impressed with its performance. This device has truly elevated the functionality and convenience of my smart lock system. I had the Wi-Fi Gateway up and running in a matter of minutes, thanks to the clear and easy-to-follow instructions. It seamlessly integrated with my Safely Smart Lock, and I was able to control and monitor it remotely from my smartphone. The remote access is a plus. I can now lock or unlock my door from anywhere, whether I'm at work, traveling, or even just relaxing on the couch. This level of control and security provides immense peace of mind. The Safely app is user-friendly and offers a variety of features. I appreciate the activity logs, which allow me to track who comes and goes from my home, providing an extra layer of security. Additionally, the app sends instant notifications whenever the lock is used, giving me real-time updates on the status of my front door. Furthermore, the build quality and design of the Wi-Fi Gateway are excellent. It's compact, sleek, and blends seamlessly with my home decor. This Gateway is a must-have accessory for anyone with a Safely Smart Lock. It enhances security, convenience, and peace of mind, all while being incredibly easy to set up and use. I highly recommend it to anyone looking to elevate their home security and smart lock experience.