Veise Keyless Entry Deadbolt KS01C

A key-only deadbolt is simple, but it can be awkward when family members or visitors need access at different times. The Veise KS01C adds keypad entry and temporary codes to a deadbolt-and-knob set.

Its appeal is practical: you can share a one-time code instead of hiding a spare key, then use the included keys as backup. The backlit keypad also makes code entry easier to see at night.

Keep in mind that the listing describes keypad and key access, not app-based or remote unlocking. If controlling a lock from your phone is essential, this isn’t presented as that kind of system.

What matters most

The KS01C supports up to 20 user codes, one master code, two backup keys, and unlimited one-time passwords that delete themselves after use. That setup is useful for a household with recurring users and occasional visitors. For example, you could give a dog walker a one-time code for a scheduled visit rather than leave a key outside.

Auto-lock can engage 10–99 seconds after the door closes, while holding any keypad key for two seconds triggers one-touch locking. Inside, the knob locks or unlocks the door. Anti-peep entry lets you add random digits before or after your code, and ten consecutive incorrect attempts trigger a three-minute keypad lockout.

The lock also has passage mode for keeping the door unlocked during a gathering, vacation mode to disable user codes, and silent mode for quieter entry. These options offer more control than a basic keyed deadbolt, though they add settings you’ll need to choose and manage.

How to use it

Set up the codes you need and choose whether auto-lock should secure the door after it closes. For a guest who only needs access once, issue a one-time password, for normal household use, assign a user code. The two included keys provide another way in if the batteries run down, and a red indicator warns when power is low.

The lock uses four AA batteries, which the listing says can last over a year. It is rated IP54 and has a stated operating range of -31°F to 158°F. Those details may matter for an exposed entry, but they don’t replace checking whether your particular door and installation conditions suit the hardware.

Practical tips

Before ordering, compare your door with the listed fit requirements: 1-3/8″–2″ thick, with a 2-1/8″ hole. The set is described as fitting most standard U.S. left- and right-handed doors and includes two knobs. Installation is described as screwdriver-only, with a manual and video guide, still, the fit measurements are the key detail to check first.

For everyday use, auto-lock is helpful if the door is often left unsecured, while passage mode makes more sense when people are coming and going during a party. The lock is ANSI/BHMA Grade 3 certified, but the details provided don’t establish how it compares with higher-grade hardware for a particularly demanding entry.

It makes sense if you want keypad access, temporary guest codes, and physical key backup in one front-door set. It might not be a great match if your priority is phone control or you need a lock for a door outside the listed dimensions.

Practical doubts

Can a visitor use the lock without receiving a permanent code? Yes. The listing says it supports one-time passwords that automatically delete after use.

What happens if the batteries die? Two backup keys are included, and a red indicator is said to warn before the batteries run low.

Can the door stay unlocked temporarily? Yes. Passage mode disables auto-lock, which can be useful during a gathering, vacation mode, by contrast, disables user codes.

Is it worth it?

The KS01C is worth considering when you want to stop handing out spare keys but still value a physical backup. Its combination of recurring user codes, one-time access, auto-lock, and a knob set suits a busy household or an entry used by occasional helpers. The decision is less compelling if you’re looking for remote access or don’t want to manage codes and modes. Check the door measurements before choosing it, a feature-rich keypad won’t help if the hardware doesn’t fit.