Veise Smart Door Knob Lock VE018

Households sharing a front door, bedroom, or home office may appreciate having more ways to get in than a traditional key. The Veise VE018 combines fingerprint, keypad, app, fob, and mechanical-key access in a matte black door knob lock.

It also puts guest access and entry management in the app, so you can assign or remove permissions rather than pass around a spare key.

The trade-off is setup and upkeep: it runs on four AA batteries, which are not included, and the supplied details don’t establish whether it fits your door.

Best use cases

This lock is aimed at homes and other properties where different people need access at different times. A family member could use a fingerprint, while a house sitter or cleaner gets a password that can be shared or managed in the app. The listing describes permanent, recurring, one-time, and duration-based codes, along with access logs showing who unlocked the door and when.

For a quick everyday arrival, the fingerprint reader is advertised to recognize a stored print in 0.2 seconds, with capacity for up to 20 fingerprints. A backlit keypad is another option when it’s dark, and mechanical keys provide a separate way to unlock the door. That range of entry methods is more flexible than a keypad-only lock, though it does mean there are several access settings to manage.

Product specs

The VE018 supports fingerprint, Bluetooth app control, keypad codes, IC cards, remote authorization, shared passwords, and mechanical keys. The product description says it can store more than 100 codes and more than 100 fobs. It lists ANSI Grade 3 compliance and BHMA certifications, 128-bit AES encryption, local data storage, alerts after multiple failed attempts, and protection against electromagnetic pulses.

Auto-lock timing can be set from 10 to 180 seconds in the app. The lock uses four AA/LR6 alkaline batteries, sold separately, and the listing claims up to 16 months of battery life. A low-battery alert and Type-C emergency power port are included, along with two backup keys. Battery life will depend on actual use, so treat the stated duration as a reference rather than a guarantee.

App features include managing users and credentials, checking lock status, viewing activity logs, and setting access schedules. The description lists iOS and Android support. Alexa and Google Assistant voice control, remote control from anywhere, and real-time notifications require the separately sold Veise G1 Gateway, they aren’t standalone features of the lock.

Where it shines

Its strongest use case is a door with changing visitors: you can create a code for a guest, then adjust or remove that access instead of collecting a physical key. Anti-peeping keypad entry lets you add random digits before or after the real code, which can make it harder for someone nearby to spot the password. Indoor one-touch locking adds a straightforward way to secure the door from inside.

What matters more to you: a simple keypad, or being able to manage several types of access? The VE018 leans toward flexibility and activity tracking. In return, you’ll need to keep track of battery status and decide how you want to manage fingerprints, cards, fobs, and codes. The product details don’t provide door-preparation dimensions or a confirmed fit range, so they aren’t enough to establish compatibility with a particular door.

When it makes sense

It’s a great fit if you want keyless entry for a shared household or rental-style setup and expect to use guest codes, fingerprints, or app-based access management. It may not suit you if you want a basic lock with no batteries, app setup, or ongoing credential management. If remote voice control is part of your plan, include the separate gateway in your decision, if it isn’t, the lock’s local keypad, fingerprint, card, and key options remain the main reasons to consider it.