Veise Smart Lock VE017-L

What to know

When you want to let someone in without handing over a house key, the Veise VE017-L offers several ways to unlock a front door, including a fingerprint, passcode, key fob, or physical key.

Its touchscreen keypad is backlit, and the lock pairs with an app for managing users and sharing codes. The set includes a lever handle.

Ten en cuenta que remote access from anywhere requires the Veise G1 Gateway, which is sold separately. The lock uses four AA batteries, and they are not included.

From the way it is set up, this is a choice for people who want to manage household or guest access, not just replace a traditional deadbolt. The app supports permanent and recurring codes, plus temporary or one-time codes. Auto-lock can be set from 10 to 180 seconds, which may help if the door is often left unlocked after someone comes in. The product also lists IP55 water resistance and an emergency USB-C charging port for a low-battery situation.

Best use cases

This setup may suit a busy household, a home office, or a rental where different people need access at different times. For example, you could share a temporary code with a visitor, then use the app to manage access instead of passing around a spare key. Fingerprint entry is another option for regular users who would rather not enter a code at the door.

A simpler keypad lock may be enough if you only need one shared code and do not care about fingerprints or user management. The VE017-L’s extra access methods are more relevant when you expect to manage multiple people or change who can enter. A solid pick if convenient entry and flexible code sharing matter more than keeping the setup purely mechanical.

Tips for day-to-day use

Set an auto-lock delay that fits how people use the door: a short wait can secure it sooner, while a longer one gives someone time to step outside and return. Keep a physical key accessible as a backup, and pay attention to the low-battery alerts rather than waiting for the lock to run down. If the batteries do run out, the listed USB-C emergency charging port provides another way to power the lock temporarily.

The app can manage fingerprints and codes, and the product description says entry history is available there. For remote control, notifications, and smart-home voice commands through Alexa or Google Assistant, the separate G1 Gateway is required. Without it, do not assume those connected features will work from away from home.

Before you decide

Does it include batteries? No. It takes four AA batteries, which are not included, the listed battery life is up to a year of daily use.

Can you unlock it without the app? Yes. The listed options include fingerprint, passcode, key fob, and a spare physical key.

Does it work with Alexa or Google Assistant on its own? The product description specifies pairing it with the separately sold Veise G1 Gateway for voice commands and remote access.

Is it worth it?

The VE017-L makes the most sense if you will actually use its mix of fingerprint entry, multiple code types, and app-based access management. The backlit keypad, auto-lock settings, and physical-key backup also give people in the home more than one way to get in. It might not be a great match if you want remote access or voice control without buying an additional gateway, or if a basic lock with a single code would cover your needs. Its appeal is the access flexibility, the extra setup and gateway requirement are the trade-offs to weigh.