The Philips 5000 Touchless Smart Lock With Facial Recognition Is Now on Sale for $213.
Smart locks have become increasingly experimental lately, but most still rely on fingerprints, keypads, or phone apps, which can feel ineffective in everyday use—for example, fingerprint scanners that stop working properly when your hands are wet or dirty. The Philips 5000 Series Palm Recognition Lock seems to have been designed with these small, everyday inconveniences in mind. Instead of pressing buttons or touching your phone, you simply place your palm on the sensor, and the door unlocks. It sounds a bit overkill at first, but it actually makes sense when you imagine carrying groceries, juggling coffee, or trying to quickly get inside without digging through your pockets. It’s currently on sale for $212.49 on StackSocial , which is roughly in line with other more expensive smart locks but offers a unique approach to keyless entry.
In everyday use, the convenience features are far more effective than the marketing hype surrounding palm recognition. The lock connects directly to 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi without the need for a separate hub, allowing remote access directly from the Philips Home Access app. You can check the lock’s status, remotely manage access, and receive notifications when entering or leaving. It also supports Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, making it easy to remotely lock the door at night or check if it’s been left open. Furthermore, the built-in door position sensor can determine whether the door is actually closed, rather than just reporting the lock’s status, so you don’t have to waste time wondering if you locked the door properly when leaving.
While palm recognition sounds futuristic, some people may prefer a standard fingerprint scanner or keypad simply because it feels more familiar. For this reason, Philips includes a backup keypad with tamper-evident security and a PIN code, as well as built-in encryption that stores biometric data directly on the lock rather than in the cloud. And since it runs on four AA batteries and is always connected to Wi-Fi, its long-term performance will largely depend on how often the Wi-Fi features are enabled. Furthermore, this lock’s IP54 weather protection rating should be suitable for most entryways, although it’s more suitable for indoor entrances than fully open outdoor gates. The Philips 5000 Series lock is discounted at StackSocial for a limited time or while supplies last.