So, I finally got my hands on the ULTRALOQ Bolt Fingerprint Smart Lock, and boy, do I have thoughts.

First off, the installation was a breeze. Like, 10 minutes with a screwdriver, and I was done. No wiring, no headaches—just pure DIY satisfaction.

The fingerprint unlock? Super cool when it works. But let’s be real: it’s a bit finicky. Cold weather? Forget about it. Sometimes it feels like my thumb is a stranger to this lock.

Now, the Wi-Fi issues… ugh. Constant disconnects drove me nuts. I even created a dedicated 2.4GHz SSID (because apparently, 5GHz is a no-go), but nope—still dropping like bad connections at a coffee shop.

On the bright side: the app is pretty slick. Managing access codes? Easy. Real-time notifications? Handy. And voice control with Siri/Alexa? Feels straight out of a sci-fi movie (when it cooperates).

Battery life is solid—8 AAs last forever—but when those red lights start flashing erratically? Panic mode activated.

Final verdict: It’s got potential, but until they iron out the kinks (looking at you, Wi-Fi), it’s more of a “cool toy” than a “must-have” smart lock.