What Codelocks does

Codelocks International Ltd, founded in 1991 and headquartered in Newbury, United Kingdom, designs, manufactures and distributes a portfolio of standalone keyless door locks and access control products for commercial and domestic end markets. The portfolio is organised across mechanical push-button locks (CL100–CL600), battery-powered electronic locks (CL2000–CL5000), Bluetooth/smartphone-connected smart locks (CL4500, CL5500) and the KitLock locker and cabinet range, with specialist sub-brands covering Marine, Key Secure (key control cabinets), Access (A3 door controllers) and Gate Solutions. Its core proprietary technology is NetCode®, a time-sensitive access code system that can be generated remotely via the Codelocks Connect cloud portal, the Codelocks Connect mobile app, or through a public API exposed to third-party integrators via the Codelocks Developer Programme. The company holds ISO 9001 factory accreditation, CE marking on fire-rated and access control ranges, and operates under GDPR-compliant data processing practices.

Revenue is generated primarily through one-time unit hardware sales with pricing that ranges from £11.70 for PINGuard™ privacy indicators up to £638.20 for the CL4500 Smart Glass Door Lock, supported by accessories, replacement parts and a small professional services stream from trade training (such as the On The Road Locks programme). Distribution is multi-channel: direct e-commerce through codelocks.co.uk, B2B trade sales through locksmiths and installers, major resellers, OEM partnerships, and an international distributor network anchored by regional offices in the United States, the Netherlands and Australia that serve EMEA, North America and APAC.

Codelocks is privately held by founder Desmond Ryan and is operated as Codelocks International Ltd (England, company number 02627655) with wholly-owned subsidiaries in the United States, the Netherlands and Australia; the company is bootstrapped with no disclosed external equity or debt funding rounds. The customer base is broad and distributed across facilities and estates managers in gyms, schools, hospitals, data centres and offices, short-term rental property hosts, domestic homeowners, locksmiths and installers, with only a handful of named reference customers such as North Devon Hospice, St Andrews Links Trust, the Master Locksmiths Association and the Guild of Architectural Ironmongers.

Name

Codelocks

Legal name

Codelocks International Ltd

Website

https://codelocks.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1991

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Codelocks International Ltd designs, manufactures and distributes standalone mechanical, electronic and smart keyless door and locker locks for commercial facilities, residential properties and trade installers across EMEA, North America and APAC.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electronic Access Control Hardware

akta.pro primary industry

Commercial-Grade Access for Small Businesses (Light Commercial Entry Systems) (HSAHAEAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Residential Smart Lock Hardware (Keypad, Keyless, Biometric, Connected) (HSAHAEAA), Smart Lock Software Platforms & Mobile Apps (Access Control SaaS) (HSAHAEAG), Key Management, Duplication & Locksmith Services (HSAHAEAD), Architectural Hardware & Door Controls (Hinges, Locks, Closers, Panic Devices) (IMADAIAI)

Keywords

• Keyless door locks
• Electronic access control
• Locker cabinet locks
• Smart lock solutions
• Mechanical keypad locks

Headquarters

HQ city

Newbury

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices5 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Mechanical and Electronic Lock Hardware Sales: One-time hardware sales of mechanical locks, electronic locks, and smart locks to commercial and domestic customers through direct web sales, locksmiths, installers, and resellers.
2. KitLock Locker Lock Hardware Sales: Sales of KitLock locker locks and cabinet locks for gyms, schools, hospitals, data centres, and offices.
3. Accessories and Spares: Sales of replacement parts, accessories, and add-on products.
4. Training and Support Services: Industry-specific training courses for locksmiths and facilities managers, including on-site 'On The Road Locks with Codelocks' training.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Codelocks designs, manufactures, and distributes standalone keyless door locks and locker/cabinet locks across mechanical, electronic, and smart product categories. The portfolio centres on proprietary NetCode® technology for time-sensitive temporary access codes, with battery-powered electronic locks and Bluetooth/smartphone-enabled smart locks managed remotely via the Codelocks Connect App, web portal, and API.

Product overview

Codelocks designs and distributes a portfolio of innovative, standalone keyless door locks and access control products. The product range spans multiple categories: Mechanical Locks (CL100-CL600) offering push-button keyless entry; Electronic Locks (CL2000-CL5000) providing digital access with battery power; Smart Locks (CL4500, CL5500) with app integration for connected environments; and KitLock by Codelocks (KL series) for locker and cabinet applications. Key technologies include NetCode® for time-sensitive temporary access codes and Codelocks Connect for remote management via portal and mobile app. Sub-brands include Marine by Codelocks (marine-grade variants), Key Secure by Codelocks (key cabinets), Access by Codelocks (door controllers), and Gate Solutions by Codelocks. Products are available through direct sales, locksmiths, installers, and major resellers. Factories are ISO9001 accredited.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• KitLock by Codelocks: Stylish and convenient alternative to traditional locks and keys offering keypad and smartcard options to secure lockers and cabinets. NetCode and Smart ranges offer online access code generation and API access for third-party integration.
• Access by Codelocks
• Key Secure by Codelocks
• Marine by Codelocks

Products and services

• Mechanical Locks Push-button mechanical keyless locks including CL100, CL200, CL400, CL500, and CL600 models. Standalone locks that are easy to fit and programme, suitable for new installs and retrofits across commercial and domestic applications. Backed by limited lifetime warranty.
• Electronic Locks Battery-powered digital electronic locks including CL2000, CL4000, and CL5000 models that perform functions previously only available in hard-wired systems. Designed for easy on-door programming without removal and retrofit-friendly installation.
• Smart Locks Connected smart locks including CL4500 Smart Glass Door Lock and CL5500 that integrate with apps and software for modern self-service and shared-use environments, including smartphone-enabled remote management.
• KitLock by Codelocks Stylish keyless locker and cabinet locks using keypad codes, RFID cards/fobs, or NetCode® technology as an alternative to traditional key-operated locks. Includes Electronic KitLock, Mechanical KitLock, and NetCode® variants (KL10, KL15, KL20, KL1000 G3, KL1100 RFID, KL1200, KL90 Nano) for gyms, schools, hospitals, offices, and data centres.
• Marine by Codelocks Marine-grade lock range including CL200 Marine, CL400 Marine, CL500 Marine, CL600 Marine and CL510/CL515 Marine Tubular Mortice Latch, designed for harsh marine environments.
• Key Secure by Codelocks
• Access by Codelocks
• Gate Solutions by Codelocks Gate and fence access solutions including Universal Latch Strike, XtraD Gate Lock (heavy-duty electronic lock with NetCode® and API), Adjustable Gate Latch, and Surface Latch for secured perimeters and outdoor areas.
• Patented Key Cylinders
• Fire Rated Lock Range
• Aluminium Door Locks
• Glass Door Locks
• PINGuard™ by Codelocks
• Codelocks Connect Cloud-based platform for remote access management of connected Codelocks locks, available via web portal and mobile app (Codelocks Connect App). Enables remote generation of NetCode® time-sensitive codes and lock management.
• CL5000 DND Electronic Privacy Lock
• KitLockNano KL90 Compact digital locker lock with stronger build, smarter design, and dual-function capability including key override. Retains ultra-small footprint and is ideal for lockers, cabinets, and drawers in workplaces, sports facilities, and hotels.

Quantifiable outcome

• Products can be returned, repaired, reused and recycled - supporting circular economy
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• CES (Customer Electronics Services)coreTechnology or IntegrationCodelocks and CES partnered to provide Patented Key Cylinders, combining flexibility and control in access management. This partnership enables enhanced key cylinder solutions alongside Codelocks' existing lock portfolio.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Allegion: Major access control incumbent owning Schlage, Von Duprin, and other lock brands; addresses overlapping commercial and institutional lock and access control needs as Codelocks.
• Assa Abloy: World's largest lock and access control group with brands like Yale, Medeco, and HID; competes across the mechanical, electronic, and smart lock categories where Codelocks operates.
• dormakaba: Global access control and door hardware incumbent with electronic locks, key systems, and enterprise access platforms serving the same commercial, hospitality, and institutional buyers as Codelocks.
• ABUS: European security hardware brand offering mechanical and electronic locks, padlocks, and access control products with comparable distribution into locksmiths, trade, and DIY channels.

Direct peers

• Salto Systems: Salto is a direct peer in electronic and smart access control, offering battery-powered and networked electronic locks, mobile credentials, and management software for commercial and institutional customers globally.
• Burg-Wächter: German manufacturer of mechanical and electronic door and locker locks, including keypad and electronic safe locks, with overlapping product categories and European trade distribution.
• Lockey (by Security Man): Direct peer in mechanical and electronic push-button keypad locks for doors, gates, and lockers, serving similar residential, commercial, and small-business use cases as Codelocks' CL and KL lines.

Emerging players

• igloohome: Smart lock maker focused on time-sensitive PIN codes and Airbnb/short-stay rental use cases, directly comparable to Codelocks' NetCode® proposition and connected CL4500/CL5500 smart locks.
• Nuki Home Solutions: European smart lock retrofit specialist with app-based and API access management, comparable to Codelocks' smart lock range and Codelocks Connect platform in small-business and residential use cases.
• Digitech (by Kaba / dormakaba): Specialist in mechanical push-button combination locks for doors and lockers, closely overlapping with Codelocks' mechanical CL series and KitLock range.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/CodelocksInc

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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