What KEYINCODE does

KEYINCODE LLC is a North Reading, Massachusetts-based designer and supplier of mechanical and electronic access control products sold under the KIC brand, founded in 2017 and operating with 1-10 employees. The company provides keyless entry locksets, exit devices, exit trims, and access control accessories that span standalone PIN-only locks to BLE- and Wi-Fi-enabled smart locks with cloud-managed credentialing, serving commercial offices, education and healthcare facilities, multi-family residential, retail, and single-family/rental owners.

The product portfolio is organized across several tiers: standalone pin code locks (KIC5210, KIC5230, KIC5250/55/60, KIC6280 ANSI Grade 1), BLE- and Wi-Fi-enabled smart locks (KIC2500 edge controller, KIC5210 WB, KIC5510/5550/5555/5560/6580 KWB series, KIC3500 residential), the commercial KIC Crusader Series (Grade 1, Grade 2, mortise, interconnected, exit trim), and the new KIC9500 narrow stile aluminum storefront lockset (2026). Core technology includes BLE v4.2/v5.2, 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi (IEEE 802.11 b/g/n), MIFARE Classic 1K RFID, AES-256/TLS 1.2 encryption, and KoreLock IoT cloud management with the SimpleAccess platform - integrated with Wiegand-compatible access readers and supporting up to ~4,000 offline events. The portfolio carries BHMA, ANSI/BHMA A156.2-2017 and A156.25-2018, ADA, Buy American Act, and UL fire ratings (3hr, 20-min, 45-min), alongside FCC Part 15 compliance.

Revenue is generated primarily through unit-priced hardware sales (range $179-$1,499 across locksets, exit devices, and door closers, plus $4.40 RFID credentials and accessories), supplemented by OEM manufacturing partnerships with two ISO 9002 plants whose products are sold under multiple recognizable industry trade brands across North America, Europe, and Australia, and by professional services for specification support. Distribution runs through direct e-commerce and phone sales, distributor/dealer networks, and OEM channels, with technical support operated Mon-Fri 8am-4pm ET. Recent strategic moves include partnerships with KoreLock (2025) and Wi-Charge (2026) and product launches at the ALOA Convention.

Name

KEYINCODE

Legal name

KEYINCODE LLC

Website

https://keyincode.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

KEYINCODE LLC designs and supplies mechanical and electronic access control products (smart locks with BLE/Wi-Fi, standalone PIN locks, exit devices, RFID credentials) for commercial offices, education, healthcare, multi-family, retail, and residential customers across North America, Europe, and Australia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Electronic Access Control Hardware

NAICS

Hardware Retailers (44414), Navigational, Measuring, Electromedical, and Control Instruments Manufacturing (33451)

SIC

Cutlery, Handtools & General Hardware (3420), Electronic & Other Electrical Equipment (No Computer Equip) (3600)

akta.pro primary industry

Residential Smart Lock Hardware (Keypad, Keyless, Biometric, Connected) (HSAHAEAA)

akta.pro secondary industry

Architectural Hardware & Door Controls (Hinges, Locks, Closers, Panic Devices) (IMADAIAI)

Keywords

• Electronic access control
• Smart door locks
• Exit hardware devices
• Pin code locksets
• Keyless entry systems

Headquarters

HQ city

North Reading

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

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. Hardware Sales: Primary revenue stream from selling electronic and mechanical access control products including smart locks, PIN code locks, exit devices, exit trims, and accessories. Products sold directly through website and via sales team.
2. OEM & Manufacturing Partnerships: Manufacturing hundreds of thousands of mechanical and electronic keyless entry and escape hardware products sold under various recognizable industry trade brands through OEM partnerships.
3. Professional Services: Technical support and application consulting services for unique application support and specification support for commercial projects.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

KEYINCODE manufactures and sells electronic and mechanical access control hardware, including BLE- and Wi-Fi-enabled smart locksets, PIN-code-only locksets, edge controllers, MIFARE card readers, mechanical and motorized exit devices, door closers, and low-energy door operators. The product portfolio targets commercial facilities such as offices, schools, hospitals, and multi-family properties, with a smaller residential line, and is supported by credential media (cards, fobs, stickers) and accessories.

Product overview

KEYINCODE is a provider of mechanical and electronic access control products sold under the KIC brand, encompassing a portfolio of smart locks, standalone pin code locks, exit hardware, and access control accessories. The product lineup includes: (1) BLE & Wi-Fi enabled smart locks — the KIC9500 narrow stile lockset (new 2026), KIC Crusader Series (Grade 1 and Grade 2 cylindrical, mortise, interconnected, and exit trim variants), KIC5500/KIC5510/KIC5550/KIC5555/KIC5560/KIC6580/KIC4510/KIC5210 WB series with BLE and Wi-Fi connectivity, KIC3500 residential smart lock, and KIC2500 edge controller with MIFARE card readers; (2) pin code only locks — KIC5210, KIC5230, KIC5250, KIC5255, KIC5260, and KIC6280 ANSI Grade 1; (3) mechanical and electronic exit hardware — KIC1000, KIC3000, KIC5500, GLS 1000, and KIC8500 series exit devices with compatible trims; (4) accessories — MIFARE RFID credentials (cards, fobs, stickers), KIC ANSI Grade 1 door closers, wrap-around reinforcement plates, power supply kits, and Sigma Automatics SA-300 automatic door operators. The offering spans standalone keypad locks to cloud-connected IoT-enabled smart locks, sold across North America, Europe, and Australia.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• KIC9500 Narrow Stile BLE & Wi-Fi Enabled Lockset Grade 1 narrow stile electronic lockset with BLE and Wi-Fi connectivity, designed for storefront aluminum and glass doors in commercial, retail, and office applications. Enables cloud-managed electronic access via the KoreLock IoT platform.
• KIC Crusader Series Grade 1 Cylindrical Lockset Heavy-duty Grade 1 cylindrical electronic lockset with BLE and Wi-Fi connectivity for high-traffic commercial interior and exterior doors. Designed for offices, schools, healthcare facilities, and multi-family common areas.
• KIC Crusader Series Grade 2 Cylindrical Lockset
• KIC Crusader Series Mortise Lockset
• KIC Crusader Series Interconnected Lockset
• KIC Crusader Series Exit Trim
• KIC2500 KWB Wi-Fi Enabled Edge Controller
• KIC2500 Narrow Stile MIFARE Card Reader 6.2
• KIC2500 Single Gang Box MIFARE Card Reader 6.4
• KIC5510 KWB BLE & Wi-Fi Enabled Lockset with Tubular Latch
• KIC5210 WB BLE & Wi-Fi Enabled Lockset
• KIC5210 Pin Code Only Lockset (Tubular Latch)
• KIC5230 Dual Keypad Pin Code Lockset
• KIC5250 Pin Code Lockset with Mortise Body
• KIC5255 Pin Code Lockset Mortise Latch with Auto-Deadbolt
• KIC5260 Pin Code Lockset & Lever Control Kit for Exit Devices
• KIC6280 Pin Code Lock with Cylindrical Chassis
• KIC3500 WB Series Residential Grade Lock
• KIC4510 KWB BLE & Wi-Fi Enabled Lockset with Tubular Latch
• KIC5550 KWB BLE & Wi-Fi Enabled Lockset with Mortise Lock Body
• KIC5555 KWB BLE & Wi-Fi Enabled Lockset with Mortise Latch & Auto-Deadbolt
• KIC5560 KWB Lockset & Lever Control Kit for Exit Devices
• KIC6580 KWB BLE & Wi-Fi Enabled Lockset
• KIC1000 Series Heavy Duty Exit Device
• KIC3000 Series Compact Exit Device
• KIC5500 Series Modern Head Exit Device
• KIC GLS 1000 Series Narrow Stile Exit Device
• KIC8500 Series Fire Rated Rim Exit Device
• KIC MIFARE Card
• KIC MIFARE Fob
• KIC MIFARE Sticker
• KIC ANSI Grade 1 Door Closer
• Sigma Automatics SA-300 Series Low Energy Door Operator

Quantifiable outcome

• No additional infrastructure required for standalone locks - access information carried within PIN code
• +1 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Wi-ChargecoreTechnology or Integration · 18 March 2026KEYINCODE has partnered with Wi-Charge, a company focused on over-the-air wireless power, to explore battery-free smart door lock technology. This collaboration aims to demonstrate how a battery-free smart door lock can eliminate the need for batteries or wiring in access control solutions, representing an innovative advancement in access control technology.
• KoreLockcoreTechnology or Integration · 4 August 2025KEYINCODE partnered with KoreLock to develop the electronic KIC Smart Lock Series. While KEYINCODE brings decades of mechanical lock manufacturing expertise, KoreLock delivers turnkey embedded technology, software, and IoT platform capabilities that power the smart lock functionality including cloud management, mobile credentials, and remote access control.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance14 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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