What ULTRALOQ does

ULTRALOQ is a smart lock brand and operating subsidiary of Xthings Inc., a privately held IoT company headquartered in Fremont, California. Founded in 2013 (firmographics show 2012 as operating history), ULTRALOQ designs and sells biometric and connected deadbolt and lever locks under the Bolt and Latch product lines, serving individual homeowners, short-term rental hosts, commercial property managers, multifamily operators, security dealers, and home builders. The company claims 1M+ US customers and 10+ years of category presence.

The product portfolio spans the Bolt deadbolt series (Bolt Fingerprint at $199.99, Bolt NFC at $179.99-$199.99, Bolt SE at $119.99, Bolt Mission UWB at $299.99, Bolt Z-Wave at $179.99) and the Latch lever series (Latch 5 at $169.99-$249.99, with Latch 3 and Latch 7 upcoming). Core technology is built around multi-protocol connectivity (Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, Matter over Thread, Z-Wave Long Range, NFC, and Ultra-Wideband) and biometric authentication including an AI-powered 360° fingerprint reader with claimed 99.8% accuracy, UWB hands-free auto-unlock, and upcoming 3D facial recognition and palm vein authentication. Flagship models carry BHMA Grade 1 ANSI certification. The ULTRALOQ Air cloud platform (free in beta) extends into multi-lock property management for residential, commercial, and short-term rental use cases.

ULTRALOQ generates revenue primarily through direct-to-consumer hardware sales via ultraloq.com and Amazon, supplemented by a dealer/integrator channel (locksmiths, security installers, distributors) and a creator/affiliate program paying 15% commissions. Accessories ($8.99-$69.99) and multi-lock bundles ($234.99-$543.99) provide secondary revenue. The company operates in the USA, Canada, and Australia, integrates broadly with Apple Home (including HomeKey), Amazon Alexa, Google Home, Samsung SmartThings, Z-Wave hubs, Alarm.com, Home Assistant, IFTTT, and is Aliro-certified for Samsung Wallet digital keys. It sits within the Xthings Group ecosystem alongside Ulticam (cameras), UTEC (sensors/plugs), and Xthings One (AI management platform), with only one disclosed funding round of $404K in April 2017, indicating a primarily bootstrapped operating model.

Name

ULTRALOQ

Legal name

Xthings Inc.

Website

https://ultraloq.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

ULTRALOQ is a US-based smart lock brand under Xthings Inc. that designs biometric and connected deadbolt and lever locks serving homeowners, short-term rental hosts, commercial property managers, and security dealers across the USA, Canada, and Australia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Smart Locks

NAICS

Electronics and Appliance Retailers (44921)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industries

Smart Lock Software Platforms & Mobile Apps (Access Control SaaS) (HSAHAEAG), Smart Lock Installation, Retrofit & Door Hardware Services (HSAHAEAB), Smart Locks & Access Control Retail (CRAIAMAD), Intercom & Video Entry Integration with Smart Locks (HSAHAEAI)

Keywords

• Smart locks
• Keyless entry
• Biometric authentication
• Smart home security
• Deadbolt locks

Headquarters

HQ city

Fremont

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Smart Lock Hardware Sales: Primary revenue stream from selling smart deadbolt and lever lock products directly to consumers through e-commerce and retail channels, as well as through dealer/integrator partner networks. Products include Bolt series (Fingerprint, NFC, SE, Mission, Z-Wave) and Latch series (3, 5, 7).
2. Accessories and Add-ons: Secondary revenue from accessories including door sensors ($18), key fobs ($16.99), handle sets ($34.99-$69.99), thick door kits ($9.99), and lithium batteries ($8.99-$15.99).
3. ULTRALOQ Air Cloud Platform: Cloud access control platform currently offered free for users managing 5+ locks. May transition to subscription model in the future for enhanced features.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

ULTRALOQ designs, manufactures and sells smart deadbolt and lever locks featuring multiple unlock methods including 360° fingerprint recognition, NFC tap-to-unlock, UWB hands-free auto-unlock, keypad PIN codes and smartphone app control. Products integrate with Apple Home, Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, Matter, Z-Wave and Aliro for cross-platform smart home compatibility, and include the ULTRALOQ Air cloud platform for managing access across residential, commercial and short-term rental properties.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Xthings Home: Smart home ecosystem platform and mobile app for controlling ULTRALOQ devices
• ULTRALOQ Air
• Bolt Series
• Latch Series

Products and services

• Bolt Fingerprint Flagship smart fingerprint deadbolt with 360° live fingerprint recognition, keypad code entry, smartphone app control, Apple Watch support, auto unlock and physical key backup. Available in Apple Home + Wi-Fi + Bluetooth and Matter over Thread + Bluetooth variants for residential front-door keyless entry.
• Bolt NFC Smart deadbolt with NFC tap-to-unlock supporting Apple Home Key (iPhone/Apple Watch), Android NFC, RFID key fobs, keypad codes, app control and physical key backup for effortless tap-to-unlock access across Apple and Android platforms.
• Bolt SE Entry-level smart fingerprint deadbolt offering fingerprint, keypad, app, auto unlock and physical key entry with Matter over Thread and Wi-Fi connectivity options for smart home integration at the lowest price point in the Bolt series.
• Bolt Mission World's first UWB smart deadbolt featuring Ultra-Wideband spatial awareness for hands-free auto-unlock when approaching the door, with PIN code, app control, backup keys, activity alerts and built-in radar motion detection. BHMA Grade 1 certified, up to 1-year battery life.
• Bolt Z-Wave Compact smart deadbolt with direct Z-Wave Plus V2 connectivity for smart home systems including Home Assistant, SmartThings and Alarm.com. Features keypad code entry, app control through compatible Z-Wave hub, auto lock and physical key backup, supporting Z-Wave Long Range up to 1,300ft.
• Latch 5 Series Smart lever lock series for side doors, offices, garages and rentals requiring handles rather than deadbolts. Includes Latch 5 Fingerprint (Wi-Fi 6), Latch 5 NFC (tap-to-unlock) and Latch 5 Pro (Matter + Apple Home) variants with keypad, app control and guest sharing.
• Aluminum Alloy Black Handle Weather-resistant passage lever handle compatible with ULTRALOQ smart locks. Universal door compatibility for left and right-handed doors with easy screwdriver installation.
• ULTRALOQ Key Fob Contactless RFID/NFC key fob for tap-to-unlock access without a smartphone. Waterproof, 13.56MHz frequency smart credential targeted at kids and elderly household members.
• ULTRALOQ Door Sensor Door sensor that detects open/closed status and enables auto-lock functionality when the door is closed. Compatible with U-Bolt WiFi, U-Bolt Pro WiFi, U-Bolt Z-Wave and U-Bolt Pro Z-Wave models.
• ULTRALOQ Air Cloud-based access control platform for managing multiple ULTRALOQ locks at scale. Enables remote access management, temporary code generation, access logs and notifications for residential properties, commercial properties, short-term rentals and home builders. Free during beta with planned subscription tier.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99.8% fingerprint recognition accuracy rate
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments7 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration11 records

AI capability5 records

Feature7 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Samsung SmartThingscoreTechnology or IntegrationULTRALOQ smart locks integrate with Samsung SmartThings for remote lock/unlock, automation, and scene control. The integration allows users to manage ULTRALOQ devices through SmartThings app alongside other smart home devices.
• Amazon AlexacoreTechnology or IntegrationVoice control integration enabling users to lock/unlock doors using Alexa voice commands. Part of broad smart home ecosystem compatibility spanning multiple platforms.
• Google Home/Google AssistantcoreTechnology or IntegrationIntegration with Google Home ecosystem for voice control, remote access, and automation through Google Home app.
• Apple HomeKit/HomecoreTechnology or IntegrationDeep integration with Apple Home ecosystem including HomeKit, Siri voice control, Apple Home app, and HomeKey support (tap-to-unlock with iPhone/Apple Watch) on select models.
• Matter (Connectivity Standards Alliance)coreTechnology or IntegrationULTRALOQ locks support Matter and Matter over Thread protocol, enabling cross-platform compatibility with Apple, Alexa, Google, and SmartThings ecosystems through a universal standard.
• Aliro (Connectivity Standards Alliance)coreTechnology or IntegrationULTRALOQ achieved Aliro certification enabling secure digital keys in smartphone wallets for tap-to-unlock across Samsung Wallet and other Aliro-compatible wallets.
• Z-WavecoreTechnology or IntegrationBolt Z-Wave supports Z-Wave Plus V2 and Z-Wave Long Range (800 Series) with SmartStart setup and S2 encryption for Home Assistant, SmartThings, Alarm.com integration.
• Home AssistantcoreTechnology or IntegrationBolt Z-Wave integration with Home Assistant open-source smart home platform, enabling local control without cloud dependency.
• Alarm.comcoreTechnology or IntegrationBolt Z-Wave integrates with Alarm.com security platform for professional security system deployments.
• XthingscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerULTRALOQ is a smart access brand under Xthings Group, part of the Xthings home ecosystem including Xthings Cloud platform, Ulticam cameras, and UTEC sensors. Xthings develops the Xthings Home app used for ULTRALOQ device management.
• Samsung WalletcoreTechnology or IntegrationSamsung Wallet integration supports ULTRALOQ Aliro-certified locks for Digital Home Key feature, enabling Samsung Galaxy users to unlock doors using tap-to-unlock through Samsung Wallet with Samsung Knox security.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Level Lock: Level Lock designs invisible/compact smart deadbolts that preserve traditional exterior aesthetics while adding Bluetooth, HomeKit, and Ring integration. It competes directly with ULTRALOQ on the premium, design-conscious residential consumer, emphasizing minimalism alongside smart functionality.
• Lockly: Lockly offers smart deadbolts with fingerprint, PIN, RFID, and app control, with a particular focus on biometric access. It directly overlaps with ULTRALOQ's Bolt Fingerprint line and similar multi-method access strategy, often competing on price and bundle configurations.
• August Home: August (acquired by Yale/ASSA ABLOY) is one of the original smart deadbolt pioneers, offering Bluetooth/Wi-Fi locks with app control, virtual keys, and Apple Home/HomeKit integration. It directly competes with ULTRALOQ's residential deadbolt lineup on features like remote access, guest access, and smart home ecosystem support.
• Latch: Latch provides smart access products focused on multifamily residential and commercial building deployments, including the M, C, and X series locks and Latch OS software. It is highly comparable to ULTRALOQ's commercial/multifamily ambitions via ULTRALOQ Air, though Latch is more software- and enterprise-led.

Broad incumbents

• Schlage: Schlage (Allegion) is a major residential and commercial lock incumbent offering Encode smart deadbolts with Wi-Fi, Apple HomeKey, and Matter support. It competes with ULTRALOQ on price, retail shelf presence, and builder channels while leveraging legacy brand recognition across the US.
• Kwikset: Kwikset (Spectrum Brands) is a legacy residential lock incumbent offering Halo smart locks with Wi-Fi and Matter support. It targets the same DIY consumer deadbolt replacement segment as ULTRALOQ, with stronger retail distribution through Home Depot and Lowe's.
• Yale: Yale (ASSA ABLOY) offers Assure smart locks with Z-Wave, Zigbee, Matter, and HomeKit compatibility alongside its August line. It competes directly with ULTRALOQ on residential deadbolt and lever locks, with the deep distribution advantage of a global lock OEM.

Emerging players

• igloohome: igloohome focuses on smart locks and lock boxes for short-term rental hosts and property managers, with offline PIN code generation. It overlaps with ULTRALOQ's short-term-rental and Airbnb use cases and ULTRALOQ Air's guest access value proposition.

Regional players

• Nuki: Nuki is a leading European smart lock brand offering retrofit smart lock devices integrated with Apple Home, Google, and Matter. It is comparable to ULTRALOQ in product design philosophy and ecosystem breadth, though it primarily serves EU markets where ULTRALOQ has limited presence.

Others

• SimpliSafe: SimpliSafe offers a broader home security system including smart locks bundled with its DIY alarm platform. It is an adjacent ecosystem player rather than a direct smart lock competitor, but represents the kind of integrated security bundle ULTRALOQ could face when dealers and integrators seek single-vendor solutions.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/ULTRALOQ
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@ULTRALOQ
• Facebookfacebook.com/UltraloqOfficial
• Instagraminstagram.com/ultraloq_official
• TikToktiktok.com/@ultraloq
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/ultraloq

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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