Choosing a digital door lock in India means wading through dozens of models and unlock methods. To make it simple, we have ranked the top 10 digital door lock options for 2026 — a mix of Covlor® AI models and the lock types that suit different doors and budgets. Use this list to match a digital door lock to your home, whether you want a premium push-pull main-door lock or a straightforward fingerprint entry.
How we ranked these digital door locks
Our top 10 digital door lock ranking weighs the things that decide real-world value in India: build quality (all-metal body and gear motor), the range and reliability of unlock methods, backup provisions (a mechanical key and USB-C emergency port), privacy (on-device biometric storage), door compatibility, and after-sales support. Covlor® models lead because they combine 3D face, palm and fingerprint recognition with a rugged build and genuine backups at a fair price. The generic lock types further down the list are included so you can see where each fits, from premium main doors to simple rentals.
Top 10 digital door lock picks at a glance
| # | Pick | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Covlor® CR L99 (AI push-pull) | Premium main doors |
| 2 | Covlor® CR L88 (AI with video) | Main doors wanting a camera |
| 3 | Covlor® CR L108 (feature-rich AI) | Tech-forward households |
| 4 | Covlor® CR L51-S (slim AI) | Everyday front doors |
| 5 | Covlor® CR L45 (compact AI) | Apartments and flats |
| 6 | Fingerprint digital door lock | Fast daily family entry |
| 7 | Password / PIN door lock | Shared and guest access |
| 8 | RFID card door lock | Offices, PGs and rentals |
| 9 | WiFi app door lock | Remote control and alerts |
| 10 | Face/palm biometric lock | Hands-free premium entry |
1. Covlor® CR L99 — AI push-pull flagship
The CR L99 tops our digital door lock list for Indian main doors. It pairs effortless push-pull handles with 3D face, palm and fingerprint recognition, a PIN keypad, card and app, all backed by a mechanical key and USB-C emergency power. The all-metal body and gear motor are built for years of heavy daily use, and biometrics stay on the device for privacy. If you want one lock that does everything on your most important door, this is it.
2. Covlor® CR L88 — AI lock with video
The CR L88 adds a built-in camera to the multi-way AI formula, so you can see who is at the door and keep a visual log alongside the access record. It unlocks by face, palm, fingerprint, PIN, card and app, and keeps the same rugged metal build and backups. Choose it when you want the security of a digital door lock plus the reassurance of seeing callers, especially for a main door that faces a shared corridor or street.
3. Covlor® CR L108 — feature-rich AI
For households that want the most capable digital door lock, the CR L108 packs a wide set of unlock methods and smart features into a tough body. It suits tech-forward families who will use app sharing, detailed logs and multiple biometric profiles. As with every Covlor® lock, it keeps on-device biometrics, a mechanical key and a USB-C port, so all the smarts never come at the cost of a reliable way in.
4. Covlor® CR L51-S — slim everyday lock
The CR L51-S is the sweet spot for a typical Indian front door: a sleek, slimmer body with face, fingerprint, PIN, card and app entry, the same all-metal internals and backups, at a friendlier footprint. It is ideal if you want a premium digital door lock experience without the larger push-pull hardware, and it fits a wide range of wooden and metal doors.
5. Covlor® CR L45 — compact AI for flats
Apartments and narrower doors are where the compact CR L45 shines. It delivers fingerprint, PIN, card and app entry in a tidy body that suits flats, rentals and secondary doors, while keeping the Covlor® essentials of a metal build, on-device biometrics and genuine backups. It is a smart, affordable entry point into AI-grade digital door locks for Indian apartment living.
6. Fingerprint digital door lock
A dedicated fingerprint digital door lock is the simplest everyday upgrade. A capacitive sensor reads your print in under a second and rejects photos or lifted prints. It is perfect for families who want fast, reliable, key-free entry and do not need face or app features. Look for an all-metal body and a mechanical-key backup even at this simpler tier.
7. Password / PIN digital door lock
A PIN or password digital door lock is the most flexible for sharing access — you hand out a code, not a key, and change it whenever you like. Anti-peep PIN entry, which lets you pad the real code with random digits, keeps nosy onlookers from learning it. This type suits guest-heavy homes, rentals and anyone who prefers a code to biometrics.
8. RFID card digital door lock
Card-based digital door locks suit offices, PGs and rental properties where you issue and revoke credentials often. A tap of an RFID card or fob opens the door, and a lost card is simply deactivated. Many models pair cards with a PIN or fingerprint so you get both convenience and a backup credential on the same door.
9. WiFi app digital door lock
A WiFi-connected digital door lock puts control on your phone — lock and unlock remotely, receive entry alerts, and issue temporary codes from anywhere. It is ideal for frequent travellers, landlords and anyone managing deliveries while out. Pair it with biometrics on the lock itself so you are not dependent on the network for everyday entry.
10. Face / palm biometric lock
Face and palm biometric locks give true hands-free entry — the door recognises you and opens without a touch, which is a real convenience when your hands are full. Insist on a 3D system that rejects photographs and stores data on the device. This premium type rounds out our top 10 digital door lock list for homes that want the most seamless experience.
How to match a digital door lock to your door
A top 10 list is only useful if you translate it to your own door. Start by measuring the door’s thickness — most Indian doors fall between 40mm and 120mm — and note the material: solid wood, a metal safety door, or a uPVC/aluminium frame, since each mounts differently. For a heavy main door that the whole family uses, a push-pull AI lock such as the CR L99 or L88 gives the smoothest daily experience and the strongest grip. For a standard wooden front door, the slim CR L51-S strikes the best balance of features and footprint. For an apartment or a narrower secondary door, the compact CR L45 fits where larger hardware will not. If the door opens onto a shared corridor or the street, the camera-equipped CR L88 adds valuable visibility. Rentals and offices, where you change users often, are better served by card or PIN models further down the list. Whatever you choose, confirm the lock supports your door thickness and handing, keeps a mechanical key and USB-C backup, and comes with an Indian warranty. Matching the lock to the door this way matters more than the ranking itself, because the best digital door lock is always the one that fits your door and the way your household actually uses it.
Related guides
Keep exploring smart security on the Covlor® blog: how to choose the best smart door lock, and smart door lock prices in India. You can also browse the full smart door locks collection or return to the Covlor® homepage. For background, see the smart lock article on Wikipedia.
Recommended Covlor® Models
Ready to upgrade? These Covlor® models suit common Indian door types and budgets: the CR L88 and CR L99 push-pull locks for premium main doors, the CR L51-S and CR L51-B for a sleek everyday front door, the slim CR L45 for apartments and flats, and the feature-rich CR L108 — all with 3D face, palm and fingerprint recognition plus a mechanical-key backup. Browse the full lineup on the smart door locks collection or the main shop.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is the best digital door lock in this top 10 for a main door?
For an Indian main door, the Covlor® CR L99 AI push-pull lock leads — it combines face, palm and fingerprint entry with a rugged metal build, a camera-free clean design, and full mechanical-key and USB-C backups.
Why does this top 10 digital door lock list focus on Covlor models?
Because they score highest on the criteria that matter in India — all-metal build, on-device biometrics, genuine backups and local support — while the generic types show where simpler locks fit different doors and budgets.
What should I budget for a top digital door lock in India?
Simple fingerprint or PIN digital door locks start around ₹3,000–₹8,000, while premium AI models such as Covlor® sit near ₹24,000, reflecting better motors, metal bodies and multi-way unlocking.
Do all these digital door locks have a backup if the battery dies?
Every Covlor® model on this list keeps a mechanical key and a USB-C emergency port. When buying any digital door lock, confirm it has both so a dead battery never locks you out.
The bottom line
The best digital door lock for you depends on your door and household, but across this top 10 the pattern is clear: a rugged body, real biometrics and genuine backups beat a long feature list every time. For an India-ready lock that checks all those boxes, start with the Covlor® range on the smart door locks collection.
