Wyze has launched its first biometric door lock, the Wyze Palm Lock (model WPLCK1), entering the growing home security market with palm vein recognition technology. Priced at $129.98, the lock enables contactless entry by scanning the unique vein patterns beneath a user’s palm.
Features and Privacy Protections
The Wyze Palm Lock supports multiple authentication methods, including palm vein recognition, keypad codes, app-based access, and a physical key. The keypad can register up to 50 unique access codes and features an anti-peep function that allows users to add random digits before or after their actual code to prevent onlookers from guessing the sequence. Wyze states that biometric templates are stored locally on the device rather than in the cloud, giving users greater control over their data, though detailed encryption methods were not disclosed in publicly available specifications.
The lock is powered by a removable main battery that provides up to six months of use under typical conditions of 10–20 unlocks per day. A backup battery keeps the device functional while the main battery is charging, and an emergency USB-C port allows temporary power if both are depleted. These options are designed to reduce the risk of lockouts caused by power loss.
Durability and Smart Home Integration
The Palm Lock carries an IP53 weather resistance rating and BHMA3 durability certification, ensuring resilience against dust, splashes, and long-term wear. Users can monitor tamper alerts and door-ajar notifications through the Wyze mobile app, tailoring alerts to their preferences. The lock also integrates with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, providing compatibility with existing smart home ecosystems.
Like competing devices such as Anker’s Eufy FamiLock E34 and Eufy’s FamiLock S3 Max, Wyze’s entry reflects a wider trend toward consumer-grade palm vein authentication. By offering a sub-$130 option, Wyze is positioning its Palm Lock as one of the more affordable biometric locks on the market. Palm vein recognition has also been gaining ground among component suppliers, with firms like Himax developing integrated systems that combine palm vein scanning with facial recognition for smart door locks.
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By the ID Tech Editorial Team
