Philippines - Nuki Compatibility Guide

Philippines - Nuki Compatibility Guide

Status: ⚠️ UNOFFICIAL (Mixed market) Nuki Model: Smart Lock (US) for deadbolts, Smart Lock Pro for euro cylinders Confidence: Medium

Summary

The Philippines has both US and European lock types due to historical US influence. Deadbolts are common in houses, euro cylinders in condos. Check your lock type first.

Lock Types in Philippines

Decision Tree

What lock do you have?
         │
    ┌────┴────┐
    ▼         ▼
Deadbolt?   Euro Cylinder?
(US style)  (in mortise lock)
    │              │
    ▼              ▼
Smart Lock    Smart Lock
   (US)          Pro

By Property Type

Property TypeLock TypeNuki Model
Condos (Metro Manila)Euro cylinderSmart Lock Pro
Houses (subdivisions)Deadbolt (US style)Smart Lock (US)
TownhousesMixedCheck type
CommercialEuro cylinderSmart Lock Pro

Common Lock Brands

For Deadbolts (US style)

BrandAdapterNotes
YaleIncluded (US)Common
SchlageIncluded (US)Premium
CoronaTest fitLocal brand

For Euro Cylinders

BrandAdapterNotes
YaleMagentaCondos
HäfeleCheckCommercial

Where to Buy

SourceNotes
Nuki ShopInternational shipping
Lazada PHCheck seller authenticity
Shopee PHVerify genuine stock

Pricing:

  • Smart Lock (US): ~₱12,000-15,000
  • Smart Lock Pro: ~₱18,000-22,000

Installation Considerations

Condos

  • DMCI, Ayala, etc.: Often euro cylinders
  • Building rules: Check with admin
  • Fire doors: Don’t modify

Houses

  • Subdivisions: Often US-style deadbolts
  • Gate locks: Nuki doesn’t fit gates
  • Grilles: Common - Nuki goes on main door

Regional Notes

AreaNotes
Metro ManilaCondos = euro, houses = mixed
CebuSimilar to Manila
DavaoMore houses, check lock type
Clark/SubicUS influence, deadbolts common

Power & Climate

  • Voltage: 220V compatible
  • Humidity: Indoor installation recommended
  • Typhoons: No impact on indoor lock

Support

  • Language: English support available
  • Warranty: Check international coverage

Adapter Opportunity

Corona brand (local Philippine brand) may need custom adapter testing. If official adapters don’t fit, consider 3D printing.

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