The catch
Aqara Smart Lock U50
Lacks a fingerprint reader.
Side by side
Aqara U50 vs Eufy C220: Direct Wi-Fi control plus home-key entry or fingerprints
Quick verdict
Apple Home Key routines and Aqara-based homes suit U50. For fingerprint entry and direct Wi-Fi control with no additional hub, C220 is the fit.
Before you buy
Why, and what it costs you
Each does away with the physical key, in its own way
The main difference between these locks is the gesture you use every day.
Where this comes from
Neither lock is a universal upgrade over the other. U50 has Home Key but no fingerprint sensing, and C220 has fingerprint sensing but no Home Key.
The catch
eufy Security Smart Lock C220
Lacks Apple Home Key.
Aqara Smart Lock U50
- Why pick it
- Your iPhone or Apple Watch should serve as the key.
- A compatible Aqara hub for remote access is already in place.
- The catch
- Lacks a fingerprint reader.
eufy Security Smart Lock C220
- Why pick it
- You would rather use a fingerprint than carry a phone or type a code.
- The lock should connect straight to Wi-Fi.
- The catch
- Lacks Apple Home Key.
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What this page compares
U50 and C220 are compared on Home Key, fingerprint entry, remote control and battery handling, and the limits of their smart-home support are spelled out.
Apple Home Key routines and Aqara-based homes suit U50. For fingerprint entry and direct Wi-Fi control with no additional hub, C220 is the fit.
Which one fits
Pick the situations that sound like you
Entry by fingerprint is compulsory
The U50 lacks a reader.
- Aqara Smart Lock U50
- Not suitable
- eufy Security Smart Lock C220
- Better fit
Apple Home Key must be supported
It isn’t supported by C220.
- Aqara Smart Lock U50
- Better fit
- eufy Security Smart Lock C220
- Not suitable
Codes plus physical backup keys are enough
Each covers those entry routes.
- Aqara Smart Lock U50
- Similar
- eufy Security Smart Lock C220
- Similar
Remote access without any new hub is required
U50’s Aqara remote-control path is ruled out by that requirement.
- Aqara Smart Lock U50
- Not suitable
- eufy Security Smart Lock C220
- Better fit
In practice
Differences you will notice
Each does away with the physical key, in its own way
The main difference between these locks is the gesture you use every day.
How we worked this out
Neither lock is a universal upgrade over the other. U50 has Home Key but no fingerprint sensing, and C220 has fingerprint sensing but no Home Key.
Twice as many cells go into a full battery change
U50 takes four AA cells, while C220 needs eight.
How we worked this out
8 divided by 4 is 2. It counts replacement material and does not predict annual battery expense.
Whether you already own a hub changes the installation cost
In a home with no Aqara equipment, the extra remote-access hardware for U50 matters most.
How we worked this out
Remote access through Aqara requires its Zigbee hub. With C220’s integrated Wi-Fi, that separate component isn’t needed.
Option A
Aqara, DL-D05D
Smart Lock U50
This keypad deadbolt supports Apple Home Key and comes with physical backup keys. Adding a Zigbee hub extends it to remote access and smart-home routines.
- Best for
- Apple Watch users who can do without a fingerprint reader
Facts we checked
- The manufacturer estimates up to six months on the four AA batteries that power the lock.
- Entry works through Apple Home Key, the keypad, Bluetooth app access or physical keys.
- The lock locks itself after the door closes, aided by a built-in gyroscope.
- IPX5 is the water-resistance rating of the exterior.
Option B
eufy Security, T8506
Smart Lock C220
You can enter by fingerprint, keypad or phone, and the documented door range is 1.375 to 2.17 inches thick.
- Best for
- unlock with a fingerprint on a replacement for my deadbolt
Facts we checked
- The documented door range is 1.375 to 2.17 inches thick.
- Fingerprint, keypad and phone are listed as entry options.
- Platforms documented include alexa, google.
- The documented installation is a full deadbolt replacement.
Spec by spec
Where they really differ
| Spec | Aqara Smart Lock U50 | eufy Security Smart Lock C220 | In practice |
|---|---|---|---|
| Biometric entry | No fingerprint reader | Fingerprint reader | A registered user can get in on C220 with no device or code. |
| Apple Home Key | Supported | Not supported | The Apple Wallet tap routine is supported by U50 alone. |
| Remote connection | Compatible Aqara Zigbee hub required | Built-in Wi-Fi | For remote control, the C220 needs no separate bridge. |
| Battery loading | Four AA batteries | Eight AA batteries | C220 doubles the number of batteries in each complete change. The runtime claims were made under different test conditions. |
| Exterior rating | IPX5 | IP53 | A higher water-test level is documented for U50. C220 also carries a dust-protection rating. |
Trade-offs
What each pick costs you
With Aqara Smart Lock U50
- A compatible hub is needed for Aqara remote access.
With eufy Security Smart Lock C220
- A complete replacement takes eight AA batteries.
Change of plan
When the answer changes
Your entry method changes from Apple Watch to fingerprint
Go with eufy Security Smart Lock C220. U50 lacks the reader that C220 provides.
The Aqara hub is already yours, and you use Home Key every day
Go with Aqara Smart Lock U50. With the hub hurdle already cleared, U50 keeps the entry gesture you prefer.
Both fingerprint and Home Key are needed
Neither model fits. A model that explicitly supports both is worth considering.
Decision guide
How to decide
U50 is the lock for Apple Home Key routines and Aqara-based homes. C220 is the lock for fingerprint entry and direct Wi-Fi control, with no additional hub.
If your hands are full
Tapping a Watch and using a fingerprint are both quick, yet each needs different preparation. With U50 you have to be carrying the supported Apple device. For C220, a finger has to be registered and presented in a usable state.
Controlling it while away
C220 can connect straight to the Wi-Fi network you already have. U50 becomes a fuller remote lock when it is paired with the correct Aqara hub, so compare the complete installation.
Decide on a fallback
Keypad and mechanical entry stay available on both. Make sure you have a workable fallback for a drained battery, a lost phone or a finger that cannot be read. The published battery maximums are estimates made under different usage patterns.
What this page can’t tell you
- A comparative test of unlocking speed or battery life was not performed.
By the numbers
What the data shows
What we found across the smart locks we compare, plus the checked facts behind each finding.
How many fit
None of the 25 models checked meets all of “Get in by tapping my phone or watch”, “Use a fingerprint to unlock”, “Run it remotely without needing a hub”, and “Pair it with Apple Home”, so the pick goes to the closest practical compromise.
0 models fit, out of 25 checkedShow the facts and the math
How we countedThe count uses each product's current fit ratings for “Get in by tapping my phone or watch”, “Use a fingerprint to unlock”, “Run it remotely without needing a hub”, and “Pair it with Apple Home”. A need with no documented match is not counted.
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Aqara Smart Lock U50
Your iPhone or Apple Watch should serve as the key.
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You would rather use a fingerprint than carry a phone or type a code.
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