Disclaimer: This article is based on an official press release by SwitchBot. But here’s the exciting part – we already have the Lock Ultra Vision Combo and the Hub 3 in-house. Stay tuned for our in-depth test reports soon here on Raven Techie!
A New Chapter in Smart Home Automation
SwitchBot, the fast-growing brand known for its retrofit smart home gadgets, has just revealed two ambitious new products: the SwitchBot Lock Ultra Vision Combo and the SwitchBot Hub 3. Designed to make your smart home even more secure and seamless, these launches could set a new standard for do-it-yourself home automation.
Let’s break down what makes these new devices stand out – and why you might want to keep an eye out for our upcoming hands-on reviews.
SwitchBot Lock Ultra Vision Combo – First Smart Lock with 3D Face Recognition
This is a world-first: a retrofit smart lock that comes with 3D face recognition. The SwitchBot Lock Ultra Vision Combo includes three components:
- SwitchBot Lock Ultra
- Keypad Vision
- Matter-compatible Hub Mini
Ultra-Secure 3D Face Scanning
The lock uses more than 30,000 infrared points to create a millimeter-accurate facial scan in under one second. That’s seriously fast – and secure, with a false recognition rate of less than 0.0001%.
All facial data stays local and is protected by AES-128 bank-grade encryption. The system even works in low-light thanks to a built-in 850 nm IR light.
18 Ways to Unlock
You read that right. This lock isn’t just about faces. It supports:
- Face recognition
- Auto-unlock via smartphone
- NFC cards
- Fingerprint recognition
- App control
- Voice commands
…and a dozen more methods.
If your door has a EU profile, UK oval, Swiss round profile, or even a night latch, you’re probably covered – with no drilling or modifications required.
FastUnlock™ and Silent Motor
Thanks to always-on Bluetooth connectivity with the Keypad Vision, the lock unlocks almost instantly. And with an upgraded motor that’s 122.2% faster and 10.5% more powerful, it’s also super quiet — just 20 dB in “silent mode”.
You also get:
- High Speed, Standard, and Silent Modes
- Night Mode that automatically locks your door at scheduled times
Built-in Backup and Elegant Design
What if the battery dies? No worries. The lock includes:
- A main rechargeable battery (9-month runtime)
- A CR123A backup battery
- Electrolytic emergency unlock
The design is sleek and slim, with wood-look adhesive pads and a six-level security system built in.
🛒 Pricing: €299.99 via the official SwitchBot site or Amazon
(Or get the Lock Ultra Touch Combo – without the face scanner – for €249.99)
SwitchBot Hub 3 – The New Smart Home Control Center
The second big launch is the SwitchBot Hub 3, a Matter-ready smart home hub that unites over 100,000 infrared devices, smart TVs, and SwitchBot gear into one powerful platform.
Matter Compatibility = Huge Upgrade
This means you can now connect your SwitchBot devices to Apple Home, Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and other Matter ecosystems. Even better, the Hub 3 can trigger automations with third-party Matter devices already set up in Apple Home.
Dial Master™ and Scene Buttons
At the center is the Dial Master™, a precision dial that gives you tactile control over things like volume and temperature.
You also get:
- Customizable scene buttons
- Indoor and outdoor environmental monitoring
- Routine automation features for energy saving and comfort
🛒 Pricing: €129.99 via the official SwitchBot site or Amazon
What’s Next? Our Reviews Are Coming Soon
We’re not just passing along a press release – we’ve already received test units of both the Lock Ultra Vision Combo and the Hub 3, and we’re putting them through their paces as we speak.
Soon, you’ll find deep-dive test reviews here on Raven Techie, covering:
- Real-world performance
- Setup experience
- Compatibility quirks
- Security features
- And whether this combo is worth your money
A Glimpse at What’s Ahead
SwitchBot has also teased even more product launches on YouTube, including:
- SwitchBot AI Hub
- Smart Video Doorbell
- K20+ Pro smart lock
- Garage door opener
- Mini Smart Plug
- Security Alarm
- Smart Radiator Thermostat
- A brand-new lighting series
We’ll keep an eye on those too.
Final Thoughts
If you’ve been waiting for a truly next-gen smart lock that doesn’t require you to replace your entire door hardware, the SwitchBot Lock Ultra Vision Combo might just be what you’ve been looking for. And with the Hub 3 finally supporting Matter, SwitchBot is stepping into the big leagues of smart home integration.
Keep checking back on Raven Techie – our detailed hands-on reviews are just around the corner.
