Just a decade ago, smart locks and digital access systems were niche technologies—showcased in luxury homes, high-end hotels, or concept buildings. But in 2025, the world looks very different. Smart entry systems have rapidly moved from high-tech gimmick to everyday infrastructure, driven by urbanization, digital lifestyles, rental economies, and security concerns.
This global shift is not just behavioral—it’s backed by data, economics, and regulation.
🔑 Market Growth: From “Nice to Have” to “Must Have”
- According to MarketsandMarkets, the global smart lock market is projected to grow from $2.4 billion in 2022 to $7.1 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of over 15%.
- Statista reports that smart home penetration (which includes smart locks) in North America has exceeded 40% in 2024, with Europe catching up quickly at 29%.
- The average new home in the U.S., China, and parts of Europe is now pre-wired or pre-configured for smart access solutions.
This is no longer just about tech-savvy consumers—it’s being adopted by:
- 🔐 Multifamily housing developers for contactless access
- 🏨 Hospitality operators for self-check-in/out
- 🏢 Commercial buildings needing centralized credential management
- 🏘️ HOAs and gated communities seeking better security and resident control
🧠 Why the Shift Is Accelerating in 2025
1. Security Expectations Are Rising
Traditional keys are no longer considered secure enough. Lost keys, copied keys, or untraceable access pose major risks—especially in shared or temporary spaces.
- 83% of rental property owners in a 2024 JLL survey cited access control and remote management as their #1 technology investment area.
2. The Rise of Remote and Shared Living
Co-living, Airbnb-style rentals, and hybrid offices all require non-physical, traceable access control. Smart locks solve this with digital passcodes, app control, and time-limited keys.
3. Regulatory Support and Green Building Certifications
In Europe, smart entry systems are increasingly being recognized as part of energy and safety efficiency scores, such as:
- BREEAM and LEED points for digital access logs
- Support in smart metering and remote control zones
In China and Southeast Asia, urban redevelopment policies include smart home readiness as a planning standard.
📈 Case Study: Builders Are Shifting Too
LEROND has observed a steady trend with our global partners: even mid-market builders are now integrating smart locks into base offerings, not as upgrades.
For example:
- In Spain, several builders we engage with have included smart entry as part of their digital ready series targeting young homeowners.
- In Vietnam and Malaysia, smart locks are now standard in new urban apartments, spurred by competition from Chinese and Korean developers.
- In North America, homebuilders like Lennar and KB Home now install smart locks by default in over 80% of their new homes (source: SmartHomeBuilder Trends 2024).
🏗️ LEROND’s Role in the Transition
LEROND enables this shift by focusing on flexible, scalable, and localized smart entry systems:
- ✔️ A full suite of smart locks: facial recognition, automatic deadbolts, keypad handles, American-style deadbolts, villa/courtyard locks
- ✔️ A complete range of smart window actuators: chain, push rod, sliding arm, and more
- ✔️ Seamless integration with Tuya’s wireless ecosystem, supporting Zigbee and Bluetooth Mesh
- ✔️ Remote battery monitoring, user management, and cloud-based access control
- ✔️ Designed to be retrofit-friendly and brand-agnostic, adaptable to any window or door system
We help builders, integrators, and distributors transition from basic access to intelligent entry—no longer as a luxury, but as a minimum expectation.
🧩 What’s Next?
As real estate becomes more digitized, entry points become critical control nodes. The next wave of integration will connect smart locks with:
- 🧠 AI-based occupancy tracking
- 🌐 Smart grid energy optimization (open windows on demand)
- 👮 Access compliance in commercial and senior housing
- 🛜 Unified smart home orchestration, not fragmented solutions
In short: the door is no longer a boundary—it’s a data gateway and security layer.
🏁 In Short
The global transition to smart entry systems is not just a technological upgrade—it’s a cultural and functional redefinition of how we live, build, and secure our spaces. What was once considered luxury is now embedded in the very blueprint of modern living.
At LEROND, we don’t just supply hardware—we co-create solutions that help industries and societies step confidently into a connected future.
