Description:

More and more, homeowners want smart solutions that make life easier—without giving up on the things that matter most: security, style, and sustainability. That’s where the Yale Unity Slim Smart Lock comes in.

Designed for homes in New Zealand and Australia, Unity Slim is built to meet the needs of modern living. It’s smart, secure, and stylish—fitting narrow aluminium door stiles and standing up to the elements, even in homes with little to no soffit cover. It’s also the first smart lock of its kind in New Zealand, offering a unique combination of digital access, robust weather protection, and customisable design.

From the start, this project was about more than just making a smart lock. It was about creating a better everyday experience. We brought together teams across the business, with regular milestone cadence meetings to speed up delivery and stay close to what customers really want. That meant making the lock easy to install, simple to use, and flexible enough to suit any door.

The result? A lock that’s intuitive from the first touch. The backlit keypad is familiar and easy to use. Setup is guided by a QR code and the Yale Home app. And the standout feature—multi-point locking—is activated by lifting the handle, securing the door at multiple points for added peace of mind. It’s a new habit that quickly becomes second nature.

We also made sure the lock feels good to use. The lever is shaped for comfort, with just the right amount of resistance. And it’s built to last, with zinc diecast components, an IP55 rating, and testing that goes well beyond industry standards.

But Unity Slim isn’t just about performance—it’s about personalisation too. Homeowners can choose from a range of colours and handle styles to match their home’s look. And because it’s part of a wider family of Yale hardware, it helps create a consistent, cohesive feel across windows and doors.

Sustainability was a key focus throughout. We looked at everything from packaging to retrofit compatibility, making choices that reduce waste and extend product life. And thanks to our local manufacturing capabilities, we can deliver any colour in just four days—keeping lead times short and customers happy.

The Yale Unity Slim is more than a smart lock. It’s a smarter way to live—bringing together security, style, and access convenience in one beautifully crafted solution.