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Imou K1S-W Smart Door Lock

A budget Wi-Fi fingerprint lock with a lever handle, for Dubai apartments and secondary villa doors where the lock body has been checked first.

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AED 379
noon.com price for K1S-G(S)-W-EN, sold by ADARC Computer with low stock. Amazon.ae lists K1S-G-W-EN at AED 390. Fitting is quoted separately after we check the lock body.

Typical noon.com price for the device, checked 13 Sept 2026. See the listing Installation is quoted separately after we check your property.

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Overview

What it is and where it fits

The Imou K1S-W is a budget Wi-Fi smart lock with a lever handle that opens by fingerprint, PIN, card, phone or mechanical key. It suits Dubai apartment owners and secondary villa doors where you want simple keyless entry for under AED 400, especially if you already use Imou cameras. The fingerprint reader sits on the handle, so you grip and press. The lock joins 2.4GHz Wi-Fi directly and runs in the Imou Life app, the same app as Imou cameras, for remote unlock, entry records, temporary codes and alerts. Imou lists a tamper alarm, a wrong-attempt alarm, a low battery warning and a high temperature alarm, plus a Class C cylinder in a steel lock body. Four AA batteries last about 12 months at 10 openings a day by Imou's figures, and a USB-C port gives emergency power. Know the limits before buying. It stores 100 fingerprints but only 10 PINs and 10 cards, which is tight for a family with several staff. Imou does not publish the lock body size, backset or an IP rating, so we match the lock body to your door before ordering, and we keep it off doors in direct sun, since it is rated to 55°C. There is no Apple Home support. Against the EZVIZ locks we list, it sits below the Y2000, which costs a little more but clearly documents its 5085 and 6068 lock bodies, an IPX5 front panel and 50 PIN and card slots.

  • Grip the handle and the built-in fingerprint reader lets you in
  • Joins home Wi-Fi directly, with no hub or bridge to buy
  • Runs in the same Imou Life app as Imou cameras
  • Four AA batteries rated for about a year of daily use
Technical

Specifications

Model K1S-W (K1S-G-W-EN, K1S-G(S)-W-EN)

Ways to openFingerprint, PIN, card, Bluetooth key, app remote unlock, temporary password, mechanical key
User capacity100 fingerprints, 10 PINs, 10 cards
Connectivity2.4GHz Wi-Fi (802.11b/g/n), Imou Life app for iOS and Android
Power4 x AA batteries, USB-C emergency power port
Rated battery life12 months at 10 openings a day
Door thickness35 to 100mm
Working temperature-10°C to 55°C
Security hardwareClass C cylinder, steel lock body, tamper and wrong-attempt alarms
In Dubai homes

What to check before you order

The K1S-W is a lever handle lock that uses a mortise lock body inside the door, but Imou does not publish the body size or backset. Most Dubai villa and apartment doors take a 6068 or 5085 body, so we open the door edge and compare it with the supplied body before fitting, and we do not suggest ordering blind. The door must be 35 to 100mm thick. Imou publishes no IP rating and rates the lock to 55°C, so it belongs on an apartment corridor door or a shaded villa entrance, not a door in direct afternoon sun. It does not suit glass doors, aluminium sliding doors or US round bore doors. Fire-rated tower entrance doors need building management approval, and tenants need written landlord consent. With only 10 PINs and 10 cards, households with several staff should rely on fingerprints. In a DEWA power cut the lock still opens on its AA batteries, but app alerts stop until the router is back.

Imou in the UAE. Dahua's consumer line, distributed through the UAE security trade and online retail. Budget cameras with local microSD recording and no mandatory subscription.

Answers

Questions about the Imou K1S-W Smart Door Lock

What is the Imou K1S-W smart lock?
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The K1S-W is a Wi-Fi smart door lock from Imou, the consumer brand from Dahua. It replaces your handle set and lock body, and opens by fingerprint on the handle, PIN, card, Bluetooth key, app, temporary password or mechanical key. It runs on four AA batteries.
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How much does the Imou K1S cost in the UAE?
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At our last check it was AED 379 on noon, sold by ADARC Computer with low stock, and AED 390 on Amazon.ae, sold by Terrabyt IT Distributions. Prices and stock move quickly at this level, so treat these as a guide. Fitting is quoted after we check your door.
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Will the Imou K1S fit my door?
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Possibly, but check before buying. Imou does not publish the mortise lock body size or backset, and most Dubai doors take a 6068 or 5085 body. We compare the supplied body with your door's existing lock pocket. The door must be 35 to 100mm thick, and glass, sliding and US bore doors are out.
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Is the K1S good for an apartment in Dubai?
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It is a reasonable budget choice for an owned apartment with a solid timber entrance door, since the corridor keeps it out of the sun and away from rain. Check with building management first if the door is fire-rated. Tenants need landlord approval, because it replaces the lock body and handles.
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Can a tenant install the Imou K1S?
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Only with written permission from the landlord. The K1S replaces the existing handles and lock body, and may need extra drilling. Keep the original lock safe so it can go back when you move out. Most landlords also want a working mechanical key or a code for emergencies.
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Do I need a hub or bridge for the K1S?
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No. The K1S-W connects straight to a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network through the Imou Life app, so there is no hub to buy. If your router only runs 5GHz, or the signal is weak at the front door, you will need a 2.4GHz network or an access point nearer the door.
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Is there a subscription for the K1S?
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Imou does not list a paid plan for the lock's own features, such as remote unlock, entry records and temporary passwords in the Imou Life app. Imou sells cloud storage for its cameras, which only matters if you also run Imou cameras and want recordings kept online.
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Does the Imou K1S work with Alexa, Google Home or Apple Home?
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Some UAE retailer listings describe the K1S-W as Alexa compatible, but Imou's own specification does not list voice assistants, so do not buy it for that. It does not support Apple Home or Matter. If Apple Home matters, the Aqara U300 is a better choice at a higher price.
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Which app does the Imou K1S use?
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It uses the Imou Life app on iOS and Android, the same app that runs Imou cameras and doorbells. You add users, create temporary passwords, check entry records, receive alarms and unlock remotely from there. If you already run Imou cameras, the lock appears alongside them.
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What happens during a DEWA power cut or internet outage?
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The lock keeps working, because it runs on AA batteries and checks fingerprints, PINs and cards on the device itself. Remote unlock and phone notifications stop until your router has power and internet again. Keep the mechanical key somewhere you can reach as a last resort.
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How long do the batteries last in the K1S?
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Imou rates four AA batteries for about 12 months at 10 openings a day. Heavy use, a weak Wi-Fi signal or a hot door will shorten that. A low battery warning appears in the app and at the lock, so change all four batteries together when you see it.
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What if the batteries die while I am outside?
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Connect a power bank to the USB-C emergency port on the lock. That powers it long enough to use your fingerprint or PIN, then replace the AA batteries once inside. The mechanical key also opens the door, so do not leave both keys inside the house.
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Can the Imou K1S handle a Dubai summer?
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Imou rates it for -10°C to 55°C and does not publish an IP rating. That is fine inside an apartment corridor or under a deep villa porch. A door facing direct afternoon sun can pass 55°C in July, so we would choose a lock with a published weather rating there.
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Is the Imou K1S weatherproof?
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Retail listings call it weather resistant, but Imou does not publish an IP rating in its specification. Treat it as a lock for sheltered doors. Rain is rare in Dubai, but sand, dust and sprinklers reach exposed entrances, so keep it away from gates and uncovered garden doors.
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How secure is the K1S?
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For its price, it covers the basics. Imou lists a Class C cylinder, a steel lock body, a tamper alarm, a wrong-attempt alarm and alerts in the app. Physical security also depends on the door and frame. It is a budget lock, so we would not put it on a high value villa main door.
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What is the high temperature alarm?
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Imou says the lock sends an alert when it detects an unusually high temperature, which it presents as an early warning of fire. Imou does not publish the trigger temperature. On a door that bakes in the sun, test it through a summer before relying on it for anything important.
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Can I give our maid and driver access?
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Yes, but plan around the limits. The K1S stores 100 fingerprints but only 10 PINs and 10 cards, so fingerprints are the best option for regular staff. Delete a fingerprint or code in the app when someone leaves, and use temporary passwords for short visits.
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Is the K1S suitable for a holiday home?
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For a single DTCM holiday home with a sheltered door, yes. You can send temporary passwords through the Imou Life app for each stay. With only 10 PIN slots, clear old codes between guests. Busy hosts may prefer an EZVIZ lock with more code slots.
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Does the K1S work with Imou cameras?
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It runs in the same Imou Life app, and Imou markets the lock as working with its cameras, so you can check a camera and the lock from one screen. Imou's published specification does not detail automatic recording when the door opens, so do not rely on that without testing.
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How does the Imou K1S compare with the EZVIZ Y2000?
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The K1S usually costs about AED 100 less. The Y2000 publishes its 5085 and 6068 lock body options, has an IPX5 front panel, stores 50 PINs and 50 cards, and runs on eight AA batteries. For a main door, the Y2000 is easier to specify. For a tight budget, the K1S works.
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Should I get the K1S or the EZVIZ DL06 Pro?
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The DL06 Pro costs about twice as much but adds a rechargeable battery, IP65 panels, fingerprint readers on both sides and 50 PIN and card slots. Choose the K1S for a sheltered secondary door or a budget apartment upgrade. Choose the DL06 Pro for a busy family main door.
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How long does installation take, and do you fit it?
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Yes, we fit it in Dubai. We first check that the supplied lock body matches your door. On a matching door, fitting and app setup usually take a couple of hours. If the door needs recutting, we tell you the extra work and cost before starting.
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What warranty does the Imou K1S have in the UAE?
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Amazon.ae lists a one year manufacturer warranty, and the noon seller also shows one year. Warranty is handled through the seller and Imou's UAE distribution rather than a dedicated lock service network, so keep your invoice and buy from a seller that will handle a return.
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Who should not buy the Imou K1S?
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Skip it if your door faces direct sun, if you need more than 10 PINs or cards, or if you want Apple Home. It is also a poor fit if you cannot have the lock body checked before buying. Owners of high value villa main doors should spend more on a better documented lock.
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What maintenance does the K1S need?
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Wipe the fingerprint reader and keypad with a soft dry cloth, change all four AA batteries when warned, and test the mechanical key every few months. If the handle feels stiff or the latch drags, the lock body or strike plate needs adjusting rather than more force.
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Installation

Fitted and configured by our Dubai team

We supply this as part of a working system rather than as a box. That means checking it suits your property first, fitting it properly, setting up the automations that make it useful, and showing your household how it works.

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