Modern minimalist home exterior

A car-key style fob for your home door.

Short-range RF. Rolling codes. No apps, no Wi-Fi. Designed for reliability and privacy.

Why TheBetterKey

A minimalist alternative to smart locks. Built for privacy, speed, and everyday ease.

Short-range RF only

Opens with a button press. No persistent Bluetooth. No cloud dependency.

Rolling codes

A new one-time code on every press to defeat basic replay attempts.

Fast + reliable

Latency in milliseconds. Works even when your internet doesn’t.

Three steps. That’s it.

Deliberately boring — because reliability should be.

STEP 1

Approach

Receiver wakes as you arrive. No phone needed.

STEP 2

Press

Large tactile button triggers secure RF handshake.

STEP 3

Enter

Bolt actuates. You push the door. Done.

Choose your install path

Start simple. Upgrade later. All tiers share the same secure RF core.

Clip-On Module

Attaches to your existing deadbolt’s thumb-turn. No tools—ideal for renters.

Lock Replacement

Drop-in deadbolt with integrated receiver and actuator for a clean look.

Full Door System

Premium door set with hidden hardware and improved weather sealing.

From idea to in-hand

  1. AUG–SEP 2025

    CAD + electronics research; print V1 shell

  2. OCT 2025

    Field tests on rentals & dorm doors

  3. NOV–DEC 2025

    V2 mechanism; improved weather-sealing

  4. FEB 2026

    Working prototype demo (goal)

FAQ

Is this Bluetooth or Wi-Fi?

Neither. It’s short-range RF with rolling codes. Your door doesn’t need the internet to open.

What about replay attacks?

Rolling codes rotate on each press. Replaying an old capture won’t pass verification.

Can I install it in a rental?

Yes. Start with the Clip-On Module—no drilling. You can upgrade later.