# Energy-Efficient Smart Home Locks The Ultraloq Bolt Z-Wave Maximizes Connectivity and More By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2025-11-06 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultraloq-bolt-zwave References: [t3](https://www.t3.com/home-living/smart-home/ultraloqs-new-smart-lock-is-here-and-its-more-connected-than-ever-before) & [ultraloq](https://ultraloq.com/?srsltid=AfmBOoq6a8WVGt1_TMtaPFOAlblmF4Mw6HRd0pBiCqFiokkaeSNZS-XJ)  The [Ultraloq](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultraloq-smart-home-locks) Bolt Z-Wave smart home lock is one of the brand's latest tech products that's engineered with connectivity and power efficiency in focus. The device features the namesake Z-Wave long range functionality that will enable enhanced signal range to maximize its responsiveness, while also extending the battery life. The lock is thus Z-Wave Plus V2 certified to maximize security and efficiency, and is compatible for use with Home Assistant, [Samsung](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/level-lock-pro) [SmartThings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/utec-ultraloq-bolt) and more. The Ultraloq Bolt Z-Wave smart home lock has a physical keyhole for access, which is surrounded by a keypad for PIN access. The lock also allows for total customization regarding short-term access to make it great for guests or rental homes by granting access for a specific period only. Image Credit: Ultraloq ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.8/10 - Popularity: 40% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 55% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Energy-efficient Smart Locks:** Smart locks emphasizing energy efficiency open avenues for creating more sustainable and longer-lasting smart home devices. - **Enhanced Connectivity in Home Security:** Devices integrating extended range connectivity, like Z-Wave, highlight the growing need for seamless and reliable smart home integrations. - **Customizable Access Control:** Advanced smart locks offering granular access control focus on enhancing user experience and security flexibility for temporary users. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Smart Home Technology:** This industry is positioned to innovate by developing energy-efficient, user-friendly products that integrate with existing tech ecosystems. - **Home Security Systems:** The push for enhanced connectivity and security will drive advancements in creating more robust and automated security solutions. - **Sustainable Consumer Electronics:** Increasing demand for eco-friendly electronics presents opportunities to design sustainable, power-efficient smart devices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Security Smart Home Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lock-ultra.md) - [Omni-Compatible Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yale-smart-lock-with-matter.md) - [Budget-Friendly Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tapo-dl100.md) - [Facial Recognition Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/switchbot-lock-ultra-vision.md) - [Quad-Access Connected Doorknobs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tcl-k1.md) - [Discreetly Connected Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/level-lock-pro.md) - [High-Tech Residential Security Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/residential-security-system.md) - [Security System Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yale-assure-lock-2-touch-with-zwave.md) - [Multilevel Authentication Smart Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tcl-dr2-max-retrofit-smart-lock.md)