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Review on πŸ”’ WOOCH RFID Locks for Cabinets: DIY Hidden Electronic Cabinet Lock for Enhanced Security & Convenient Access by Dustin Wright

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Ideal for puzzles or hidden locks

Product exactly as advertised. You get an RFID reader attached to a very simple locking mechanism. The locking mechanism is spring loaded and will force the bolt out, which can be useful or inconvenient depending on the application. You can power the lock with either a (very short) USB cable or two AA batteries. The USB cable is USB 2.0 with a 2.5mm bipole by default, so you may need to look for a longer cable. Programming the lock is very easy and you can program other 125kHz RFID items such as stickers. Ideal if you want your unlock item to be discreet (i.e. not a keychain or card). You can buy a pack of 10 stickers for $10 elsewhere on Amazon, just look for a 125kHz RFID sticker. The lock comes with two cards and two key fobs, but no stickers. Annoyingly, the programming button is on the opposite side of the latch. This means if you want to reprogram and lose your master card, you will need to drill a hole for the reset button or remove the lock to access the reset button. On the plus side, the device retains RFID signatures even with the batteries removed, although I haven't tested how long it retains programming. Mounting hardware is sparse but functional. The hatch is made of stamped metal in a tough plastic, so it won't survive a realistic burglary. But that's to be expected. This is not for high security apps, but for hidden apps or to keep honest people honest. Loud speakers so solvers can't get any more info, and you'll probably want to buy a longer USB cable (or really hope the batteries don't die). Not much more than one would expect from this item at this price. Point. If you are looking for an inexpensive way to hide the locking mechanism, then this is the way to go.

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