# SwitchBot Lock Vision stores face scans on the device without cloud storage

Source: https://idevice.com/your-face-stays-at-the-door-not-the
Published: 2026-05-15

## What happened

SwitchBot's Lock Vision smart locks use 3D facial recognition with 20,000 infrared points, work with Apple Home via Matter over Wi-Fi without a hub, and start at $169.99.

## Sources

- [HomeKit Weekly: New SwitchBot Lock Vision brings facial recognition and Matter over Wi-Fi](https://9to5mac.com/2026/05/15/switchbot-lock-vision/) (9to5Mac, 2026-05-15)