Lockin, the top-rated smart home security brand, announced today that the Veno Solar Smart Lock was named a winner in Good Housekeeping's 2027 Home Reno Awards. The full list of awards can be found on
goodhousekeeping.com/homereno2027.
Recognized within the smart home category, Veno Solar is a first-of-its-kind self-charging smart lock powered entirely by light. Unlike other smart locks, it requires nearly zero maintenance—installed once and powered indefinitely by a tiny, built-in solar panel on the lock face. Using ultra-efficient perovskite solar technology to draw energy from ambient light with no bulky external panels, the lock charges even in cloudy, rainy, and low-light conditions, capturing light for up to 11 hours a day.
Combining next-generation solar technology with convenient, low-maintenance design, Veno Solar sets a new standard for energy-efficient home security and delivers real-world value for homeowners. Available with three unique unlock methods (palm vein, 3D facial and fingerprint recognition) to suit individual user preference, the smart lock also features built-in Wi-Fi allowing users to manage access remotely, and is Matter-enabled for seamless smart home integration. Built for durability, Veno Solar is rated IP53 and BHMA Grade 3, ensuring reliable performance across extreme temperatures (−22° to 158°F) and in varied weather conditions.
In addition to being recognized by Good Housekeeping's 2027 Home Reno Awards, Veno Solar was recently named a winner in the Tom's Guide 2026 Smart Home Awards. Lockin's design excellence has previously been recognized by other leading industry awards, including the CES 2026 Innovation Awards® Best of Innovation, the Red Dot Design Award and the iF Design Award. The company also collaborates with renowned designer Hartmut Esslinger, former chief designer at Apple.