The revolutionary, battery-free, NFC-powered locking system
Lock and unlock with just a tap of your smartphone – no keys, no batteries, no maintenance.
Meet ECHO
The revolutionary, battery-free, NFC-powered locking system
Lock and unlock with just a tap of your smartphone – no keys, no batteries, no maintenance.
THE ECHO WAY
The eco-friendly future of lock management is here
A groundbreaking innovation, ECHO uses Near Field Communication (NFC) technology to harvest a tiny amount of energy from your phone to close and open your lock. By eliminating the need for traditional power sources, ECHO delivers an eco-friendly, hassle-free locking experience, reducing energy consumption and any environmental impact.
ECHO is revolutionary, it’s evolutionary – and it’s also better for the planet.
Our handy user guides will show you how to open and close your lock using our iOS app.
TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
Where can ECHO be used?
ECHO is wire-free and easy to use. The possibilities of how you could use it are endless. All you need is a mobile signal or WiFi connection. Here are just some of our favourite uses.
Workspace Storage
Secure personal storage for employees. This can either be used with ECHO in Private Mode, where locks are assigned to staff, or in Registered Public Mode, where staff can choose their own lock.
With our new design tool you can personalise your ECHO lock to match your environment.
To get started simply upload your logo, then choose from a range of colours and design options to create a lock that complements your space while maintaining the security and functionality you expect.
When you are happy with your design click ‘Download Preview’ to see your design and submit your enquiry to our team.
Unlock information such as technical specifications, drawings and CAD files by visiting our ECHO technical page.
Step 1: Upload your logo
Drag your logo into position and resize the logo above or use the slider below to resize. If you wish to increase the size of the logo further please hide the lines below.
Step 2: Select your background colour
Choose a background color for the lock preview
Step 3: Select your ECHO logo colour
Choose a color for the ECHO logo
Step 4: Select your line colour
Choose a color for the lines
How It Works
ECHO couldn't be easier to use: No keys. No codes. No cards. No problem.
To use an ECHO lock, all you need is your phone, a mobile signal or a WiFi connection – plus our ECHO App. That’s it! No need for Bluetooth or wireless hubs and routers, ECHO simply connects to the Cloud, fuss-free.
While ‘Capture Technology’ harvests a tiny bit of energy from your phone, Near Field Communication (NFC) gets ready to talk to the lock. If you’ve never heard of NFC before, that’s the bit of kit your phone uses when you use Google Wallet or Apple Pay to make super-secure cardless payments at the checkout. Yes, it’s that safe to use.
Powered by ‘Capture Technology’
 With ECHO, you get all the advantages of a fully connected, networked system – but without any wires.
Energy-harvesting NFC technology lets ECHO ‘capture’ the tiniest amount of energy directly from your smartphone. How tiny? Less than 1% of your phone’s battery charge. Energy-wise, it’s like sending an SMS message, or snapping a quick photo on your phone.
ECHO means never having to worry about batteries again. No batteries to check. No batteries to change. No batteries to throw away. And that all means less maintenance. Lower costs, plus a smarter, cleaner way to manage your locking system.
NFC is a short-range wireless technology that lets you securely pass data from one device to another. It’s the same technology you already use when you make a contactless payment with your smartphone or payment cards. Reassuring, or what?
How ECHO uses NFC
ECHO transfers a secure token from your phone to the lock, granting you instant, secure access.
One-time use, secure transaction
Once the transaction is complete, that token is immediately deactivated and cannot be reused. This ensures super-safe security every time you use an ECHO lock.
ECHO is wire and battery free. It doesn’t even need mains power. It uses Near Field Communication (NFC) to harvest the tiny amount of energy it needs to open and close your locker.
NFC secure
NFC is the same tech you use when you make a contactless payment with your bank card or smartphone. ECHO uses NFC to transfer a secure token from your phone to the lock, giving you secure access to the locker. Once the ‘transaction’ is complete, the token is deactivated and cannot be reused.
User friendly
All you need is the ECHO app and your phone. No need to grab keys, passcodes or anything else – just a few taps and you’re done.
Planet friendly
No internal battery means ECHO has a lower carbon footprint. It reduces e-waste, lowers energy consumption and even eliminates battery maintenance, helping to extend the life of your locks. ECHO is more than an evolution of the lock – it’s a real game changer in lock sustainability.
Government-level security
You don’t need any codes, keys or an RFID card. ECHO uses Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) to protect your access. That’s the same system governments use around the world to ensure the highest levels of encryption for their documents. The security of your locker couldn’t be in safer hands.
Access monitoring
With ECHO, effortlessly track access history through the app or portal. Instantly see who accessed each lock and when, ensuring exceptional security and control, regardless of the number of users
ECHO gives you the flexibility to use the lock however you want. You can now have a single bank of lockers in your reception area that can be used by visitors or guests (Public Mode), or you can exclusively allocate lockers to staff and employees for their own use (Private Mode). Everything is controlled through the App – you simply decide how you want ECHO to work for you.
What modes are available?
ECHO gives you three operating modes – Public Mode, Private Mode, and Registered Public Mode.
Public mode
In Public Mode, lockers are ‘open’ and available for use by anyone.
Users request access to a locker by scanning a QR code displayed at the location, downloading the Echo app and registering. Admin approval is not required to use Public Mode locks, but access and usage can be monitored through the App or Web Portal.
Private mode
In Private Mode, users are granted exclusive access to lockers by the storage provider.
ECHO app can be used to securely lock and open their assigned locker, while admin can manage access and monitor usage through the App or the Web Portal.
Registered public mode
In Registered Public Mode, lockers are ‘open’ and available for use by anyone who is pre-approved/registered to use them.
Users must download the ECHO app when sent an invite email from a storage provider and must be logged into their account to lock and open any of the lockers within that location. Admin then uses ECHO app to send out email invites to pre-approved locker users and can also monitor lock availability.
APP OVERVIEW
ECHO app - one app, so many uses!
Whether you’re managing the lockers, or simply storing your things while you head for a workout, ECHO app controls it all. iPhone user or Android user, you’ll find the ECHO app on your app store.
As the manager or owner of the locks, the ECHO app allows you perform multiple functions including:
Effortlessly switch locks between its 3 flexible operating modes
Allocate lockers to users / grant user access
Send emails to users for account creation
Unlock ‘blocked’ lockers
FLEXIBLE PLANS
Choose the right plan for your needs
As standard the dashboard gives you an overview of all the ECHO locks, availability and who is using them. It also allows you to bulk upload email addresses.
The essential features for smaller locations:
Full ownership control
Control hub for seamless lock management
Effortlessly approve and manage user accounts
Import users in bulk
Try the Standard Plan for FREE on a 30-day trial! Just click the button in the App and sign-up today.
The Pro version gives you all the features of the Standard version, but with advanced functionality – including usage reports by lock and the ability to restrict the number of locks per user.
Advanced features for full control and enterprise-level storage:
Add unlimited admin users
Easily transfer ownership
Assign multiple locks per user
Manage multiple locations
Monitor lock use
Access comprehensive use reports including audit trails
Ready to upgrade? Simply click the button in your ECHO app now!
ECHO in action
Take a closer look
ECHO
When it comes to testing new technology, there’s no tougher audience than teenagers. They’re tech-savvy, quick to judge and rarely sugar-coat their opinions. So when ZST Suwalki, a technical secondary school in Poland, agreed to trial our ECHO smart locks, we knew we’d get honest feedback – and a serious test of performance.
Facing the challenge of providing secure storage without the constraints of mains power or extensive IT infrastructure, Facilities Manager Mero Estesphan selected the ECHO lock system.
ECHO lock is so unique, the best way to see how well it works is to try it in person. Book your ECHO demonstration and see why smart locks will never be the same again.
No, you can manage as many users as needed through the ECHO app, which allows for assigning, revoking, or modifying access permissions.
ECHO offers three modes: Public Mode (open to anyone), Private Mode (exclusive access), and Registered Public Mode (pre-approved access only).
The ECHO lock works with most NFC-enabled smartphones. Just download the ECHO app from your app store.
Yes, ECHO uses Advanced Encryption Standard (AES) for secure, government-level protection of each access session.
The ECHO lock uses NFC technology, harvesting a small amount of energy from your smartphone to power the lock. Just tap your phone, and you’re ready to go—no batteries needed.
The basic ECHO app is free for essential lock management and use. For a more advanced management experience, an enhanced version is available via a subscription to the ECHO web app, offering additional features and in-depth control options. Choose between monthly or yearly payment plans based on your needs.
