igloohome Smart PadLock 2 is the successor to the igloohome Smart PadLock which was launched three years ago. The changes are mostly on the hardware side.

One of the major differences is using a rechargeable lithium battery which is chargeable via the USB-C port. If the Padlock 2 battery is flat, you can charge it using a power bank instead of a 9V alkaline battery.

Padlock 2 is also rated IPX7, an improvement over the IP66 on PadLock 1. IPX7 means the PadLock 2 is waterproof, allowing it to be used outdoors. IP66 means it is just water resistant. You can use it outdoors, but it has to be sheltered.

In addition to IPX7, PadLock 2 is also MIL-STD-810H certified and features a fully tamper-proof design. The shackle can withstand 15kN cutting, 5kN pulling, and 100Nm twisting force.

Below is a table highlighting all the differences.

Type PadLock 2 PadLock
Body (W x H x D) 55 x 78 x 38 mm 55 x 70 x 32 mm
Shackle (W x H) 24.3 x 35.6 mm 26 x 24 mm
Shackle Diameter 8.7 mm 9 mm
Weight 500 g 450 g
Material (Body) Zinc Alloy, Stainless Steel, Rubber
Material (Shackle) Hardered Steel
Modes Of Access (Entry) PIN code, Bluetooth Key
Battery Rechargeable Lithium Battery CR2 Lithium Battery
Battery Life Up To 9 Months Up To 12 Months
Emergency Power USB-C 9V Alkaline Battery
Certifications IPX7, CE, FCC, ISED, UKCA, UN38.3, ISED, RoHS2, MIL-STD 810H CE, FCC, IP66
Price S$219 S$181

Unboxing

igloohome Smart Padlock 2 - Packaging Front
igloohome Smart Padlock 2 – Packaging Front
igloohome Smart Padlock 2 - Packaging Back
igloohome Smart Padlock 2 – Packaging Back
igloohome Smart Padlock 2 - Packaging
igloohome Smart Padlock 2 – Packaging
igloohome Smart Padlock 2 - Packaging Contents
igloohome Smart Padlock 2 – Packaging Contents

Design
Despite having the same width as PadLock 1, PadLock 2 looks slimmer from the front because it is taller (78 mm vs. 70 mm). Despite being slimmer in front, it is thicker on the side (38 mm vs. 32 mm) and heavier (500 g vs. 450 g).

igloohome Smart Padlock 2 - Front
igloohome Smart Padlock 2 – Front

The shackle is chrome plated for rust resistance. I prefer the “color” of Padlock 2 compared to the black shackle of Padlock 1. The black on Padlock 1 makes me feel the paint will fall off due to wear and tear.

igloohome Smart Padlock 2 - Open
igloohome Smart Padlock 2 – Open

The body is also powder coated for corrosion resistance.

igloohome Smart Padlock 2 - Back
igloohome Smart Padlock 2 – Back

The shackle on PadLock 2 is also slimmer (24.3mm vs. 26 mm) and taller (35.6 mm vs. 24 mm). Its diameter also is lesser by 0.3 mm (8.7 mm vs. 9 mm).

igloohome Smart Padlock 2 - Top
igloohome Smart Padlock 2 – Top

Instead of the 9V alkaline battery connector at the bottom of the PadLock, you now have a USB-C Port.

igloohome Smart Padlock 2 - Bottom
igloohome Smart Padlock 2 – Bottom
igloohome Smart Padlock 2 - Bottom - Open
igloohome Smart Padlock 2 – Bottom – Open

Setup
The setup is straightforward. You will have to use the igloohome app on iOS or Android. A revamp of the App is coming up sometime in June 2023.

Igloohome iOS App - Menu
Igloohome iOS App – Menu

PadLock 2 is not indicated in the App, so that you can choose PadLock.

Igloohome iOS App - Setup
Igloohome iOS App – Setup
Igloohome iOS App - Home
Igloohome iOS App – Home

Here are some settings of the PadLock 2.

Igloohome iOS App - Settings
Igloohome iOS App – Settings
Igloohome iOS App - Settings - Bluetooth
Igloohome iOS App – Settings – Bluetooth

Using It
Similar to PadLock 1, PadLock 2 is designed to be front-facing, like on lockers or gates. I have no issues using it as a padlock on my HDB gate.

igloohome Smart Padlock 2 - Front Facing
igloohome Smart Padlock 2 – Front Facing

I find the PadLock 2 fits better on my HDB gate when compared to PadLock 1. Because it is taller and slightly thinner, the shackle has more room to wiggle, making it easier to rotate to remove it from the gate.

igloohome Smart Padlock 2 - Back Facing
igloohome Smart Padlock 2 – Back Facing

There are two ways to unlock PadLock 2, which is identical to PadLock 1. PIN code directly on the padlock or via Bluetooth using the Igloohome App.

Igloohome iOS App - Access
Igloohome iOS App – Access

You can create a permanent PIN, a temporary PIN with a duration, or a one-time PIN. For Bluetooth unlocking, you can unlock it using your own Igloohome App or give access to another Bluetooth key on any Igloohome App.

Igloohome iOS App - Create Access
Igloohome iOS App – Create Access

A new feature called Auto Unlock is also available in PadLock 1. What it does is it uses geofencing to detect your location and then uses Bluetooth to trigger an unlock to the PadLock when you are near it. This feature works perfectly. There is no need to fiddle with your phone to unlock it using the App or key in the pin on the padlock.

This works well for me, and I love this feature. When I exit the lift and walk towards my unit, I can hear my PadLock 2 being unlocked automatically.

Igloohome iOS App - Auto Unlock
Igloohome iOS App – Auto Unlock

Do note that Auto Unlock will only work with one PadLock per account, which is weird. I hope they fix it in future updates.

Igloohome iOS App - Auto Unlock
Igloohome iOS App – Auto Unlock

A minor nitpick is they do not separate Auto Unlock and Unlock via App in the Logs. Both are being grouped as Unlock via App.

Igloohome iOS App - Logs
Igloohome iOS App – Logs

Conclusion
igloohome Smart PadLock 2 is one of the best smart padlocks out there. So if you are looking for a smart padlock, I recommend getting this PadLock 2.

Also, if you cannot use a digital lock on your gate for any reason and still want to make your gate “smart,” PadLock 2 will also suit your needs.

igloohome Smart Padlock 2
igloohome Smart Padlock 2