Which type of automatic garage door is suitable for Thai homes?

Which Automatic Garage Door is Right for Thai Homes? Comparing Remote vs. Smartphone Control (Smart Garage Door)
In an era where Thai homes are increasingly adopting "Smart Homes," automatic garage doors have become a feature that enhances convenience, safety, and a modern look. They also help prevent accidents such as thieves climbing into the garage or the risk of opening the door themselves at night when getting out of the car.

The important question is...
Should I choose a remote garage door or a smartphone-controlled smart garage door?

This article outlines everything Thais need to know before deciding to install one.

What is an automatic garage door?

It is a garage door that opens and closes with a motorized system, eliminating the need to manually push it. It's ideal for both residential and home offices and comes with safety features such as:

An obstacle-stop system (Safety Sensor),

Automatic locking system when fully closed,

Theft alarm/burglar alarm.

There are four main types of automatic garage doors available in Thailand:

Door Type
Features
Suitable for homes
Single-panel up and over doors
Affordable price
Large frontage
Roll-up Shutters
Save space
Townhomes and narrow houses
Sectional Doors
Quiet and beautiful
Premium homes
Left-right sliding doors
For small spaces
Long houses with limited ceiling space

Factors for choosing a garage door for Thai homes
Factors
Why it's important
Front of house
Narrow = choose a roll-up type
Garage ceiling
Too low = use a side sliding door
Weather
Thailand is very humid, must have good rust protection
Security systems
Beware of thieves stealing the entire door
Budget
Starting at 25,000–120,000+ baht
Control system
Remote control or smartphone
But what's truly changing the market is...
Smart Control has replaced traditional remote controls

Remote Garage Door vs. Smartphone Control (Smart Garage Door)