How Much Does KeyMe Cost?

Updated on July 9, 2026 | Written by Alec Pow
This article was researched using 9 sources. See our methodology and corrections policy.

KeyMe usually costs about $5 to $10 for a standard house key at a kiosk, while online house-key copies start at $11.99 and online car-key copies start at $34.99 through KeyMe’s online key copy page. RFID fobs and access cards cost $24.99 when dispensed at a kiosk or $29.99 when mailed, according to KeyMe’s RFID fob FAQ.

The final price depends on whether you copy a plain house key, apartment key, mailbox key, office key, RFID fob, access card, traditional car key, transponder key, or smart key. Kiosk copies are usually the cheapest KeyMe option, while mailed keys, fobs, car keys, and locksmith-dispatched work cost more.

KeyMe cost is not one flat number anymore. A simple brass key may be a few dollars at a kiosk, but a car key or building fob can turn into a quote-based job with shipping, programming, or locksmith service.

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• Basic KeyMe kiosk house keys commonly cost about $5 to $10 (at $30 per hour, earning that amount would take about 10 to 20 minutes, before taxes).
• Online house-key copies start at $11.99 with free shipping.
• Online car-key copies start at $34.99, before any vehicle-specific programming or service needs.
• RFID fobs and access cards cost $24.99 if dispensed at the kiosk or $29.99 if mailed.
• KeyMe says it has a 100% money-back guarantee and gives kiosk customers 45 days to request a refund.
• Locksmith-dispatch work is quote-based and should not be treated like a cheap kiosk copy.

KeyMe Cost By Service Type

KeyMe service	Typical cost	What the price usually means
Standard kiosk house key	$5 to $10 (about 10 to 20 minutes at $30 per hour)	Common residential or office key copied at a kiosk
Online house key	From $11.99	Order from home with free shipping
Online car key	From $34.99	Vehicle-key order before any extra programming or service needs
RFID fob or access card	$24.99 to $29.99	Kiosk-dispensed or mailed RFID duplicate
Mobile locksmith service	Quote-based	Lockout, rekey, repair, install, or car-key service
Dealership car-key replacement	Often $100 to $500+	OEM key, fob, programming, and dealer labor

CLK Supplies says KeyMe prices commonly run around $5 to $10 for standard key copies, with digital or mailed replacements costing more depending on service, in its key-copy pricing guide. That is a better current range than the old fixed $3.99 figure.

What You Are Actually Buying

KeyMe is a key-copy and locksmith network built around self-service kiosks, online key ordering, car-key support, RFID duplication, and mobile locksmith dispatch. The kiosk scans a supported key, chooses a matching blank, cuts the duplicate, and either dispenses it immediately or ships it if that key type is not stocked in the machine.

It is not the same as a local locksmith counter. A kiosk is fast and convenient for common keys, but a locksmith can inspect worn originals, cut from code, rekey locks, install hardware, handle restricted systems, and diagnose lock problems. KeyMe sits between a basic key machine and a full locksmith.

Kiosk Copies vs Online Key Orders

The cheapest KeyMe experience is usually a supported key copied at the kiosk. The kiosk confirms the price before checkout, and the copy may be made immediately if the blank is available. Shopper reports commonly put basic kiosk keys around $5 to $8, with one Clark.com reviewer paying about $7 per standard key in a KeyMe kiosk review.

Online orders are different. KeyMe’s online ordering page currently lists house keys from $11.99 (about 24 minutes at $30 per hour) and car keys from $34.99. The higher house-key price pays for the convenience of ordering without visiting a kiosk and having the key shipped.

This is the do-not-compare point: a $7 kiosk key and an $11.99 online key are not the same purchase. One is self-service retail duplication. The other includes online ordering and shipping.

Car Keys, Transponders, And Programming

The old article gave fixed car-key prices such as $89, $129, and $159. Those numbers should not be used as current pricing. KeyMe now says car-key cost depends on the make and model and that customers should contact KeyMe or visit a kiosk for a personalized quote through its locksmith FAQ.

KeyMe says it supports more than 38,000 make, model, and year combinations for key and push-button ignitions, and that it offers car-key duplication and fob programming on its main service page. That does not mean every car key is a quick kiosk copy.

Programming is the hidden cost. A metal emergency key can be cheap compared with a transponder, remote-head key, proximity fob, or push-button smart key. The car may need pairing or programming after the blade is cut.

RFID Fobs And Access Cards

KeyMe can copy many RFID fobs and access cards used for apartments, offices, gyms, and shared amenities. KeyMe says most kiosks support RFID fobs and cards, with some dispensed at the kiosk and others shipped by mail.

The current official RFID prices are clear: dispensable RFID copies are $24.99, and mail-order RFID copies are $29.99. KeyMe also says it offers RFID cards, fobs, and an RFID option that looks like a key.

Building rules matter. A copied access fob may violate a lease, condo rule, office policy, or access-control agreement. A working copy is not the same as an authorized copy.

Refunds, Guarantees, And Bad Copies

KeyMe says it offers a 100% money-back guarantee on products and services, and kiosk customers have 45 days from purchase to request a full refund if they are not satisfied with the key, according to the company’s money-back guarantee page.

The guarantee helps with a bad key, but it does not remove the practical problem of being stuck with a copy that fails at the door. A worn original, wrong blank, unusual keyway, or lock problem can still cost time and a second trip.

For urgent move-ins, rentals, or travel, test the duplicate before relying on it. A refund is useful, but a working spare is the real goal.

KeyMe vs MinuteKey, Ace, And Locksmiths

MinuteKey is usually the closest self-service comparison for basic house keys. MinuteKey’s model is similar: kiosk-first, low-cost duplication for common keys, with additional car-key services at some retailers. KeyMe has a wider online and RFID story, while MinuteKey often competes on simple kiosk convenience.

Ace Hardware says stores can copy most house keys, office keys, padlock keys, and some automotive keys in about five minutes or less through its key cutting page. A staffed counter can be better when the original is worn or the machine needs a human to choose the right blank.

Locksmiths cost more for simple duplicates, but they solve harder problems. KeyMe’s own locksmith-cost guide says service costs vary by job and can include lockouts, rekeying, car keys, lock repair, and installation through its locksmith cost guide.

Hidden Costs

KeyMe is cheap when the key is common and the copy works. The cost changes when the job moves outside that simple case.

• Mail delivery: online and unsupported kiosk keys may be shipped instead of dispensed.
• Programming: transponder and smart car keys can require extra service.
• Bad original keys: worn or bent keys can produce bad copies.
• Restricted keys: office, building, or high-security keys may be unsupported or unauthorized.
• RFID policy issues: building fob copies may violate lease or workplace rules.
• Emergency locksmith service: lockouts and repairs are quote-based, not kiosk-priced.
• Second-trip cost: a failed key can cost time even with a refund.

Three KeyMe Cost Scenarios

One spare apartment key: A renter copies a common house key at a kiosk for $7. If it works, the job is cheaper and faster than a locksmith counter.

Apartment fob backup: A tenant copies a compatible RFID fob for $24.99 at a kiosk or $29.99 by mail. The tenant should check lease and building rules before using the copy.

Car-key replacement: A driver starts with the online car-key price of $34.99, but the real quote depends on vehicle make, key type, and programming. A basic metal key and a push-button smart fob are not the same job.

Landlord Copying Keys And Fobs

Assume a landlord needs six house keys and two RFID fobs for a small rental turnover. The house keys cost $7 each, so six keys cost $42.

Two RFID fobs at $24.99 each cost $49.98. The pre-tax total is $91.98.

If one house key fails and has to be remade at a hardware counter for $5 before the refund is handled, the short-term cash outlay becomes $96.98. The key copies are still inexpensive compared with a locksmith visit, but fobs make up more than half the total.

When KeyMe Is Worth Using

Makes sense if:

• You need a common house, apartment, mailbox, office, or padlock key.
• You want a fast copy at a store without waiting for a clerk.
• You need an RFID fob copy and the building rules allow it.
• You want an online house key shipped to you.
• You can test the copy before relying on it.

Does not make sense if:

• The original key is worn, bent, restricted, or high-security.
• You need a guaranteed car-key program done immediately.
• You need lock repair, rekeying, or deadbolt installation.
• Your landlord, employer, or building prohibits copied fobs.
• A local locksmith can inspect the problem and fix the lock, not just copy the key.

What We Checked

• Checked KeyMe’s current online ordering prices for house keys and car keys on the company’s online key-copy page.
• Confirmed RFID fob and access-card pricing through KeyMe’s RFID FAQ.
• Verified KeyMe’s current money-back guarantee and 45-day kiosk refund window.
• Checked KeyMe’s car-key and locksmith FAQ language, which says vehicle pricing depends on make and model.
• Cross-referenced kiosk key-copy prices against Clark.com and CLK Supplies.
• Compared alternatives using Ace Hardware’s key-cutting page and KeyMe’s locksmith-cost guide.

Related Key And Kiosk Costs

KeyMe is only one option in the duplicate-key market. For a broader baseline, compare it with the general cost to copy a key. If you mainly need a simple retail kiosk, the MinuteKey cost comparison is useful. For other self-service retail machines, the cost of a Kodak kiosk shows how kiosk-based services price convenience.

Answers to Common Questions

How much does KeyMe cost for a house key?

A kiosk house key often costs about $5 to $10. Online house-key orders start at $11.99.

How much does KeyMe charge for RFID fobs?

KeyMe lists RFID fobs and cards at $24.99 if dispensed at the kiosk or $29.99 if mailed.

Can KeyMe copy car keys?

Yes, KeyMe supports many car-key types, but the final cost depends on vehicle make, model, key type, and programming needs.

Does KeyMe offer refunds?

Yes. KeyMe says kiosk customers have 45 days from purchase to request a full refund if they are not satisfied.

Is KeyMe cheaper than a locksmith?

For basic key copies, often yes. For rekeying, lock repair, high-security keys, and difficult car keys, a locksmith may be the better choice.