When motorising a roller shutter or replacing a tired motor, two names always come up: Somfy, the French benchmark, and AOK, the challenger with aggressive value for money. Our field comparison.
Somfy: the ecosystem and longevity
- Proven reliability and a lifespan often beyond 15 years
- 5-year manufacturer warranty and a very dense after-sales network
- Complete smart-home ecosystem (TaHoma, io-homecontrol, RTS)
- Higher price: expect 30 to 50% more than an equivalent AOK
AOK: value for money
- Attractive pricing at equivalent torque, ideal for equipping several openings
- Serious build quality and a full radio range
- More limited ecosystem and a smaller repair network
- Generally shorter warranty depending on the distributor
Our technicians' verdict
For a smart-home-equipped main residence or a shop that works its shutter daily, Somfy justifies its premium through durability and after-sales service. For a tight budget, a rental or secondary openings, AOK delivers excellent service. In every case, matching motor torque to curtain weight matters more than the brand: an undersized motor, whatever the make, will wear out prematurely.
Our technicians install and replace both brands throughout Île-de-France and will advise you free of charge on the right torque for your installation.