2024 the best smart lock review
Price: $243.51 - $217.53
(as of Nov 14, 2024 17:43:11 UTC - Details)
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Schlage encode smart Wi-Fi deadbolt offers peace of mind from anywhere by allowing you to remotely manage your lock via the Schlage home app or Key by Amazon app. There’s no need to purchase an extra accessory/hub to connect to your lock from anywhere it will connect to your home’s Wi-Fi signal similar to your laptop, making it easy and intuitive to use. Graded best in security, durability and finish by industry experts, Schlage encode smart Wi-Fi deadbolt offers the advanced features of secure encryption and built-in alarm technology. This innovative, smart deadbolt is available in a variety of styles and finishes that pair perfectly with Schlage interior door hardware, creating a cohesive look throughout the home. as well as the strength and durability you can expect from a brand with more than 95 years of experience.
Built-in WiFi allows you to lock/unlock from anywhere, plus set up guest access codes for recurring, temporary or permanent access when paired with the Schlage Home app or Key by Amazon app, no additional accessories required
For additional convenience, enjoy voice commands via Alexa or Google Assistant
Create and manage up to 100 access codes for trusted friends and family to use with the fingerprint-resistant, capacitive touchscreen with easy one-touch locking
Built-in alarm technology senses potential security breaches at the lock
Easy to install with just a screwdriver. Unique Snap ‘n Stay technology snaps the deadbolt onto the door so both hands are free during installation
Guaranteed to fit standard doors (1-3/8 in. to 1-3/4 in. door thickness and 2-3/8 in. or 2-3/4 in. backset)
Backed by a limited lifetime mechanical and finish warranty--see Schlage warranty for full details
Reviewer: RoadiJeff
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Quality Lock With Many Features
Review: The instructions in the box plus an installation video that popped up on my phone when I scanned a barcode in the user manual made this a rather easy installation process. I replaced a basic mechanical Schlage deadbolt lock, so the holes were already there.I like the many features such as assigning temporary access codes, auto-locking after a specified time, being able to control and configure everything via the free Schlage Home app and various other things. Now our house-sitter won't lock herself out of the house again when we are away on vacation.It has a BHMA Grade 1 rating, according to the specifications sheet, which is considered the best of the best in locks.You can create from 4-8 digit access codes and store up to 100 different codes via the app.I also like that it is WiFi compatible right out of the box and it doesn't require an aftermarket hub to connect it through. Mine quickly found and connected directly to my home network router. It only works with 2.4GHz, not 5GHz. Not a big deal with me, I have both. It is Android and iPhone compatible, works with Alexa, Google Assist and my Ring security camera app.So far, I haven't found anything that I do not like about this Schlage Encode. After slightly more than six months since I installed this it shows 39% battery life in the app with WiFi enabled the entire time, so it drops about 10% per month. It looks nice, too. I will update my review if something changes.Here are some hopefully helpful hints to pass on after reading some other reviews where people were having trouble.1. If the battery life on yours is short, make sure that the lock bolt does not bind. There should be no extra friction when you manually operate the lock via the lever, whether you do that with the door open or closed.2. If you cannot see the keypad numbers at night, press the Home button in the bottom left corner of the keypad to wake it up and then you can enter the access code.
Reviewer: MichaelJ
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title: Installed today. Installation and setup were pretty straightforward.
Review: 6/27/20 update: still no major issues to date. The lock âjust worksâ. We donât think anything special about it day to day and thatâs probably as it should be. Only complaint long term is only way to light the panel at night is to touch a button. Best so far is to memorize wheee the lock button is and press that as it wonât register as a number entry. Batteries donât last quite as long as they claim (no surprise) but itâs not been particularly hungry either using amazonâs batteries.8/17/19 update: still going strong. Schlage has released several firmware updates but I havenât been able to tell any difference. So that part has been seamless.I use the Schlage app and not Amazon Key and have had zero problems to date. The lock can not be in both modes at the same time. Itâs either an Amazon Key or using Schlage. Without a camera for Amazon to open your front door Iâm not sure of the use of letting Amazon manage your lock. The lock in Schlage mode works fine with Alexa.A few hiccups with the app early on where it would act like it forgot or couldnât find the lock. But that hasnât happened now for quite a bit. That may have been part of the firmware updates.Anyhow Iâd buy it again. Only complaint is that they are expensive and you have to have a locksmith to rekey them if you have more than one and want the keys to match.Original review: Bought this to replace an old Kwikset that had the finish worn off from years in the Florida sun. We will see how well this finish lasts (I replaced the door handle with a matching set as well).Installation was pretty straight forward, though I did have to do a little work on the door jam to install the deeper double plate that comes with Schlage locks (this is important BTW, as it's what gives these locks a better break in resistance rating over their competitors. Without that plate and extra long screws your lock installation isn't as secure as it otherwise would be). This unit is much quieter than the lock is replaced, and it's also more compact. I can still hear it, but it's not that loud. I also had to go and find some door paint to touch up the areas the old lock covered that this one doesn't.The app gets bad reviews, but I think that's because of some of the other locks and not so much the app itself. With this lock, I had zero problems installing it and setting it up. It took a few minutes to join my network and probably 3-5 minutes to do the firmware update. The Alexa skill was also quick and mostly painless.I also setup an account for my wife and shared the lock permissions with her, so she can do everything from her phone as well except delete the lock from her account. Getting this part to work is a little tricky, since it's not well documented. I only figured out because a Shlage rep had posted on here in reply to one of the other negative reviews about what you needed to do. You have to give them a virtual key but to do that the app wants, on an iPhone anyhow, to automatically share something but it doesn't tell you what. After some fumbling around I figured out it wanted to send the text of an e-mail with a onetime use password. The app should just do this automatically instead of opening the iOS share menu, as things like AirDrop don't work (or better yet MAKE AirDrop work for this so I can do the exchange that way!). Likewise, on my wife's phone the link from this e-mail opened the app store and then took me to the app page which allowed me to launch the app and then it asked me for that code. Seems like the link should just ask if you want to open the app and do that (like Facebook does).Lastly, the app doesn't know your type of lock in advance, so it gives you the option to use HomeKit right from the first screen, but this lock doesn't support HomeKit. So that might cause people some grief as well.Overall, I'd say 5 stars for the lock and 3.5 stars for the app, but mostly because of the lack of directions for the shared setup I noted above. I applaud Schlage for participating in reviews and hopefully they will take the feedback to heart. Let's also hope they spent more than a few minutes thinking about the security of this thing and employed some smart people in the use of good crypto, nonces, etc. so it's really secure and not hackable. No excuses for that in this day and age when there are many competent security professionals they can pay to design these things.
Reviewer: jeri
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: I had door installers put these on a new door for me (not a locksmith). Then I had someone else set it up for me. The app works great, takes only 1-2 seconds to respond. I was a little lost at first but the guide on Schlage's blog helped me out a lot. Easy to set up new users and virtual keys. Love it! It looks really pretty too ^_^ I bought mine with the matching handle and interior door levers 🙂
Reviewer: Edward Jay
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: - great on battery life- great app- works well- built well
Reviewer: Sami Riad
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: Been using now for over 2 years now and quick notification when lock or unlock
Reviewer: Lui
Rating: 4.0 out of 5 stars
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Review: Bought it on September 13th 2023 still working good. Need to change the battery twice a year. But I get a slow response once in awhile on my phone. I like the app, simple to use.
Reviewer: martine gauthier
Rating: 5.0 out of 5 stars
Title:
Review: très facile d'installation le seul hic est que la clé ne fonctionne pas, dispendieux mais je n'ai pas trouvé mieux
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Customers like the ease of installation, functionality, and quality of the lock. They mention it's a breeze to install and integrates with their Ring system. Some also say it looks great and is easy to use. However, some customers have mixed opinions on the wifi connection, lock functionality, and battery life.
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