![]() The back of the lock on the Schlage Encode Smart Wi-Fi Deadbolt, features a typical knob, to lock or unlock the deadbolt GearBrainĮxperienced DIYers can layout the included printed Quick Start manual for installation guidance, while beginners should follow online video-illustrated instructions. You'll also get a necessary lock bolt, jamb plates and screws hardware, plus four AA batteries rated to last about six months of normal locking/unlocking of Encode - and about half the life of similarly AA-powered smart locks. Taking Encode out of the box, you'll find a 3- by 5.5- by 2.2-inch rear battery/thumb turn component, along with a 3- by 5- by 0.9-inch out-facing touchscreen keypad. ![]() SchlageĮncode, however, doesn't include geofencing features, such as auto locking or unlocking based your proximity, functionality you get with not-so revolutionary smart locks - without built-in Wi-Fi - such as the varying versions of the pricier Yale Assure SL.įor buyers fearful of too many smart lock auto features, however, Encode is a simple, no-frills choice with a variety of physical and wireless lock/unlock options that's relatively easy to install at, considering its build quality, a reasonable price.Īs with most smart locks, Encode is available in a variety of designs and finishes: the classically flourished Camelot and the sleeker, squarer modern Century design come in matte black, bright chrome, satin nickel and aged bronze. Pictured here are the two styles (Camelot and Century) in both satin nickel and aged bronze. The Encode Smart Wi-Fi Deadbolt has two styles, with four different finishes on each: matte black, satin nickel, aged bronze and bright chrome. (Update: we recently tested this feature using a Ring Video Doorbell 4 on our test house and we were able to unlock the Encode smart lock from the Ring Live View app.) But according to Schlage, you can lock, or unlock the door, through the Live View feature in the Ring app. I live in an apartment so can't install a Ring Video Doorbell to test this functionality. Encode also can be paired with Leviton Decora smart in-wall switches and smart plugs as well as select Ring security cameras, Ring Video Doorbells and Ring Alarm systems. Schlage Encode (BE489, $249.99) builds-in Wi-Fi for Alexa and Google Assistant voice control (but not Apple Siri), which is cool and often handy. That's the promise of the new Schlage Encode Smart Lock. ![]() Yet when you buy a lock that includes Wi-Fi, you expect to get a raft of advanced features that take advantage of this upgrade. A new generation of smart locks that has built-in Wi-Fi for remote operation -instead of forcing you to buy an add-on module - is a positive step forward for consumer convenience. ![]()
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