Our review model is the more traditional Camelot trim, available in Satin Nickel and Aged Bronze. Like the older Schlage Connect deadbolt we reviewed back in 2015, Encode is available in a range of finishes and trims. Obviously, that varies on usage, but it sounds reasonable. Schlage tells us that the lock should operate for up to six months using the four AA batteries supplied in box.
Our question is whether all of this smart connectivity can be delivered without users continually swapping out batteries. There’s even a metal keyhole for those that like to keep it old-school.
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If all that connectivity sounds like science fiction to friends and neighbors less-familiar with technology, an integrated touchscreen keypad on the lock’s front face allows easy access via a private PIN code and one-tap locking when you’re on your way out. Add Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa voice control, and it’s clear that this is one lock that likes to make friends. Alongside remote access, this lock an be controlled via a range of third-party applications, including support for Key by Amazon, Amazon’s Cloud Cam, and Ring security products, as well as the updated Schlage Home app (previously branded Schlage Sense). Wi-Fi support opens up a host of innovative features and integrations that differentiates Schlage Encode from the pack. Wi-Fi chips typically drain power more quickly, which is why those Wi-Fi bridge accessories plug straight into a power outlet. Bluetooth-enabled locks (particularly those supporting the latest protocols) sip power, ensuring longer battery life. This sounds like an obvious step – so why don’t all smart locks support Wi-Fi out of the box? It’s all about battery life. The $250 Schlage Encode smart lock goes one better, with integrated Wi-Fi connectivity that removes the need for (and additional expense of) a plug-in bridge. Some, like August Smart Locks, offer standalone Wi-Fi bridges that allow the device to connect to your home network for remote monitoring and access.
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Most have been Bluetooth devices that pair locally with your smartphone.
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