Encode Plus Smart Wi-Fi Lock for Front Door, Keyless Entry Deadbolt, Unlock with Apple Watch, Built-in WiFi and App Control, Easy Install, Alexa & Apple HomeKit Compatible, Satin Nickel

First and foremost, this lock is incredibly easy to install. It’s amazing to be able to connect to the internet and unlock your house from anywhere, or to know who’s coming and going. The color is perfect and matches our door. The lock works and functions great. We haven’t had any issues with it, such as anywhere or scratch marks, or any kind of rust. It features various combination options and allows you to set codes. You can set a code to time out after a certain period, which is useful if you have a cleaning person coming over. You can also assign specific codes to family members, and it will notify you when they enter the code and enter your house. It’s truly a perfect solution. We’ve had a few other locks in the past, but this one is the best.

PROS: First, I've read many, many articles, reviews and viewed twice as many videos searching for the best Apple HomeKit compatible smart lock. I did my homework. Bingo - Schlage Encode Plus kept coming up as the one to purchase. The "Plus" means it Apple HomeKit compatible. I bought two. I agree hands down I made the correct purchase. They have worked seamlessly from install to setup. It took longer to install (15 minutes changing out hardware, etc) than to connect to HomeKit (2 minutes). Neither was complicated or frustrating! The connectivity has been seamless. I had a need to set up temporary Codes for others including limits to what days and hours, expiration date, etc. and when miles away from home lock or unlock the door, all done easily and successfully through HomeKit App. Schlage has a wealth of information on install and setting up and connecting to HomeKit. Start first with downloading the Schlage App. Also, they have great interactive instructions available walking you through step by step. All this makes for a successful install and operation. CONS: As for features, the only downside is getting geofence capabilities to work seamlessly in HomeKit and this appears to be because of security protections with HomeKit. Overkill, let the user decide. There is no information out there about this. The focus seems to be tap your phone or watch to lock/unlock while you are standing there (can also use Siri inside, etc) but NOT on setting up Scenes and Automations which is the weak link. When set up in Scenes with my other items, lamps, etc. nothing worked properly with Automation automatically due to the "alert" that pops up on iPhone screen asking if you want to execute the Automation. For example, pulling into or out of the garage and driveway "Scene" for lock or unlock Schlage locks, turn on or off lights, etc. I have to confirm execution of Scene on my iPhone pop up notification! Bummer. I had to remove the locks from the "Scene" and all was back to normal. An alert still pops up for the locks asking to confirm. This needs improvement holistically. I'm still seeking solutions and I'm sticking with my purchases. Also, Schlage only includes one key with the lock. At this price point, two keys would be appropriate. UPDATE: 08-10-2025: Through a Siri command on my phone or watch and also via CarPlay, I'm able to lock and unlock the door(s) upon leaving and/or returning home, pulling into or out of the driveway, etc. Though I don't consider this HomeKit Automation, it's a work around. I'm still satisfied with my purchase.

Perfect if you need remote (over WiFi - you do not need to be near the lock but lock needs to be powered and connected to WiFi) access to your lock to add/delete access to your home/space. This worked dry well for us as we were renovating our home and had various contractors in and out over the last year. The WiFi connection allowed me to easily add new codes with options for permanent, recurring or temporary access. The lock looks great and fits perfectly - replacing the previous deadbolt. Compatible with smart home devices. Schlage app is easy to navigate. Note: It performed flawlessly for almost a full year - though infrequent use during that time. With regularly daily use, we started having occasion brief power failure/connectivity issues that would often correct with tapping or closing the door. Turns out this is a known issue amongst users - the battery tray has just enough wiggle room to slip out of position a lose contact causing power failure - and @selock on YouTube made a lovely video on how to fix the problem: a little cardboard shim behind the battery tray before sliding it in - and that worked brilliantly. Also, it prefers a good quality battery. We use Kirkland (made by Duracell). Otherwise, very pleased with this lock.

I’ve been using the Schlage Encode for a while now and it’s been rock solid. Installation was straightforward, it looks clean on the door, and the keypad + auto-lock is exactly the kind of “set it and forget it” convenience I wanted. Connectivity has been stable for me and the app does what it needs to. My only real downside is the battery situation. If you use auto-lock a lot and have multiple people coming/going, you’ll go through batteries faster than you’d think, and of course the low-battery moment always happens at the worst time. What helped me: I paired it with the Wi-Charge Encode Wireless Power Kit (a third-party transmitter + drop-in rechargeable module), which keeps it topped up when it has line of sight. It’s turned the whole “oh no, batteries” problem into a non-issue. Overall: excellent lock. If you’re okay changing batteries occasionally, you’ll love it. If not, consider a power solution so it stays effortless.

La instalación es sencilla (si ya tienes el agujero en la puerta ) y la configuración también es muy simple. Requiere homepod para que varios miembros de la familia entren con su iPhone, sin este sólo se puede configurar 1 iPhone

The lock looks elegant and feels premium quality. It uses NFC to set up on the iPhone Home App, making the setup process easy and error-free. I thought the lock uses WiFi for connection but my router-connected device list doesn't list the lock, making me feel the lock is offline. However, everything still works well. So I searched it up online and realized that it uses Thread for HomeKit integration YAY! I have Eve products for home automation and the Eve app shows the lock under the Thread network. Additionally, the Home Key express mode works like a charm!

Smart lock with good app, easy to install and secure. Really pleased.

I was using the old model since 10 years and it was amazing Unfortunately the software is so poor and need alot of improvement

It worked for 6 months - bought it in Feb 2025. Now the touchscreen will randomly not work and i have to remove the battery pack and reinsert to get it working. No warning as to when it will fail. My previous Schalge touchscreen lasted more than 10 years. Total disappointment as the return period is over and no warranty from Amazon. I just saw other 1 star reviews who have the same problem. AMAZON should respond to this.