Product Review · Smart Locks & Video Doorbells · #2 Ranked
Schlage Encode
Most-reviewed Wi-Fi deadbolt · Reviewed by Drew · amazon.com live, Sept 9 2026
Why it scored a 86
At $229.00, the Schlage Encode is the category benchmark with 16,600 ratings, and it earns it: Warranty scores 100 on limited lifetime mechanical and finish coverage plus three years on electronics, Quality leads at 88 for the highest BHMA residential grade, and Reliability sits at 88. Features are a solid 80 with built-in Wi-Fi, no hub, 100 access codes, a tamper alarm, and auto-lock. Value lands at 80 because six-month battery life on four AAs is the common complaint, and this matte-black ASIN ships from a third-party seller rather than Schlage. It is for a homeowner who wants the safest long-term buy in a Wi-Fi deadbolt.
What you're getting
- Built-in Wi-Fi, no hub; Schlage Home app with 100 access codes
- BHMA highest residential grade for security, durability, finish
- Fingerprint-resistant touchscreen with built-in tamper alarm
- Auto-lock with delay options; one-touch locking
- 4 AA batteries, about 6 months (Wi-Fi drains faster)
- Works with Alexa, Google and Key by Amazon
- Limited lifetime mechanical/finish; 3-year electronics warranty
ViperScore breakdown
At a glance
- Built-in Wi-Fi, no hub; 100 access codes
- BHMA highest residential grade; tamper alarm
- Lifetime mechanical/finish, 3-year electronics warranty
- Price$229.00
- TierMost-reviewed Wi-Fi deadbolt
- Category rank#2 of 10
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