[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I had a Sense lock that ceased to work and needed to be replaced. I use Apple Home Kit so the lock needed to be compatible with Apple. I looked at Aqara U400 but, they use a lot of plastic and they are NOT Grade 1 Security. So it was a no brainer to go with Shlage because it’s GRADE 1 Security Rated. I had an issue with connecting my wife’s iPhone to the Home key feature. It took me several hours to figure it out. It was NOT caused by Shlage, it was her iPhone setting . I had to go into settings, open Face ID & PASSCODE, scroll down to Wallet and turn it ON. Now it works flawlessly with her iPhone. She’s happy now (Happy wife happy life)!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Reselected this to be compatible interfacing with Apple, Home and Apple phones and watches. Haven’t had a long, but we love it. The installation was very simple - the only issue we had was adjusting our lock plate by a few millimeters to securely close the door. The Camelot trim looks fantastic. The connectivity and interface. took a minute because it was difficult to concise instructions to add it to the Apple HomeKit ( in our case it is our Apple TV.) Love the feature that you can have it lock after a certain designated time. And that you can lock it or unlock it remotely if necessary. Extremely helpful being that a two-story house so you don’t have to run downstairs to open it and it also prevents having to put your stuff down to lock it from the outside when leaving the house with full hands.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] If you are managing a condo and still using those old-school manual key boxes, do yourself a favor: Stop.
I recently upgraded to the Schlage Encode Wi-Fi Enabled Lock, and to say it’s a "game changer" is an understatement. For years, I relied on my cleaning team to manually change the code on a physical key box. It was a recipe for disaster, especially during high-stress periods like Christmas and New Year’s. I spent way too many nights lying awake wondering if the code was actually changed or if my next guest was going to be stranded in the cold.
Why It’s a Literal Life-Saver:
• Customized Access: I can now set guest codes to match their phone numbers. It’s easier for them to remember and makes the check-in process feel high-end and personal.
• Total Visibility: I get real-time notifications. I can see exactly when my guests arrive, when the cleaning crew finishes up, and when management enters for maintenance.
• Seamless Management: I’ve set up dedicated access for: • The Cleaning Team • The Management Company • Friends & Family
• Remote Control: No more "did I lock the door?" panic. I can check the status and lock up from anywhere in the world via the app.
The Verdict The shift from a manual key box to the Schlage Encode has removed a massive layer of anxiety from my life. I no longer worry about "key box challenges" during the holidays. I have great comfort knowing exactly who is coming and going at all times.
If you want your sleep back and a professional-grade security setup for your condo, this is the only way to go. Highly recommended!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We had an older version that died after 9 years due to a pressure washer accident. This new one has been even better. I just wish you could set the auto lock feature longer. It locks too quick.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This product is great! Easy installation and setup. The features are exactly what we were looking for in a lock. The ability to set codes for several people and control when they can access our home. The app is easy to use giving the ability to connect from anywhere.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The Encode Plus Smart WiFi dead bolt lock was the easiest to install and setup. The App makes it easy to unlock and lock your door when your home or away no more guessing if you forget to lock up! Love this thing.