Customer Reviews for Schlage - Encode Plus Metal Wi-Fi Deadbolt with Century Trim - Matte Black
Customer Rating
5
Great lock
on June 10, 2026
Posted by: DC23
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We love the ease & security if our new Schlage Encode Plus Deadbolt. It was pretty easy to install & looks great! Using the app to lock & unlock the door is very convenient.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have tried cheaper brands, but this deadbolt was very much worth every penny! I replaced an existing conventional deadbolt on my lake house, and it was straightforward and easy. It’s very sturdy, and setup on WiFi was simple with interface connection instructions clear. I can check it and operate it from my iPhone and Apple Watch. The inside actuator is easy enough to turn for the kids to operate, and the outside keypad is easy to see and use. The bolt throw is more substantial than the conventional one I replaced, and is slightly tapered to facilitate its smooth entry into the reinforced door jam. In my opinion this thing is perfect. Exceptionally pleased!
Great lock with great app and easy to use features
on June 8, 2026
Posted by: Remnant MGMT
from Overland Park, KS
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've been using 3 of these for about 6 weeks. The smart lock was easy to install whether as a replacement or new. Set up with the app was just as easy. Integration with my property management software has been flawless. No issues so far. I've liked them so much that the one I installed on my house as a test is going to stay!
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Best Home Security Upgrade I’ve Ever Made!
After deciding it was finally time to take our home security seriously, I did a ton of research and landed on the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt with Century Trim in Matte Black — and wow, I am so glad I did.
First, the look. The matte black Century trim is absolutely stunning on my front door. It has this bold, modern edge that immediately made my entryway feel more premium. Neighbors have literally stopped to ask about it.
The Alexa integration is seamless. I just say “Alexa, lock the front door” before bed and that’s it — no getting up, no second-guessing myself at 2am wondering if I remembered to lock up. The auto-lock feature also has my back as a failsafe, which gives me serious peace of mind.
What really sold me on the security side is knowing this lock carries the highest BHMA certification across security, durability, AND finish. This isn’t a gimmicky smart lock — it’s a genuinely tough, well-built deadbolt that happens to be brilliantly smart too.
The Schlage Home app is intuitive, setup took maybe 20 minutes, and the battery life has been impressive — no hub needed, just my existing WiFi. After years of relying on a basic deadbolt, this feels like a completely different level of protection. I sleep better knowing this is on my door.