Customer Reviews for Schlage - Encode Metal Wi-Fi Deadbolt - Satin Nickel
Customer Rating
5
on April 9, 2025
Posted by: Doku
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Super easy to install via the included guide. App is straightforward with no unnecessary frills. Works reliably out of the box.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Lock was easy to install following included instructions. The app is straightforward and adding/deleting users is simple. It was also easy to connect to the Alexa app and to set up use with a smart speaker.
The reasons for 4 stars: -The thumb turn is loose. In the locked/unlocked positions you can jiggle it. Photos attached show how far the thumb turn can go to the left/right when it’s unlocked. According to the FAQs this is normal and there’s no fix. -The notification option in the app is very basic. The only options are to be notified when door is locked/unlocked. It would be nice if you could specify what users or type of lock/unlock to receive notifications for. I don’t need a notification if I use my code to unlock it or if the thumb turn is used because.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I removed my old lock and installed my Schlage Encore lock in approximately 20 minutes including down loading and setting up the app. I love the look and the remote access is cool.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Works great. Nice app ui. Connects easily. I like the wifi and Bluetooth options. If I'm home and the wifi goes out, I still have control through Bluetooth. First set of Duracell batteries lasted almost 6 months with heavy daily use. Notifications work very well. Connects with Alexa. It's easy to set up access codes. All around very solid lock. I bought a couple of cheaper wifi locks (about a hundred each) for my back doors and there's an obvious the gap in quality. For example, the lock itself is only Bluetooth; the wifi connectivity is through a little hub that has to be within 10 yards of the lock. It works, but the app ui feels cheap, and the updates to get the status of the lock don't work, and the response is slower. So I'm actually glad I got to compare because it really shows how high quality this schlage lock is.
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I’ve had a Schlage lock for eight years. The lock never had any problems so I updated to a more recent version. Absolutely love it.