Schlage Encode Plus Smart Lock
By Ethan Halfhide · Updated
The Schlage Encode Plus is a Wi-Fi smart deadbolt with Apple Home Key tap-to-unlock, listed at $329 MSRP on Schlage's site as of September 2026. It connects over built-in Wi-Fi with no hub marked as required, works with Alexa, Siri and Google Assistant, and is managed in the Schlage Home app. Schlage lists it as a AAA certified deadbolt.
Wi-Fi smart deadbolt with Apple Home Key and a AAA-rated deadbolt
Schlage Encode PlusProduct images: Schlage Encode Plus
Specs and price last verified September 30, 2026
About
The Encode Plus replaces a standard deadbolt and adds a keypad with unique access codes for family and guests, a built-in alarm, time-delayed locking and Apple Home Key, so an iPhone or Apple Watch unlocks it with a tap. Lock status, remote lock and unlock, and access schedules run through the Schlage Home app over the lock's built-in Wi-Fi. Schlage sells it in Century and Camelot trims.
Setup and compatibility notes
Schlage lists the Encode Plus as battery powered and easy to install, and its comparison chart does not mark it as needing a home hub. Setup and code management happen in the Schlage Home app, and voice control works through Alexa, Siri or Google Assistant.
Schlage's current comparison chart lists the Encode Plus as working with Airbnb, but does not list Matter certification, Thread or Apple hands-free unlock for it (those are marked for the Schlage Sense Pro). Warranty is limited 3 years on electronics and limited lifetime on mechanical parts and finish.
Pros
- +Apple Home Key tap-to-unlock on iPhone and Apple Watch
- +Built-in Wi-Fi with no hub marked as required
- +AAA certified deadbolt, per Schlage
- +Built-in alarm and time-delayed locking
- +Works with Alexa, Siri and Google Assistant
Cons
- −No Matter or Thread support listed by Schlage
- −No Apple hands-free unlock (Schlage lists that for the Sense Pro)
- −$329 MSRP, $30 more than the Schlage Encode without Home Key
How it compares
| Device | Price | Ecosystems | Matter | Hub required | Local control |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Schlage Encode Plus Smart Lock | $329 | Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit | No | No | No |
| Lockin V7 Max | Not listed | Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit, Matter, SmartThings | Yes | No | Yes |
| Aqara Smart Lock U100 | $189.99 | Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit, Matter | Not published | Yes | Yes |
| Aqara Smart Lock U400 | $269.99 | Alexa, Google Home, HomeKit, Matter, SmartThings | Yes | No | Yes |
FAQ
- Does the Schlage Encode Plus work with Apple Home Key?
- Yes. Schlage says you can lock and unlock with an iPhone or Apple Watch using Apple home keys.
- Does the Schlage Encode Plus need a hub?
- Schlage's comparison chart lists built-in Wi-Fi and remote access for the Encode Plus and does not mark it as hub required.
- Is the Schlage Encode Plus Matter certified?
- Schlage's current comparison chart does not list Matter certification or Thread for the Encode Plus. It marks those for the Schlage Sense Pro.
- What is the difference between the Schlage Encode Plus and Encode?
- Per Schlage, the Encode Plus adds Apple Home Key tap-to-unlock. MSRP is $329 for the Encode Plus and $299 for the Encode deadbolt.
- What warranty does the Schlage Encode Plus have?
- Schlage lists a limited 3-year warranty on electronics and a limited lifetime warranty on mechanical parts and finish.
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About the author
Ethan Halfhide: Ethan Halfhide is a smart home enthusiast and AI technologist who follows the connected home market closely, from smart locks and security cameras to robot vacuums, lighting, sensors and hubs. He curates HomeGearLab's device directory, comparing products on published specs, compatibility, setup requirements and price so readers can pick gear that fits their home and works together.