- Does the Schlage Encode need a hub?
- No. The WiFi radio is built into the lock, so it connects directly to your router and the Schlage Home app. You only need a 2.4 GHz network.
- How long do the batteries last?
- Schlage rates the four AA batteries for about a year. Heavy WiFi use and frequent remote unlocking shorten that, and owners often report changing them sooner.
- Will it fit my existing door?
- It installs into standard door prep for a single-cylinder deadbolt, so it replaces most existing deadbolts without new holes. Check your door thickness and backset first.
- Does it work with Apple HomeKit or SmartThings?
- No. The Encode works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant, not HomeKit, and it does not integrate with SmartThings or Z-Wave hubs.
- What is in the box?
- The lock, Camelot interior trim, one physical backup key, four AA batteries, mounting hardware, and instructions. You need a screwdriver.
- Is $169 a good price?
- It is the best new price among the four stores listing it as of November 8, 2026. The Encode typically sells in the $170 to $230 range, so this sits at the low end.
- Where is the Schlage Encode WiFi Enabled Electronic Keypad Deadbolt with Camelot Trim cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $288.95, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Schlage Encode WiFi Enabled Electronic Keypad Deadbolt with Camelot Trim?
- 4 stores we checked sell it, including Wayfair, The Home Depot, Amazon, eBay.