Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt Review
Today we will share our detailed review with you about Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt. This smart lock is very popular and it deserves this. It has built-in alarm and many connection options to smart hubs by Z-Wave Plus so you can also have remote access to Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt. You can also control this lock with Alexa And Google Assistant which turns this lock into a very attractive one.
Please note that this smart lock does not have it’s own Schlage connect app for Android or iOS so you will use your home automation system’s app to control it. Let’s start our review. Hope you will enjoy it.
Connection Standards and Smart Home Controller Options
Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt has many smart connection options including Alexa by Amazon Echo or Echo Dot, Google Assistant by Google Home, Ring Alarm System, Nexia, Wink but unfortunately it does not supoort Apple HomeKit. If you need something working with Apple HomeKit then you can have a look at Schlage Sense Smart Deadbolt.
As you may remember from our Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt review, it was compatible with neither SmartThings nor Apple HomeKit but this one is compatible with SmartThings and it is very easy to connect Schlage lock to Smartthings. Now we will explain you all of the smart home automation systems that work with this smart lock.
Google Home Schlage Connect
Google Assistant is working very well with Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt by Google Home Schlage Connect integration. You should have a Nexia Z-Wave Bridge, Nest Connect, Ring Alarm System or Wink to pair them. Only the disadvantage is, it does not support unlocking by your voice. If voice unlocking is very important for you then you should focus on Alexa option. Each of these smart hubs require very easy process to pair with your Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt. We will not share them here because you can follow the steps on the apps without any problems.
Some of the voice commands are:
“Hey Google, I’m leaving” for locking
“Hey Google, lock the front door” for locking
“Hey Google, is the front door locked?” to check if door is locked
Amazon Alexa
Another option is Alexa by Echo or Echo Dot. If you already have one of these then you should also purchase one of the hubs we stated above control your Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt by voice. You can lock/unlock the door and check if your door is locked by Alexa with voice commands. Alexa is working perfectly well with this smart lock. You should add skills of the hub you own to Alexa. Here is easy step by step:
1. Open the Amazon Alexa app and tap the menu icon
2. Tap on “Smart Home” and scroll down till you see “Get More Smart Home Skills” and tap on it
3. Scroll down and find your smart hub on the list and add it
To add Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt to Alexa:
1. Open the Amazon Alexa app and tap the menu icon
2. Tap on “Smart Home” and scroll down till you see “Discover devices” and tap on it
3. Allow the app to find and discover connected devices that use voice commands
4. Tap on Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt on the list
5. Final step, you should give a name to your Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt on Amazon Alexa app. This is very important because you will include the device name at your voice commands every time so Alexa will understand the correct device and apply the operation you asked for. Tap on “Edit” button at the upper right and then on “Edit Name” and write your desired name.
Here are some examples for voice commands with the name of the device “Home”:
Home:
“Alexa, lock Home.”
“Alexa, unlock Home.”
“Alexa, is Home locked?”
Note: Alexa will always ask for the pin to unlock your door. Unlock feature is disabled by default so you should enable it and set a pin.
Home Automation Systems
Wink:
- Remotely lock or unlock from everywhere
- Use the app to delete or add user codes remotely
- Control battery level with app
- Control your built-in alarm remotely
- Receive notifications when a user code used
- Reminders for removing the unnecessary codes
- Setup Robot to work with other connected devices. E.g. your light will turn off and your lock will be locked
- Create Wink widgets to trigger automation series like “Goodnight” to turn off all of the devices and lock the door
- Voice control with Alexa and Google Home Assistant
Nexia:
- Lock and unlock from anywhere
- Use the app to delete or add user codes remotely
- Receive alerts when a user code is entered
- Control battery level with app
- Receive notifications when door is locked / unlocked by hand or using code
- Voice control with Alexa and Google Home Assistant
- Set automation series with triggers as locking the door and turning off all of the connected devices
Ring Alarm System:
- Lock and unlock from anywhere
- Use the app to delete or add user codes remotely
- Receive alerts when a user code is entered
- Control battery level with app
- Disable the Ring alarm when user code entered
- Receive notifications when door unlocked/locked
- Set automation series as starting to record when door is unlocked
- Voice control with Alexa and Google Home Assistant
SmartThings:
- Lock and unlock from anywhere
- Use the app to delete or add user codes remotely
- Receive alerts when a user code is entered
- Control battery level with app
- Set automation series with triggers as locking the door and turning off all of the connected devices
- If you have more than one smart locks installed, you can check status of all of them from the app
- Receive notifications when door is locked / unlocked by hand or using code
- Voice control with Alexa and Google Home Assistant
You can do all of these operations after you connect Schlage Connect to Smartthings.
Auto Lock
Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt has auto lock feature as the other competitors on the market. Auto lock used to lock your door automatically after a period of defined time passes over the unlocking. Auto lock timer cam be set to 30 seconds and you can do this over the lock easily. Product does not have auto unlock feature. If you need this feature you can have a look at our August Smart Lock Pro 3rd Gen review.
Keypad of Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt
This smart lock has fingerprint-resistant touchscreen keypad and can store up to 30 codes with option of 4-8 digits at the same time. It is set to 4 digits as default. These codes can be generated with your smart home controller’s app or manually over the keypad. Your programming code is at the back of the box or at the back of the inside unit. There are 2 codes (4 digit) pre-defined for your usage. You can also find these at the same places.
It lights up when you press the Schlage logo so you won’t have any problems at the dark. Numbers can easily be seen even under the direct sunlight so we loved this design. While you are leaving the house if you press the Schlage logo, it will lock your door.
User Codes
You can’t create code types as one time, temporary and recurring. If you create a code it will work till you delete it. You can track the codes over the app but can not set them auto deleting functions. You should follow them and delete manually over the app. It does not have one time code too. If you are going to use Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt for Airbnb then this can not be your first choice. We can not suggest you this smart lock for Airbnb or one time code. You can have a look at Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt or August Smart Lock Pro 3rd Gen. Here you can find user manual.
Battery Life of Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt
Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt needs 4 x AA Alkaline batteries to operate. They are included in the package. Rechargable batteries would be a good option but not a must for this smart lock. It is almost impossible to give exact battery life for these kind of products. Many factors including situation of the door, weather, daily usage frequency can make huge differences. You can easily achieve 1 year of usage with daily 5-7 operations under ideal conditions.
Battery changing is a simple process for Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt. You will just slide up the cover of interior unit and then unplug the cable on the battery holder and slide up the battery holder. Changing batteries is simple as this and finishes under 1 minute.
We will suggest you to buy Duracell Coppertop batteries for long performance. Batteries coming inside the box are generally finishing in 1-2 weeks so be careful about it. It has low battery indicator so whenever your battery goes down to 4.7v it will start blinking orange on keypad with a noise when you input a code. When the batteries are critically low you will see a red x blinking 3 times on the keypad with a warning tone after you press the Schlage button. You should change the batteries immediately. You can follow your battery over your app too. Even if you forget to change the batteries you can still unlock the door by your key.
Installation Process of Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt
You will need a Phillips Head Screwdriver for the whole installation process. You will may need a tape measure, hammer, wood block, pencil but this is a rare situation. We did not need any of these except Screwdriver. No drilling required too. It is definetely easy to install Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt on your door. Whole process will finish around maximum 30 minutes including the configuration. You can find installation manual at here. Also you can watch the video below.
Comparison Chart
Technical Details Chart
| Item Weight | 3.8 pounds |
|---|---|
| Product Dimensions | 5 x 3 x 1 inches |
| Voltage | 1.5 volts |
| Batteries | 4 AA batteries required. (included) |
| Style | Camelot, Century |
| Connection | Z-Wave Plus |
| Included Components | Backup key (except for the Schlage Touch Keyless Touchscreen Deadbolt which features a keyless cylinder), All screws, Bolt, Strike,Reinforcement plate, Interior housing, Batteries |
| Batteries Included? | Yes |
| Batteries Required? | Yes |
| Battery Cell Type | Alkaline |
| Warranty Description | 3 year electronics, Limited lifetime mechanical /finish |
Cons and Pros of Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt
Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt will not disappoint you for general usage. It has remote access, lovely keypad, long battery life, ring alarm connection, creating automation rules and many controller options including voice control. If there were code type options it would be almost the best one in the market.
This smart lock is racing with August Smart Lock Pro 3rd Gen they are very similar locks but August is a little bit better in this comparison. If you want a smart lock which you can control over your phone and want a stable performance then this is your smart lock. Once again we want to remin you that this is not the best solution for Airbnb or guest access. Here we have a list of cons and pros:but don’t focus on Airbnbreven pair
Pros:
Compatible with Alexa, Google Assistant
Very easy installation
Compatible with Smartthings, Ring Alarm System, Nexia, Wink
Auto lock
Wide range of styles and finishes
Remote access
Fingerprint-resistant touchscreen keypad
Easy to program
Key usage if battery drains
Battery drain warning
Long battery life
Built-in alarm
30 user codes at the same time
Easy battery changing
Cons:
No Apple HomeKit support
No custom app
No limited time codes
No options for Airbnb
Touchpad doesn’t work with gloves
