Grade Ratings: Schlage locks often meet or exceed industry standards for security, such as ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 certification. This indicates their ability to withstand high levels of physical attack.
Due to its bigger bolt, stronger housing and drill resistant plate, the Schlage deadbolt provides an excellent protection against most commonly used forced entry methods. Kwikset, lacking all these features, hardly poses a challenge for an intruder trying to break in by using force.
An alarm may sound when the deadbolt senses force applied to the door, tampering with the lock and other similar disturbances. To silence a false alarm, press the Schlage button on the interior side of the deadbolt until the sound stops.
Very safe. You can connect your smart lock with your home security system, so you can see who's at the door or automatically lock it any time your cameras detect motion. Smart locks also give you more control over who can enter your home and how.
Yes! The lock is battery-operated, so you will still be able to access your home in a power outage. You can also utilize your original key.
Firstly, the cost can be an issue – digital locks are usually more expensive than traditional locks and might require professional installation, which adds to the overall cost. Naturally, they also need power to operate so if there's a power outage, you might have difficulty unlocking your door.
The first thing that will happen is that you may be unable to lock or unlock the door since the lock requires power to connect to your smartphone or home automation system. Smart locks are IoT devices that rely on battery power to maintain wireless connectivity.
While no security system is completely impervious to hacking attempts, Schlage locks are designed with robust security features to mitigate the risk of unauthorized access. They employ encryption protocols and tamper-resistant designs to protect against common hacking methods.
Stronger: standard deadbolt locks
The deadbolt lock works by effectively bolting the door into its frame. The bolt is "dead" in that it has to be manually moved in and out of place by means of a key or knob.
Electronic safe locks are often chosen for their advanced features and convenience. However, like any technology, they are not immune to issues.
With the popularity of this newest addition to the Schlage electronic and smart lock portfolio, we have decided to discontinue the Schlage Sense™ Smart Deadbolt that was launched in 2016.
The most common cause of this issue is a low or old battery, which should be the first reason you should troubleshoot. There may, however, be other causes as well: Hardware damage: If your door lock is maliciously opened or hit by thieves, it will cause hardware damage and cause it to fail to work properly.
On average, Schlage Smart locks battery life offers up to 1 year of Wi-Fi enabled keyless access. The Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt is a versatile, secure option in Schlage's lineup— offering robust security and easy integration with popular smart home systems.
All Schlage smart locks have the same security and durability features as our single cylinder mechanical deadbolts, but also provide additional safety and convenience features. For example, the Schlage Encode™ family of locks each come with a built-in alarms, so you'll be alerted if there's a disturbance at the door.
Lock Grade and Certifications
The Schlage Encode is designed with ANSI/BHMA Grade 1 security, which is the highest residential security rating. Yale Assure typically offers ANSI/BHMA Grade 2 security, which is still robust but generally considered a notch below Grade 1.
Schlage locks tend to be more expensive than Kwikset due to its superior security features, durable materials, tight tolerances, great security pins, and robust deadbolt screws. The Kwikset deadbolt is good quality, but the quality of Schlage housing and door locks justifies the higher cost.
Five-lever mortice deadlocks are a superior bit of security for any wood door. They're easy to lock with a key from the inside or outside, moving five interior levers securely into place. Those five levers foil most thieves' attempts to drill or pick their way into your home.
We found no known secruity breaches with Schalge's smart locks or with Schlage as a company. That doesn't mean these locks couldn't be hacked or vulnerable in the future. But it is good that we didn't find any major vulnerabilities to date.
Risk of a Power Failure
As with all technology, if there's a power failure, you might be stuck without a connection and, subsequently, no way to get inside your home. Some keyless locks do have a backup power system built into them but they usually don't have a very long life.
All schlage mechanical deadbolt, knobs/levers, handlesets, as well as the Schlage Connect™, Schlage Sense™ and Schlage Touch™ locks are all certified AAA.
If the battery is dead and you need to unlock the door, you can perform an emergency battery jump start. Follow these steps to perform an emergency jump start. Connect a new high-quality alkaline 9-volt battery to the contacts below the touchscreen and listen for the long beep.
With that in mind, most smart locks last for about 6 to 12 months on a single set of fresh batteries or a fresh charge. Network-connected and Wi-Fi locks can be an exception to this rule, though, often lasting a few months at a time before requiring a change of batteries.
Like all security systems, keyless locks are not entirely impervious to break-ins. Understanding the potential vulnerabilities of keyless locks can help you take additional security measures to protect your home.