Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt Lock
- Deadbolt
- Voice, Touch
- Keypad
- Zinc
Worth the step up from the standard Encode specifically for Apple Home Key tap-to-unlock, otherwise the two are close.
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How it ranks among the 10 deadbolts we track
3.8★ across 2,500 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
2,500 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
1,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
The Schlage Encode Plus is a matte black WiFi deadbolt that adds Apple Home Keys tap-to-unlock on top of the same built-in WiFi and Schlage Home app platform as the standard Encode.
The distinguishing feature is Apple integration: paired with Apple HomeKit and home keys, an iPhone or Apple Watch can unlock the door with a tap, alongside the usual touchscreen codes. Everything else, the built-in WiFi, the 100-code capacity, and the BHMA security rating, mirrors the non-Plus Encode line.
- Apple HomeKit and Home Keys tap-to-unlock
- Direct WiFi connection via Schlage Home app
- Fingerprint-resistant touchscreen with tamper alarm
- Fits doors 1-3/8 to 1-3/4 in thick, 2-3/8 or 2-3/4 in backset
Who it's for
Best for an iPhone or Apple Watch household that wants tap-to-unlock alongside standard keypad and app access. Someone without Apple devices gains nothing over the cheaper standard Encode.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Apple Home Keys tap-to-unlock for iPhone and Apple Watch
- Built-in WiFi, no separate hub
- Manages up to 100 access codes
- BHMA's highest residential security rating
- Apple Home Key benefit is lost without Apple devices
- Costs more than the standard Encode for that one added feature
Performance notes
Built-in WiFi links the lock to the Schlage Home app for remote lock and unlock, up to 100 access codes, lock history, and notifications, the same foundation as the standard Encode. Apple Home Keys adds a tap-based unlock method for iPhone and Apple Watch on top of that. A fingerprint-resistant touchscreen and a tamper and forced-entry alarm round out the security features, and the lock carries BHMA's highest residential rating.
Specifications
| Brand | Schlage |
|---|---|
| Model | BE499WBCEN622 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 3.4 pounds |
| Item Dimensions | 0.9 × 3 × 5 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Zinc |
| Color | Matte Black |
| Finish Types | Matte Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity Protocol | Bluetooth, Wi-Fi |
| Included components | |
| Number of Pieces | 1 |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Included Components | Installation Hardware, Installation Instructions |
| Warranty & support | |
| Manufacturer Warranty Description | Limited lifetime |
| Other details | |
| Control Type | Voice, Touch |
| Lock Type | Keypad |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Item Type Name | Smart Lock |
| Additional Features | Door Locks |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Door |
| Style Name | Century |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Item Highlight | Keyless entry door lock with touchscreen, Apple watch unlock, Apple Home, Alexa & Airbnb compatible, Certified security |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in deadbolts.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt LockThis product | 3.8 / 5 | 2,500 | 4.1 / 5 |
| Kwikset Tustin Front Door Lock Set with Deadbolt and SmartKeyKwikset | 4.8 / 5 | 2,531 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Amazon Basics Electronic Keypad Deadbolt Door Lock with Auto LockAmazon Basics | 4.1 / 5 | 11,600 | 4.4 / 5 |
| ULTRALOQ Bolt SE Wi-Fi Smart LockUltraloq | 4.3 / 5 | 10,200 | 4.3 / 5 |
| eufy Security Smart Lock C220eufy | 4.3 / 5 | 4,200 | 4.3 / 5 |
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Questions about the Schlage BE499WBCEN622
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What makes the Encode Plus different from the standard Encode?
The Plus adds Apple Home Keys support, so you can tap an iPhone or Apple Watch to lock or unlock, on top of the same built-in WiFi and Schlage Home app control.
What door sizes does it fit?
Standard doors from 1-3/8 to 1-3/4 inches thick, with a 2-3/8 or 2-3/4 inch backset.
Does it work with Alexa or Google?
Yes, it works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant for voice control alongside Apple HomeKit.