Schlage Encode Plus vs. Level Lock Plus: Which is the better Home Key lock?

[@Dr_Cole]

Hi Cam. This was the first video I have seen from you and it was solid. I am a big fan of comparison videos and I like your approach to a topic and presenting the details for how each lock did within the topic. Better still, even with your strong preference for the Schlage lock, you had no problem presenting a good argument for the Level Lock.

[@camsecore]

Thanks Doc!

[@lour58]

Great video.I also seen that the much nicer-looking and aesthetically level lock is very easy to pick unfortunately .

[@cieloz7574]

Cool, that was a detailed insightful info. My obvious choice is the Encode now. Thanks

[@camsecore]

Thanks for watching!

[@deenyc1049]

I like the Schlage but I just could not add a second home key. The Schlage would never go into pairing mode once it was paired up. I had to get a HomePod to be a hub to share my home to give others a home key.

[@chasing-mental-clarity]

Dude you’re an attractive human! Thanks for the comparison. Needed this

[@loganebeling9023]

I loved my Level Lock Plus at first…until it stopped working reliably. About 1 out of every 30 times it fails to work completely and I have to use the key. Which is pretty good, but not when you lock and unlock your door 2-6 times per door. The lock is frequently unresponsive in the Home app. I have the sound turned “off” in the Level lock app, but every maybe 6th time I use it it chimes. Not the biggest deal, but it annoys me, I have it set to silent so it doesn’t disturb the people in my home. Overall, I wish I could recommend it, but I just can’t.

[@camsecore]

“I wish I could recommend it, but I just can’t” is a good summary of how I feel when compared to the Encode. Just on the sleekness alone, I was definitely rooting for the Level to come out on top. Although, my lock seems to work a bit better than yours.

[@johnq4794]

Great review

[@cre8ivenerd]

Bought the Aqara U100 and I regret it. HomeKey frequently fails and battery life is abysmal. Looking to replace it with the Schlage so thanks for your video.

[@camsecore]

I want to try the Aqara just to try it but it’s hard to see a world where it can compete with the Encode.

[@kanzai12]

Nice, would you try newer Aqara U100?

[@camsecore]

I think I might! Looks intriguing.

[@stephenzzz]

Great comparison, thanks Cam!

[@camsecore]

Thanks for watching!

[@deanandkay]

Now that the Yale Assure 2 Plus is out with Homekey, which one would you go with, the Yale or the Schlage? Thanks for the videos!

[@camsecore]

Yale Assue 2 Plus seems like a no-brainer to me! But I haven't tested it to say for sure.

[@mikegoldnj]

Not a fan of smart locks with no key option. How do you open it if the battery dies?

[@Oyemendigo]

My daughter has a 2-year-old iPhone and a brand new smartwatch is that all I need to make this work with the watch or do I need extra equipment

[@camsecore]

Is it an Apple Watch? If it's an Apple Watch, it'll work automatically as long as she's in your iCloud family. If it's not an Apple Watch, it won't work.

[@CescoCDN]

Contrary to previous assertions, Schlage Encode Pluswill not be supporting Matter according to Verge.

[@camsecore]

I missed that update! But you're right. I don't think it matters though.

[@CescoCDN]

@@camsecore *rimshot* 😁

[@zenvent]

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[@camsecore]

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[@lawyerdch]

Is it possible to program a keypad code for a user remotely? Ie., can I be at my residence and from there program a temporary code on the lock at my cabin?

[@camsecore]

Yes! (Assuming you have access to the internet at your cabin.)

[@mrsdizi1234]

Can all users in the house hold use there phone to open the door with the app?

[@camsecore]

Yes

[@kinseycreategoods]

Love level lock , it is a smart and simple way, but not their price

[@camsecore]

Which one do you own?

[@kinseycreategoods]

@@camsecore Just order the Aqara new deadbolt lock

[@camsecore]

@@kinseycreategoods Oh, so you're saying you just like the idea of Level. Got it. What made you go with the Aqara?

[@beefuzzy310]

level lock = hot garbage. Thankfully we always have a key, because this thing is not reliable and customer service is just email tag.