Compare Schlage Encode Smart Lock vs Lockly Visage Zeno Series Smart Lock

Activity history, lock logs, and audit trails were repeatedly mentioned as useful for knowing who locked or unlocked the door and when.

The app exposes activity history and lock logs, and reviewers also mention real-time activity monitoring for seeing who used the door.

The tamper/forced-entry alarm exists, but loudness opinions vary sharply from quiet to deafening or 90 dB.

The app was usually described as useful or easy for status, codes, locks, and history, but setup and third-party configuration were sometimes confusing.

The redesigned Lockly Home app is feature-rich and improved through updates, but reviewers also report beta-like polish issues, hidden settings, and occasional reliability annoyances.

Auto-lock is widely supported and often appreciated, though reviewers warned it can be risky without door-sense if the door is open.

Auto-lock is configurable and can work well, but one reviewer warns it depends on a very smooth deadbolt path and may fail or beep if the door binds.

One locksmith test found the keypad temporarily disabled after multiple invalid codes, although it did not send an active phone notification.

Locksmith reviews confirmed the bolt can adjust between common 2-3/8-inch and 2-3/4-inch backsets.

The installation walkthrough shows support for the common 2-3/8-inch and 2-3/4-inch backset positions.

Battery evidence centered on four AA batteries, often around six months of life; Wi-Fi drain was a repeated caveat, though one reviewer reported 40 percent after five months.

Reviewers liked the rechargeable battery packs and spare battery, but battery life varied widely with always-on face scanning and default settings.

Bluetooth evidence is limited but positive, with reviewers noting nearby communication and one locksmith emphasizing encrypted Bluetooth.

Bluetooth is built in and can be responsive for Apple Home, though setup timing and Bluetooth 4.2 range drew criticism.

Most evidence points to sturdy, heavy, secure hardware, although one reviewer criticized the bulky interior electronics housing.

Build quality is strong overall, with reviewers citing zinc alloy construction, sturdy metal, and a premium-feeling exterior.

Doorbell and camera integration was strongest with Ring and Amazon Key for live-view lock control, but Ring Alarm support and multi-app setup caused limitations.

The Visage is not a true camera doorbell; reviewers liked avoiding video management but repeatedly noted the lack of video surveillance or package/doorbell functionality.

Door-sense is a clear limitation: one review explicitly listed no door sense and described the auto-lock open-door risk.

Door-sense works and can be accurate, but reviewers disliked the visible wired external sensor and called the implementation awkward or unattractive.

Reviewers found the lock compatible with standard deadbolt holes and common door thicknesses, but one installation needed strike-plate alignment work.

Door fit is mixed: the lock can install like a standard deadbolt, but it fully replaces the deadbolt and needs smooth alignment to motorize reliably.

The Encode is a full deadbolt replacement, so it generally replaces rather than reuses the existing lock body.

The Visage is not a retrofit lock; reviewers describe it as a full lock replacement rather than a device that reuses the existing deadbolt.

Facial recognition is the standout: reviewers repeatedly found it fast, accurate, and resistant to photo-style spoofing, including in darkness or with sunglasses.

Review evidence mentions app updates, including a promised Bluetooth fix, but feature-addition evidence is limited to software polish rather than major new capabilities.

Fingerprint support is absent in the reviewed evidence; one reviewer specifically wished Schlage had added a fingerprint recognition sensor.

Fingerprint access is generally fast and accurate, though a few reviewers found the scanner placement awkward or hit-and-miss.

Direct finish evidence is limited, but GearBrain cited the top ANSI/BHMA Grade AAA rating for security, durability, and finish.

Finish durability is supported mainly by the stated five-year mechanical and finish warranty, not by long-term wear testing.

Geofencing and true auto-unlock were repeatedly called out as missing compared with some alternatives.

Arrival-based unlocking is possible through smart-home automation, but reviewers frame facial recognition as the more direct and secure hands-free method.

Guest access was a major strength, especially the 100-code capacity plus temporary, recurring, scheduled, or app-based access options.

Guest access is strong, with support for custom PINs, eKeys, one-time codes, time-based codes, and temporary or expiring access.

Reviewers strongly agreed that the lock avoids a separate hub, bridge, adapter, or Wi-Fi module, which simplifies ownership.

Reviewers appreciated that built-in Wi-Fi and Apple Home support eliminate a separate hub, with Apple-focused power-saving options available.

Installation was usually described as screwdriver-simple and fast, often helped by app guides or snap-in hardware, though some reviewers found setup, programming, or alignment tricky.

Installation is mostly manageable, but reviewers repeatedly mention setup friction from cabling, sensors, app timing, or door alignment.

Jam-related handling is present through jam notifications and beeping when the lock gives up, but evidence is more about detection/alerts than detailed recovery.

Reviewers frequently valued the physical key backup for battery, app, or electronics failures, although some noted the package includes only one key.

Physical key backup is reliable in the reviews, with users describing the included keys as easy or smooth to use.

The keypad was usually easy, backlit, accessible, or responsive, with minor complaints about night visibility and limited settings granularity.

PIN Genie keypad security is well liked because it shuffles digits, but reviewers note it can slow code entry.

Keyway evidence is limited to one locksmith review identifying the Schlage SC1/C keyway and straightforward rekeying.

The keyway is a 5-pin cylinder and reviewers describe it as rekeyable, though pick or drill resistance is not directly rated.

Keypad and app unlocking were often described as instant or near-instant, while voice/app status updates sometimes showed lag.

Unlocking is consistently described as fast, with face, fingerprint, touchpad, and app/Apple actions often completing instantly or within seconds.

Motor feedback was mixed: some reviewers found it quiet or strong, while others described it as loud, grinding, or bulky.

The motor is quieter than an older Lockly in one review, though it is still audible during locking and unlocking.

Locking reliability was generally strong, with multiple reviewers reporting flawless, smooth, or reliably working lock/unlock behavior.

Locking reliability is a strength across reviews, with repeated reports of flawless or trouble-free daily use, aside from separate Wi-Fi-access caveats.

Notifications for lock state, code use, or battery were useful across many reviews, though invalid-code push alerts were not always available.

Notifications are robust for lock status, jammed states, and activity, though at least one reviewer found duplicate notifications excessive.

Physical security was a major strength, with repeated Grade 1/ANSI/BHMA praise and reinforcement hardware evidence.

Physical attack resistance is only lightly supported: one reviewer says it meets ANSI Level 2 requirements but is not formally ANSI/BHMA certified.

Pick and drill evidence is mixed: one review cites resistance to bumping and picking, while a locksmith called the stock cylinder good but not impossible to pick.

Remote access was consistently supported, letting users lock or unlock from the app or phone while away, with some app-flow caveats.

Remote access is useful through Wi-Fi and the app, but one reviewer had several occasions where Wi-Fi access was unavailable.

Security encryption evidence is limited to one locksmith review explicitly praising encrypted Bluetooth.

Security evidence is strong for PIN Genie, encrypted facial data, anti-photo spoofing, and reviewer-cited encryption protections.

Smart-home integration is useful but uneven: Alexa, Google, Ring, Amazon Key, and Home Assistant appear in evidence, while HomeKit, IFTTT, SmartThings, and Ring Alarm limitations recur.

Smart-home support is broad for Apple Home/Home Key, Alexa, Google, and Siri, but reviewers disagree or note gaps around IFTTT, Matter, and Thread.

Tamper detection is supported through the built-in alarm, and one review specifically noted adjustable alarm sensitivity in the app.

The touch interface was considered responsive and fingerprint resistant by some, but another locksmith noted it is not a true modern touchscreen.

The touchscreen/keypad is central to PIN Genie and Apple Home Key use, with reviewers describing it as sharp and multifunctional.

User management is flexible through access codes, schedules, time limits, virtual keys, and PIN changes, but one review noted no single-use code.

User management is robust, covering users, PINs, fingerprints, facial scans, digital keys, and access rules.

Value was context-dependent: reviewers called it expensive or not the best value, but many still found it worth the money for features and security.

Value is context-dependent: reviewers call it expensive, but several still find the feature set worth the high price.

Voice control works mainly through Alexa and Google, with unlock often requiring a PIN and Google unlock support limited or absent in several reviews.

Voice control is well supported through Alexa, Google, and Siri, with reviewers reporting snappy or prompt command response.

Warranty evidence was positive where mentioned, including lifetime mechanical and 3-year electronics coverage or a three-year warranty.

Warranty and support evidence includes two years on electronics, lifetime tech support, and installation support references.

Weather-resistance evidence is limited to PCMag identifying the exterior keypad escutcheon as weatherproof.

Weather resistance is supported by IPX5 waterproofing and a rain mode that disables the keypad to avoid bad-weather false triggers.

Built-in 2.4GHz Wi-Fi is a core strength for remote access and hub-free setup, though reviewers noted connection and battery tradeoffs.

Wi-Fi is built in and removes hub friction, but it is 2.4GHz-only and at least one reviewer experienced spotty Wi-Fi access.