Compare Schlage Encode Smart Lock vs Desloc D110 Plus Smart Lock

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

Event history and logs are repeatedly mentioned for locks, unlocks, activity, users, and alarm events.

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 app is generally considered straightforward for status, access, settings, and control, with one reviewer only calling the overall feature set adequate.

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 widely supported and usually convenient, but missing door sensing makes it risky when the door is open.

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

Failed-attempt protection is supported through wrong-try/security lockout evidence, and later firmware reportedly added repeated-unlock protection.

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

GearBrain specifically listed support for 2-3/8-inch or 2-3/4-inch backsets.

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.

Battery life is commonly described around four AA batteries and six months, with some concern about Wi-Fi drain before updates.

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

Bluetooth appears as setup or local connectivity support rather than a headline feature.

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

Most reviews describe solid build, BHMA/IP-rated durability, or good build for the price; PCWorld was the main outlier on questionable construction.

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.

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

Reviewers agree it lacks a door sensor, so time-based auto-lock can throw the bolt even if the door is open.

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

Evidence supports standard U.S. deadbolt sizing and auto left/right door detection, while one reviewer cautioned against very thick doors.

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

Existing-hardware reuse is mixed: one reviewer reused an existing deadlock, while another said the lock replaces the entire deadbolt.

Firmware updates improved Wi-Fi stability, power usage, passcode masking, auto-lock behavior, and feature availability.

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

Most reviewers found fingerprint access fast or accurate; PCWorld was the main negative outlier with hit-and-miss scans.

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

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

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

Temporary, one-pass, scheduled, and Airbnb-style access are well-supported across reviews.

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

Reviewers repeatedly emphasize direct Wi-Fi operation without a separate hub or gateway.

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.

Most reviewers found setup simple, with app-guided onboarding and auto door-hand detection, but PCWorld and GearBrain reported hardware, cord, or overtightening problems.

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

Multiple reviewers confirm a mechanical key or keyway backup, and several frame it as a reliable fallback if power or electronics fail.

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

Keypad evidence is mixed: one review praised responsiveness and lighting, another said it was slow to wake, and others noted backlit or passcode features.

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

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

Fingerprint and voice/app responses are often described as quick, snappy, or instant, though one reviewer found it slower than other locks.

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

Motor evidence is mixed: PCWorld found operation smooth and quiet, while GearBrain warned overtightening could make the bolt struggle.

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

Most hands-on reviewers reported reliable operation, including no jamming, stable 90-day use, and successful remote or app use.

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

Reviewers saw lock status, user, and alarm notifications, though one noted emergency emails went to spam.

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

BHMA Grade 3, cycle, salt-spray, impact, and residential-security claims support basic physical durability, not premium security.

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 locking, unlocking, monitoring, and code management are consistently supported when Wi-Fi is enabled.

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

Evidence supports anti-peep PINs, failed-attempt lockout, anti-hijack alerts, and encrypted biometric storage.

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.

Alexa and Google support is consistent, but reviewers repeatedly flag missing HomeKit, Matter, IFTTT, or deeper security-platform integration.

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

Only one review clearly mentions a tamper-triggered anti-hijack alarm, so evidence is limited.

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

The touch/display experience is generally useful for keypad entry, status, battery, and visual feedback, but it remains basic.

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 one of the strongest areas, with reviewers repeatedly citing user profiles, fingerprints, PINs, schedules, and permissions.

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.

Most reviewers saw strong value or sub-$100 appeal; PCWorld was the clearest dissent, saying compromises undercut the value.

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 through Alexa and Google is directly supported, with several reviewers describing successful or seamless use.

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

Formal warranty was not reviewed, but support evidence is positive through repeated firmware updates and customer-responsive enhancements.

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

Reviewers repeatedly cite IP-rated dust and water resistance or durability testing, though one review called the IP54 rating tame.

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

Built-in Wi-Fi is a central strength, supporting remote status/control and later firmware improvements.