Winner
Updated November 2026
Data from the official Aqara and Schlage sites.
2026 verdict
Between Aqara Smart Lock N100 Zigbee Edition and Schlage Encode, Aqara Smart Lock N100 Zigbee Edition is the better overall pick in 2026, leading on price, battery life, and integrations.
What pushes it ahead is price, battery life, and integrations, and Lock/Unlock system and doorbell keep the advantage from looking narrow. Schlage Encode is still relevant if you care most about warranty, but Aqara Smart Lock N100 Zigbee Edition is the stronger recommendation overall. That makes Aqara Smart Lock N100 Zigbee Edition the clearer recommendation in 2026.
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The biggest differences
Where these two are furthest apart, and by how much.
- Battery Life3×Aqara Smart Lock N100 Zigbee Edition1.5 years vs 6 months
- Warranty3×Schlage Encode3 years vs 1 year
| Feature | Aqara Smart Lock N100 Zigbee Edition | Schlage Encode | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $159.90 | $229.31 | Aqara Smart Lock N100 Zigbee Edition |
| Warranty | 1 year | 3 years | Schlage Encode |
| Battery Life | 1.5 years | 6 months | Aqara Smart Lock N100 Zigbee Edition |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant | Aqara Smart Lock N100 Zigbee Edition |
| Lock/Unlock System | Remote, Bluetooth, Passcode, Fingerprint, NFC Tag, Apple Home Key, Physical Key | Remote, Passcode, Physical Key | Aqara Smart Lock N100 Zigbee Edition |
| Doorbell | YES | NO | Aqara Smart Lock N100 Zigbee Edition |
| Local Control | YES | NO | Aqara Smart Lock N100 Zigbee Edition |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, Zigbee | 2.4 GHz WiFi | Tie |
| Emergency Fingerprint | NO | NO | Tie |
Winner
$159.90
- + Price: $159.90
- + Battery Life: 1.5 years
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 3 years
$229.31
- + Warranty: 3 years
- - Price: $229.31 vs $159.90
- - Battery Life: 6 months vs 1.5 years
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Aqara Smart Lock N100 Zigbee Edition or Schlage Encode?
Aqara Smart Lock N100 Zigbee Edition has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, battery life, and integrations.
What is the biggest difference between Aqara Smart Lock N100 Zigbee Edition and Schlage Encode?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Aqara Smart Lock N100 Zigbee Edition lists $159.90, while Schlage Encode lists $229.31.
Which one looks better on price?
Aqara Smart Lock N100 Zigbee Edition is listed at $159.90, while Schlage Encode is listed at $229.31. Aqara Smart Lock N100 Zigbee Edition (better spec).
Who should buy Aqara Smart Lock N100 Zigbee Edition?
Choose Aqara Smart Lock N100 Zigbee Edition if your priority is price and battery life and that matters more than warranty.
Who should buy Schlage Encode?
Choose Schlage Encode if your priority is warranty and that matters more than price.
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