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Eufy FamiLock S3 vs Schlage Encode

Full Smart Door Locks comparison in 2026

Updated November 2026
Data from the official Eufy and Schlage sites.
2026 verdict
For most buyers in 2026, Schlage Encode is the safer pick over Eufy FamiLock S3 because of price, rating, and warranty.
It has the clearer edge on price, rating, and warranty, and it stays ahead on battery life. Eufy FamiLock S3 is the better fit only for buyers who prioritize integrations, doorbell, and local control above everything else here. For the average buyer, Schlage Encode is the safer choice.
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The biggest differences

Where these two are furthest apart, and by how much.

  • Warranty2×Schlage Encode3 years vs 1.5 years
  • Battery Life+50%Schlage Encode6 months vs 4 months
FeatureEufy FamiLock S3Schlage EncodeWinner
Price$404.18$229.31Schlage Encode
Rating4.04.3Schlage Encode
Warranty1.5 years3 yearsSchlage Encode
Battery Life4 months6 monthsSchlage Encode
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterGoogle Home, Alexa, Home AssistantEufy FamiLock S3
DoorbellYESNOEufy FamiLock S3
Local ControlYESNOEufy FamiLock S3
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi2.4 GHz WiFiTie
Lock/Unlock SystemRemote, Passcode, Physical KeyRemote, Passcode, Physical KeyTie
Emergency FingerprintNONOTie
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$404.18
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  • + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
  • + Doorbell: YES
  • + Local Control: YES
  • - Price: $404.18 vs $229.31
  • - Rating: 4.0 vs 4.3
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$229.31
  • + Price: $229.31
  • + Rating: 4.3
  • + Warranty: 3 years
  • - Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
  • - Doorbell: NO vs YES

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Eufy FamiLock S3 or Schlage Encode?

Schlage Encode has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and warranty.

What is the biggest difference between Eufy FamiLock S3 and Schlage Encode?

Price is one of the clearest differences: Eufy FamiLock S3 lists $404.18, while Schlage Encode lists $229.31.

Which one looks better on price?

Eufy FamiLock S3 is listed at $404.18, while Schlage Encode is listed at $229.31. Schlage Encode (better spec).

Who should buy Eufy FamiLock S3?

Choose Eufy FamiLock S3 if your priority is integrations and doorbell and that matters more than price.

Who should buy Schlage Encode?

Choose Schlage Encode if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than integrations.

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