Winner
Updated October 2026
Data from the official Level and Schlage sites.
2026 verdict
Across the 2026 comparison, Level Bolt (Matter) earns the nod over Schlage Encode on the strength of price, battery life, and integrations.
Its strongest advantages show up in price, battery life, and integrations, with local control helping widen the gap. There is still a case for Schlage Encode, but mainly if rating and warranty are what you value most. That keeps the verdict firmly in favor of Level Bolt (Matter).
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The biggest differences
Where these two are furthest apart, and by how much.
- Battery Life2×Level Bolt (Matter)1 year vs 6 months
- Warranty+50%Schlage Encode3 years vs 2 years
| Feature | Level Bolt (Matter) | Schlage Encode | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $199.00 | $229.00 | Level Bolt (Matter) |
| Rating | 3.5 | 4.3 | Schlage Encode |
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years | Schlage Encode |
| Battery Life | 1 year | 6 months | Level Bolt (Matter) |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant | Level Bolt (Matter) |
| Local Control | YES | NO | Level Bolt (Matter) |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth, Thread Protocol | 2.4 GHz WiFi | Tie |
| Lock/Unlock System | Remote, Bluetooth, Passcode, Physical Key | Remote, Passcode, Physical Key | Tie |
| Emergency Fingerprint | NO | NO | Tie |
| Doorbell | NO | NO | Tie |
Winner
$199.00
- + Price: $199.00
- + Battery Life: 1 year
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
- - Rating: 3.5 vs 4.3
- - Warranty: 2 years vs 3 years
$229.00
- + Rating: 4.3
- + Warranty: 3 years
- - Price: $229.00 vs $199.00
- - Battery Life: 6 months vs 1 year
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Level Bolt (Matter) or Schlage Encode?
Level Bolt (Matter) has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, battery life, and integrations.
What is the biggest difference between Level Bolt (Matter) and Schlage Encode?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Level Bolt (Matter) lists $199.00, while Schlage Encode lists $229.00.
Which one looks better on price?
Level Bolt (Matter) is listed at $199.00, while Schlage Encode is listed at $229.00. Level Bolt (Matter) (better spec).
Who should buy Level Bolt (Matter)?
Choose Level Bolt (Matter) if your priority is price and battery life and that matters more than rating.
Who should buy Schlage Encode?
Choose Schlage Encode if your priority is rating and warranty and that matters more than price.
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