Winner
Updated November 2026
Data from the official Nuki and Schlage sites.
2026 verdict
Matter and a wider unlock toolkit put the Nuki Smart Lock Pro ahead of this smart lock pairing.
It connects over Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, talks to Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, SmartThings, Home Assistant and Matter, and can add keypad codes, one-time passwords and periodic guest access once the accessory keypad is on the door. The Schlage Encode still makes more sense as a US deadbolt: built-in Wi-Fi with a native keypad, remote codes without extra hardware, and a 3-year warranty against the Nuki's 2 years. Both auto-lock after the door closes and last about 6 months per charge. Pick the Nuki Smart Lock Pro for a multi-platform retrofit; pick the Schlage Encode when you want a conventional keyed deadbolt with a longer warranty and no add-on keypad.
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| Feature | Nuki Smart Lock Pro | Schlage Encode | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 2 years | 3 years | Schlage Encode |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Thread Protocol | 2.4 GHz WiFi | Nuki Smart Lock Pro |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant | Nuki Smart Lock Pro |
| Lock/Unlock System | Remote, Bluetooth, Passcode, Fingerprint, Physical Key | Remote, Passcode, Physical Key | Nuki Smart Lock Pro |
| Local Control | YES | NO | Nuki Smart Lock Pro |
| Rating | 4.3 | 4.3 | Tie |
| Battery Life | 6 months | 6 months | Tie |
| Emergency Fingerprint | NO | NO | Tie |
| Doorbell | NO | NO | Tie |
Winner
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Thread Protocol
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
- + Lock/Unlock System: Remote, Bluetooth, Passcode, Fingerprint, Physical Key
- - Warranty: 2 years vs 3 years
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- + Warranty: 3 years
- - Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth, Thread Protocol
- - Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant vs Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Nuki Smart Lock Pro or Schlage Encode?
The Nuki Smart Lock Pro is the stronger overall smart lock here, winning on connectivity, integrations and unlock options. The Schlage Encode is the simpler US deadbolt with a built-in keypad and a longer 3-year warranty.
What is the biggest difference between Nuki Smart Lock Pro and Schlage Encode?
Form factor and ecosystem. The Nuki Smart Lock Pro is a cylinder retrofit with Matter, HomeKit and Home Assistant, while the Schlage Encode is a Wi-Fi deadbolt with a built-in keypad and no Matter or HomeKit.
Does either lock need extra hardware for codes?
The Schlage Encode has a built-in passcode keypad. The Nuki Smart Lock Pro needs its keypad accessory for passcodes, one-time passwords and periodic passwords, and the fingerprint reader is a second accessory.
How do the warranties compare?
The Schlage Encode carries a 3-year warranty. The Nuki Smart Lock Pro is covered for 2 years.
Who should buy Nuki Smart Lock Pro?
Buy the Nuki Smart Lock Pro if you want Matter, HomeKit and Home Assistant on a retrofit cylinder, and you are fine adding a keypad for guest codes.
Who should buy Schlage Encode?
Buy the Schlage Encode if you need a US-style deadbolt with a built-in keypad, Airbnb-style guest codes and a longer warranty, and you do not need HomeKit or Matter.
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