Updated November 2026
Data from the official Schlage and TP-Link sites.
2026 verdict
A built-in doorbell button is one of several extras that put the TP-Link Tapo DL100 ahead of the Schlage Arrive in this smart lock comparison, along with broader connectivity, more platform integrations and a fuller unlock system.
It adds Bluetooth alongside Wi-Fi, reaches Samsung SmartThings on top of Google Home and Alexa, and backs its backlit keypad with a doorbell ring button, one-time guest codes and anti-peep entry between random digits, none of which the Arrive offers. The Schlage Arrive is the more established mainstream option, with a top BHMA residential rating behind its electronics, though it does not out-spec the Tapo DL100 on any measured category in this comparison. Both keep a physical key as a final backup, though only the Tapo DL100 adds a USB-C emergency power port for when its batteries run low. Buyers who want the most complete feature set for the money, including a doorbell button and flexible guest codes, should pick the TP-Link Tapo DL100, while anyone drawn to a longer-established lock brand can still consider the Schlage Arrive.
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| Feature | Schlage Arrive | TP-Link Tapo DL100 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $199.46 | $59.99 | TP-Link Tapo DL100 |
| Rating | 4.3 | 4.4 | TP-Link Tapo DL100 |
| Battery Life | 6 months | 10 months | TP-Link Tapo DL100 |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant | Google Home, Alexa, Samsung SmartThings | TP-Link Tapo DL100 |
| One-Time Password | NO | YES | TP-Link Tapo DL100 |
| Doorbell | NO | YES | TP-Link Tapo DL100 |
| Weather Resistance | YES | IP54 | Tie |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | Tie |
| Lock/Unlock System | Remote, Bluetooth, Passcode, Physical Key | Remote, Bluetooth, Passcode, Physical Key | Tie |
| Emergency Fingerprint | NO | NO | Tie |
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- - Price: $199.46 vs $59.99
- - Rating: 4.3 vs 4.4
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$59.99
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- + Price: $59.99
- + Rating: 4.4
- + Battery Life: 10 months
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Schlage Arrive or TP-Link Tapo DL100?
The TP-Link Tapo DL100 wins overall, with broader connectivity, more platform integrations and extras like a doorbell button, one-time guest codes and anti-peep entry that the Schlage Arrive lacks.
What is the biggest difference between Schlage Arrive and TP-Link Tapo DL100?
Feature breadth for the price. The Tapo DL100 adds Bluetooth alongside Wi-Fi, Samsung SmartThings support, a built-in doorbell ring button and flexible guest codes. The Schlage Arrive keeps things simpler with just Wi-Fi, Google Home and Alexa.
Does the TP-Link Tapo DL100 have a doorbell feature?
Yes, it has a doorbell ring button built into its exterior keypad. The Schlage Arrive has no doorbell function.
How do their power backups compare?
The TP-Link Tapo DL100 includes a USB-C emergency power port for when its batteries run low. Schlage does not publish a backup power option for the Arrive.
Who should buy the TP-Link Tapo DL100?
Choose the TP-Link Tapo DL100 for the most complete feature set for the money, including a doorbell button, Bluetooth and flexible guest codes.
Who should buy the Schlage Arrive?
Choose the Schlage Arrive if you prefer an established mainstream lock brand with a top BHMA residential rating, even without the Tapo's extra features.
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