Updated November 2026
Data from the official Schlage and TP-Link sites.
2026 verdict
A keypad, a doorbell and ten months of AAs: TP-Link Tapo DL100 is the smarter smart lock against the Schlage Encode, which does not win a single compared row.
The Tapo lasts about 10 months on 4x AA, adds Bluetooth plus Wi-Fi, one-time and anti-peep passwords, a USB-C emergency port and a built-in doorbell, and it is the more affordable, better-reviewed of the two. The Schlage Encode is still a capable Wi-Fi keypad deadbolt with rental-code history, but it has no doorbell, no documented one-time codes and a shorter 6-month pack. Buy the TP-Link Tapo DL100 unless you specifically need Schlage's rental-platform habits.
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$59.99
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| Feature | Schlage Encode | TP-Link Tapo DL100 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $229.31 | $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 |
| Doorbell | NO | YES | TP-Link Tapo DL100 |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | Tie |
| Lock/Unlock System | Remote, Passcode, Physical Key | Remote, Bluetooth, Passcode, Physical Key | Tie |
| Emergency Fingerprint | NO | NO | Tie |
| Local Control | NO | NO | Tie |
$229.31
- - Price: $229.31 vs $59.99
- - Rating: 4.3 vs 4.4
Winner
14% OFF
$59.99
$69.99
- + Price: $59.99
- + Rating: 4.4
- + Battery Life: 10 months
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Schlage Encode or TP-Link Tapo DL100?
The TP-Link Tapo DL100 is the stronger overall smart lock. It wins on price, battery life, connectivity, unlock methods, one-time passwords, anti-peep passwords and its doorbell. The Schlage Encode does not take a compared row.
What is the biggest difference between Schlage Encode and TP-Link Tapo DL100?
The TP-Link Tapo DL100 adds a doorbell, Bluetooth and a 10-month battery rating on the same 4x AA class of lock. The Schlage Encode is a Wi-Fi-only keypad deadbolt without a doorbell.
Does either lock have a doorbell?
Yes, the TP-Link Tapo DL100 includes a doorbell. The Schlage Encode does not.
How long do the batteries last?
The TP-Link Tapo DL100 is rated about 10 months on 4x AA cells, with a USB-C emergency port. The Schlage Encode is rated about 6 months on 4x AA with no backup battery.
Who should buy Schlage Encode?
Buy the Schlage Encode only if you already rely on its rental guest-code workflow and do not need a doorbell or Bluetooth.
Who should buy TP-Link Tapo DL100?
Buy the TP-Link Tapo DL100 for a keypad deadbolt with a doorbell, longer battery life, one-time codes and a USB-C emergency port at the lower price.
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