Updated August 2026
Data from Amazon and official Schlage and Yale sites.
2026 verdict
Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi beats Schlage Encode in 2026, with its clearest edge on price, connectivity, and integrations. It wins the broader comparison through price, connectivity, and integrations, while Lock/Unlock system helps confirm the result. Schlage Encode is the better fit only for buyers who prioritize rating and warranty above everything else here. Overall, Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi makes more sense for most people.
| Feature | Schlage Encode | Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $229.00 | $169.99 | Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi |
| Rating | 4.3 | 3.7 | Schlage Encode |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year | Schlage Encode |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit | Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi |
| Lock/Unlock System | Remote, Passcode, Physical Key | Remote, Bluetooth, Passcode, Physical Key | Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi |
| One-Time Password | NO | NO | Tie |
| Periodic Password | NO | NO | Tie |
| Anti-peep Password | NO | NO | Tie |
| Emergency Fingerprint | NO | NO | Tie |
| Doorbell | NO | NO | Tie |
$229.00
- + Rating: 4.3
- + Warranty: 3 years
- - Price: $229.00 vs $169.99
- - Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth
Winner
35% OFF
$169.99
$259.99
- + Price: $169.99
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit
- - Rating: 3.7 vs 4.3
- - Warranty: 1 year vs 3 years
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: Schlage Encode or Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi?
Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, connectivity, and integrations.
What is the biggest difference between Schlage Encode and Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi?
Price is one of the clearest differences: Schlage Encode lists $229.00, while Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi lists $169.99.
Which one looks better on price?
Schlage Encode is listed at $229.00, while Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi is listed at $169.99. Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi (better spec).
Who should buy Schlage Encode?
Choose Schlage Encode if your priority is rating and warranty and that matters more than price.
Who should buy Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi?
Choose Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi if your priority is price and connectivity and that matters more than rating.
