I’m solidly leaning towards a Schlage Connect Lock due to its local only Zwave capabilities (which has the benefit of also extending battery life). I was strongly considering the Aqara U100 for its many features, but based on what I’ve seen I can foresee it being a nightmare to get working locally with home assistant and the need for a phone app makes me fear for long term support.

I use the Schlage Encode for other houses and love the way it looks and how easy it is to setup and use. I really wish they would make a Zwave version with the same hardware.

So before I jump in and buy the Schlage Connect, is there anybody who has experience with either of the locks I’ve mentioned? Feel free to chime in if you have a different lock that you think beats out these.

    • lud@lemm.eeEnglish
      2·
      7 months ago

      Our smart lock has an external 9v battery plug so the worst case is that you will have to walk to the store and buy a battery before you can unlock using the keypad.

      But that hasn’t happened to us yet because the lock will warn you before it runs out by beeping.

      • Treczoks@lemmy.worldEnglish
        1·
        7 months ago

        That’s risky. Anyone who can access this can basically blow in some real voltage and power to burn the hardware.

        • lud@lemm.eeEnglish
          21·
          7 months ago

          Yeah and anyone can throw a rock through the window.