Smart locks make it easier and safer to protect your home. No keys to lose. No need to hide spares under a mat. You can lock or unlock your door from anywhere. Three top brands lead the market: August, Yale, and Schlage. Each offers strong features, but which one fits your needs? This guide compares them side by side. We’ll look at design, features, ease of use, security, and price.
All three locks are built to last. But they look and feel different.
August Smart Lock (4th Gen)
Yale Assure Lock 2
Schlage Encode
Winner for Design: If you want to keep your existing key and lock, go with August.If you want a full new lock with a keypad, Yale or Schlage work better.
Installing a smart lock sounds hard—but it isn’t. Most take under 30 minutes with simple tools.
August:
Yale:
Schlage:
Winner for Ease of Setup: August is best if you don’t want to change your door hardware.Yale and Schlage take more time but aren’t hard for most people.
Smart locks do more than just lock and unlock.
Winner for Features: August wins on smart control and geofencing.Yale and Schlage give you more access options, like keypads.
Connecting your lock to your smart home helps control everything from one app.
Winner for Integration: August and Yale support the widest range of platforms.If you're an iPhone user, August works great with HomeKit.
You want to give access to family, friends, or service workers—without handing out keys.
Winner for Access Control: August gives the most flexible app-based sharing.Yale is better if you prefer keypads for guests or kids.
Smart locks need strong physical and digital protection.
Winner for Security:Schlage is best for high-security needs.Yale is also strong.August depends on your current lock strength.
The app is where you’ll do most things: unlock, share access, and see history.
August App:
Yale App (Yale Access or Smart Living):
Schlage App:
Winner for App: August has the smoothest app.Yale also performs well.Schlage works fine but could use a refresh.
Smart locks need power. Most use AA batteries or built-in rechargeable ones.
Winner for Battery Life: Yale gets the edge for longer life and 9V backup.August runs out faster, but warns you in time.
Here’s a general range (as of 2025):
Prices may vary by store and model features.
Winner for Price: August is best for budget buyers who want top features.Yale is a strong balance of price and options.Schlage is more expensive but worth it for extra security.
Here’s a quick summary:
Pick August if: You want smart control, easy install, and sleek design.
Pick Yale if: You like keypad access, good battery life, and strong smart features.
Pick Schlage if:You want top-level security and a built-in alarm. Choose based on your needs, not just the brand. Any of these three can protect your home well.
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