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Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt

Name: Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt
Brand: Schlage

The Encode is Schlage's Wi-Fi keypad deadbolt without the Plus tier. Airbnb and Hospitable both list it as supported, and Schlage's page shows Matter certification and Apple Home Key.

Best value Airbnb-native Schlage

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Best use case: Hosts who want Airbnb-native codes at a lower price than the Encode Plus
Ideal portfolio: 1-20 listings, US/Canada
Setup difficulty: moderate
Channels: airbnb

Pricing summary

Listed 'starting at $299.00' on Schlage's site (as of Oct 2026).

Verified 2026-10-19. Pricing source

What it automates

Unique per-reservation guest codes
Codes expire at checkout

What still needs a human

Install the lock and replace batteries on a schedule
Keep a physical or backup entry method and share it per Airbnb's backup requirement
Test a guest code before every new listing goes live

Verified integrations

Airbnb native
Hospitable
Alexa, Google Assistant per Schlage

Strengths

Built-in Wi-Fi, no hub
Standard AA batteries
Matter certified per Schlage

Limitations

Keep a backup entry method
Dependent on Wi-Fi at the door

Verification notes

Price can change; Plus-vs-standard feature differences not compared in detail

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Sources

Last verified 2026-10-19.