Aqara Smart Lock U100
The standalone US U100 offers keypad, fingerprint and compatible Apple home-key entry.
Best for: Choosing several local entry methods on the specified US lock.
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Aqara Smart Lock U100 vs Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt
Compare Aqara Smart Lock U100 vs Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt for locks and guest entry. Check the exact lock model, how to get in if it fails, and any extra device or paid plan you need.
Overview
Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt
The Encode BE489 deadbolt uses built-in Wi-Fi and the Schlage Home app.
Best for: Remote app access with the specified Wi-Fi deadbolt.
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| What matters to you |  Aqara Smart Lock U100Smart access | Schlage Encode Smart WiFi DeadboltSmart access |
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| Score | STRCompare scoring | STRCompare scoring |
| Properties | Count the devices you need, not just properties. Check whether your account qualifies and get an exact quote. | Count the devices you need, not just properties. Check whether your account qualifies and get an exact quote. |
| Overview | Consider U100 if you want local entry by keypad, fingerprint or compatible Apple home key. This profile covers the US Gray standalone SDL-D01 U100. It is not a kit. To manage Aqara Home passwords from a distance, buy a compatible Aqara Zigbee 3.0 hub separately. The lock price is only part of that setup. | This profile covers the Encode BE489 deadbolt. It has Wi-Fi built in and uses Schlage Home. You do not need another device for remote access. Plus, Connect and Lever are different products. Remote access still needs power, Wi-Fi and internet at the property. The app is free, but a property-software connection may cost extra. |
| Plans and add-ons | Standalone U100 · add-on One Gray/Silver U100 lock. A supported remote hub, NFC accessory, taxes and installation cost extra. Compatible Aqara remote hub · add-on Remote Aqara Home password management needs a supported hub. Its exact price is unknown. | Encode BE489 trim · add-on Official trim prices start at $299 per lock. We could not confirm which dollar currency applies. A starting or suggested retail price does not confirm checkout prices or ongoing plan fees. |
| Price and how you pay | Standalone U100: USD 189.99/lockPrice per hardware item Plan prices and conditionsStandalone U100: USD 189.99/lock Price per hardware item One Gray/Silver U100 lock. A supported remote hub, NFC accessory, taxes and installation cost extra. This price covers one device, managed door or service unit. Your required quantity and total cost are not confirmed. Standalone U100: Standalone U100: USD 189.99/lock Price per hardware item One Gray/Silver U100 lock. A supported remote hub, NFC accessory, taxes and installation cost extra. This price covers one device, managed door or service unit. Your required quantity and total cost are not confirmed. Compatible Aqara remote hub: Price not confirmed Remote Aqara Home password management needs a supported hub. Its exact price is unknown. We do not know how many locks or doors you need, or the exact price. Property count alone does not tell us how many devices to include. | Encode BE489: from $299/lock; currency to confirm Plan prices and conditionsEncode BE489: from $299/lock; currency to confirm Listed finishes start at $299 per lock. We could not confirm which dollar currency applies. This is a starting list price, not a confirmed checkout price or a recurring software fee. We do not know how many locks or doors you need, or the exact price. Property count alone does not tell us how many devices to include. Encode BE489 trim: Encode BE489: from $299/lock; currency to confirm Listed finishes start at $299 per lock. We could not confirm which dollar currency applies. This is a starting list price, not a confirmed checkout price or a recurring software fee. We do not know how many locks or doors you need, or the exact price. Property count alone does not tell us how many devices to include. |
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| Review sources | TrustpilotTrustScore 4.3 / 5 · 130 reviews GoogleRating 4.7 / 5 (rounded) · 16,118 ratings | TrustpilotTrustScore 1.9 / 5 · 81 reviews |
| 01 / Guest access | ||
| Product type Choose locks, software to control entry or a managed service. | Available U100 replaces a US deadbolt. This is the lock alone, without a hub kit. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| Available Encode BE489 Wi-Fi deadbolt replaces your lock. Encode Plus and Lever are separate models. Model: Encode BE489 / BE489WB deadbolt; separate from Encode Plus, Connect and Lever
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| Scheduled access codes Create entry codes for the dates of each stay. | With conditions Create temporary and one-time passwords. Remote setup needs an Aqara Zigbee hub. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| With conditions Set schedules for up to 100 codes in Schlage Home. Model: Encode BE489 / BE489WB deadbolt; separate from Encode Plus, Connect and Lever
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| Remote management Internet, a bridge device or a plan needed for control from afar. | With conditions To manage passwords remotely in Aqara Home, buy a compatible Aqara Zigbee 3.0 hub separately. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| With conditions Built-in Wi-Fi lets you use Schlage Home from afar. The lock needs power and internet. Model: Encode BE489 / BE489WB deadbolt; separate from Encode Plus, Connect and Lever
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| Offline access Ways to get in when the connection is down. | With conditions Generate one-time passwords locally. Fingerprints and PINs also work at the lock. The lock needs power. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| With conditions With a qualifying built-in Airbnb link, saved guest codes still start and expire offline. The lock must have power and work. Backup codes last until removed. If the lock is offline, remove them by hand after checkout. Model: Encode BE489 / BE489WB deadbolt; separate from Encode Plus, Connect and Lever
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| Access methods Keypad, app, physical key and other documented methods. | With conditions Use a PIN, up to 50 fingerprints, Apple home key or a mechanical key. NFC cards are sold separately. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| With conditions Unlock with a touchscreen PIN, the Schlage Home app or a physical key. Model: Encode BE489 / BE489WB deadbolt; separate from Encode Plus, Connect and Lever
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| Access logs Entry logs and the requirements for using them. | Check this for your exact device and account. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit) | With conditions See lock history and alerts in the app. Model: Encode BE489 / BE489WB deadbolt; separate from Encode Plus, Connect and Lever
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| Backup entry Backup options if power or the connection fails. | With conditions Use a mechanical key or supply emergency power through USB-C. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| With conditions Includes a backup key. Saved PINs still need a working lock with power. Model: Encode BE489 / BE489WB deadbolt; separate from Encode Plus, Connect and Lever
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| 02 / Installation and connections | ||
| Lock compatibility Supported locks or required door hardware. | Check this for your exact device and account. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit) | Check this for your exact device and account. Model: Encode BE489 / BE489WB deadbolt; separate from Encode Plus, Connect and Lever |
| Door requirements Lock size and rules for fitting it to your door. | With conditions 35–55mm door thickness, 60/70mm backset, 2–10mm door gap Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| With conditions BE489 standard door thickness 1⅜–1¾ inches; 2⅜ or 2¾ inch backset, 2⅛ inch face bore and 1 inch edge bore. Thick-door kit is separate. Exact fit must be checked. Model: Encode BE489 / BE489WB deadbolt; separate from Encode Plus, Connect and Lever
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| Connectivity Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, hubs and anything else you need. | With conditions Bluetooth 5.0, Zigbee 3.0 and NFC; not native Wi-Fi or Thread Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| With conditions Built-in Wi-Fi. No separate bridge is needed to control it from afar. Model: Encode BE489 / BE489WB deadbolt; separate from Encode Plus, Connect and Lever
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| PMS connections Create codes from bookings. Check connections and fees. | Check this for your exact device and account. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit) | With conditions The built-in Airbnb connection works only in some places, with certain devices and listings. Other property-software connections may cost extra. Model: Encode BE489 / BE489WB deadbolt; separate from Encode Plus, Connect and Lever
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| Smart-home connections Supported home platforms and required accessories. | With conditions Works with Apple Home, Alexa, Google Home and IFTTT. You need the right setup and hub. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| With conditions Works with Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant after setup. Model: Encode BE489 / BE489WB deadbolt; separate from Encode Plus, Connect and Lever
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| Battery and power Battery type and other power needs. | With conditions Uses four AA batteries. The claimed life of up to eight months assumes eight fingerprint unlocks a day. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| With conditions Uses four AA batteries. The claimed life is up to six months, depending on use. Model: Encode BE489 / BE489WB deadbolt; separate from Encode Plus, Connect and Lever
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| API access What other software can control and who gets access. | Check this for your exact device and account. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit) | Check this for your exact device and account. Model: Encode BE489 / BE489WB deadbolt; separate from Encode Plus, Connect and Lever |
| 03 / Eligibility and costs | ||
| Property limits Check account limits and how many devices you need. | Count the devices you need, not just properties. Check whether your account qualifies and get an exact quote. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| Count the devices you need, not just properties. Check whether your account qualifies and get an exact quote. Model: Encode BE489 / BE489WB deadbolt; separate from Encode Plus, Connect and Lever
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| Plans and add-ons Check the device model and software plan rules. | With conditions Gray or Silver U100 lock. Buy a compatible hub separately for remote access. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| Check this for your exact device and account. Model: Encode BE489 / BE489WB deadbolt; separate from Encode Plus, Connect and Lever |
| Hardware cost Price for one device, not a total for all your properties. | With conditions The US store lists the lock alone at USD 189.99. The hub and installation cost separately. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| With conditions Official prices start at $299 per lock. This is not the total for all your properties. Model: Encode BE489 / BE489WB deadbolt; separate from Encode Plus, Connect and Lever
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| Additional fees Plans per device, bridge devices and fitting costs. | With conditions The lock-only offer does not include the hub needed for remote access or an NFC card. Model: SDL-D01 U100 Gray lock-only (not DL-D01D kit)
| Check this for your exact device and account. Model: Encode BE489 / BE489WB deadbolt; separate from Encode Plus, Connect and Lever |
Compare locks and guest-entry tools — Aqara Smart Lock U100 vs Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt
Start at the door. Check whether the lock fits, how guests enter and what happens if power or internet fails. Then check remote control and booking links. A lock, a hub and access software can be separate purchases. Confirm the full setup before relying on automatic guest codes.
Aqara Smart Lock U100: what to consider
Check the model and hub you need. To manage Aqara Home passwords from afar, buy a supported Aqara Zigbee hub separately. The lock price alone does not cover that setup. Read the Aqara Smart Lock U100 profile for its plans and requirements.
Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt: what to consider
Check that you are buying BE489, not another Encode model. Remote access needs power, Wi-Fi and internet at the property. A free maker app does not make all links to property software free. Read the Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt profile for its plans and requirements.
Explore all smart access options, how to choose a lock for a US rental, how to plan automatic guest access codes to continue your shortlist.
Common questions
What should I check before choosing between Aqara Smart Lock U100 and Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt?
Start with the exact door and lock model. Check the keypad, bridge or hub needed for your chosen booking connection. Decide which system should create and remove guest codes. A compatible brand name alone does not confirm that the full setup will work.
How should I plan backup entry with Aqara Smart Lock U100 and Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt?
Check how the exact model lets guests in if the main method fails. Test the guest steps before arrival and arrange local help. A code may work offline but still need an internet link for you to change or remove it.
What backup options does Aqara Smart Lock U100 offer for a flat battery?
Aqara lists a physical key and a USB-C port for backup power. Plan how a guest can reach the backup before the battery runs flat. These methods do not promise entry if there is another fault.
Can I connect Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt directly to Airbnb?
Airbnb lists this model for its direct smart-lock feature. The listing must be in the US or Canada and meet Airbnb’s other rules. The lock needs internet and a keypad. Check the exact model and listing before you rely on codes linked to bookings.