August Wi-Fi Smart Lock
Fit a compatible deadbolt while keeping the outside hardware and key.
Best for: Keeping existing outside door hardware with a compatible deadbolt.
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August Wi-Fi Smart Lock vs Lynx vs Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt
Compare August Wi-Fi Smart Lock vs Lynx 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
Lynx
Manage guest access and connected-property tasks with software modules.
Best for: Combining guest access with selected portal or message modules.
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 |  August Wi-Fi Smart LockSmart access | LynxSmart access | Schlage Encode Smart WiFi DeadboltSmart access |
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| Score | STRCompare scoring | 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. | Count the devices you need, not just properties. Check whether your account qualifies and get an exact quote. |
| Overview | Consider August Wi-Fi Smart Lock if you want to keep your outside hardware and key. It needs a compatible single-cylinder deadbolt. Guests can use virtual keys. To enter by PIN without a phone, they need a keypad. Current booking automation is still an open question. The Wi-Fi product pages we reviewed do not confirm a current PMS booking-code process. | Lynx is software to manage guest access and connected-property tasks. Locks and installation are separate parts of the purchase. You can choose modules for access, a guest portal and messages. Public sources do not confirm a fixed price for a few properties. They do not confirm a minimum that applies to every quote. | 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 | Silver lock-only · add-on One selected Silver lock. Its current price differs from an older starting price. Tax, installation and an optional keypad cost extra. Wi-Fi + Keypad bundle · add-on The bundle previously showed $229.99. Select the exact model and check its currency, stock and checkout price. Wi-Fi + Keypad Touch bundle · add-on The bundle was listed at $249.99. Check the current model, currency, stock and final checkout price. | Enterprise Ask for a quote for your plan and setup. | 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 | Silver lock-only: USD 199.99/lockPrice per hardware item Plan prices and conditionsSilver lock-only: USD 199.99/lock Price per hardware item One selected Silver lock. Its current price differs from an older starting price. Tax, installation and an optional keypad cost extra. This price covers one device, managed door or service unit. Your required quantity and total cost are not confirmed. Silver lock-only: Silver lock-only: USD 199.99/lock Price per hardware item One selected Silver lock. Its current price differs from an older starting price. Tax, installation and an optional keypad cost extra. This price covers one device, managed door or service unit. Your required quantity and total cost are not confirmed. Wi-Fi + Keypad bundle: Wi-Fi + Keypad bundle: prior $229.99/bundle; current selection to confirm The bundle previously showed $229.99. Select the exact model and check its currency, stock and checkout price. 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. Wi-Fi + Keypad Touch bundle: Wi-Fi + Keypad Touch bundle: prior $249.99/bundle; current selection to confirm The bundle was listed at $249.99. Check the current model, currency, stock and final checkout price. 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. | Enterprise: Contact the provider for a quote. Plan prices and conditionsEnterprise: Contact the provider for a quote. Ask for a quote for the plan and setup you need. 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. Enterprise: Contact the provider for a quote. Ask for a quote for the plan and setup you need. 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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| 01 / Guest access | |||
| Product type Choose locks, software to control entry or a managed service. | Available Fits inside a compatible single-cylinder deadbolt and adds Wi-Fi. Model: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock, Silver lock-only
| Available Manage access and smart devices. Ask for a quote. Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.
| 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. | Check this for your exact device and account. Model: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock, Silver lock-only | With conditions Send booking-linked codes before guests arrive. Compatible locks store codes sent to them in advance. Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.
| 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 Built-in Wi-Fi. The August app does not need a Connect bridge. Model: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock, Silver lock-only
| With conditions Manage supported devices online. Check the lock and network requirements. Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.
| 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. | Check this for your exact device and account. Model: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock, Silver lock-only | With conditions Codes saved earlier can work on supported locks during an internet outage. The lock needs power. You may not be able to change codes during the outage. Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.
| 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 Share digital keys in August. Add a keypad for PIN entry without a phone. Keep your original physical key. Model: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock, Silver lock-only
| With conditions Keypad access and other ways to unlock depend on the device. Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.
| 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. | With conditions See activity and DoorSense status in the app. Model: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock, Silver lock-only
| With conditions Get entry alerts and access logs. Your device and connection must support them. Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.
| 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 Original mechanical key remains Model: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock, Silver lock-only
| Check this for your exact device and account. Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account. | 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. | With conditions Fits a compatible single-cylinder deadbolt. The outside hardware stays in place. Model: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock, Silver lock-only
| With conditions Check the exact lock model. The number of codes and connection options differ by model. Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.
| 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 Replaces the inside thumbturn. Check your deadbolt and the space around it. Model: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock, Silver lock-only
| Check this for your exact device and account. Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account. | 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 Supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz. For 5GHz, the lock needs software version 1.1.22 or later. Model: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock, Silver lock-only
| Check this for your exact device and account. Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account. | 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: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock, Silver lock-only | With conditions Enterprise can share data both ways with property software. Check the connection and permissions. Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.
| 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 Alexa, Google Assistant and Apple HomeKit/Siri after setup. Model: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock, Silver lock-only
| Check this for your exact device and account. Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account. | 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 two CR123 batteries. Battery life depends on Wi-Fi and use. Model: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock, Silver lock-only
| Check this for your exact device and account. Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account. | 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: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock, Silver lock-only | Check this for your exact device and account. Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account. | 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: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock, Silver lock-only
| With conditions Unlimited admins and non-guest users. We could not confirm a minimum or maximum number of properties. Count the devices you need, not just properties. Check whether your account qualifies and get an exact quote. Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.
| 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 Choose the Silver lock alone or a keypad/Keypad Touch bundle. Check the exact model and stock. Model: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock, Silver lock-only
| With conditions Enterprise needs a quote. You can bring your own hardware or buy it already set up. Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.
| 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 Silver lock alone costs $199.99. Keypads and bundles cost separately. Model: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock, Silver lock-only
| Check this for your exact device and account. Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account. | 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. | Check this for your exact device and account. Model: August Wi-Fi Smart Lock, Silver lock-only | With conditions Ask for Enterprise prices and any minimum purchase or contract terms. The public page does not give them. Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.
| 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 — August Wi-Fi Smart Lock vs Lynx 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.
August Wi-Fi Smart Lock: what to consider
Check the deadbolt fit first. Guests need a keypad for PIN entry without a phone. A current booking-driven code process was not confirmed for this model, so do not assume it is included. Read the August Wi-Fi Smart Lock profile for its plans and requirements.
Lynx: what to consider
Check the modules and hardware in your quote. Locks and fitting are separate parts of the setup. A fixed price for a few properties was not confirmed. Nor was a minimum that applies to every quote. Read the Lynx 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 August Wi-Fi Smart Lock, Lynx 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 August Wi-Fi Smart Lock, Lynx 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.
Can August Wi-Fi Smart Lock guests use my existing physical key?
Yes, if the deadbolt fits. The lock keeps the outside hardware and old key. App-based guest keys are a separate way to enter. For PIN entry without a phone, you need a suitable keypad. Do not assume a lock-only order comes with one.
Which Lynx connection mode should I use with Airbnb?
Use Inbox Only if your property software already handles stays and codes. Access Management and Inbox can import Airbnb listings and stays and manage codes without that software. Access Code Only leaves out the inbox. Choose the mode that fits the system you want to control codes.
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.