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RemoteLock vs Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt

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Compare RemoteLock 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

RemoteLock

Use cloud software to manage access through supported locks. Physical locks are separate.

Best for: Use software to control supported locks.

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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RemoteLock versus Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt: features and conditions.
What matters to youRemoteLock
4.1 / 5Out of 187 reviews
Smart access
Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt
1.9 / 5Out of 81 reviews
Smart access
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OverviewRemoteLock is cloud software for door access, based in Denver. Physical locks are separate. Its catalog includes Schlage Encode Deadbolt and Encode Plus. A supported brand does not confirm that your exact model, region, rental software plan or required bridge will work. These details come from public guides, not product tests.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
Premium

Starting software price per managed door per month. Pay yearly for the yearly panel or monthly for the monthly panel. Both require a yearly commitment. Hardware, installation and taxes cost extra.

Enterprise

Starting software price per managed door per month. Pay yearly for the yearly panel or monthly for the monthly panel. Both require a yearly commitment. Hardware, installation and taxes cost extra.

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
Premium: from $7.5/door/month (monthly billing)Starting price
Plan prices and conditions

Premium: from $7.5/door/month (monthly billing)

Starting price

Starting software price per managed door per month. Pay yearly for the yearly panel or monthly for the monthly panel. Both require a yearly commitment. Hardware, installation and taxes cost extra.

This price covers one device, managed door or service unit. Your required quantity and total cost are not confirmed.

Premium: Premium: from $7.5/door/month (monthly billing)

Starting price

Starting software price per managed door per month. Pay yearly for the yearly panel or monthly for the monthly panel. Both require a yearly commitment. Hardware, installation and taxes cost extra.

This price covers one device, managed door or service unit. Your required quantity and total cost are not confirmed.

Enterprise: Enterprise: from $15/door/month (monthly billing)

Starting price

Starting software price per managed door per month. Pay yearly for the yearly panel or monthly for the monthly panel. Both require a yearly commitment. Hardware, installation and taxes cost extra.

This price covers one device, managed door or service unit. Your required quantity and total cost are not confirmed.

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 conditions

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.

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.

Limits and requirements
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      01 / Guest access
      Product type

      Choose locks, software to control entry or a managed service.

      Available

      Manage lock access online. Buy compatible locks separately.

      Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.

      • Check the model, power supply, connection and plan before you buy.
      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

      • Check the model, power supply, connection and plan before you buy.
      Scheduled access codes

      Create entry codes for the dates of each stay.

      With conditions

      Premium allows up to 150 guest codes, each lasting up to 90 days. Enterprise allows unlimited active guest codes.

      Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.

      • Check your device model and plan.
      • Check the model, power supply, connection and plan before you buy.
      With conditions

      Set schedules for up to 100 codes in Schlage Home.

      Model: Encode BE489 / BE489WB deadbolt; separate from Encode Plus, Connect and Lever

      • Check your device model and plan.
      • Check the model, power supply, connection and plan before you buy.
      Remote management

      Internet, a bridge device or a plan needed for control from afar.

      With conditions

      Manage supported devices online. Check which devices and connections your plan supports.

      Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.

      • Check your device model and plan.
      • Check the model, power supply, connection and plan before you buy.
      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

      • Check your device model and plan.
      • Check the model, power supply, connection and plan before you buy.
      Offline access

      Ways to get in when the connection is down.

      With conditions

      Access synced earlier can still work locally on compatible locks with power. Cloud changes need internet. How this works and whether a physical backup key is available depend on your hardware.

      Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.

      • Check your device model, its software version, power supply and connection.
      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

      • Check your device model, its software version, power supply and connection.
      Access methods

      Keypad, app, physical key and other documented methods.

      With conditions

      The lock model determines which codes, keys and access schedules you can use.

      Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.

      • Check your device model and plan.
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      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

      • Check your device model and plan.
      • Check the model, power supply, connection and plan before you buy.
      Access logs

      Entry logs and the requirements for using them.

      With conditions

      Access logs depend on the lock’s features and connection.

      Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.

      • Check your device model and plan.
      • Check the model, power supply, connection and plan before you buy.
      With conditions

      See lock history and alerts in the app.

      Model: Encode BE489 / BE489WB deadbolt; separate from Encode Plus, Connect and Lever

      • Check your device model and plan.
      • Check the model, power supply, connection and plan before you buy.
      Backup entry

      Backup options if power or the connection fails.

      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

      • Check your device model, its software version, power supply and connection.
      02 / Installation and connections
      Lock compatibility

      Supported locks or required door hardware.

      With conditions

      Check the exact model on the supported-device list. A listed brand does not mean every model works.

      Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.

      • Check your device model and plan.
      • Check the model, power supply, connection and plan before you buy.

      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.

      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

      • Check your device model, its software version, power supply and connection.
      Connectivity

      Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, hubs and anything else you need.

      With conditions

      Wi-Fi, hub and power needs depend on the device you choose.

      Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.

      • Check your device model and plan.
      • Check the model, power supply, connection and plan before you buy.
      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

      • Check your device model and plan.
      • Check the model, power supply, connection and plan before you buy.
      PMS connections

      Create codes from bookings. Check connections and fees.

      With conditions

      Connect your RemoteLock account to OwnerRez with permission. Check fees for both services.

      Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.

      • Check your device model and plan.
      • Check the model, power supply, connection and plan before you buy.
      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

      • Check your device model and plan.
      • Check the model, power supply, connection and plan before you buy.
      Smart-home connections

      Supported home platforms and required accessories.

      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

      • Check your device model and plan.
      • Check the model, power supply, connection and plan before you buy.
      Battery and power

      Battery type and other power needs.

      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

      • Check your device model and plan.
      • Check the model, power supply, connection and plan before you buy.
      API access

      What other software can control and who gets access.

      With conditions

      An API lets your software connect. You need an account with the right permissions.

      Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.

      • Check your device model and plan.
      • Check the model, power supply, connection and plan before you buy.

      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.

      Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.

      • Check this for your exact device and 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

      • Check this for your exact device and account.
      Plans and add-ons

      Check the device model and software plan rules.

      With conditions

      Premium, Enterprise and Enterprise+ for vacation rentals. Monthly and yearly payments both need a yearly contract.

      Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.

      • Check your device model and plan.
      • Check the model, power supply, connection and plan before you buy.

      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.

      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

      • Check your device model and plan.
      • Check the model, power supply, connection and plan before you buy.
      Additional fees

      Plans per device, bridge devices and fitting costs.

      With conditions

      Premium costs $6 per door each month with yearly billing, or $7.50 with monthly billing. Enterprise costs $12 per door each month with yearly billing, or $15 with monthly billing. Both need a yearly contract. Tax and hardware cost extra.

      Details: Ask for a quote and check which devices work with your account.

      • Check your device model and plan.
      • Check the model, power supply, connection and plan before you buy.

      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 — RemoteLock 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.

      RemoteLock: what to consider

      Check the exact lock model, region and software plan. A supported brand does not mean every lock in that brand will work. Include any needed bridge, hardware and setup costs in your choice. Read the RemoteLock 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 RemoteLock 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 RemoteLock 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 I set up a new RemoteLock connection through Hospitable?

      Hospitable says its old RemoteLock link is closed to new setups. Hosts who set it up before may keep using it. Check the latest notice before choosing this route. Plans for a new link do not mean it is ready to use.

      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.

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