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Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt vs Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi

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Compare Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt vs Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi 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.

Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi

Standard Assure Lock 2 offers keyed and key-free models with different backup entry methods.

Best for: Choosing a standard lock with the backup entry method you need.

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Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt versus Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi: features and conditions.
What matters to youSchlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt
1.9 / 5Out of 81 reviews
Smart access
Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi
4.3 / 5Out of 3,331 reviews/ratings
Smart access
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Score79
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Score76
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PropertiesCount 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.
OverviewThis 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.This profile covers Standard Assure Lock 2 sold for US/Canada use. Keyed YRD410/420 and key-free YRD430/450 have different backup entry methods. Remote control needs a compatible Wi-Fi module or Connect Bridge. Bluetooth-only use needs you nearby. Touch fingerprint and Plus Apple Home Key features are in separate models. The temporary-code notice below matters for automatic guest entry.
Plans and add-ons
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.

Standard touchscreen Wi-Fi · add-on

We could not confirm the price for the chosen lock and options on the official product page. An earlier selection showed $279.99, but it does not match the listed model. Check your selection and checkout price. Touch and Plus are separate models.

Price and how you pay
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.

Standard touchscreen Wi-Fi: Price not confirmed
Plan prices and conditions

Standard touchscreen Wi-Fi: Price not confirmed

We could not confirm the price for the chosen lock and options on the official product page. An earlier selection showed $279.99, but it does not match the listed model. Check your selection and checkout price. Touch and Plus are separate models.

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.

Standard touchscreen Wi-Fi: Price not confirmed

We could not confirm the price for the chosen lock and options on the official product page. An earlier selection showed $279.99, but it does not match the listed model. Check your selection and checkout price. Touch and Plus are separate models.

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

      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.
      Available

      Standard Assure Lock 2 Wi-Fi deadbolt with touchscreen. Touch and Plus are separate models.

      Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup

      • 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

      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.
      With conditions

      Share guest codes in Yale Access for set times or repeated visits. Yale advertises unlimited code sharing.

      Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup

      • 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

      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.
      With conditions

      Remote access needs a compatible Wi-Fi module or bridge. The selected Wi-Fi model lists built-in Wi-Fi.

      Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup

      • 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

      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.
      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: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup

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

      Keypad, app, physical key and other documented methods.

      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.
      With conditions

      Use the keypad, Yale Access app, Auto-Unlock or a compatible smart-home system.

      Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup

      • 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

      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.
      With conditions

      Track entry in Yale Access. Check the connection needed.

      Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup

      • 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.

      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.
      With conditions

      The key-free model uses a 9V battery for emergency power. Models with a keyhole have a physical key.

      Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup

      • Check your device model and plan.
      • Check the model, power supply, connection and plan before you buy.
      02 / Installation and connections
      Lock compatibility

      Supported locks or required door hardware.

      Check this for your exact device and account.

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

      Check this for your exact device and account.

      Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup

      Door requirements

      Lock size and rules for fitting it to your door.

      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.

      Check this for your exact device and account.

      Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup

      Connectivity

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

      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.
      With conditions

      Bluetooth is listed. Assure Lock 2 Wi-Fi Smart Module supports 2.4GHz and 5GHz. This needs module firmware 1.0.32+ and Yale Access app 24.25.0+. The 5GHz support does not include Connect Bridge or Bluetooth/Zigbee/Z-Wave modules.

      Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup

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

      Create codes from bookings. Check connections and fees.

      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.
      With conditions

      The built-in Airbnb connection is for eligible US and Canadian listings and devices. Other property-software connections are separate services.

      Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup

      • 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.

      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.
      With conditions

      Works with Alexa, Google Home and Apple Home/Siri. Apple remote access needs a compatible home hub.

      Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup

      • 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.

      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.
      With conditions

      Four AA batteries are included. How often you replace them depends on use and the network.

      Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup

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

      What other software can control and who gets access.

      Check this for your exact device and account.

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

      Check this for your exact device and account.

      Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup

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

      • 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: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup

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

      Check the device model and software plan rules.

      Check this for your exact device and account.

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

      With conditions

      Choose a keyed or key-free model, with a keypad or touchscreen. Check the exact model and module.

      Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup

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

      Price for one device, not a total for all your properties.

      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.

      Check this for your exact device and account.

      Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup

      Additional fees

      Plans per device, bridge devices and fitting costs.

      Check this for your exact device and account.

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

      Check this for your exact device and account.

      Model: Standard Assure Lock 2: YRD410/420 keyed, YRD430/450 key-free; Wi-Fi Smart Module or compatible Connect Bridge setup

      Compare locks and guest-entry tools — Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt vs Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi

      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.

      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.

      Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi: what to consider

      Check the keyed or key-free model. Remote control needs a supported Wi-Fi module or Connect Bridge. Bluetooth alone works nearby. Read the temporary-code notice in the table before planning guest entry. Read the Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi 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 Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt and Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi?

      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 Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt and Yale Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi?

      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 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.

      Which Yale Assure Lock 2 setup does Airbnb support directly?

      Airbnb lists Assure Lock 2 with Wi-Fi, including the Wi-Fi Touch and Plus models. It allows built-in Wi-Fi or a Connect Wi-Fi Bridge. The listing must be in the US or Canada and meet Airbnb’s other rules. Bluetooth alone is not the same setup.

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