Schlage Encode Smart Wi-Fi Lock with Lever Handle, Touchscreen Keypad, Keyless Entry Door Lock, App Control, Alexa, Google Home…
Best for
Best for Airbnb / short-term rentals
Amazon rating
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Current price
$244.60
Updated May 14, 2026 · 1 min read
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What reviewers found
Synthesized across the trust-weighted source mix below.
Across the reviewers we read, the Schlage Encode lever-handle variant (FE789WB) is essentially the BE489WB deadbolt's electronics packaged with a full lever entry set — and inherits the same high-trust endorsements from TechGearLab and CNET. For rental hosts, the appeal is the all-in-one front-door look plus Schlage's Airbnb integration that auto-generates time-bound PIN codes for each booking without requiring guests to install an app. Multiple YouTube long-term reviews specifically frame this as a host-friendly install.
What reviewers liked
- Same TechGearLab- and CNET-endorsed Encode platform in a lever form factor
- Native Airbnb integration for scheduling guest PIN codes
- Built-in Wi-Fi with no hub required for remote unlock
- Works with Alexa and Google Assistant for voice control
- Clean integrated handle-and-keypad design suited to short-term rental front doors
Where it falls short
- Lever locks are inherently less secure than deadbolts against forced entry
- Amazon review volume is much thinner (473) than the deadbolt version
- Same Schlage Home app criticisms apply — Android users on Reddit report sluggishness
- No fingerprint reader at this price point
- More expensive than competing keypad-only rental locks
Across the reviewers we read, the Schlage Encode lever-handle variant (FE789WB) is essentially the BE489WB deadbolt's electronics packaged with a full lever entry set — and inherits the same high-trust endorsements from TechGearLab and CNET. For rental hosts, the appeal is the all-in-one front-door look plus Schlage's Airbnb integration that auto-generates time-bound PIN codes for each booking without requiring guests to install an app. Multiple YouTube long-term reviews specifically frame this as a host-friendly install.
The trade-offs reviewers raise are inherent to lever locks, not Schlage's software: levers can be more vulnerable to forced entry than deadbolts on hollow doors, and the larger handle assembly demands a sturdier door and frame. The Airbnb host community generally recommends pairing this with a separate deadbolt rather than relying on a lever lock as the sole point of security. Amazon review volume is significantly lower than the BE489WB deadbolt (473 vs 16,309), so the real-world signal is thinner, but what's there averages 4.3 stars.
Reviewers also note that Schlage's app, which is the same one used for the standard Encode, has the same well-documented warts — r/homeowners criticism of slow Android performance applies here too.
- Feature 1
- ANYWHERE ACCESS: With built-in WiFi compatibility, you can easily and securely connect your Schlage Encode Smart WiFI Lever to your home WiFi network to control and monitor your home from anywhere with the Schlage Home app
- Feature 2
- PEACE OF MIND: Lock and unlock from anywhere, manage up to 100 access codes, view lock history, receive customizable notifications and easily manage multiple locks at once - all when paired to the Schlage Home app and connected to a secure WiFi network
- Feature 3
- ADVANCED SECURITY: Secure, encrypted connection; built-in, customizable alarm for door movement and forced entry attempts; fingerprint-resistant touchscreen; certified highest residential Security, Durability and Finish rating by BHMA industry experts
- Feature 4
- EASY INSTALL: Install in minutes with just a screwdriver, no hardwiring required; reversible levers fit right and left handed doors; fits standard doors with 1-3/8 in. to 1-3/4 in. door thickness and 2-3/8 in. or 2-3/4 in. backset
- Feature 5
- COME AND GO WITH EASE: Auto-lock can relock the door for you with various time delay options in the Schlage Home app; convenient, control buttons on the interior of the lever let you quickly put it in an unlocked state for easy, frequent use
- Feature 6
- SECURE AND STYLISH: Available with traditional and contemporary styles in multiple finishes, the Schlage Encode smart lever offers premium quality and craftsmanship to complement a variety of homes and personal styles
- Feature 7
- BATTERY-OPERATED: Uses four AA batteries (included); up to six months of battery life with typical use; low-battery indicator on lock touchscreen and in Schlage Home app provides advance notice; one (1) physical backup key included
“A Locksmith's Honest Review of the Schlage Encode Smart Lock” · YouTube
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