Kwikset Halo Select Plus vs Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt
Two of the smart locks in our best smart locks: yale, schlage, kwikset, lockly, ultraloq & more comparison, lined up spec by spec. Every figure comes from the manufacturer pages linked below, and the scores use the same published formula as the full ranking.
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Best for: Adds Apple Home Key to Halo Select
Check price at AmazonBest for: AAA-rated Wi-Fi deadbolt with Apple Home Key
Check price at AmazonSpec-by-spec comparison
Green marks the better published figure. "Not listed" means the manufacturer doesn't publish it.
| Spec | Kwikset Halo Select Plus | Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint readerYes when the maker lists a fingerprint reader. | No | No | 15% |
| Keypad / access codesYes when the maker lists a keypad, touchscreen or PIN code entry on the lock. | Yes | Yes | 15% |
| NFC / wallet keyYes when the maker lists NFC cards or tags, Apple Home Key or another phone-wallet key. | Yes | Yes | 10% |
| Wi-Fi without buying a bridgeYes when the maker lists built-in Wi-Fi or includes the Wi-Fi bridge in the box. A hub or bridge sold separately is no. | Yes | Yes | 15% |
| MatterYes when the maker lists Matter support (usually over Thread). | Yes | No | 10% |
| Auto-lockYes when the maker lists auto-lock or time-delayed locking. | Yes | Yes | 10% |
| Security rating tierThe maker's ANSI/BHMA grade or letter rating grouped into 3 tiers (computed). Grades (A156.36) and AAA-style letter ratings (A156.40) are different systems, so we quote each maker's exact wording. | Grade 1 / AAA tier | Grade 1 / AAA tier | 15% |
| Battery lifeThe maker's longest listed battery life; a year counts as 12 months (computed). | Not listed | Not listed | 10% |
| Security grade (maker) | "meets the highest BHMA Grade AAA standards" | AAA certified deadbolt (maker); AAA is the top letter rating | info |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi and Matter | Built-in Wi-Fi | info |
| NFC / wallet key | Apple Home Key | Apple Home Key | info |
| Power | 4 AA batteries (included) | Not listed | info |
| Battery life | Not published by the maker | Not published by the maker | info |
| Keypad | Not listed | Access codes | info |
| Auto-lock | Not listed | Time-delayed locking | info |
| SecurePick score | 7.5/10 | 6.5/10 | 100% |
Where each one comes out ahead
Kwikset Halo Select Plus
Better published figure on: Matter.
What we like
Watch out for
- Battery life not published by Kwikset
Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt
No scored spec where it is strictly ahead; its case rests on the strengths below.
What we like
Watch out for
- Battery life not published by Schlage
Verdict
Both list Wi-Fi, Apple Home Key, auto-lock and a AAA rating. Kwikset adds Matter; Schlage lists access codes and time-delayed locking.
- Kwikset Halo Select Plus: Kwikset: Halo Select Plus
- Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt: Schlage: Encode Plus