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Schlage Z Wave Connect VS. August Smart Lock 3rd Gen

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5.8
Winner:

Schlage Z Wave Connect

Reasons to buy Schlage Z Wave Connect:

  • button icon Set different access pin codes for family members
  • button icon Good battery life
  • button icon Fingerprint-resistant touch screen
  • button icon Can be managed remotely
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5.2
Runners Up:

August Smart Lock 3rd Gen

Reasons to buy August Smart Lock 3rd Gen :

  • button icon Very easy to install
  • button icon Works with Alexa - easy to control with voice command
  • button icon Locks automatically as you leave
  • button icon Unlocks automatically as you arrive.
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summary Review:

PERFORMANCE
WINNER :

August Smart Lock 3rd Gen

  • AUTO-LOCK
  • AUTO-UNLOCK
USABILITY
DRAW :
SAFETY
WINNER :

Schlage Z Wave Connect

  • PIN CODES ACCESS
  • INTRUSION ALARM
  • ANTI THEFT ALARM
DESIGN
WINNER :

Schlage Z Wave Connect

  • LED KEYPAD
  • LOW BATTERY WARNING
  • DIGITAL TOUCHSCREEN
Comparison Winner
Schlage Z Wave Connect

Reasons why we like it:

  • ATTACHES TO YOUR EXISTING KEYS
  • PIN CODES ACCESS
  • INTRUSION ALARM
  • ANTI THEFT ALARM
  • LED KEYPAD
  • LOW BATTERY WARNING
  • DIGITAL TOUCHSCREEN
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COMPARISON – Schlage Z Wave Connect VS. August Smart Lock 3rd Gen

PERFORMANCE

REMOTELY CONTROLLED

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
Yes

Remotely control the device with Alexa voice control or Smartphone. You can use any of those two technologies to lock or unlock your door remotely.

Yes

You can easily control access for anyone. Give them access for a specific period of time. Always know that your door is securely locked with DoorSense - this works with both iOS & Android enabled smart phones.

MOTION ACTIVATED CAMERA

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
No

No

AUTO-LOCK

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
No

Yes

The devices auto-locks the door as you leave the house – so you will always be secure even if you forgot to lock the door during rush hours. In addition to that, you can lock the door remotely using your smartphone.

AUTO-UNLOCK

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
No

Yes

Unlocks its self automatically as you arrive. It will communicate with the App installed on your Smartphone thus make it easy for you to enter your home. There is no need of putting down groceries to open the door. All you need is to have a Smartphone with you.

WIRELESS SMART LOCK

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
Yes

It syncs with various wireless enabled devices that control your home and these include; Amazon Alexa, Echo Plus, Nexia, Samsung SmartThings, Lowe’s, Wink and Google Assistant

Yes

Is compatible with Google Assistant and Alexa using August Connect Wi-Fi Bridge - though the Wi-Fi Bridge is sold separately

TRACKS ACTIVITY AT YOUR DOORSTEP

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
Yes

Much as it lacks a video camera which keeps track of door steps, Schlage has a built in feature which alerts you about what codes where used and when. These access codes can be created via the Smartphone using Z-Wave technology. Each member of your home can own a code - but you will always get alerts when they use the lock.

Yes

You will always get mobile alerts on who has used the door.

TWO WAY AUDIO

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
No

No

August Smart Lock 3rd Gen

USABILITY

INCLUDES A DOORBELL

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
No

No

EASY INSTALLATION

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
Yes

It has a standard lock design which fits most one-hole doors. All you need is a screwdriver to install this smart door lock on your door.

Yes

Is compatible with most single-cylinder deadbolts - You can easily attach it to an existing deadbolt so that everyone in your house can still use their keys. Install it inside your door on less than 10 minutes using a screwdriver.

WORKS WITH ALEXA

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
Yes

Easily control Schlage Z-Wave smart lock with Amazon Alexa Echo Device. This is a voice activated device which you can command with voice to lock/unlock the door.

Yes

Syncs perfectly with Alexa voice control device thus making it easy to set send commands to the smartlock using voice.

KEEP YOUR EXISTING LOCK AND KEYS

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
Yes

Yes – this smart lock can fit above your default door lock

Yes

You don’t have to dish away your keys and locks – August Smart Lock can be installed next to your deadbolt/door lock, so you can still access your house with keys.

CONTROL ACCESS

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
Yes

Set up to 30 access codes for family members, friends, guests and neighbour. Set a 4 digit code for each member of your house and delete any of these codes to limit access to your home at a given time. All key access code programming can be done from the keypad. Using Schlage Connect home monitoring system, you will receive alerts when people lock/unlock the door

Yes

You can easily grant or cancel access to guests or family members using a mobile app. This can be done remotely. You will also know when they accessed your house and at what time.

USER FRIENDLY

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
Yes

The keypad keyless entry smart lock is very easy to use. The 4 digit access code is very to remember.

Yes

It is very easy to use – the device is well designed, can be used by anyone and the mobile application makes it even easier to control your door.

COMPATIBLE WITH COMMON TYPES OF CYLINDERS

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
No

Yes

Is globally compatible with all doors.

ATTACHES TO YOUR EXISTING DEADBOLT

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
Yes

You can attach it to your existing deadbolt

Yes

Simply attach it above your deadbolt. You can always use the deadbolt if you want to. No need of removing it.

ATTACHES TO YOUR EXISTING KEYS

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
Yes

You don’t have to throw away your keys. All you can do is change and delete codes but not keys.

No

BATTERY LIFE

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
Yes

The device uses 4 AA alkaline batteries which last up-to 6-12 months

Yes

Uses 4 AA Batteries which last upto 12 months

SAFETY

PIN CODES ACCESS

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
Yes

This keyless security device can be locked / unlocked with a special pin code that you can set via the LED screen. By default the device comes with a pin code but you change it to suit your best needs.

No

DATA ENCRYPTION

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
No

Yes

Features a Two-factor authentication and Two-layer encryption to ensure the highest level of security. In addition to that, if you lose your phone, August App can be disabled and all virtual keys on that device will be canceled - go to lostphone.august.com

FIRE WARNING

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
No

No

DOUBLE AUTHENTICATION

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
No

Yes

Two-Factor authentication ensures guarantees you with maximum security. This type of double authentication makes it difficult for intruders to sneak into your home.

RANDOM SECURITY CODE

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
No

No

INTRUSION ALARM

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
Yes

It comes with a built-in audible alarm sensor that alerts you when there is a suspicious activity on the door. You can choose between 3 alert modes and these include; Activity, Tamper and Forced Entry alert mode.

No

DOUBLE LOCKING

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
No

No

ANTI THEFT ALARM

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
Yes

Device comes with a Forced Entry Alert Mode which works as an anti theft alarm. It will warn you when somebody tries to force themselves into the house.

No

MISCHIEF PREVENTION

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
No

No

Schlage Z Wave Connect

DESIGN

DURABLE

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
Yes

It has a strong, functional and durable Touchscreen finished with matte that protects it against smudges

Yes

It is well built - can survive in harsh weather conditions.

LED KEYPAD

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
Yes

It has a LED KEYPAD which displays numbers from 0 - 9 and Schlage button which you can use to set/reset the device.

No

LOW BATTERY WARNING

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
Yes

Once the battery is low, you will see a red beeping light on the Touch Pad.

No

EMERGENCY POWER OPTION

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
No

No

DIGITAL TOUCHSCREEN

Schlage Z Wave Connect
August Smart Lock 3rd Gen
Yes

The illuminated, fingerprint-resistant digital Touch screen is smudge protected thus ensuring that wear patterns always remain undetectable.

No

Schlage Z Wave Connect

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