Every detail matters when it comes to choosing a smart lock for your smart home. The security of your entire house depends on the lock. So choosing a good smart lock is a wise step to secure your home from burglaries. But it becomes a challenge to find out which is the right smart lock for your home. So, to help you out we will distinguish two famous products the Schlage sense and August Smart Lock. Our detailed explanation would definitely help you choose the one matching your need.
Works with Alexa for voice control (hub required, Alexa device and hub sold separately); Stores up to 30 personalized user codes at a time
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Both Schlage sense and August Smart Lock are great locks to have and the choice depends majorly on the kind of features you want for your household. We would suggest you prefer Schlage Sense. The reason being it is a Grade 1 smart lock. It also comes with a 90dB built in alarm, so anytime it’s way better. Not only this, but it can also create and share up to 30 unique codes. While the August Smart Lock is good if you want to keep your existing lock and keys. It’s easy to install. You can also issue unlimited invitations while controlling your guests. Further, you can also integrate it with almost all the smart integration systems. So, the choice is yours, and majorly depends on your household.
Schlage Sense Vs August Smart Lock Gen 2: Comparison Chart
The Schlage sense comes with a built in alarm. Its sensors can pick up vibrations on the door. It alerts everyone with its strong 90dB alarm. The alarm also works if you enter an incorrect PIN.The August doesn’t come with such an alarm.
2. Installation Process
Schlage Sense will replace your existing lock. The new deadbolt is absolutely secure with grade 1 rating. The deadbolt installation might be tricky. The alignment of deadbolt with latch should be perfect. Otherwise it can cause battery drainage. So its better to go for some deadbolt installation service.
The August Smart Lock replaces the interior part of your existing lock. So no one can realise you have installed a smart lock. The installation is also much simple.
3. Keypad
Schlage sense comes with a touchscreen keypad. So you can share access to your guests up to 30 PINs. The keypad also has a fingerprint-resistant finish. The August Smart Lock doesn’t come with a keypad. It is sold separately. Place it anywhere you want on or near the door.
4. Shared Access
Schlage Sense comes with a limit of 30 code sharing access. You can issue all time or scheduled access to your guests. You can also issue virtual keys.August Smart Lock Gen 2 comes with unlimited sharing access. All you have to do is just send an invitation. There are four different types of access grants. Always, Recurring, Temporary and Notifications. Their meaning are quite self explanatory. But for curiosity, you can check their website.
5. Auto Lock/Unlock
The August Smart Lockcomes with a smart unlock and lock feature. It unlocks your door when you near to it, so you don’t need to reach for your phone. It measures the proximity of your smartphone and geolocation to get the distance and prevents accidental unlocks.
It also locks your door behind you within anywhere from 30 seconds to 5 minutes. It may happen you are accidentally locked out without your key or phone. In that case, just use another device to log in and unlock the door.
The Schlage Sense doesn’t come with any auto lock feature. You can lock it by pressing the lock button. You can unlock it by typing in the correct PIN. In case you forget to lock, you can always check lock status and lock it remotely with your smartphone.
6. Remote Control
The Schlage sense Wifi adapter can control the Schlage Sense remotely. It pairs with your home Wifi network and provides you a seamless experience. Plug the adapter and set up everything with the Schlage app.
The August Smart Lock can be remote controlled using the August Connect or August Doorbell Cam Pro. August Connect is almost the same as the Schlage Sense Wifi adapter.
Both the locks are almost equally priced. The Schlage Sense is a little more expensive. But if you go for an extra keypad in the August Smart Lock, then they both have equal price.
2. Remote Control
Both can be remote controlled. The Schlage Sense uses the Schlage Sense wifi adapter while the August Smart Lock uses the August Connect. Both of them have the same technology and connect to your home wifi.
3. Apple HomeKit Support
Both the smart locks come with Apple HomeKit support. So you can ask your favourite Siri to lock/unlock your door or check lock status. Apple HomeKit also allows out-of-Bluetooth-range control of your smart lock. The Apple hub should be plugged in within the bluetooth range of your smart lock. In this way you can get instant notifications when you use the lock. Controlling your front door has never been so easy.
4. Keyless Experience
Both August Smart Lock and Schlage sense offer keyless experience. You can also keep a check on your visitors when they come and go. So no worries about forgetting your keys anymore.
Technical Specifications Of August Smart Lock Gen 2
Lock and unlock your door. Allow your guests to enter and leave your house and keep track of everything. This is possible with your smartphone.
Auto Lock/Unlock feature locks your door from 5 seconds to 3 minutes after you leave your house. It also automatically unlocks your door before you reach for your phone. It uses geo location and proximity of your phone to prevent accidental locks and unlocks. So you can enter and leave your house without worrying about your lock.
Unlimited unique keys to control your guest activity. So keep a track of every person entering and leaving your house. A different key for every individual.
Apple HomeKit enables you remote control your lock. Ask Siri to unlock and lock your door. Also track your lock status with Apple HomeKit integration.
No need to replace the existing lock. Just install it inside your door and connect batteries with it. Get all notifications from the August app.
Highly Secure Low Energy Bluetooth can sync the lock to your smartphone.
Also control your lock with Amazon Alexa voice assistant. August Connect hub should be present.
Smart exterior and interior deadbolt. Control and track your guest activity without any keys. Just the Schlage app is enough to do all of this hassle free.
ANSI Grade 1 deadbolt for advanced security. So no one can enter or leave your house without your concern.
Apple HomeKit supported, so lock and unlock your door with your favourite Siri.
Add the Schlage Sense Wifi adapter to lock and unlock from anywhere.
Generate up to 30 different unique PINs for your guests.
Touchscreen keypad comes fitted in. No need to take your phone out to unlock your house. The keypad is also fingerprint resistant. This is called advanced security.
Installation is super easy. Still it is advised to call for deadbolt installation service as it is a little tricky.
It also comes with a lifetime guarantee. The customer care service is available 24/7 for any kind of assistance.
90 dB built in alarm that can sense vibrations on your door to alert you in cases of security bleach.
What You Get With The Box
Both the smart locks come with the lock and lithium polymer batteries to power the locks
Schlage sense is a grade 1 lock. So it is extremely secure and safe. It comes with a smart lock and an external deadbolt. It is preferred to call for the deadbolt installation service in case of any difficulties. Apple HomeKit is supported. Use the touchscreen keypad to unlock your door. A lock button on the smart lock locks the door easily. The touchscreen is also fingerprint-resistant, so your passwords remain secure. Schlage Sense Wifi adapter helps you to remote control your lock. Generate up to 30 different PINs for your guests. It also comes with a 90dB built-in alarm to alert you in cases of security breaches. Overall, it’s the best security smart lock on the market and one should go for it if the budget fits in.
Forget keys, the August Smart Lock can make the process easy. The auto lock and unlock feature is a great addition. Even if you forget to lock your door, it locks your door after 5 seconds to 3 minutes you leave. It detects your approach using your smartphone’s geo location and proximity to unlock your door for you. So no need to reach for your smartphone to unlock your door. With Apple HomeKit integration you can remote control your lock. Generate unlimited keys for your guests, while keeping track of all. The app is very useful in this regard. You can also use Amazon Alexa, provided you have the August Connect or Doorbell Cam. It only comes with the internal lock. So no installation hassle of a separate deadbolt. It can be used with your existing deadbolt easily. You can also buy an extra keypad to enter PINs. Moreover, You should check out how Gen 2 is in comparison to Kwikset kevo also.
FAQ
1. Does the Schlage Sense come with auto lock unlock option?
No it does not. The August Smart Lock comes with this feature.
2. Can you control the Schlage Sense remotely without Apple TV?
No Apple TV is not a necessity if your lock is connected to your home wifi. Apple TV is required if you do not have a home wifi.
3. Can the August Smart lock used with an outdoor gate?
No
4. Does the August smart lock detect the door position before trying to lock, or it keeps locking even if door is open?
No, the lock is not that smart. It will lock if commanded from phone without seeing the position of the door.
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Summary
Schlage sense is a grade 1 lock. So it is extremely secure and safe. It comes with a smart lock and an external deadbolt. It is preferred to call for the deadbolt installation service in case of any difficulties. Apple HomeKit is supported. Use the touchscreen keypad to unlock your door. A lock button on the smart lock locks the door easily.
Andrea is a Senior Content Editor who digs into the very minuscule details to give her readers the best hands-on experience of the products. She brings her years of research and engineering experience to help us consistently create immaculate engaging content and products that hold the highest technical integrity.
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