Ravpower Magnetic Wireless Power Bank (Image credit: Adam Oram / iMore) While the chime and alarm features can be replicated through HomeKit automations with speakers or other accessories, it is nice to see it just built-in to ensure that something will always be available should an issue arise. This alarm allows it to sound when it detects any forced entry attempts, and it can act as a chime to alert those within the home if the door opens or closes. Unlike some of the other smart deadbolts that I have installed, Schlage includes a reinforcement plate and extra-long screws in the box that are required to perform at the BHMA certified levels of security.Īnother unique feature of the deadbolt is that it includes a built-in alarm. Schlage offers a 3 year limited warranty for the electrical components of the Sense, and a limited lifetime warranty for mechanical parts and finish. Schlage's hardware is listed as BHMA (Builders Hardware Manufacturers Association) certified, with ratings of AAA in security, durability, and finish. While I cannot vouch for just how long battery life will be, having the lock installed for just a little over a week, I can report that the Schlage Home app shows 100% on my batteries even after my initial testing.

Schlage states that the lock should run about a year before its batteries will need to be replaced, and suggests that you replace them at the same time as your smoke detector batteries to stay on top of it. The deadbolt connects to HomeKit via Bluetooth, keeping energy consumption down as it runs on 4 AA batteries, which are also, thankfully included. In addition to a keypad for quick entry, the Schlage Sense has a backup physical key cylinder with 1 key included in the box.

Schlage smart lock