Locks integration
August Wi-Fi Smart Lock (4th Gen)vsSchlage Encode Plus Smart Lock
Side-by-side smart home compatibility — HomeKit, Alexa, Google Home, SmartThings, and Matter.
August Wi-Fi Smart Lock (4th Gen)
3/5
ecosystems (native)
Better pickSchlage Encode Plus Smart Lock
2/5
ecosystems (native)
| Ecosystem | August Wi-Fi Smart Lock (4th Gen) | Schlage Encode Plus Smart Lock |
|---|---|---|
| Apple HomeKit | ✓ Native support | ✓ Native support |
| Amazon Alexa | ✓ Native support | ✓ Native support |
| Google Home | ✓ Native support | ✕ No |
| Samsung SmartThings | ✕ No | ✕ No |
| Matter | ✕ No | ✕ No |
Which should you buy?
August Wi-Fi Smart Lock (4th Gen) supports more ecosystems natively. If you want the fewest workarounds, it's the stronger pick.
August Wi-Fi Smart Lock (4th Gen) works natively with Google Home, where Schlage Encode Plus Smart Lock requires a workaround or has no support.
August Wi-Fi Smart Lock (4th Gen)
Legend
✓ Native supportWorks out of the box✓ MatterSupported via Matter standard⚠ Workaround requiredPossible with a bridge/hub✕ NoNot supported