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Is the Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt worth it?

The Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt is recommended with a 6.7/10 consensus score. Experts highlight schlage converge ultra-wideband opens the door on approach, and tom's guide found it ignores loitering at the porch and ansi/bhma grade 2 deadbolt from a lock brand with a mechanical pedigree. Best for: Apple households that want Schlage hardware and do not need a fingerprint reader.

Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt — Recommended per expert consensus
Recommended
Price Range
$399.00
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Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt

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Nicholas Miles · Editor-in-Chief & Methodology Owner

Apple Home Key Smart Lock (UWB)

Expert consensus

How we score
06.7/1010

Expert Consensus

Updated this week

Key Features

  • Schlage Converge UWB hands-free unlock with Apple Home Key
  • Matter over Thread, Matter certified, plus built-in Wi-Fi
  • ANSI/BHMA Grade 2 deadbolt, 250 access codes
  • Four AA cells with a USB-C emergency power port

Best For

Apple households that want Schlage hardware and do not need a fingerprint reader

Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt vs. the alternatives

How the Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt stacks up against other Security options on price, expert consensus, and ecosystem support.

Comparison of Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt and alternative Security products by price, expert consensus score, ecosystem support, and verdict
ProductPriceConsensusWorks WithVerdict
Schlage Sense Pro Smart DeadboltThis page$399.006.7/10MatterRecommended
Aqara Smart Lock U400$269.999.5/10MatterMust Buy

The Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt ($399.00 list) earns a 6.7/10 expert consensus, versus the Eufy Security S330 Video Doorbell at $109.99 list (8.7/10 consensus). It works with Matter.

What Experts Agree On

What Experts Love

  • Schlage Converge ultra-wideband opens the door on approach, and Tom's Guide found it ignores loitering at the porch
  • ANSI/BHMA Grade 2 deadbolt from a lock brand with a mechanical pedigree
  • Four AA cells in a removable cartridge swap in seconds, so there is no recharge wait
  • Matter over Thread plus Wi-Fi, with Aliro listed for Samsung and Google wallets later

Common Criticisms

  • No fingerprint reader, so a household member without an iPhone has only a keypad code
  • Tom's Guide lists the unlock methods as keypad and app; Gizmodo and GearBrain both report no physical keyway
  • Ultra-wideband hands-free is iPhone-only today, with no announced date for Android wallets

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt worth it?

The Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt earns a 6.7/10 consensus score and is rated "Recommended". At $399.00, it is best for Apple households that want Schlage hardware and do not need a fingerprint reader. It ranks among the top picks in its category.

How much does the Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt cost?

The Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt is priced at $399.00. With a 6.7/10 score and a "Recommended" rating, that price represents a premium ask relative to the ~7.5/10 average for Security products. Prices shift often, so check the live figure before buying.

Who is the Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt best for?

The Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt is best for Apple households that want Schlage hardware and do not need a fingerprint reader. Experts rate it "Recommended" with a 6.7/10 consensus.

How does the Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt compare to other Security options?

Among the Security products we have aggregated, the Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt ranks below average with a 6.7/10 score. See our full category comparison for head-to-head details.

What smart home systems does the Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt work with?

The Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt works with Matter. Check the compatibility notes above for any hub dependencies or setup requirements before you buy.

What are the best alternatives to the Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt?

If the Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt ($399.00, 6.7/10) is not the right fit, the closest alternatives in Security are Eufy Security S330 Video Doorbell, Ring Video Doorbell 4. Compare them on price, ecosystem support, and expert consensus to find your match.

What are the pros and cons of the Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt?

The main strengths of the Schlage Sense Pro Smart Deadbolt are schlage converge ultra-wideband opens the door on approach, and tom's guide found it ignores loitering at the porch and ansi/bhma grade 2 deadbolt from a lock brand with a mechanical pedigree. The most-cited downside is no fingerprint reader, so a household member without an iphone has only a keypad code. Overall, experts rate it "Recommended" with a 6.7/10 consensus score.

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Sources & Methodology

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