Comparison

Schlage Home vs SmartThings

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

Schlage Home

Control and monitor your Schlage smart locks remotely from anywhere. Manage access codes, view lock history, and receive notifications for enhanced home security and convenience.

Highlights
  • Remote lock/unlock
  • Manage access codes
  • View lock history
  • Customizable notifications
  • Schedule access
  • Smart home integration
Features
Currently charting
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For over a century, Schlage has been trusted by millions of homes to help protect what matters most – peace of mind. The Schlage Home app lets you control and monitor your home from anywhere when your Schlage locks are paired to a home WiFi network. Through a secure, encrypted connection, easily lock and unlock your doors with the touch of a button, conveniently manage multiple homes, schedule unique access codes for trusted users, view lock history, and pair your Schlage locks with leading smart home systems. This app works with the Schlage Encode Plus™ Smart WiFi Deadbolt, Schlage Encode™ Smart WiFi Deadbolt and Lever, Schlage Arrive™ Smart WiFi Deadbolt, and Schlage Sense® Smart Deadbolt. The Schlage Home app for Apple Watch works with the Schlage Encode Smart WiFi Deadbolt and Lever, allowing users to lock/unlock and check the status of their locks from the Schlage Home app on their Apple Watch. SCHLAGE ENCODE PLUS SMART WIFI DEADBOLT, SCHLAGE ENCODE SMART WIFI DEADBOLT AND LEVER, AND SCHLAGE ARRIVE SMART WIFI DEADBOLT These locks feature built-in WiFi, so you don’t need to purchase additional hubs or accessories for remote access. When your lock is paired to your smartphone and connected to your home’s WiFi network, conveniently use the Schlage Home app to: - Lock/unlock; Check your lock’s status from anywhere - Manage up to 250 unique access codes per lock (up to 100 codes for Schlage Encode Plus) - Schedule access codes as always-on, recurring at specific times/days, or temporary with a specific start and end date/time - Share virtual keys for full administrative access or guest lock/unlock only access - View lock history log - Customize push notifications to be alerted if specific access codes are used and when your door is locked/unlocked - Select time delay for auto-locking - Receive low battery advance warnings - Set built-in alarm warnings (excluding Schlage Arrive) - Pair with leading smart home speakers and ecosystems SCHLAGE ENCODE PLUS SMART WIFI DEADBOLT + APPLE HOME In addition to the features & benefits above, the Schlage Encode Plus deadbolt works with Apple Home. After creating an account with Schlage, use the Schlage Home app to pair your lock with the Apple Home app to: - Create an Apple home key in the Wallet app for easy, secure access to your home using your iPhone or Apple Watch - Create and manage always-on access codes in your Apple Home app - Lock/unlock your deadbolt from your iPhone and Apple Watch - Use Siri voice control to operate and check the status of your lock - Make your lock part of automations or control it with the Apple Home app remotely when used with a HomePod or Apple TV set up as a home hub SCHLAGE SENSE SMART DEADBOLT The Schlage Sense deadbolt features Bluetooth technology, allowing you to easily use your smartphone with the Schlage Home app to, within Bluetooth range: - Lock/unlock and check your lock’s status - Manage up to 30 unique access codes per lock - Schedule access codes as always-on or recurring at specific times/days - Share virtual keys for full administrative access or guest lock/unlock only access - View lock history log - Select time delay for auto-locking - Set built-in alarm warnings based on the type of disturbance detected You must pair with a Schlage Sense WiFi Adapter and your home WiFi network to: - Control and monitor your lock remotely - Pair with leading smart home speakers and ecosystems - Receive push notifications when specific access codes are used or when your door is locked/unlocked - Make your Schlage Sense Smart Deadbolt accessible when you are away from home with Apple Home. Remotely control and automate your lock with the Apple Home app when used with a HomePod, Apple TV or iPad set up as a home hub The Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt is not supported by the Schlage Home app. Visit Schlage’s website for more information on compatible home hubs and apps for the Schlage Connect Smart Deadbolt. Works best in iPhone 11 or newer.

About

SmartThings

Unify and manage all your smart home devices from a single application. Connect hundreds of brands, create custom scenes and routines, and control your home remotely. Monitor energy usage and even get meal planning assistance.

Highlights
  • Connect and control devices from multiple brands
  • Create custom scenes and routines
  • Remote home monitoring and control
  • Automated notifications and status updates
  • Voice control with Google Assistant
  • Energy tracking and saving features
  • Smart cooking and meal planning assistance
Features
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Quickly and easily connect and control your smart home devices through SmartThings. SmartThings is compatible with 100s of smart home brands. So, you can control all of your smart home gadgets in one place, including your Samsung Smart TV and smart home appliances. With SmartThings, you can connect, monitor and control multiple smart home devices quicker and easier. Connect your Samsung smart TVs, smart appliances, smart speakers and brands like Ring, Nest and Philips Hue - all from one app. Then control your smart devices using voice assistants including Google Assistant [Key Features] - Control and check in on your home from wherever you are - Connect your smart devices across many different brands to work together by setting ‘scenes’ - Build routines that are set on time, weather, and device status, so your home runs smoothly in the background - Allow shared control by giving access to other users - Receive status updates about your devices with automated notifications - Talk to your devices using Google Assistant - Track, monitor and save money on energy with SmartThings Energy. See how much your home and compatible Samsung devices cost to run, and try various energy saving features, such as AI saving mode, or schedule devices to run during off peak hours. - Receive recipe recommendations by scanning meal kits, wine, and meat. Plan, shop and prep meals with the help of SmartThings Cooking ※ Some features may not be available in all countries. [App requirements] Some mobile devices may not be supported. - iOS 17.0 or later / iPhone XR or later / iPad 6 or later ※ App permissions The following permissions are required for the app service. For optional permissions, the default functionality of the service is turned on, but not allowed. [Optional access permissions] • Apple Health : Used to sync with Apple Health data to give you better Family Care insights • Apple Music : Used to read music album information • Bluetooth : Used to scan for nearby devices using Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) • Camera: Used to scan QR codes so you can easily add members and devices to SmartThings • Contacts : Used to get phone numbers of your contacts to send text message notifications • Location : Used to locate your devices, create routines based on your location, and scan for nearby devices using Wi-Fi • Local Network : Used to find Wi-Fi connected devices • Microphone: Used to add certain devices to SmartThings using high-frequency sounds • Notification : Used to provide notifications about SmartThings devices and features • NFC : Used to check information about devices that you intend to connect • Photos : Used to play photos and videos on SmartThings devices • Voice recognition : Used to convert voice to text

Screenshots

Schlage Home4 screens
SmartThings4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: Schlage Home at 4.8 against SmartThings's 4.6. SmartThings's advantage is chart position (#5 vs #188) and ratings volume (854K vs 252K). On price, review sentiment, update cadence and ads there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

Schlage Home holds the better App Store score, 4.8 against 4.6. Both are backed by a comparable volume of ratings — 252K and 854K respectively. Written reviews point the same way: 35% of Schlage Home's written reviews are positive against 31% of SmartThings's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

Schlage Home ships an update every 6 weeks, SmartThings monthly. Both last shipped on October 31, 2026.

Scorecard3 real differences · 8 level
Schlage Home versus SmartThings: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterSchlage HomeSmartThings
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.8 (252K ratings) — better4.6 (854K ratings)
Positive reviews35.4% of reviews — better30.6% of reviews
Number of ratings252K854K — better
Update frequencyEvery 6 weeksMonthly — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
MonetizationFreeFree
Best chart rank#188#5 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, Apple WatchiPhone, iPad, Apple Watch
Requires iOS17.717.0 — better
Further details — not scored
Size146 MB887 MB
Age rating4+12+
DeveloperSchlage Lock CompanySamsung Electronics Co., Ltd.

Customer experience

Schlage Home

All ratings249,699 ratings
Positive95.2%
Neutral1.6%
Negative3.1%
Written reviews1,040 reviews
Positive35.4%
Neutral11.1%
Negative53.6%

SmartThings

All ratings845,252 ratings
Positive89.1%
Neutral2.9%
Negative8.0%
Written reviews7,827 reviews
Positive30.6%
Neutral6.5%
Negative63.0%

User reviews

Schlage Home

From 252K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Easy to install and set up
  • 🔒 Reliable and secure
  • 👍 Convenient remote access
  • 💡 Useful features like auto-lock and multiple user codes

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Connectivity issues and unreliable app
  • 🔋 Poor battery life
  • 👎 Difficult to add/manage users and codes
  • 🔍 Limited history and status visibility

SmartThings

From 854K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Remote control functionality
  • 📚 Laundry cycle recommendations
  • 🤖 Automation and scheduling capabilities
  • 🔧 Customizable settings

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Frequent disconnections and crashes
  • ⏱️ Slow and laggy performance
  • 🔍 Difficulty connecting and configuring devices
  • 🤔 Confusing and unintuitive user interface
  • 🔒 Privacy concerns with location tracking

Bugs and requests

Schlage Home

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • App crashes and freezes
  • Firmware update failures
  • Inconsistent lock/unlock status reporting
  • Disconnection from Wi-Fi network

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to schedule auto-lock/unlock
  • Customizable notifications and alerts
  • Integration with other smart home platforms
  • Better user management and code control

SmartThings

Reported bugs

3 issues
  • Inability to add or remove devices
  • Inconsistent device status updates
  • Notifications not working as expected

Requested features

4 requests
  • Ability to control TV without remote
  • Improved photo/artwork management for Frame TV
  • More advanced automation and scheduling options
  • Better integration with other smart home platforms

In-app purchases

None

Schlage Home

No in-app purchases

None

SmartThings

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is Schlage Home free?
Schlage Home is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is SmartThings free?
SmartThings is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, Schlage Home or SmartThings?
Schlage Home is rated higher. Schlage Home averages 4.8 out of 5 from 252K ratings, while SmartThings averages 4.6 from 854K ratings.
Do Schlage Home or SmartThings have ads?
Neither Schlage Home nor SmartThings shows ads.
Which is updated more often, Schlage Home or SmartThings?
Schlage Home ships an update every 6 weeks, and SmartThings monthly. Most recently, Schlage Home was updated on October 31, 2026 and SmartThings on October 31, 2026.
Which is more popular, Schlage Home or SmartThings?
Schlage Home currently peaks at #188 in the App Store charts, and SmartThings at #5. Chart position reflects recent download velocity rather than total install base.

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