Schlage Home vs OilDash
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
Schlage Home
Control and monitor your smart locks remotely for enhanced home security and convenience. Manage access codes, view activity logs, and receive real-time notifications from anywhere.
- Remote lock/unlock
- Manage access codes
- View lock history
- Customizable notifications
- Auto-lock scheduling
- Smart home integration
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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.
OilDash
This app simplifies managing everyday tasks, from comparing heating oil prices and ordering deliveries to booking local home services and ordering food. It offers direct communication with providers and real-time tracking for a convenient experience.
- Compare heating oil prices
- Order and track heating oil deliveries
- Book boiler maintenance and emergency services
- Book local home services
- Order food delivery
- Courier pickup and delivery services
- Direct communication with providers
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Stay warm this winter with OilDash — now with expanded features to make your everyday tasks easier. From heating oil and boiler services to food delivery, local service bookings, and courier pickups, everything you need is just a tap away. Key Features: 1. Compare Heating Oil Prices Quickly check and compare heating oil prices in your area to make smart, budget-friendly choices. 2. Order Heating Oil with Ease Place your order in seconds and track your delivery in real-time—know exactly when it will arrive. 3. Direct Communication with Providers Message your heating oil provider for special delivery requests, questions, or order updates directly within the app. 4. Boiler Maintenance and Emergency Services Book scheduled maintenance or request urgent boiler support to keep your home comfortable. 5. Book Local Services From electricians to cleaners, easily book trusted professionals near you for essential home services. 6. Get Your Favorite Food Delivered Browse menus from local restaurants and order meals delivered straight to your door. 7. Courier Pickups and Deliveries Send or receive parcels across your city quickly with dependable courier options. 8. Simple, Reliable, and Convenient OilDash helps you manage heating needs and daily services from your phone—saving you time and effort. Whether you're preparing for winter, looking to order dinner, or need help around the house, OilDash brings trusted services to your fingertips. Download now and make everyday life a little more comfortable and connected.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is review sentiment: OilDash at 100% against Schlage Home's 35%. OilDash also leads on rating (5.0 vs 4.8). Schlage Home's advantage is ratings volume (253K vs 7) and chart position (#189 vs unranked). On price, update cadence, ads and in-app purchases 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
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
OilDash holds the better App Store score, 5.0 against 4.8. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: Schlage Home has 253K ratings behind it against 7, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 35% of Schlage Home's written reviews are positive against 100% of OilDash's.
Schlage Home ships an update monthly, OilDash every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 12, 2026 and November 4, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | Schlage Home | OilDash |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (253K ratings) | 5.0 (7 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 35.4% of reviews | 100.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 253K — better | 7 |
| Update frequency | Monthly | Every 2 weeks — better |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | Free |
| Best chart rank | #189 — better | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch — better | iPhone |
| Requires iOS | 17.7 | 16.0 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 146 MB | 143 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Schlage Lock Company | OilDash inc |
Customer experience
Schlage Home
OilDash
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
OilDash
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
Schlage Home
No in-app purchases
OilDash
No in-app purchases









