Smart Locks / Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) vs Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot)
Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) vs Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot)
Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot)
The rare lock that publishes its Grade 1 rating — and eats AA batteries to do it.
Wins overall by 0.2 points
Quick Verdict
This is close. The Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) edges ahead by 0.2 points, but that margin is inside the noise — the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) is a defensible pick on its own terms. Real Wi-Fi and a fast fingerprint reader for $80 — the ecosystem is the compromise.
The Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) and Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) are both closely matched smart Lock models, and the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) is $249 cheaper than the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) ($79.98 vs $329). On Smart Home Support, the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) leads (8.5 vs 3.5/10) — matter, Thread, Apple Home Key, Alexa, Google and SmartThings breadth — and how many features you lose in each. On Security, the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) leads (9.0 vs 5.5/10) — published ANSI/BHMA grade, bolt and cylinder strength, and whether the lock upgrades or merely inherits the keyway already on your door. On Battery Life, the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) leads (8.0 vs 4.5/10) — real-world runtime, cell cost and how much recharging or replacing it demands. Overall, the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) scores 7.3/10 across our 8 scoring categories versus 7.1/10 for the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2), though the gap is close enough that your specific use case should decide it. Below, we break down the full spec sheet, category-by-category scores, and exactly who should buy which one.
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Spec | Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) | Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $79.98 | $329.00 |
| Release Year | 2025 | 2022 |
| Lock Type | Full deadbolt replacement | Full deadbolt replacement |
| ANSI/BHMA Grade | Listed as BHMA Grade 2 on retail listings; Wyze does not publish a certification number or ANSI standard reference | ANSI/BHMA A156.36 Grade 1 and A156.40 Grade AAA, both named explicitly in Schlage's own security-ratings article — the clearest published grade of any lock in this set |
| Keeps Existing Keyway | No — the exterior cylinder and keys are replaced | No — new Schlage C-keyway cylinder and keys |
| Smart Radio | 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth built into the lock. No Matter, no Thread, no Z-Wave | 2.4GHz Wi-Fi and Bluetooth built in, plus Matter certification with Thread |
| Hub or Bridge Required | No — the Wi-Fi radio is in the lock itself | No for the Schlage Home app — Wi-Fi is in the lock. Home Key taps work locally, but remote Apple Home control and Matter need a home hub / Thread border router |
| Apple Home Key | No | Yes — tap to unlock with iPhone or Apple Watch |
| UWB Hands-Free Unlock | No | No — that is the Sense Pro |
| Biometrics | Fingerprint, up to 50 prints stored on the lock | None — touchscreen keypad only |
| Battery Type | 8 x AA alkaline (included) | 4 x AA alkaline (included) |
| Claimed Battery Life (months) | 8 | Not published by Schlage for the Encode Plus; owners commonly report 2-6 months, and the lock's Wi-Fi radio is the reason |
| Backup Power & Key Override | Physical key cylinder plus a USB-C emergency power port on the exterior | Keyed cylinder on the Camelot and Century trims; Schlage does not publish an emergency power contact on the Encode Plus |
| Door Thickness / Backset | Standard US single-cylinder deadbolt prep; Wyze does not publish a door-thickness or backset range | Single-bore doors with a 2-3/8 in or 2-3/4 in backset; Schlage does not publish a thickness range on the Encode Plus product page |
| Warranty | 12 months | 36 months |
| Colors | Matte Black | Satin Nickel, Matte Black, Bright Chrome, Aged Bronze |
Category Scores
Security
The Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) leads clearly here, 9.0 against 5.5 — a 3.5-point margin on published ANSI/BHMA grade, bolt and cylinder strength, and whether the lock upgrades or merely inherits the keyway already on your door. If that is what you are buying for, the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Fail-Safe Access
The Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) leads clearly here, 8.5 against 7.0 — a 1.5-point margin on what happens when the battery dies, the Wi-Fi drops or the app is down — physical key, emergency power contact and offline codes. The spec buyers most often discover too late. If that is what you are buying for, the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Connectivity
The Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) leads clearly here, 8.5 against 6.0 — a 2.5-point margin on which radios are actually inside the lock, and whether a hub or bridge is needed and included. If that is what you are buying for, the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Smart Home Support
The Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) leads clearly here, 8.5 against 3.5 — a 5.0-point margin on matter, Thread, Apple Home Key, Alexa, Google and SmartThings breadth — and how many features you lose in each. If that is what you are buying for, the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Entry Methods
The Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) leads clearly here, 7.0 against 6.5 — a 0.5-point margin on keypad, fingerprint, face, NFC fobs, Apple Home Key and UWB approach unlock. If that is what you are buying for, the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Battery Life
The Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) leads clearly here, 8.0 against 4.5 — a 3.5-point margin on real-world runtime, cell cost and how much recharging or replacing it demands. If that is what you are buying for, the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Installation & Fit
The Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) leads clearly here, 8.5 against 7.5 — a 1.0-point margin on DIY difficulty, retrofit versus full replacement, and door thickness, backset and bore limits. If that is what you are buying for, the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Value
The Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) leads clearly here, 9.5 against 7.0 — a 2.5-point margin on security, entry methods and connectivity relative to price, including accessories you must buy separately. If that is what you are buying for, the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) does not close the gap elsewhere.
Best For
Choose the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) if…
- • Battery Life matters most to you — the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) scores 8.0/10 here (real-world runtime, cell cost and how much recharging or replacing it demands).
- • Value matters most to you — the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) scores 9.5/10 here (security, entry methods and connectivity relative to price, including accessories you must buy separately).
- • You want to spend less — it's $249 cheaper.
- • Your main use case is fingerprint.
Choose the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) if…
- • Smart Home Support matters most to you — the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) scores 8.5/10 here (matter, Thread, Apple Home Key, Alexa, Google and SmartThings breadth — and how many features you lose in each).
- • Security matters most to you — the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) scores 9.0/10 here (published ANSI/BHMA grade, bolt and cylinder strength, and whether the lock upgrades or merely inherits the keyway already on your door).
- • Connectivity matters most to you — the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) scores 8.5/10 here (which radios are actually inside the lock, and whether a hub or bridge is needed and included).
- • Your main use case is apple-home or matter-thread.
Pros & Cons
Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2)
Pros
- +The cheapest lock here with genuine built-in Wi-Fi — no bridge, no hub, no subscription
- +Fingerprint reader is the standout: reviewers report sub-second, weather-tolerant reads
- +Keyed cylinder AND a USB-C emergency contact, which several $300 locks here do not both have
- +IP53-rated and runs 8 months on eight cheap AA cells
Cons
- −No Matter, no Thread, no Apple Home — it lives inside the Wyze app and Alexa/Google, and that is the whole ecosystem
- −The BHMA Grade 2 claim appears only on retail listings; Wyze publishes no certification listing to check it against
- −Eight AA batteries is a lot of dead weight and a lot of cells to buy
- −Wyze's history of app outages and security incidents is a real consideration for a device that guards your front door
Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot)
Pros
- +The only lock here whose maker names both the numeric ANSI grade (A156.36 Grade 1) and the letter grade (A156.40 AAA) in writing
- +Wi-Fi and Matter-over-Thread together: hub-free remote access from Schlage's app, or Thread if you prefer it
- +Apple Home Key works as advertised, including on Apple Watch, and the taps are local so they survive an internet outage
- +3-year electronics warranty against the 1-year most rivals give
Cons
- −Battery life is the weak point — Schlage publishes no figure and owners frequently report 2-3 months on AA cells because the Wi-Fi radio never sleeps for long
- −No emergency power contact: when the cells die you are using the key, which several cheaper locks here avoid with a USB-C port
- −No fingerprint reader at $329, when $80 and $200 locks here have one
- −Physically bulky and unmistakably industrial next to a Level or an Aqara
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FAQs
Is the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) or Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) better overall?+
Based on our 8-category scoring, the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) comes out ahead overall. See the full breakdown in the scores section above — the right pick still depends on which categories matter most for your use case.
Which is better for Smart Home Support, the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) or the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot)?+
The Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) scores higher on Smart Home Support (8.5/10 vs 3.5/10) — matter, Thread, Apple Home Key, Alexa, Google and SmartThings breadth — and how many features you lose in each.
Which is better for Security, the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) or the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot)?+
The Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) scores higher on Security (9.0/10 vs 5.5/10) — published ANSI/BHMA grade, bolt and cylinder strength, and whether the lock upgrades or merely inherits the keyway already on your door.
Which is better for Battery Life, the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) or the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot)?+
The Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) scores higher on Battery Life (8.0/10 vs 4.5/10) — real-world runtime, cell cost and how much recharging or replacing it demands.
Which is better for Connectivity, the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) or the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot)?+
The Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) scores higher on Connectivity (8.5/10 vs 6.0/10) — which radios are actually inside the lock, and whether a hub or bridge is needed and included.
Is the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) worth the price difference over the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot)?+
The Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) is the cheaper option at $79.98 versus $329. Whether the pricier model is "worth it" depends on how much you value its lead in Smart Home Support.
Which is better suited to my use case?+
The Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) is the better fit if you mainly care about fingerprint. The Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) is the better fit for apple-home or matter-thread.
What's the warranty on the Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) vs the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot)?+
The Wyze Lock Bolt V2 (WLCKB2) ships with a 12-month warranty; the Schlage Encode Plus Smart WiFi Deadbolt (BE499WB, Camelot) ships with a 36-month warranty. Always confirm current terms on the manufacturer's site before buying.
Should I wait for the next model instead of buying either of these?+
If either model is more than two years old, a successor may be close — check the "Latest Model" link on each product page. Otherwise, both are current, well-supported options and there's no strong reason to wait.
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