![]() Overall, I liked the Schlage set better because I think they used better materials, and it feels more solidly made. Conceals mounting screws for a cleaner look. ![]() Home Depot shows Kwikset has better prices.All metal covers suggest better durability.Has fewer parts making it easier to assemble.Neither set is a clear standout winner over the other, but here’s what I noticed: ![]() I’ve hinted at a few differences between the Schlage and Kwikset keypads. I’m sure there’s a great reason for all these extra steps, but I wish I could just use my key like always. Now you can use the thumb-turn to lock or unlock the deadbolt. To use your key and “manually override” the keypad, first put the key into the lock. Here’s my only complaint about the Schlage setup. You’d think keyed entry would be straightforward, but you’d be wrong. If you fail to enter a user code, the thumb-turn will spin, but nothing will happen. To unlock the deabolt, you enter the 4 digit user code and rotate the thumb-turn counter-clockwise. Additionally, you can change the settings so that you must enter a user code before extending the deadbolt. When you do, the Schlage button flashes green, and while it’s flashing you can still unlock the deadbolt. To extend the deadbolt, you press the Schlage button and rotate the thumb-turn clockwise. There’s a small learning curve with keypad locks, and it’s not always intuitive how they work. ![]() It involves a lot of “enter programming code” + “press Schlage button” + “pick function” + “enter new stuff” + “verify new stuff”. The included programming diagram is pretty easy to follow. I cleared out the factory set user codes and even changed the programming code. Schlage can store many user codes, and they serve to operate the deadbolt. The programming code allows me to add or remove user codes, enable vacation mode, turn the beeping sound on or off, and disable user codes. Each Schlage keypad lock comes with a factory set, 6 digit programming code and two, 4 digit user codes. Installing the hardware is only half the battle with these new keypad locks. Schlage includes a picture in the instructions for tucking the wires neatly along the side. At this point, I connected the two wires and install the 9v battery. I secured the mounting plate with the two big screws. The wiring snakes over the deadbolt and through the mounting plate on the opposite side. I also like that Schlage included the necessary 9v battery.Īfter installing the deadbolt, I put the exterior keypad goes on next. I was pleased to find that the Schlage deadbolt only had a few different pieces- the exterior keypad, interior throw plate, the deadbolt, and various faceplates and screws. I’ve had the joy of installing several door locks, and have become pretty good at swapping them out. I won’t go into detail about the handle installation other than to say that it was a typical install. The only unexpected step was needing to enlarge the hole for the bottom-most bolt. You can’t really tell but everything lined up perfectly. In my paranoia that the new set wouldn’t fit, I verified the door hole locations again. It includes a keyless door handle and lever and keypad deadbolt. Next, Kim sanded the door and gave it a fresh coat of paint.įred and Kim selected the Schlage Camelot set in Aged Bronze. I removed all the hardware including the deadbolt, handle and knocker. At the beginning of my quest to replace the front door hardware, this is how everything looked. Installing the New Handleįred and Kim’s door was looking a little worse for wear. Read on to learn what I think about the Schlage keypad entry set and how it compares to Kwikset. Having installed and used both manufacturer’s keypads, I immediately noticed a few differences. Well Schlage got in touch with me, and, after triple checking Kim and Fred’s door hole dimensions, I had them ship over a new keypad front entry set. If you read all the way through that post, you’ll see it didn’t all go according to plan. Some of you may recall our first experience with the Kwikset SmartCode technology a few months back. Keypad locks for homeowners are continuing to grow in popularity.
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