I’ve been on a quest to find the perfect smart lock for my home, and I thought I’d share my journey and insights with the community. After researching various options, I narrowed it down to the Schlage Z-Wave Connect Camelot BE469 CAM 605 and the Qwikset 914. Both seemed promising, but I wanted to ensure they’d work seamlessly with my existing ecosystem, which includes an ST hub, Echo Dot, Logitech hub, Android phone, and iPad.
Initially, I was leaning towards the Schlage model due to its touchscreen feature, which I found appealing for its modern aesthetics and ease of use. However, I was also intrigued by the Qwikset’s compact design, which seemed like a perfect fit for my space-conscious lifestyle. Size was a critical factor for me, and I was relieved to find that both locks were relatively similar in dimensions, though the Qwikset had a slight edge in being slightly smaller.
One of my primary concerns was compatibility across different platforms. I wanted to ensure that whichever lock I chose could be remotely locked and unlocked from my mobile devices and integrated with Alexa for voice commands. After some digging and reaching out to the community, I discovered that both locks are compatible with ST and Alexa, which was a huge relief. This meant I could maintain consistency across my smart home setup without any major hiccups.
Another aspect I explored was scheduling capabilities. I envisioned setting up a routine where my locks would automatically lock at 11 PM and unlock at 8 AM. I was pleasantly surprised to find that both locks support such integrations, allowing me to create these routines without much hassle. This feature alone made the idea of upgrading to a smart lock even more appealing.
While testing the locks, I did encounter a minor hiccup with the Schlage model regarding initial setup on my ST hub. However, after reaching out to the community for advice, I realized it was a straightforward fix involving a factory reset and重新配对。这让我更加相信社区的力量，以及大家在解决问题时的协作精神。
In the end, I decided to go with the Schlage model, primarily because of its touchscreen interface and the positive reviews regarding its reliability. However, I’m confident that whichever lock one chooses from these two, they’ll be making a solid addition to their smart home setup.
If anyone has further insights or experiences with these locks, especially regarding any hidden features or potential pitfalls, I’d love to hear about them! Let’s continue to support each other in building smarter, more connected homes.