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Schlage Encode Plus (Black) — 2021
Schlage

Schlage Encode Plus (Black)

2021

86
/ 100
From $330
VS
Schlage Encode Plus (Black) wins by 3
Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) — Hub
Google

Google Nest Hub (2nd gen)

Hub

83
/ 100
From $99
Specdex verdict

Schlage Encode Plus (Black) takes it — here’s why.

In our weighted Specdex score, Schlage Encode Plus (Black) lands at 86 and Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) at 83. That puts Schlage Encode Plus (Black) ahead by 3 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Schlage Encode Plus (Black) if…

  • ✓Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
  • ✓App-based setup
  • ✓Works with major voice assistants

Pick Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) if…

  • ✓Matter support (modern)
  • ✓Zigbee/Thread radios (most)
  • ✓Automations
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Ecosystem

Schlage Encode Plus (Black)

Compared on the ecosystem sub-score

Schlage Encode Plus (Black) leads on ecosystem (86 vs 83).

Ease of use

Tie

Compared on the ease of use sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Features

Schlage Encode Plus (Black)

Compared on the features sub-score

Schlage Encode Plus (Black) leads on features (84 vs 81).

Value for money

Google Nest Hub (2nd gen)

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) more score per dollar ($99 vs $330).

Schlage Encode Plus (Black) 86
vs
83 Google Nest Hub (2nd gen)

Score breakdown

Schlage Encode Plus (Black)
86
ecosystem 86
local 70
ease 84
features 84
Google Nest Hub (2nd gen)
83
ecosystem 83
local 70
ease 84
features 81

Specs side-by-side

Schlage Encode Plus (Black) versus Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) — full spec comparison
Spec Schlage Encode Plus (Black) Google Nest Hub (2nd gen)
Release year
2021
—
Color
Black
—

Schlage Encode Plus (Black)

Pros
  • +Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
  • +App-based setup
  • +Works with major voice assistants
Cons
  • −Subscription sometimes required
  • −Cloud dependency on many
  • −Ecosystem lock-in

Google Nest Hub (2nd gen)

Pros
  • +Matter support (modern)
  • +Zigbee/Thread radios (most)
  • +Automations
Cons
  • −App quality varies
  • −Cloud dependency on some
  • −Ecosystem lock-in

FAQ: Schlage Encode Plus (Black) vs Google Nest Hub (2nd gen)

Which is better, Schlage Encode Plus (Black) or Google Nest Hub (2nd gen)? +

Schlage Encode Plus (Black) scores 86 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 3. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Schlage Encode Plus (Black) worth the price? +

At $330, Schlage Encode Plus (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 86 — strongest in ecosystem.

Is Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) worth the price? +

At $99, Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) delivers a Specdex score of 83 — strongest in ease.

Does Schlage Encode Plus (Black) or Google Nest Hub (2nd gen) last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is better for ecosystem, Schlage Encode Plus (Black) or Google Nest Hub (2nd gen)? +

Schlage Encode Plus (Black) — leads on ecosystem (86 vs 83). Compared on the ecosystem sub-score.

Which is better for features, Schlage Encode Plus (Black) or Google Nest Hub (2nd gen)? +

Schlage Encode Plus (Black) — leads on features (84 vs 81). Compared on the features sub-score.