Schlage BE365 V CAM 619 Camelot Keypad Deadbolt, Electronic Keyless Entry Lock, Satin Nickel

Unbeatable in Installation, Quality, and Ease of use.
At the time i bought this i had owned a ‘Kwikset featuring SmartKey SmartCode Single Cylinder Electronic Deadbolt, Satin Nickel 909 15 SMT CP’ for 1 years time. then decided to change after the mechanism in the kwikset malfunction and Kwiksets replacement unit did not even work on arrival. there is a fundamental flaw in them that is NOT in the Schlage which I will discuss.My first impressions on this deadbolt were the same as my keyed entry lock+ door handle unit that i had bought a year prior. right out of the box, everything was in the box, very detailed instructions for both installation of the deadbolt and operation of the deadbolt and the incredible ‘rock solid’ feel of the Schlage brand.Installation:Installation is a breeze if you have any experience with door locks or slim to none. even with no experience i would find it strange if someone didn’t think that the install process on this deadbolt was easy. If you have no experience, just follow the very detailed instructions that come with it. Took me less than 10 minutes to install. One thing i would note on the installation that i have never seen another deadbolt that i have bought come with was a ‘reinforcement’ plate for the door frame. it comes with very long screws as well to secure it incredible well into the door frame making it leaps and bounds more difficult for someone to kick in the door. the reinforcement plate i noticed felt like a different type of metal than everything else. Very solid and maybe 2-3 thicker than an average door plate.Operation/Features:Unlike my kwikset unit that i owned that actually operates a small internal motor(the part that is prone to failure on the Kwikset Unit) this Schlage deadbolt has a ‘freespinning’ lock unless the lock is ‘engaged’ in which case the ‘freespinning’ lock actually becomes like a ‘handle’ that you manually turn. the lock is engaged always from the manual switch from the back(what would be the inside of the home or building) or while it is unlocked and you hit the ‘Schlage’ button on the front of the unit for 5 seconds while the light is blinking. while the light blinks the lock is engaged and you turn with your hand from the outside to lock. To unlock from the outside is just as easy, enter your 4 digit code, the Schlage light will blink yellow for 5 seconds and your lock will rotate like a handle when you turn it to unlock your door. Really couldn’t get easier operation than this without an automatic electric motor. (but again, like in the Kwikset which has this, it is prone to failure) Of course another feature on the lock, keyed backup in case the battery dies before you can replace it.Keypad:The keypad is very bright when you press the Schlage button as it illuminates to a very bright blue. Enter code and presto, access to whatever lies behind the door with a flick of the wrist. I will not go into the operation on how to program the keypad as it is very straightforward and simple if you follow the manufacturers instructions on how to add/remove codes and enter a few different modes.Battery:My lock came with a 9v Duracell (shocking not a Chinese off brand battery?!) and the biggest difference i can note between this Schlage lock and my keypad+door handle Schlage is the battery compartment is WAY easier to get to. on the keypad + door handle unit, you must remove the entire lock from the door in order to access the battery compartment to change and the battery is on the outside of the unit(closer to the elements reduces battery life). On the Deadbolt however, the compartment is accessed by just removing the two back screws of the unit and removing this ‘cover’ plate. the battery is right there, the rest of the lock stays intact and the compartment is on the INSIDE of the door, away from the elements to help preserve the battery life.Final Thoughts:Just like my other Schlage unit, i am EXTREMELY satisfied with both operation, instructions, ease of use and Quality of this product. I really have no complaints. I will definitely be a repeat customer if i keep getting these fantastically designed and made locks.

Great Keypad, easy to install.
Keypad deadbolt works great. I purchase Schlage products for their excellent warrany and excellent customer support

2 Months Of Use
In the 2 months I’ve used this lock it has functioned flawlessly! Installation was quite easy, just follow the instruction closely and you’ll be fine. A note on instructions; as pointed out by another reviewer, there is a crucial step in the instruction wherein a certain component must be aligned properly. It is quite easy to do, but also easily missed, so once again, follow instructions! The lock is easy to use, easy to program, of good quality (it would seem to me) and none of the buttons have faded in the slightest yet. There is a feature I like in particular- it lights up at night, if you press the Shlage button, so you can see the keys to type in your passcode.This lock is a significant upgrade in convenience from having to fish around in your pocket for keys. I’ts also a level 3 lock; most homes, by default, will have level 1s, so it’s an upgrade in security as well. Will update if I have issues. So far, money well spent.Update: I’ve noticed that two combinations, at least, of my passcode will open the lock. My specific passcode and one other variation using the same numbers. Not good! Knocked down to 4 stars. Otherwise, no issues.

I replaced a Schlage deadbolt with this so the installation was a breeze. Adding codes was also very easy. I just followed the steps in the manual. It’s so convenient. I only got one key though.

Excellent keyless lock