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Google Nest Hub Max

Hub

85
/ 100
From $229
VS
Schlage Encode Plus (Black) wins by 1
Schlage Encode Plus (Black) — 2021
Schlage

Schlage Encode Plus (Black)

2021

86
/ 100
From $330
Specdex verdict

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

In our weighted Specdex score, Google Nest Hub Max lands at 85 and Schlage Encode Plus (Black) at 86. That puts Schlage Encode Plus (Black) ahead by 1 points — a narrow margin driven mostly by its strengths in the categories below.

Pick Google Nest Hub Max if…

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

Pick Schlage Encode Plus (Black) if…

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

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

Ecosystem

Tie

Compared on the ecosystem sub-score

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

Ease of use

Tie

Compared on the ease of use sub-score

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

Features

Tie

Compared on the features sub-score

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

Value for money

Google Nest Hub Max

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Google Nest Hub Max more score per dollar ($229 vs $330).

Google Nest Hub Max 85
vs
86 Schlage Encode Plus (Black)

Score breakdown

Google Nest Hub Max
85
ecosystem 85
local 70
ease 84
features 83
Schlage Encode Plus (Black)
86
ecosystem 86
local 70
ease 84
features 84

Specs side-by-side

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

Google Nest Hub Max

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

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

FAQ: Google Nest Hub Max vs Schlage Encode Plus (Black)

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

Schlage Encode Plus (Black) scores 86 on our weighted rubric — ahead by 1. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is Google Nest Hub Max worth the price? +

At $229, Google Nest Hub Max delivers a Specdex score of 85 — strongest in ecosystem.

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

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

Does Google Nest Hub Max or Schlage Encode Plus (Black) 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 the better value, Google Nest Hub Max or Schlage Encode Plus (Black)? +

Google Nest Hub Max — more score per dollar ($229 vs $330). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.