Schlage America's Most Trusted® Lock for Seventh Consecutive Year
The study surveyed more than 7,200 consumers actively shopping for door locks and hardware within the past year.
Schlage® has been recognized as the most trusted door lockset and hardware brand in the 2026 America's Most Trusted® Door Locks & Hardware Study conducted by Lifestory Research. This year marks the seventh consecutive year that Schlage has been awarded this distinguished recognition, solidifying its position as the top consumer choice for home security solutions.
The 2026 America’s Most Trusted Survey surveyed 7,209 individuals across the country who reported actively shopping for door locks and hardware over the past 12 months. These consumers were asked to rank which brands consistently met their expectations on a variety of performance indicators, such as trust, quality and performance. Schlage scored the highest among the leading door hardware and lock brands with a Net Trust Quotient Score of 117.0.
“We extend our appreciation to the loyal customers who have put their trust and peace of mind in our products to help keep their homes and families secure for more than 100 years,” says David Perozzi, the general manager of Allegion Home. “In this ever-changing industry, we have continued to evolve and provide the most innovative products possible. However, the one thing our products have always maintained is quality and reliability – and it is our customers who continue to push us to meet this standard. We are honored to be named the Most Trusted Lock Brand for the seventh straight year.”
For more than a decade, the Lifestory Research America’s Most Trusted® awards have helped define the relationship between consumers and what they identify as a trustworthy brand. To be included in the final ranking, brands must obtain enough survey responses to achieve a 95% confidence level with no more than a 3% margin of error. Once confidence levels are determined, survey results are compared with peer organizations of like size and complexity.
“Establishing a sense of trust among consumers is the most important aspect of any successful brand – without trust, there is no future,” said Eric Snider, President of Lifestory Research. “Our homes are where we keep the things most special to us, and homeowners want peace of mind that the products they choose will provide secure, dependable, and durable solutions for a lifetime.”