Small Wall Safe Best Buys!

Home owners are spoilt for choice when it comes to buying a small wall safe. They range from about $80 upwards depending on you are looking for a basic lock box, a hidden wall safe disguised as an electrical socket, one mounted between the studs, a biometric model (fingerprint), or a small wall safe that opens with a key or combination lock.

Here are some examples of popular small wall safes on the market:

The Protex Electronic has an electronic keypad for easy programming, code (1-6 digits).

Amsec One Hour Fire Protected Wall Safe is a popular choice as it offers both fire and burglary protection. This Amsec safe has an electronic lock programmable between 3-15 digits.

The Amsec has a 5/8" thick door and two 1 1/4" rectangular steel deadbolts to prevent door removal during a forced entry attempt. This small wall safe has a one hour fire rating so the inside temperature never exceeded 350 degrees.

Another popular model is the Buddy Key Lock (Tubular Key). This Buddy Safe features double reinforced heavy 16 gauge steel door with a recessed dead bolt Key lock.

It has 500 cubic inches of storage space provides plenty of room for cash, jewelry and other valuables. The Buddy weighs just 9 Lbs.

The GunVault steel safe is housed by 16-gauge steel, with over 12 million access codes user codes available.

The Honeywell has a digital electronic locking system and re-programmable combination. This model is designed to fit in standard wall construction with 2"x4" studs 16" on center or expands to accommodate 2" x 6" studs. This Honeywell model has dual live locking bolts and even has an Interior light.

Small wall safes are a good idea because burglars like to be in and out quickly. Most burglars don't have the time, knowledge or equipment to open a wall safe.

When buying a home safe also check the fire rating. Many are constructed to withstand temperatures up to 2000 degrees Fahrenheit (1095°C) for 1 hour.

Think carefully about where you are going to hide the device. It will need to be installed in a wall between studs. It is best to then conceal it behind a picture or curtain so it becomes hidden from prying eyes and burglars. Don’t tell everyone you have a safe as they will immediately start to think you store cash or valuables in your home. That is asking for trouble, because you don’t know who knows who.

It often pays to spend a small amount more to get a better quality wall safe rather than buying the cheapest. Brands like Honeywell, Amsec, Chubb and Protex have a strong reputation. There will be a home security safe in nearly every price bracket. Start by deciding your budget and then search for the level of security to meet your needs. If you are storing the crown jewels then you would be best advised to spend thousands of dollars, but if you are simply buying one for your home then a few hundred dollars should get you a good quality in wall safe.