If you want to purchase a safe, it is always advisable to make comparisons in order to determine which safe suits you safe-keeping needs. This will help you maximize the opportunity to secure your valuables and also get good value for your money. Well, for now we shall make a comparison between Gunvault GVB1000 Biometric Gun Safe and LockSAF Biometric Gun Safe so that you can find out which of the two safes is really good for you.
Construction
Well, Gunvaultis a sturdy gun safe with average construction. The 16-gauge steel construction is not the best or the most dependable, but it still offers reasonable security to a home owner against the rendezvous of a curious child, but not a mean looking burglar.
On the other hand, LockSAF has 9-gauge steel which offers considerable security. Its considerable weight also makes the Gunvault pale in comparison. This safe also features spring loaded doors. Evidently, of the two safes, this safe is sturdy and its thickness is almost twice that of other safes which assures you of reasonable security.
Locking Mechanism
Gunvault GVB1000 Biometric Gun Safe is a prominent gun safe that is designed for securing small ammo or hand guns. Its biometric lock incorporates fingerprint recognition for speedy access to the contents of the safe. This is one of the most reliable locking mechanisms in the market. Well, this mechanism provides quick and easy access to the interior unlike safes which use key lock or combination lock. This is one of its key strengths.
On the other hand, LockSAF Biometric Gun Safe also offers the user the same benefit of easy access and impenetrable security as the Gunvault. Its biometric lock entry is easily programmable and the fact that it offers speedy access makes it convenient even in an emergency. Besides, the locking mechanism is tamperproof, the heavy steel gauge deters drilling and this makes it better that its counterpart.
Interior & Spacing
Gunvault measures 8.1 x 4.9 x 12 inches and its small size makes it ideal for concealment. You can also store any of your small valuables, but it doesn’t offer you considerable storage space. However, its interior is tastefully designed featuring soft foam which holds the contents safely. It also boasts of interior lights, unlike its counterpart, to illuminate the interior in darkness.
On the other hand, LockSAF PBS-001 measures 14X10.2X4.6 and so it certainly offers greater space for storage for your ammo and pistols. This space is coupled by a thick interior padding that secures your valuables. It is apparent that this safe can handle just about any pistol you want and this makes it convenient than its counterpart.
Installation
Gunvault offers any home owner easy access options. There is no need for installation, you just need to program it and, afterwards, stow it in the most secure place in your room or home. This safe also comes with mounting hardware and this is a plus for home owners who want to mount their home safes on a wall.
You can also easily bolt it to the floor to make it immovable. On the other hand, LockSAF does not come with mounting hardware and the only consolation is four pilot holes, so you have to get the mounting hardware separately.
Fingerprint Storage Capacity
Although LockSAF is sturdy and compact because of its heavy steel construction, it only stores 10 fingerprints as opposed to the Gunvault which accepts up to 30 fingerprints. Besides that, it makes changes to accommodate any new fingerprint introduced after being programmed. If you are used to the lock and key safes, then you may find either of the safes quite inconvenient, unless of course you are totally oblivious of the convenience offered by biometric safes.
Pricing
At time of writing, LockSAF Biometric Gun Safe retails for $309.99 in major online retail stores while Gunvault is slightly lower at $247. Well, if you want better space and a sturdier construction, then you won’t find it costly to go for the first safe. The price is within range of the Gunvault, but for the features and especially strength, LockSAF evidently takes the top spot.
In conclusion, none of these home safes is fireproof or water proof, however, both safes cater for this deficiency with the biometric locking mechanism which is dependable. LockSAF is sturdier than Gunvault hence, reliable.
