The BioMetrx Biovault is one of the top brands. The Biovault weighs in at only 15 pounds, which makes it one of the lightest on the market. The memory can hold up to 50 different fingerprints, and it can be opened in one second. It is provided with an AC adapter but also runs on three D batteries. In case of power failure, the memory will not be erased. So all of the fingerprints that are stored on the memory will not be lost.

The Barska Biometric Safe weighs 31 pounds, which makes it quite a bit heavier then the BioMetrx Biovault. It takes approximately three to five seconds to open and will also make a loud beeping sound when opened. The beeping feature is a safety feature that will alert someone if it has an unauthorized opening but will deter a stealthy opening in case of an emergency. This safe operates on four AA batteries that will also retain its memory in case of power failure. This safe also has predrilled holes for bolts so that it may be bolted to the wall or floor.

The LockSAF PBS-001 biometric gun safe weighs 22 pounds but features 9 gauge steel and interior foaming. This safe can hold up to ten fingerprints and requires a 9 volt battery. It also features predrilled holes for installation. It opens from the top instead of the side like most safes do which makes for easier access in some situations. This safe is purported to open in approximately two seconds. The California Department of Justice has also approved this product under the definition of a firearm safety device.

Fingerprint gun safes are a safe option when it comes to storing guns. They allow easy access by the owner and can store multiple fingerprints. These safes will make any homeowner, especially those with children, feel much safer about storing a gun in the house.

Many people, men and women, collect guns for hobby, sport, or self-protection. However, the very nature of guns makes them a danger to have around a home, especially with children. Additionally, because many guns are fairly expensive, they can become the prime target during a home burglary. Fortunately, there are some ways to protect both children and the guns. Of course, all firearms should be fitted with a trigger lock, which prevents the gun from being discharged. Additionally, a gun safe is an ideal way to keep guns out of the hands of children and protect the guns from being stolen. Gun safes have evolved over the past few decades and one of the latest innovations is the biometric gun safe.

A biometric gun safe, also known as a fingerprint safe, uses an electronic fingerprint reader to open the safe. There are two main advantages to this: speed and security. Because all that is needed to open the safe is a quick scan of your fingerprint. This is particularly advantageous for those who keep a gun for self-protection. If you hear a bump in the night, opening a traditional safe can seem to take far too long. A small biometric handgun safe kept near the bed can give you the quickest access to a gun, while still maintaining safety.

The second advantage is the security, as it is near impossible to steal or replicate someone’s fingerprints. A combination can be accidentally shared with someone or figured out if you use something like your birthday, address, or wedding anniversary. However, it is important to remember that biometric safes can fail. This is referred to as False Reject Rate (FRR) or False Accept Rate (FAR).

When looking at these safes, only consider safes with very low FRR’s and FAR’s. A low FRR will protect against your own fingerprint being falsely rejected. This is important when you are trying to open the safe quickly. A low FAR will help to reduce the chance that someone without your fingerprints will be allowed to open the safe. The Equal Error Rate (ERR) is a handy rate that is used by many safe dealers to help buyers interpret the FRR and FAR. Technically speaking the ERR is where the FAR and FRR equal. The ERR will show the best balance between FAR and FRR, therefore when shopping, you can focus on safes with low ERR’s.