Best Biometric Handgun Safe – Top Rated Reviews

I own several biometric handgun safes. It is common sense. If you have kids, it’s a no-brainer. Even if you don’t, a quick-access handgun safe provides security from theft or prying eyes.

The best type of biometric handgun safe will also have multiple ways to open besides a fingerprint, including a button press sequence (PIN code) and a key (just in case).

There are a lot of choices when looking to purchase a biometric handgun safe. Since I first purchased this type of safe (it was a Sentry Safe model), there have been quite a few additions to the market.

First, a quick list of my top picks for the best biometric handgun safe.
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Best Overall (I have 3 of these)

Top Budget #1 (More keypad digits)

Top Budget #2 (Very ergonomic)

Best Bedside Slide out

Bonus: The following is a 2 handgun biometric safe from Sentry Safe:
Great Choice For 2 Handguns

Some Features To Consider:

• Thicker metal construction
• Lid piston/strut or spring quality
• Padding
• 3 methods to open
• Excellent biometric repeatability
• Ergonomics
• Battery life
• Brand quality via top rated reviews

Best Budget Biometric Handgun Safe (2 Best Choices)

Two stand out among reviews and top ratings. You cannot beat them for the money. I would consider either of these to be among the best handgun safes while also being budget-friendly.

ONNAIS Biometric Handgun Safe

Exterior Dimensions 11.49″ x 9.17″ x 3.07″
Interior Dimensions 10.63″ x 6.69″ x 2.91″

Security Cable is a nice add.

Unlock the ONNAIS handgun safe with a key, a user PIN code, or up to 30 stored fingerprints. The convenience of the biometric feature is a game-changer, as it allows not only yourself but also a spouse (or anyone else you choose) to access it. Storing multiple fingerprints, such as your index and thumb, further enhances its practicality, ensuring the safe can be opened in several ways. This feature of the ONNAIS handgun safe stands out to me.

TIP: The high-resolution fingerprint scan allows you to add the edge of your fingers (as part of your 30 storage capability). This will increase the likelihood that the handgun safe will open even if your finger is not pressed straight on the button (the rush of the moment).

Another nice feature is the ability to mute the beeps as you press the PIN code combination. I think you might want this to remain silent (if it matters to you). All you have to do is press the OK button three times, and from then on, it remains muted (until you repeat that sequence).

There’s a warning when the 4-AA batteries are getting low. When they’re low, you will hear 10 beeps after you unlock the safe. I recommend good-quality batteries for the longest performance. Consider Lithium or at least Energizer MAX.

BILLCONCH Biometric Handgun Safe

This handgun safe caught my eye. I noticed a few features that I especially like.

The pin code numerical buttons include numbers zero through nine. Most handgun safes I have seen only have four or five-digit choices for a pin combination. My pin uses some digits above the numeral 5, enabling me to use the same pin that’s already permanently well-etched in my memory.

The internal battery (2200 mAh) is rechargeable via a micro-USB port on the front, which is convenient.

You can also use an app for various things, such as unlocking logs, managing passwords, etc.

Best Slideout Biometric Handgun Safe (Bedside…)

Use/attach to a bedside or nightstand, under a desk, to the side of a bed, discretely on a bookshelf, or wherever else. A biometric fingerprint or pin code will release the locking pin holding back a spring that automatically slides out of the handgun drawer for quick, easy access.

This one is the most popular and well-reviewed slider handgun safes on Amazon.

An appealing feature is the latest 508 DPI (dots per inch) resolution biometric sensor, which allows for more accurate and faster fingerprint processing (0.2 seconds). The LANGGER can store up to 20 unique fingerprints.

Another nice feature is the storage slot for an extra mag.

The unit is made from heavy-duty 16-gauge carbon steel and weighs 12.5 pounds.

It opens three ways: biometric fingerprint, 4-digit keypad, or key. As with any handgun safe, make sure that you keep the emergency keys out of the safe in case the batteries die (this one uses 4 AAA).

Not only does the slider drawer pop out quietly, but there’s also a silent mode (the muting button press beeps).

It will fit handguns up to 9.5 inches in length, which covers almost all of them on the market.

Examples: Compatible with 1911, Glock 19, Glock 17, Glock 22, Glock 34, Glock 43, Glock 45, Beretta M9, Heckler & Koch VP9, Walther Arms PPS, Sig p365, Sig p320, Sig P220, Sig P226, Sig M18, Sig sp2022, Sig M17, Springfield XDs XD9, Aig m18, HK vp9, Ruger P-85, Ruger 57 and lots more.

The rest of this article is the original post I wrote about my biometric Sentry Safe, which I had purchased several times.

Sentry Safe Biometric Handgun Safe (Among The Best)

Perhaps The Best Overall:

When you pick up this pistol safe, you’ll know immediately that the metal is significant. While no safe is impervious, this one has heavy-duty heft.

I am not going to damage my safe trying this, but I am sure it would be pretty difficult to force this handgun safe open. Given the design of the rear hinges and the front locking mechanism, I can’t imagine opening this thing without activating the biometric fingerprint, the keypad, or the key itself.

SentrySafe Biometric Handgun Safe Lid Piston/Strut

When opening the safe, the powerful lid strut/piston is immediately noticeable.

It takes a fraction of a second for the strut to open the lid for quick access.

Padding

I like the type of padding that’s glued into the interior. I’ve had some safes where their padding deteriorates over the years. Not this one! It feels like some neoprene or similar. It’s ‘just right’.

3 Methods To Open The Handgun Safe

Here’s what I like about this pistol safe: There are three ways to open it.

– biometric fingerprint
– button press sequence
– key

Biometric Gun Safe – Incredible Fingerprint Repeatability

The #1 feature that makes this one of the best biometric gun safes for a pistol/handgun is the stunning repeatability of the fingerprint biometric reader. I’m telling you, it opens every time! I don’t know how they do that ;)

Two blue LED lights (one on each side of the biometric area)light up when you touch the fingerprint reader. If it’s dark, once you feel it, you know it’s activated. A single green LED lights up when it’s opening.

Overall Ergonomics

The fingerprint scanner is nicely recessed, making it easier to quickly and adequately slide the pad of your finger across it. Even in the dark, the location and design assist in easy and quick opening.

The rest of it feels right. The shape and dimensions are well thought out. As you can see in the photo, it easily fits my Glock G19 and several mags (I could fit even more in there).

Excellent Battery Life

I have never had the batteries go dead, but I will say this: I do replace them every year or two, so I know they last at least two years (probably longer).

I will use Lithium batteries for my next setbecause they last even longer. By the way, they’re AA batteries. The battery compartment is very easy to access.

Quality Brand Name

SentrySafe has been around for a long time and makes quite a variety of safes.

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