SentrySafe SFW123GDC
Score: 85/100
Barska Biometric Safe
Score: 88/100Rankings
The Barska AX13744 is a 2.02 cubic foot fireproof biometric safe offering dual access and 30-minute fire protection at 1400°F. It features robust steel construction with 8 bolts and advanced security alarms. It is best suited for home or office users needing secure, fire-resistant storage for valuables and documents.
The SentrySafe SFW123GDC is a robust alloy steel safe offering certified fire and water protection for home and office use. Its main trade-off is the heavy weight and battery-dependent digital lock, which can complicate access during emergencies. It is best suited for users prioritizing certified disaster protection for documents and media over portability.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
12 monthsbest | 0 months | |
60 minutesbest | 30 minutes | |
1,700 °Fbest | 1,400 °F | |
1.23 cu ft | 2.02 cu ftbest | |
17.8 in | 26 inbest | |
16.3 in | 16.93 inbest | |
19.3 inbest | 13.78 in | |
| ↓ lower better | 86.69 lbsbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
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Protection & Safety(3) | ||
Warranty Length (months) | 12 months | 0 months |
Fire Rating Duration (minutes) | 60 minutes | 30 minutes |
Fire Rating Temperature (°F) | 1700 °F | 1400 °F |
Dimensions & Capacity(4) | ||
Interior Capacity (cu ft) | 1.23 cu ft | 2.02 cu ft |
Exterior Height (in) | 17.8 in | 26.0 in |
Exterior Width (in) | 16.3 in | 16.93 in |
Exterior Depth (in) | 19.3 in | 13.78 in |
Build & Materials(2) | ||
Construction Material | Alloy Steel | Steel |
Door Thickness (in) | in | N/A in |
Security & Access(2) | ||
Lock Type | Digital Keypad | Biometric/Keypad |
Certifications | UL Classified, ETL Verified | None |
Interior & Usability(2) | ||
Interior Lining | N/A | |
Code Length (digits) | 5 digits | N/A digits |
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Professional sources praise the SFW123GDC as a dependable home and office safe for real-world disasters, highlighting its UL fire rating, ETL water resistance, and steel construction against forced entry.
Everyday users commonly praise the ease of digital setup and the reliable fire and water protection. Recurring complaints focus on forgotten codes, battery failures, difficulty moving the unit, and occasional keypad unresponsiveness.
