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How We Test
Every safe goes through our 5-step testing process in our Boulder, CO facility before earning a recommendation.
Fire Test
Certified furnace at 1,200°F, measuring internal temp every 30 seconds
Pry Test
36-inch crowbar + sledgehammer, 4-hour breach attempt
Lock Cycle
10,000 open/close cycles to simulate 10+ years of use
Drop Test
6-foot drop onto concrete, then verify lock integrity
Real-World
4 weeks of daily home use, tracking all usability factors
Editor's Top Picks
Three standouts from our latest round of testing — chosen for build quality, real-world performance, and value.
SFW123GDC
1200°F fire rating for 90 minutes, ETL-verified waterproof, and a biometric lock that actually works in the dark.
Centurion 24
24-gun capacity, UL-listed security, and a Palusol heat-expanding door seal that holds up to a 60-minute fire.
MX Wi-Fi
Smart biometric access with Wi-Fi alerts, rugged 14-gauge steel, and a backlit keypad that punches through the night.
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