When you buy a safe—whether it's for your home, firearms, or valuables—you expect it to do one thing: keep your stuff secure. But the reality? Around 70-80% of safes, including gun safes and smart safes, are vulnerable to simple lock-picking techniques. Some locks that look solid on the outside can be opened with shockingly little effort.

You’d be surprised how easy it is to bypass some safes using basic tools like a coat hanger, simple lock-picking sets, or even brute force. That means your so-called "secure" safe might not be so secure after all, and this isn’t just a problem with cheap safes—it’s an industry-wide issue.

Why Most Safe Locks Fail

The biggest reason most safe locks fail is that manufacturers often use cheap, low-quality locks. They cut corners to save on costs, which is why even pricier safes end up with locks that are easy to bypass. These locks may cost the safe company only $2-$5, which is crazy when you think about how much we depend on them for security.

It’s like putting a flimsy padlock on a heavy-duty door—it doesn’t matter how strong the door is if the lock can be picked in minutes. The problem is widespread, not just with cheap home safes but also with many gun safes and smart safes on the market.

So, yeah, if you’re paying less for your safe, it’s usually because you’re sacrificing security. Sure, it makes sense for a $50 safe, but if you’re spending over $300, you should expect a much better-quality lock. Always check what type of lock is being used because that’s what’s really going to keep your valuables secure.

Don’t believe us? Check out this video of a Sentry safe getting picked in a matter of seconds:

The Solution: Choose a Safe with a Lock You Can Trust

When it comes to protecting your valuables, you shouldn’t have to worry about whether your safe’s lock will hold up. With The Space Safe, we take security seriously, which is why we’ve equipped our safes with the EVVA 4KS lock. It’s designed to keep even the most determined intruders out, is rated in the second-highest tier of security locks, and boasts multiple patents for its innovative design.

This kind of lock quality isn’t something you’ll find on most safes, but with The Space Safe, it is—because we’ve designed it for maximum protection.

Why Lock Quality Matters for Gun Safes and Smart Safes

If you own firearms or important valuables, security isn't something you want to gamble with. Whether you’re securing firearms in a gun safe or protecting personal items in a smart safe, a high-quality lock is crucial.

At SPACE, we believe that a safe should do more than just act as a metal box—it should use both advanced technology and strong hardware to provide real security. That’s why we combine a tough mechanical lock like the EVVA 4KS with smart features like real-time video monitoring, multiple user access, and activity logs.

We’ve taken the best of both worlds: traditional mechanical security and modern smart features, so you can have peace of mind that your safe isn’t just another vulnerable box sitting in your home or office.

Your Security, Your Choice

If you've ever been a victim of a break-in or had your safe compromised, it’s likely because of the quality of the lock—not something you could have foreseen. However, now that you know the risks, if it happens again, it’s a choice you made by sticking with a low-quality lock. At the end of the day, we understand that budget matters, and for some people, it's just as important as security. But knowing the facts can help you make the best decision for your needs.

Conclusion: Don’t Settle for Less

Most safes on the market today don’t offer the level of security you deserve. If you’re buying a safe with a low-cost lock, you’re taking a big risk. The Space Safe, on the other hand, is built with your security in mind from the ground up.

From the EVVA 4KS lock to our smart mobile app, we’ve gone above and beyond to make sure your safe does what it’s supposed to—keep your valuables and firearms secure.

So, why settle for less? Choose a safe that actually protects.