With a key safe, life gets so much easier!
What is a key safe actually for? Find out in this article!
What is it?
In a nutshell, a key safe is the strongbox for your keys.
It's the place where you can be sure the keys to your property are kept somewhere safe.
A bit like the box you used to hide in your bedroom as a child, the one nobody else had the key to… Well, this is exactly the same thing!
Thanks to a code-protected lock, you can stop hiding your keys in the flowerpot or under the doormat and keep them safe without a second thought!
The benefits of a key safe
As well as being practical and secure, it offers plenty of advantages for the keys to your property:
- Helpsprevent lost keys
- Reducesthe risk ofkey theft
- Accessible at any time
How does it work?
It is usually fixed to an outside wall with screws.
Once it's installed, all you have to do is set a code combination of at least 4 digits to increase the number of possibilities and make it harder to force open.
And there you go: you simply give the box code to your guests, who can then collect the keys easily and let themselves into your property.
Before you decide, here's what sets models apart based on your situation and budget.
| Box type | Security | Weatherproofing | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget model | Basic code (4 digits) | Limited resistance | €10–15 |
| Decorative metal | Reinforced code with keypad | Moderate protection | €20–30 |
| Professional grade | Difficult to force open | Weatherproof | €50–100+ |
| Humid regions | Minimal code adequate | Waterproof required | Model-dependent |
Choosing a key safe
Level of security
Yes, the first thing everyone looks at is security, of course!
Protecting your keys is the main goal. Some models protect better than others, as with any product, and depending on the level of security you choose, you'll get even greater resistance to forced entry.
Weatherproofing
Your property may well be in a damp part of the country where it's often cold, rainy or snowy…
So do choose your key safe according to how weatherproof it is: a good one will stand up to bad weather and protect the contents from rain, snow and the rest.
Storage capacity
If you have several keys, you'll need a box that's big enough to hold all those precious keys.
Their storage capacity varies from one model to another.
How much does a key safe cost?
They're easy to find in DIY stores and in shops specialising in home security equipment, alongside safes and alarms for instance, and of course you can always order your key safe online.
The price depends above all on the level of security you choose, and can range from:
- 10 to 15 €for anentry-level key safe
- 20 to 30 €for ametal model with a decorative design, possibly with a keypad
- 50 to over 100 €for a secure key safe that canhold more than 100 keys and is designed for professional use
So, ready to keep your keys safe in a key safe?
Frequently asked questions
How much does a key safe cost? The price depends above all on the level of security you choose. Expect €10 to €15 for an entry-level model, and €20 to €30 for a metal box, often decorative, sometimes fitted with a keypad. From €50 to over €100 you move into a secure, professional-grade model that can hold more than 100 keys.
How many digits should the code have? At least four. The longer the combination, the more possible codes there are, and the harder the box is to force. Once the code is set, you simply pass it on to your guests, who collect the keys and let themselves in.
Where and how do you install a key safe? It is usually fixed to an outside wall with screws. Once mounted, it stays accessible at any hour, including when you are not there.
Where can you buy a key safe? In DIY stores, first of all. Then in shops specialising in home security equipment, the ones that sell safes and alarm systems. And online, of course, where the choice of models is widest.
Which model should you choose in a wet region? Check how waterproof it is before anything else. A sealed box stands up to bad weather and protects its contents from rain and snow. If your property sits in a cold, rainy area, that criterion matters as much as the level of security.
Is it really safer than hiding the key under the mat? Yes, and the gap is wide. The flower pot and the doormat are the first two places anyone looks. A code-protected lock cuts the risk of theft and also stops keys from going missing.
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