Wall safe or mobile safe: which to choose?

Choosing a safe is a particularly delicate matter, since it is where the most valuable assets are stored, from cash and valuables to even a weapon. The preference for one model or another turns out to be something personal and related to one’s needs.

Among the most common and popular models are the wall safe and the mobile safe. In this in-depth look at the features as well as the pros and cons of both solutions.

Wall safe: what it is

The wall safe is a security device that is small in size and can be installed, as the name suggests, directly into the wall.

There are several models available on the market, and the best wall safe is the one that undoubtedly meets the certifications defined by national and international standards.

It is also essential to keep an eye on aesthetics and design, since a wall safe, especially a small one, is required not only to be as reliable as possible, but also to be able to furnish in style.

One of the most noteworthy models is the digital wall safe, which uses modern technology systems that are easy to use and reliable. Capable of effectively protecting any type of object.

Advantages and disadvantages of the wall safe

The wall safe, electronic and otherwise, can bring the following benefits:

• Smaller footprint, thanks to its smaller size.
• It is the ideal solution for storing small objects.
• It is easy to conceal, as it is designed to be inserted behind furniture or pictures.
• It has an affordable average cost.

And the cons? The wall safe requires masonry work at the place of installation, the cost of which must be estimated.

The Bordogna wall safe is manufactured using the best materials and devices, with particularly interesting electronic wall safe models. All in the sign of design and a particularly fine aesthetic feature.

Mobile safe: what are the features

The safe is not only a device for storing documents, objects and money, but also a visible piece of furniture that it is important, therefore, to think in terms of design.

A model that can be found in a variety of types, not only in large sizes; the small mobile safe is particularly popular, as it is designed for those who need a rather functional piece of furniture. It is therefore a perfect model for both private individuals, with the home mobile safe, and for businesses, including those with a VAT number.

The wall safe is available in two main solutions, depending on the type of lock used: mobile safe with a key and electronic mobile safe.

Crucially, to be of real quality, the devices must be certified. Every mobile safe made by Bordogna is manufactured to European standards EN 1143-1 and 14450. An element that offers security and reliability.

Pros and cons of a mobile safe

The advantage of any mobile safe model is that, unlike a wall safe, it does not require any masonry work. This is because it is a free-standing piece of furniture.

Its installation is rather simple- you just need the right dowels – and fast, once you have decided on an electronic or key-operated mobile safe model.

Moreover, it is a transportable solution, ideal in the event of moving house where it becomes, we might say, a piece of furniture like any other. The best mobile safe, one that is professionally manufactured and preferably equipped with an electronic lock, has no vulnerabilities and is particularly reliable.

In addition, the capacity is unparalleled, whether small or medium to large. The mobile safe is extremely versatile and adaptable.

The only reason why it may not be a preferred solution is that it is always visible and you may not like the idea of having a space where the safe is always present. If a ‘more private’ solution is desired, wall-mounted models, and in particular the concealed wall safe, are much more suitable.