Car Gun Safe, Small Pistol Safe Biometric Gun Lock Box for Handgun, Portable Fingerprint Quick Access Travel Gun Case for Nightstand Bedside

First the good part. The gun box looks very well made. The steel is heavy gauge and feels very secure. The inside is lined with foam all around, so no worry about scratching the gun or whatever else you may want to keep in there. The fingerprint scanner works well. I was very skeptical at first, but so far it's been working perfectly. Opens every time for my fingerprint. It also comes with the separate key, so no worries about not being able to open the box if the battery dies. The top cover hinge is spring loaded, so as soon as it unlocks, the lid pops open, giving you full access inside. The light inside come on every time the box opens. It's bright enough to let you see the contents without being blinding. Now the bad part. The enclosed batteries were DOA. Thankfully, I had some fresh batteries on hand. The screwdriver that came with it is kind of cheesy. It looks like it is more likely to strip the screw. But it is a standard #2 Phillips, so very common screwdriver size. The bottom of the box is not perfectly flat. It wobbles slightly on a flat surface. But some cheap rubber stick on feet took care of that small issue. Overall, it's an excellent box for a very reasonable price. I was a little skeptical at first about buying it, but I'm glad I did. It works much better then my old box, and looks much better as well. Definitely would recommend it.

It’s compact and portable, so it easily fits under a seat or nightstand. The fingerprint sensor unlocks beyond fast stores up to 100 prints, and there are backup keys too—super reliable. It is sturdy and so amazing!

This is an excellent biometric safe, especially at this price point. The fingerprint reader is very fast, and it honestly works better than some of my other biometric safes that are 3x more expensive. It opens very quickly, and the spring pops the lid open just the right amount to reach in. Storage capacity is very good, and the interior is nicely foam lined. However, it's a little taller than most safes in this style, and I couldn't get it to fit under my car seat, so definitely pay attention to the dimensions to make sure it will fit where you're putting it. If the batteries fail, you can just plug it into a USB C cable and that will power it up so you can open it and swap out the batteries. Programming it is a little confusing at first, but you quickly get the hang of it. The attached security cable is good, but the way it anchors into the case is less than ideal - basically the end of the cable has a threaded male bolt that's the same diameter as the cable, and you put a round nut on it to keep it attached on the inside of the safe to keep it attached. The nut is secured with a screw that threads into it and pushes against the male threads on the cable bolt, and can easily crush the threads on it if you use too much force (ask me how I know). Then it becomes very difficult to detach the security cable from the safe, because the threads are messed up, and the nut that holds it is perfectly smooth and rounded on the outside. I highly recommend that you're gentle with securing the nut, and in general, you're not going to be removing the security cable from the safe and re-attaching it a lot, because that mounting system won't bear a lot of repeated use. They could change it and this would be a much better safe. Security is decent, but it's not going to stop someone that has time and doesn't care about noise. But for defending against your average smash and grab thief that isn't carrying around an angle grinder, it's plenty.

TLDR: Let me start by saying do not take my 4 stars as this is a bad unit. It is a very good unit for the money and met everyone of my expectations and needs. I would have no problem buying another one. If you absolutely have to have the highest quality and most secure locking mechanism, pass on this. If you need something that works, with a quick fingerprint scanner and open mechanism and checks most of the boxes for a good price, continue reading. Review: I’m pretty OCD when it comes to buying anything. I’ve spent hundreds of hours over the last three months researching travel pistol safes—watching YouTube videos, digging through forums, reading specs, and weighing the trade-offs between quality, price, and features. Yes, there are higher-end safes out there with beefier construction or more advanced locking mechanisms. But as someone who tends to go way overboard with research, I ultimately decided to stop chasing "the best" and just get something solid, functional, reasonably priced that would meet my needs ... which was to secure my pistol in my backpack. Enter the HOLEWOR Car Gun Safe — and honestly, I’m glad I went with it. It strikes a great balance between quality and affordability. Not the best. Far from the worst. But for my needs, it just works. The Vaultek Lifepod 2.0 was the only other one I was considering. It is a great little case, but it's $140 more and does offer water protection, but the scanner and reliability is no better. Maybe a little tougher to break into, but honestly if someone has enough time and determination, it won't matter. They will get into your safe. Go to youtube and search for yourself. 🔍 My Use Case: I bought this specifically to fit inside my First Tactical 1-Day+ Tactix backpack, carrying an H&K VP9 with an Olight Baldr Pro light/laser mounted, plus 1 extra mag. The gun with mag fits perfectly in this case. In case you need it, the Vp9 official dimensions are 7.34" x 5.41" x 1.32". The Olight Baldr Pro does stick out past the barrel by less than 1". Full disclaimer, the safe did not fit the CCW compartment (too thick), but fits perfectly in the rear compartment or easily inside the main compartment. So if you're planning a similar setup, this might help you gauge fitment. ✅ Key Features I Like: Biometric fingerprint scanner (quick access, fast read, responsive in my testing) Digital passcode entry (up to 6 digits) Manual key override Fits full-size handgun w/ light (HK VP9 + Olight Baldr Pro + 1 mag fits like a glove). Vaultek Lifepod 1.0 does not fit this setup. You have to buy the 2.0 version which of course if more $$. Solid build quality – Has a qualitative, sturdy feel Portable – Fits well in my backpack, not too heavy Setup is fast & simple – Had it ready in < 2 minutes 👣 Fingerprint Setup: Quick Press the function button (inside front, lower right ), then: Press 1 to set your passcode (then type in your passcode up to 6 digits) Or Press 3 to register fingerprints and place finger 3x on the scanner. Green light + tone confirms successful registration. I set up both index fingers and thumbs on both hands. I tested at varying angles, and the scanner recognized and opened quickly each time. Definitely recommend doing multiple fingers just in case. 🧰 Minor Annoyances: The battery compartment screw is small and fiddly. I’d love if HOLEWOR made it captive (attached to the panel) to prevent losing it or struggling during setup. When closed, there’s minor lid movement — some slight slop. Not a deal-breaker, but it’s there. In a backpack, the buttons can be pressed inadvertently, waking the unit. It hasn’t caused any issues yet, but it’s something to be aware of. A more recessed button design might help prevent this. 🎯 Final Thoughts: If you're like me and obsess over every little detail, just know this isn’t a Fort Knox-level safe, but it’s more than enough for everyday travel or bedside storage. The fingerprint scanner works, it feels solid, it’s quick to access, and it does what it promises without breaking the bank. I’m very satisfied with the purchase and would recommend it to anyone looking for a solid middle-ground option that checks all the important boxes without the premium price tag. 📜 Disclaimer: This review is based solely on my personal experience and specific use case. It is not an endorsement of storing or transporting firearms in any particular way. Always comply with your local, state, and federal laws regarding firearm storage, transport, and ownership. The author of this review assumes no liability for any misuse or consequences arising from the use of this product.