VS-12BL Biometric Wall Safe
$275.99
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Key features
3rd Gen Biometric Sensor
Unlock your safe in under a second.
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The 3rd generation biometric sensor uses a high-resolution 500 DPI optical scanner to recognize authorized fingerprints instantly.
Access your safe quickly and reliably using fingerprint, keypad PIN, or backup key.
Built to resist forced entry
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This safe features a reinforced steel body, laser-cut door, and anti-pry construction with motorized locking bolts designed to help protect your valuables from tampering and break-in attempts.
Fingerprint, PIN, or key
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Choose the access method that works best for you. The safe supports biometric fingerprint access, keypad PIN entry, and backup keys for dependable access whenever you need it.
Removable shelf for organization
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The compact interior includes a removable shelf and built-in key hooks, allowing you to organize jewelry, documents, electronics, and other valuables efficiently.
See clearly inside your safe
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The built-in LED light automatically illuminates the interior when the safe opens, making it easy to locate items even in low-light situations.
Stay informed at all times
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The keypad display provides clear feedback during operation and includes a battery level indicator to help ensure the safe is always ready when you need it.
Smooth and reliable locking
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The motorized locking system engages solid steel bolts automatically, delivering smooth operation and dependable security every time the safe locks.
| Weight | 23 lbs |
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| Dimensions | 5 × 11.75 × 14.5 in |
| Biometrics | 3rd Generation Biometric Optical Sensor (FBI certified) |
| Locking System | Fingerprint / PIN / Key |
| Protection Level | Heavy Plus (Body 2mm / Door 5mm) |
| Mounting Type | Tabletop / Desktop, Wall Mounted |
| Door Opening Direction | Front-Opening |
| Built-in LED light | Yes |
| Interior Lining Type | Fully Carpeted Interior |
| Shelves | 1 removable shelf |
| Key Hooks | 6 |
| Display | 2-inch Monochrome LCD Display (Non-Backlit) |
| Back-lit Buttons | No |
| Color | Black |
| Battery-Free Operation | No |
| Batteries | 6 AA batteries (included) |
| Included Components | 1 Shelf, 2 Back-up Keys, 4 Mounting Bolts, 6 AA Batteries, Allen Wrench, Safe Box, User Manual |
| Size | Medium |
| Keypad | 12 Buttons Non Back-lit |
Sarah N. –
The First to review and YES I was the guinea Pig. I normally would not buy anything off of without a review, but I took a chance with this because of the features. When I received the safe and opened the box I was looking for the directions and fount a piece of paper. It was a translation of (I’m Presuming ) Chinese to English. I’ve had experience with directions that were translated before and usually its just some nomenclature thats different. These might have well been in Chinese. I’m doing the company a favor by writing this because I’m sure people would be sending them back in droves. Without going into in depth of whats wrong its basically (operation order, mixed up, sequences and operations missing). I will just number what you need to do. If you buy the safe, read there directions, read these and you should be OK.UPDATE: The seller and manufacturer both contacted me and agreed that the supplied directions were suspect. They sent me the new directions that will be supplied. They are 110% better. You should not have problems, I’m leaving this posted just in case. The safe works fine, The manufacturer and dealer have actually kept in touch and were concerned about my satisfaction. This tells me they will be there if needed!). Open the box remove the safe , you will see a metal tag ( Says Viking )with two round head allen bolts. Loosen one and remove the other. There are a pair of keys included with the safe. Use the keys to unlock the safe. Once you open the safe you can install the supplied batteries in the back of the display.2). I held the door open while I did the remaining steps. The door has to lock before you can remove the keys. Once you have it open and the batteries installed, Locate the RED RESET button on the inside back hinge side of .the locking mechanism… (This drove me nuts until I found it ) Hold it in, after about 10 seconds it beeps and defaults to factory settings, everythings cleared. The screen say INIF and then OK. Once it says OK your ready to program fingerprints. Just momentary press the reset button, the finger scanning light will come on, place your first finger over it and it will scan it. When It beeps the screen says ID 01 02 your nice, Now press the enter button (star) on the key pad. Your first print is in. Now you keep repeating this step to each finger or persons finger you want entered.3) check your finger prints for operation. Press the # or * to lock.. Once locked Press the *, when the red scan light comes on place your finger in the scanner it should scan it sometimes takes a few tries.. If it opens, you good.4).Next step., LOCK THE SAFE, by pressing the # or *. ONCE LOCKED you can put in the user entry code. The factory code is 1234. Press and HOLD the * key until you get one horizontal line or hyphen on the display.. Once you get that, enter your desired code then press the star key. Now repeat (enter the code and press * for the last time) The screen will say OK. …To check, Enter your new code and press the *. key. The safe should open.. Thats pretty much it.This could have been rated at five stars if not for the directions and a few other problems.. First it seems like a well made unit. Its heavy, the door and lock mechanism is substantial. Mounting hardware consists of two 3/8 expansion anchors, there OK for a concrete wall but useless for much else. Plus you really need four anchors because its heavy. They only drill two holes at the side center points which is useless, so you need to drill four more in the corners and use four or six anchors. All in All not a bad unit once you figure it out and modify it a bit.
Chloe Moore –
There are 3 negative issues with the strong box:1) The instructions that came with the box are incomplete and confusing. About a week after I received the box I did get an email with much better instructions. Why not email these instructions at the time of purchase? Or include them inside the safe? A week late is not good.2) The biometric aspect of the box is suspect. I could not get the reader to consistently read my fingerprint. Maybe once in every three tries. After awhile I gave up and just inputted the code. Which works well.3) Quality control. The place of manufacture installs the batteries in the led lights before it is shipped. When it is shipped the door is held slightly open resulting in the 3 led lights being on the entire time. As such the batteries are likely dead or almost so upon arrival. Also it was unclear from the original instructions that there two separate sets of batteries, one for the door and one for the led lights. And the small trigger switch that activates the 3 led lights was not working correctly because it was bent out of position. I just bent again so that it correctly switched off the lights when the door was closed.So why the five star rating? Because the box is built like a brick house; very strong. Further, it is attractive. Plus the inner lining and led lights are an great touch. Also using the keypad worked flawlessly and the fact the electronics hold the code even if the door batteries go dead is great. Plus the inclusion of two manual keys in case one forgets the code is also excellent.Everything considered it is a bargain for what one receives and I would buy it again if I needed two.
Rachel Gomez –
works nice.
Avery L. –
The safe is perfect! .. Very strong and reads my fingerprint really quick. Also these people have the most amazing customer service ever! You can buy blindfolded… Thanks biometric store !
Alex Johnson –
Safe is excellent littlenhard to install had to improvise with what was provided, but otherwise would def buy again
Morgan U. –
Perfect size and sturdy construction.
Jason U. –
Install was simple, and the safe works as intended.
Samantha Hill –
Wanting to update our narcotic storage to a biometric system, this safe was the perfect size for what we needed. It is well-made and was simple to program. We have since bought a second unit. No more keys to keep track of, wish we had made this update sooner!
Megan Nguyen –
Excellent build. Very pleased thus far.Make sure you scan your finger many times to avoid errors opening the safe.
Dylan W. –
works well. I just wish it had a handle. You have to push a bottom to lock it. It makes a beeping sound when you open or shut it. So if you need to get in your safe quietly because of an intruder it will not work.
Taylor Q. –
It was easy to program – both numbers and fingerprint…. love the inside light, nice touch. We are mounting this in the wall…. but oddly – the only bolt holes for hanging this are in the back of the safe – not the sides. We bought it to go between wall studs…. there are no holes for mounting in the sides – and the shelf track is kinda in the way for just drilling new holes. huh. I’ll make it work – but it’s not really made for between stud mounting – only flat wall mounting.
Samantha T. –
I have this in our closet at the top of the stairs. Fast easy access before the front door and can keep my every day carry in it to garb before leaving the house.
Ben T. –
After two years of use, the inner pinion arm of the actuator came loose. This in turn caused the lock to malfunction. I reached out to Viking Technical Support, and after rounds of emails and photo exchanges, to show what the lock compartment is doing, they suddenly went silent._________________________________________________________________UPDATE: 04/2023: Viking Customer Service eventually reached out to me to work with me on getting my wall safe fixed. So from the aspect of customer service, I would recommend the product. They were very helpful once I had a service ticket logged with them. As far as wall safes go, it’s probably the best one on the market. It has mechanical parts, like any safe, so I guess you should expect mechanical failures.
Madison U. –
-Update 03/24The seller contacted me right away after I posted my original review. They worked on resolving the issue and got me in touch with the manufacturer. Manufacturer sent a replacement part (they actually offered to refund my money but I decided to keep the product as I do like it and besides the issue that I had, it works well and suits my needs as I mentioned before). They provided me with instructions to fix the issue with the replacement part they sent and now my safe is working just fine again! They also extended the warranty in case anything else happens after the repair. My first review completely changed due to the awesome customer service both the seller and the manufacturer provided!-Original Review:Been using it for almost a year. The fingerprint option works good so far, but the digits on the keypad started failing, even with the little use I gave it (opened maybe once a week, but now I touch one number and it dials several digits at a time) and now the only way to open it whitout an error code is with the biometric scanner. Too bad because overall I liked the size of it and it was good for my needs.
Liam Torres –
solid item, simple to hang, multiple keys
Dylan Wright –
This is a very easy safe to install and work with. Goes in the thickness of a wall in places people would never think to look because of depth. biometric scanner is very reliable.