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Hornady 98235 VEXIS Night Guard Handgun Safe

Hornady 98235 VEXIS Night Guard Handgun Safe

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  • Last seen at $379.99 at Safe Vault Pros on Nov 11.

Our take on the Hornady 98235 VEXIS Night Guard Handgun Safe

The Hornady VEXIS Night Guard is a bedside handgun safe built into a digital alarm clock. Its palm vein scanner reads the vein pattern under the skin without contact and verifies an authorized user in under half a second, storing up to 10 patterns encrypted on the device. A six- to eight-digit keypad and two backup keys cover the times the scanner does not. The 14-gauge steel housing, hardened interior locking lugs, security cable and pre-drilled mounting points make it a sturdier proposition than the plastic-lidded biometric boxes it competes with, though the spring-assisted drawer and padded compartment are sized for one handgun rather than a collection.

Best forBedside handgun storageBuyers who want no-contact entry at nightHouseholds with more than one authorized userRenters who need a cable-secured safe
Pros
  • Palm vein entry needs no contact and verifies in under half a second
  • Stores up to 10 palm vein patterns with biometric data encrypted and kept on the device
  • Keypad and two backup keys give alternate entry
  • 14-gauge steel housing with hardened interior locking lugs
  • Dimmable clock display with five brightness levels or off
  • Runs on AC power or two 9V backup batteries during an outage
Cons
  • Palm vein scanning can be slower or less reliable for some users than a fingerprint
  • Single padded compartment limits it to one handgun and small valuables
  • Spring-assisted drawer is not a full-size safe for long guns or documents
  • Clock disguise depends on the safe sitting on a nightstand, not a wall or closet

Hornady 98235 VEXIS Night Guard Handgun Safe prices at every store

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What reviewers say

Owners of the VEXIS Night Guard tend to value the no-contact palm vein entry for middle-of-the-night access and like that it passes as a clock on the nightstand. Complaints center on the scanner occasionally needing a second read and on the drawer fitting only one handgun.

What people mention
  • Palm vein entryPraisedOwners like that the scanner reads the hand without contact and opens quickly at night.
  • Scanner reliabilityMixedSome users report the reader occasionally missing on the first pass and needing a second try.
  • BuildPraisedThe 14-gauge steel housing and locking lugs feel sturdier than plastic-lidded rivals.
  • CapacityCriticisedThe padded drawer holds one handgun, and a mounted light can make the fit tight.
  • DisguisePraisedThe clock face keeps the safe inconspicuous on a nightstand.
  • Power backupMixedThe 9V batteries keep access working in an outage, but they drain if the safe stays unplugged.

About the Hornady 98235 VEXIS Night Guard Handgun Safe

The Hornady VEXIS Night Guard is a handgun safe built into a bedside clock. It uses patent-pending palm vein recognition, which reads the vein pattern beneath the skin without contact and verifies an authorized user in less than half a second. It can store up to 10 palm vein patterns. The biometric data is encrypted and stays inside the safe. It is not uploaded, shared, or connected to another device.

A programmable six- to eight-digit keypad and two included backup keys provide other ways to open it. A quiet, spring-assisted drawer opens to a padded compartment for a handgun and other valuables. The exterior housing is 14-gauge steel, and hardened interior locking lugs help resist tampering.

The clock display has five brightness levels and can be turned off. The safe can be secured to a stationary structure with the included security cable or at its pre-drilled mounting points. A USB-C port charges compatible electronics while the safe is connected to AC power. The safe runs on the included 12V power supply or two 9V backup batteries, so the access system stays available during a power interruption.

Exterior size
3.8" H × 12.1" W × 11.6" D
Interior size
2.2" H × 9.2" W × 6.9" D
Weight
18 lb.
Steel gauge
14 gauge
Primary access
VEXIS palm vein recognition
Alternate access
Programmable 6- to 8-digit keypad and mechanical backup key
User capacity
Up to 10 palm vein patterns
Locking system
Hardened interior locking lugs
Interior
Padded spring-assisted drawer
Input power
12VDC 2.0A, or two 9V batteries (batteries not included)

Questions and answers

How does palm vein recognition differ from a fingerprint safe?
It reads the vein pattern beneath the skin, so there is no contact and nothing to press. Hornady says it verifies an authorized user in under half a second and stores up to 10 patterns locally, encrypted.
What happens in a power outage?
The safe runs on the included 12V power supply and switches to two 9V backup batteries, so the scanner and keypad stay usable. The USB-C port only charges devices while the safe is on AC power.
Can I mount it so it cannot be carried off?
Yes. It ships with a security cable and has pre-drilled mounting points for fastening it to a stationary structure, which covers renters and nightstands alike.
How many guns fit inside?
One handgun in the padded compartment, plus small valuables. It is a bedside safe, not a multi-gun cabinet, and a weapon light can make the fit tight.
Does the clock light up the room at night?
The display has five brightness levels and can be turned off entirely, so it can be dimmed or blacked out for a dark bedroom.
What is in the box?
The safe, a 12V power supply, two backup keys and a security cable. The 9V backup batteries are separate.
Where is the Hornady 98235 VEXIS Night Guard Handgun Safe cheapest?
At Safe Vault Pros, for $379.99, as of our latest check.

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