Barska AX13744 Biometric Keypad Fire Resistant Safe

The Barska AX13744 is a 2.02 cu ft fire-resistant biometric safe that stands out in the Barska lineup for its combination of serious bolt work and high fingerprint capacity. Six locking bolts total — four steel locking bolts plus two steel deadbolts — provide more door-securing hardware than most safes in this size class, and the biometric system stores up to 160 distinct fingerprints alongside two PIN codes, making it well suited for larger households or small businesses with multiple authorized users.

The fire protection is rated for 30 minutes at 1,400°F through factory testing. Access is via biometric scanner or PIN keypad, with a selectable single or dual entry mode for situations where two-factor confirmation is preferred. An alarm triggers on wrong PIN entry or unregistered fingerprint attempts, and a separate motion sensor alarm adds another layer of deterrence. For quiet access when needed, an optional silent mode suppresses the audible feedback. An external 9V battery backup port on the body means a dead battery pack does not lock you out — just touch a 9V to the terminals and enter your code.

Inside, two adjustable shelves with brackets give you flexible organization for documents, jewelry, handguns, and valuables across the full 24.25" of interior height. An internal LED light illuminates the contents automatically. Emergency backup keys, 4 AA batteries, and mounting hardware all ship in the box. The AX13744 carries no burglary rating, so it is best positioned as a fire-protective and access-controlled safe rather than a high-security vault.