In the security industry, credibility, reputation and trust are critical as our daily operation is closely tied to the security of many Australian businesses and homes. Safeguard Safes has been in the security industry for over 35 years, supplying, delivering, installing and maintaining safes and vaults for Australians across all States. Our 5 star service is reflected by our countless great reviews on Google. 

We have often been asked to attend to people’s old safes, to maintain, service, and fix issues with their lock. A question is raised by a lot of new and old customers – “should I get a digital lock or combination lock?”

Many safes come with both the digital lock option and the dial combination lock option. For example, popular safes such as the CMI security safe basic 3, come with a combination version as well as a digital version.

In our professional opinion based on over 35 years of experience and knowledge, it is always best to get a digital lock if your budget allows. The additional convenience and security offered by digital locks are also reflected in the price of the product, the digital version is always more expensive than the combination or key version for its added convenience and security. 

If a criminal tries to open a standard dial combination lock, they can essentially try as many times as they like until they hit the combination that cracks open the safe. This wouldn’t be a worry if your safe or vault has a digital keypad or electronic lock installed. After four incorrect attempts of the passcode, the digital lock will shut down or enter lockout mode, allowing only one try every five minutes. 

If you need to repair a combination lock, you need to understand the process is very complex. This is due to the fact that the locks must be very precise otherwise it can be easily cracked open. Therefore the job must be carried out by a professional Locksmiths with extensive experience working with combination locks. When you choose the Locksmith, it is always smart to check their accreditations & licences, and ask them how many years they have worked in the industry.

If you need your safe’s lock serviced or repaired, or if you wish to upgrade your combination lock to a digital lock, you can always trust the Technicians at Safeguard Safes. We have all the current accreditation and licences that complies with the regulations in each State. Just give us a call on 1300 764 971 and speak with one of our friendly Staff. We also stock the largest range of safes with different types of locking mechanism online and in our Victoria showroom, both new and secondhand. We guarantee you’ll find something that ticks all your requirements.