TOP 5 Best Cheap Gun Safes Under $600 in 2020

Shopping for a gun safe is hard with so many options, it makes it even harder when shopping for a cheap gun safe under a $600 budget. When you want to secure guns, but can’t spend the money make sure to check out one of the 5 safes/cabinets below!

Who knew you could have such a nice safe for such a good price?

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All of the points on these safes are pulled from my buying guide, make sure to check it out first!

5. Barska AX11652

This is the cheapest, entry level decent safe that can be found. If you are truly on a tight budget this is definitely worth a look! It also is the only one that offers a biometric lock on this list.

• Quality locking mechanism – Barska biometric lock, biometric locks may not work for everyone
• Steel thickness – Unknown steel thickness, however I would guess 16 gauge or 14 gauge
• Fire rating that suits you – No fire rating
• Security Features – No keypad option, only biometric.
• Warranty – Unsure on warranty length
• Aesthetics – This overall is a very futuristic looking safe, especially with the biometric lock.
• Additional Features – Very basic safe, not many additional features

4. Winchester Bandit 10

The Winchester Bandit 10 is on this list as the only USA made safe, if this is important to you there really isn’t any other safe that compete in this price point. While it may only be 14 gauge steel, it is USA made steel, which based off some people opinion is harder than the Chinese alternative.

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• Quality locking mechanism – UL listed Mechanical lock
• Steel thickness – 14 gauge steel that is made in the USA
• Fire rating that suits you – 45 minute fire rating
• Security Features – 2 sided bolt work
• Warranty – Limited lifetime warranty on safe, 2 years on lock
• Aesthetics – Doesn’t stand out much from the competition
• Additional Features – Has a good looking paint job, not much else in this department

3. SecureIt Model 40

Very similar points to the SecureIt Model 52, however shorter and cheaper than the 52. Great option for people with AR style firearms.

2. SecureIt Model 52

The SecureIt Model 52 is in the middle of its 2nd generation and is an awesome option for a cheap gun safe. The new revision has brought some new locks and options. Lets see how it stands up to what I look for in a safe.

This safe is even found on my best tactical gun safes list.

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• Quality locking mechanism – Unsure of brand of lock, however SecureIt does a great job on quality, so I have no doubt it works well.
• Steel thickness – 12 gauge steel holds to where I recommend starting on a good safe. Its not seen often in the sub-$600 options.
• Fire rating that suits you – No fire rating
• Security Features – Comparable to many safes twice its price.
• Warranty – 90 day money back guarantee
• Aesthetics – Very simplistic, not flashy. Looks good for what it is meant to be. Also the safe is modular and can be torn down and put back up anywhere you want.
• Additional Features – Cradle grid technology revolutionizes gun safes. While allowing for less rifles, it does keep them from getting damaged and allows for very quick access.

1. Stealth UL Gun Safe UL14 552017

The main reason I rate this Stealth safe over the SecureIt safes is because for a starter safe it has most of the features needed in a safe. This includes a fire rating and 12 gauge steel. Check out a more in depth review of this safe here.

• Quality locking mechanism – This safe has a name brand UL listed lock.
• Steel thickness – 12 gauge steel, much like the SecureIt safes.
• Fire rating that suits you – 60 Minute Fire Rating, impressive for this price range.
• Security Features – All 4 sides of the door have locking bolts
• Warranty – 2 year warranty, not the best in the industry.
• Aesthetics – Doesn’t stand out much from the competition
• Additional Features – This is a pretty standard safe that doesn’t stand out much from the competition.

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Conclusion

The UL14 by Stealth is hands down for me the best cheap gun safe on this list. It offers all the gun safe features you are looking for.

The Model 52 is a great follow up for those that don’t need a full out gun safe, and don’t need fire rating. With its 12 gauge steel, and modular gun safe style, is offers a great price point for a great quick access safe.

(5 votes, average: 5.00 out of 5)

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