The StackOn PDS-500 is another popular small safe that has had a lot of positive feedback from consumers. It has a lot of great features and is the perfect size for storing quite a few valuable items including handguns.
It has an electronic keypad for easy access and can be stored away in a bedside drawer or in a cabinet somewhere out of site.
This is a good first time small safe.
Can store guns, ammo and other valuables
The Stack-On PDS-500 is good for storing your gun, ammos and even some important documents. It measures 11 3/4 x 8 5/8 x 4 1/4 inches. The safe is big enough to fit 2 compact revolvers and a compact semiautomatic pistol.
You must take note though that the drawer safe is not good to store CDs and other electronic devices.
It can fit anywhere
The StackOn PDS-500is compact enough to fit anywhere even inside a drawer or a hidden part of a wall. This way you can easily hide it from plain sight. It is even small enough for you to bring with you when you travel. It just weighs 12 lbs., 13 ozs.
Durable
With this drawer safe, you’ll be sure that it won’t just break easily. It is made from solid steel material. It also comes with a pry-resistant door.
Programmable lock
A great feature about the Stack-On PDS-500 is its programmable lock. After 3 failed attempts, the safe will automatically lock out for a specific period of time.
This prevents burglars or prying family and friends to open your safe. If you yourself have been locked out though you can use the 2 manual keys that can override the program.
Just be sure to keep these keys completely safe and only within your reach as these are the last resort to opening that safe.
Greater Security
The Stack-On PDS-500 is equipped with greater security to make it impossible to break into. It comes with concealed hinges so no one can try to unscrew it open and it comes with 2 live action locking bolts made of steel.
These added features give you an added sense of security as you know that burglars would need to go through so much in order to pry it open.
Simple set up
Setting up the PDS-500 is really easy. It just takes 5 minutes of your time. You can easily program the code and you can even choose to activate the sound on the keyboard or you can keep it silent.
The first thing that you do is push the red button, then you can set the code with a 4 to 8 digit combination.
It is also easy to mount. The drawer safe already comes with holes that were pre-drilled so it will be just a breeze to attach it anywhere.
The product even comes with fastening hardware so everything you need is already included with the safe. If you are storing firearms, it is best to fasten the safe to a shelf, a wall of on the floor.
No keypad light
One thing that not many people will like is that the safe’s keypad doesn’t have any light. So you will have to memorize the placement of the keys to know where to press to open it.
But you can actually look at this feature as a good thing because if you want to open the safe without catching anyone’s attention, then you can do so without the lights giving it away.
If it’s dark though and you find a hard time locating the keys on the keypad, then you can just use a small flashlight to guide you. Just be to conceal the light so you will not be conspicuous when you open the safe.
PROS
It has a solid construction to make life difficult for the casual burglar.
Is just the right size for many important items. Not too small not too big.
The keypad consistency is almost flawless.
Has a low price tag for such a quality product.
CONS
The keypad has no backlight. It may be a good idea to keep a small torch handy near the safe in case you need to open it in the dark.
Summary
The Stack-On PDS-500 is the best safe for keeping your guns and other valuables. It is good for keeping these things
away from prying family members and friends especially from burglars.
It is easy to use, easy to program, easy to mount, plus it is very durable and provides extra security. What more can you ask for? The safe that really keeps your valuables safe so you won’t need to worry about them getting in the wrong hands.
Features
Is California DOJ-approved firearms safety device that meets the requirements of California Penal Code Section 12088.
2 live action steel locking bolts and concealed hinges provide greater security.
Electronic lock can easily be programmed by the user with a “trouble key” override. Time out period after three incorrect attempts.
Quick access electronic lock has an easy to read key pad and includes a low battery warning light.
Electronic lock can be programmed to “beep” when the numbers on the key pad are pressed or programmed so the “beeps” are turned off.
Combination can easily be changed at the press of a button.
Includes pre-drilled mounting holes and hardware for mounting.
