High-Tech Bedside Safe
Holds two full-size pistols and offers multiple different charging stations!
While we’re undeniably fans of large gun safes, we’re also huge proponents of east-to-use, quick-access safes — especially in the bedroom. The Vaultek DS5i offers all that and more. The advanced design is large enough to hold two full-size pistols — and sleek enough to double as a bedside clock.
Do we want you to buy one? Obviously, we’re selling them. However, with nearly 40 years of experience selling safes, we can also confidently say that Vaultek’s DS5i (and its smaller sister, the DS2i) is unlike anything else on the market.
To help you decide if this is the right safe for you, we’ve outlined the top 11 features of the DS5i smart station.
Top 11 Features of a Vaultek DS5i Smart Station
1. Increased Storage Capacity
For those who live by the motto ‘go big or go home,’ the DS5i is for you. Substantially bigger than the DS2i, this bedside gun safe can accommodate a full size handgun with a red dot sight and extended magazine.
2. More Charging Capabilities
Unplugging is nice. But when you want to plug in, it’s best to be all in. The DS5i offers even more charging capabilities than its little sister, including:
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Dual-Mounted, Magnetic Wireless Charging Pad
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2 USB Charging Ports
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2 USB-C charging Ports
In addition to the charging pad being bigger than its smaller DS2i sister, the magnetic charging pad ensures you aren’t fumbling with your phone to ensure it’s charging. Readjusting your phone 2-3 times in the middle of the night when you check a text message from your kiddos isn’t in anyone’s best interest.
3. Silent Slide Action
A personal defense weapon only protects you if you can get to it when needed. The DS5i is outfitted with an auto-open, twin-rail system that opens quickly and quietly. Don’t worry about fumbling with a dial lock, beeping keypad, or noisy door. You can have your handgun at the ready before your feet even hit the floor.
4. Child Gun Safety
One of Vaultek’s primary missions is enhancing quality of life and fostering community well-being. Child gun safety is a central focus of its product designs. By prioritizing secure yet quick access to firearms, their products are tailored to prevent accidental access by children, offering peace of mind to families.
The DS5i Smart Station exemplifies these values, combining innovative security features with practical, everyday functionality.
5. Vaultek’s Cutting Edge Bluetooth Technology
Who’s been accessing your safe? What are the current humidity and temperature levels inside? How long will the backup battery last during a power outage? (And if it runs out, no worries—each safe includes a manual key for emergency access.)
With Vaultek’s advanced Bluetooth technology, you can monitor and manage these details—and more—right from your smartphone via the user-friendly app. This is a modern approach to staying informed and in control of your safe.
6. Biometric Scanner
Fumbling with a dial lock or keypad can cost precious seconds—and it’s easy to forget a combination under pressure. The DS5i eliminates these concerns with its built-in biometric scanner, capable of storing up to 20 unique fingerprints. This feature ensures fast, reliable access while maintaining robust security.
7. Built-in Backup Battery
You can lose power for any number of reasons. Bomb cyclones. Snow storms. Ice storms. Hurricanes. While it can be nice to head into the woods and unplug for a bit, unplugging at home can be a bit more cumbersome — especially if it keeps you from accessing your handgun.
The DS5i’s backup battery system ensures that even if the lights go out, you can still open your safe. Plus, the battery is a standard AAA battery that can be easily found at nearly any convenience store.
8. Two Mounting Options + Anti-Theft HD Steel Security Cable
While a larger option, the DS5i safe is a relatively compact safe, making it easily portable. However, its small size could make it a target for theft. To counter this, the smart station home safe includes two versatile mounting accessory options and is equipped with a heavy-duty steel security cable as a standard feature, ensuring it stays securely in place.
9. Portable
As we said, the DS5i is a relatively small safe. While not technically designed for travel, this safe could be packed into a suitcase for a road trip and installed in a hotel room using the security cable.
10. Low-Light Visibility
While there’s a lot to be said about sleeping in a dark space, the lack of light can make it easy to fumble — a danger when it comes to guns. Vaultek’s design team eliminated this danger by outfitting the interior of their DS2i with an LED light that allows for visibility even in low-light situations.
11. Looks Like an Alarm Clock (just a little bigger)
The Vaultek DS5i isn’t a big, clunky box. Its sleek, modern appearance makes it look like any other large gadget. Equipped with a digital clock, it can look right at home on a nightstand. Just keep in mind, it’s bigger than most bedside clocks.
DS5i Smart Station Safe FAQ
Can You Overfill a DS5i?
Like any safe, overloading your DS5i can cause issues. If the drawer is packed too full, it might not close properly. In some cases, you might manage to force it shut, but overfilling poses a bigger problem: items inside could obstruct the door or drawer, preventing it from opening when you need quick access.
To avoid this, use a simple rule of thumb: if the drawer doesn’t close smoothly, remove or reposition items to ensure a secure and reliable fit. Proper organization is key to keeping your safe functional and accessible.
Is Vaultek an American Company?
Yes, Vaultek is an American company. However, their products are imported from Chinas, as almost all quick access digital safes are.
Would a DS5i Be a Good Safe for My Motorhome?
Thanks to the DS5i’s small size and multi-functional capabilities, it would make an excellent secure storage for a personal defense weapon and other small valuables in a motorhome.
Do We Have DS5i Smart Stations In-Stock?
We sure do! At least, we do at the time of writing this post. But they’re a very popular product and often sell out. If you want one, we’d suggest ordering it today.
What is a Good DS5i Smart Station Safe Alternative?
Vaultek’s line of DS safes are revolutionary in the home safe world. There’s no other safe on the market that combines Vaultek’s high-tech capabilities and a multi-functional design. However, if you’re looking for a discrete safe to be installed in your bedroom and don’t need a clock, Vaultek has several additional options. These include: