XEGIS Palm Vein Gun Safe Review: Contactless Pistol Safe
The XEGIS Palm Vein Gun Safe is a compact handgun safe that swaps the usual fingerprint pad for a contactless palm scanner. The seller says you raise an open hand over the sensor and the lid releases in about a tenth of a second, with keypad and key as backups. It is aimed at someone who wants a nightstand or drawer safe for one or two pistols and has been frustrated by fingerprint readers that fail with damp, dirty or lotioned hands. It is a weaker match if you want a long track record behind the technology, since the listing shows few customer reviews so far, or if you need a published steel gauge or fire rating, because neither appears in the data we reviewed.
Bottom line:
- Best for: a bedside pistol safe where touch-free palm entry, a keypad and a key give three ways in.
- Main strength: contactless access that the seller says works with wet or dirty hands, plus a rechargeable battery and a stated 2-year warranty.
- Main limit: newer technology with few reviews so far, and the listing does not state steel thickness or a fire rating.
Quick specs table
| Item | What the listing says |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 9.64″ D x 12.08″ W x 2.65″ H |
| Access | Palm vein biometric, electronic keypad, key |
| Material | Aviation-grade alloy steel, per the listing |
| Capacity | 1 to 2 pistols, per the seller |
| Registered users | Up to 50, per the seller |
| Power | Built-in rechargeable battery, charging cable included |
| Mounting | Tabletop; anti-theft rope, hex screws and hex wrench included |
| Extras | LED lighting, silent mode, temperature and humidity display |
| Color | Charcoal grey |
Access and lock
Palm vein recognition reads the pattern of veins inside your hand using a sensor you do not touch. The seller makes several claims for it: opening in 0.1 seconds, working in total darkness, and working when hands are wet, greasy, sweaty, peeling or covered in lotion. The pitch is a direct response to the most common complaint about fingerprint safes, which is a reader that rejects a good print at the worst moment. The seller also says the palm data is stored on the device and that it supports up to 50 registered users.
We are repeating these as the seller’s claims, not verified results. A biometric reader’s real-world reliability depends on enrollment quality, positioning and sensor condition, and the listing has few customer reviews so far to confirm the numbers. If you buy it, enroll each user several times at slightly different hand angles and distances, then practice opening it in the dark and from the sitting position you would use at the bedside.
Fallbacks matter more than the headline feature. The specification table lists an electronic combination lock and a key alongside the palm sensor, and the seller describes opening by palm scan, keypad or key. Keep the key away from the safe, and choose a keypad code that is not a birthday or a number that a child could guess.
Build and security features
The listing calls the material aviation-grade alloy steel. It does not give a gauge, a wall thickness, a latch description or a pry-test result, and no fire rating is listed. The special features field includes a childproof security line that references compliance with agencies, and we cannot confirm what that means or what documentation backs it, so look for proof on the listing or from the seller before relying on it as a standard.
An anti-theft rope is included, which lets you loop the safe to a fixed object. That is a modest but real deterrent for a compact box. As with any small safe, the biggest risk is that someone carries the whole thing away, so the cable or a screw-down mount is part of the security, not an accessory. The seller also lists a real-time temperature and humidity display, which is an unusual extra for a pistol safe and may help you notice moisture problems in a damp room.
Storage and child-access laws vary by state, so check the rules where you live.
Interior and fit
The outer dimensions are 9.64 inches deep, 12.08 inches wide and 2.65 inches tall. That is a low profile, and it explains the seller’s guidance of one or two pistols. A low interior means the height of your handgun matters, especially if it carries an optic or a weapon light. The listing does not give interior measurements, so compare your pistol’s length, width and height with whatever interior numbers you can find, or contact the seller.
The seller describes the interior as a protective, padded space with built-in LED lighting for seeing inside at night. The foam helps protect a finish and stops contents sliding around. Spare magazines or a small item such as a key may fit alongside, depending on the pistol.
Mounting and placement
This is listed as a tabletop mount model. Included are an anti-theft rope, five hex screws and a hex wrench. The seller says the compact design suits a nightstand, drawer or vehicle. The listing text is less specific about whether the box can be screwed down, so check the photos and product details before planning a bolted installation.
For a nightstand, orient the palm sensor so you can reach it naturally from the bed with your dominant hand. For a drawer, make sure the lid has room to open without hitting the drawer top. For a vehicle, keep in mind that heat and cold affect electronics and batteries, and local rules on storing firearms in vehicles differ.
Power and batteries
The safe uses a built-in rechargeable battery, and a charging cable is in the box. The seller says it lasts up to six months on one charge and that a low-battery indicator appears on the display. Treat six months as a manufacturer figure that depends on how often you open it, how many times the display and light are used, and temperature. A rule of thumb is to charge it on a calendar date, such as the changes of the clocks, so that you never find out about a low battery at the wrong moment.
The listing mentions silent mode for quiet entry and an LED light. Both use some power, though the draw is not specified. What the listing does not make clear is whether there is a way to power the safe from outside if the battery is fully drained. The key and keypad presumably cover entry, but confirm how the keyed override works with a dead battery before you rely on it.
What owners say
No summary of owner feedback was available for this model at the time of writing, and the listing has few customer reviews so far, so we will not invent themes. When you read what buyers have written, look for:
- Whether people report consistent palm recognition after enrollment, and in what lighting.
- How easy it was to register more than one user.
- Real battery behavior compared with the six-month claim.
- What people say about the interior size and which pistols fit.
- Any experiences with customer support, the 2-year warranty and the 30-day return window the seller advertises.
Pros and cons
Strengths: touch-free palm entry, keypad and key backup, support for many users, a rechargeable battery, a light, silent mode and a humidity display. Weaknesses: few customer reviews so far, no published steel gauge or fire rating, a low interior that limits handgun choice, and unclear details about a dead-battery override.
How it compares
The cheapest route to a box with no electronics is the StopBox USA, a mechanical push-button case with 81 user-set combinations and no battery to charge. It lacks biometrics, but there is nothing to go flat.
The Vaultek LifePod 20 is a polymer case with a backlit keypad and backup keys that the seller says holds a full-size handgun up to 9.25 inches long, aimed more at vehicles and travel.
For RFID entry, the Hornady RAPiD Safe RFID uses a wristband, fob or sticker with a key lock as backup. The Hornady RAPiD Safe Keypad Vault combines RFID, a keypad and a key and is designed to be bolted down. Both are more established styles of fast access than palm vein, but they require you to carry or wear a tag. See the overview on our best gun safes page.
Price and deals
At the time of writing the XEGIS sat in the $100 to $200 range. Prices change, so check today’s price on Amazon. For information on coupons, see our XEGIS Palm Vein Gun Safe promo code page, and the full list of models is at gun safe reviews A to Z.
Video
Watch: Geary Gunderson’s channel, Guns, Guns, Gear, and Guns, posted a video about this safe and palm vein scanning compared with fingerprint safes. It is worth watching for a look at how the sensor is used, and you should still compare any claims with the listing.
Final verdict
The XEGIS Palm Vein Gun Safe is an interesting option for a bedside pistol safe, especially if fingerprint readers have let you down. Contactless entry, a keypad and a key give you three routes in, and the seller advertises a long battery life, many user slots and a 2-year warranty. The reservations are about proof. There are few customer reviews so far, no steel gauge, no fire rating and an unclear compliance line. Confirm that your pistol fits the low interior, practice with the sensor, and keep a plan for a drained battery. Check the storage laws in your state.
XEGIS Palm Vein Gun Safe FAQ
How does the XEGIS palm vein gun safe open?
The seller says you raise your open palm over a contactless sensor and it opens in about 0.1 seconds, with a keypad and a key as backups. The seller also says palm data is stored on the device and up to 50 users can be registered.
How long does the XEGIS battery last?
The seller says the built-in rechargeable battery lasts up to six months on one charge and shows a low-battery indicator. Real life will vary with how often you open it and the temperature, so charge it on a regular date. A charging cable is included.
What size pistol fits in the XEGIS palm vein safe?
The seller says it fits one or two pistols. Outer dimensions are 9.64 by 12.08 by 2.65 inches, and the listing gives no interior size. Compare your pistol’s length and height, including any optic or light, with the interior details before buying.
Can I mount the XEGIS safe to a nightstand or drawer?
It is listed as a tabletop model and comes with an anti-theft rope, five hex screws and a hex wrench. The seller suggests nightstand, drawer or vehicle use. Check the photos for how screws are used and secure the rope to a fixed object.
What if the palm scanner fails to read my hand?
The safe also has an electronic keypad and a key, per the specifications and seller text. Re-enroll your palm if reads become unreliable, keep the key stored away from the safe, and confirm how the override works with a fully drained battery.
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