Short answer: for most homes, a jewelry safe with a certified fire rating of at least 45 minutes, a solid steel door, a bolt-down base and velvet- or leather-lined drawers is the sweet spot. The AMSEC JS2020E5 is our best value pick, the AMSEC JS5517E5 fits best in a closet, and the Hollon 685E-JD gives the most fire protection. Below is how all eight jewelry safes we carry compare.
Jewelry safes compared
| Safe | Fire rating | Drawers | Weight | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMSEC JS2020E5 | 45 min at 1,200°F (ETL certified) | 2 | 180 lbs | $1,282.50 |
| AMSEC JS5517E5 | 30 min at 1,200°F (independent test) | 5 | 286 lbs | $1,766.25 |
| Hollon 685E-JD | 2 hours at 1,700°F | 5 | 354 lbs | $1,931.00 |
| Hollon 845E-JD | 2 hours | 5 | 440 lbs | $2,256.00 |
| AMSEC JS4020E5 | 45 min at 1,200°F (ETL certified) | 6 | 315 lbs | $2,302.50 |
| Barska AX13616 | 30 min at 1,200°F | 3 | 190 lbs | $2,398.00 |
| Barska AX13614 | 30 min at 1,200°F | 3 | 234 lbs | $2,493.99 |
| AMSEC JS5930E5 | 45 min at 1,200°F (ETL certified) | 8 | 750 lbs | $4,106.25 |
Prices are current at the time of writing and may change. See the full jewelry safes collection for current pricing and stock.
Our picks by need
Best value: AMSEC JS2020E5
A compact safe with a 12-gauge steel body, a 1/4″ solid steel plate door, an ETL-certified 45-minute fire rating and two lined drawers plus necklace hangers, a mirrored back panel and motion-activated LED lighting. At 180 lbs and 2.30 cubic feet, it suits a bedroom or closet floor and has four pre-drilled anchor holes.
Best for a closet: AMSEC JS5517E5
Tall and narrow, 55″ high and only 17.75″ wide, so it fits a closet corner or beside a dresser. Five drawers and 5.62 cubic feet of space for larger collections. Note that its 30-minute fire rating is independently tested rather than ETL certified, unlike the other AMSEC JS models.
Best fire protection: Hollon 685E-JD and 845E-JD
Both carry a 2-hour fire rating; Hollon reports the 685E-JD passed 2-hour fire testing at 1,700°F external temperature while keeping the interior below 350°F. They also use a UL-listed Sargent & Greenleaf electronic lock, three 1.5″ locking bolts, a glass relocker and velvet-lined high-gloss drawers. Choose the 845E-JD (3.62 cubic feet, 440 lbs) if you also want room for documents.
Best for large collections: AMSEC JS4020E5 or JS5930E5
The JS4020E5 has six drawers plus an adjustable shelf. The JS5930E5 is AMSEC’s largest, with eight drawers and four adjustable shelves at 750 lbs, built for a walk-in closet or dressing room.
What to look for in a jewelry safe
- A real fire rating. Look for a stated time and temperature (for example, 45 minutes at 1,200°F) and whether it is independently certified. Decorative jewelry boxes and many low-cost “fireproof” boxes have no meaningful rating.
- Steel and door construction. Lower gauge numbers mean thicker steel. A solid steel plate door and multiple locking bolts resist prying.
- A reliable lock. Electronic keypads give fast access; a UL-listed lock (like the Sargent & Greenleaf lock on the Hollon models) is tested for reliability and manipulation resistance.
- Organization. Lined drawers, ring and earring trays, necklace hangers and interior lighting keep pieces from scratching and tangling.
- Anchoring. A lighter safe can be carried away. Choose one with pre-drilled anchor holes and bolt it to the floor.
Where should you keep a jewelry safe at home?
The most common spots are a walk-in closet, a dressing room or a bedroom corner. Pick a location on a solid floor where the safe can be bolted down, away from the first place a burglar looks (the master bedroom nightstand and dresser), and away from damp areas. For tips on anchoring, see our guide to securing a safe in a closet. If you want the safe recessed into a wall instead, compare our in-wall safes.
Jewelry safe, home safe or safe deposit box?
- Jewelry safe: built-in organization and everyday access, with fire and burglary protection.
- Standard home safe: often more protection per dollar, but you will need separate trays or organizers. See our fire and burglary rated safes.
- Safe deposit box: secure off-site storage, but only available during bank hours, and contents are generally not insured by the bank.
Delivery and installation
Jewelry safes weigh 180 to 750 lbs. Every order includes free curbside delivery, and you can add white-glove inside delivery or installation so the safe is carried to your closet and bolted down.
Frequently asked questions
Are jewelry safes fireproof?
No safe is truly fireproof; good ones are fire resistant for a rated time and temperature. The jewelry safes above range from 30 minutes at 1,200°F to 2 hours, depending on the model.
How much does a good jewelry safe cost?
Fire- and burglary-rated jewelry safes we carry start around $1,280 (AMSEC JS2020E5) and run past $4,000 for large, eight-drawer models.
Do I need to bolt down a jewelry safe?
Yes. Smaller jewelry safes can be carried off by two people. Bolting it to the floor through the pre-drilled anchor holes is one of the most effective security steps you can take.
What size jewelry safe do I need?
Count your pieces and plan for growth. Two drawers suit a modest collection; five to eight drawers suit larger collections, watches or shared use. If you also store documents, choose a model with a shelf.
