Cell phone cases vs. cell phone safe, cell phone safe and cell phone locker

Cell phone safe, cell phone safe, mobile phone locker — maximum security?

Cell phone safe, cell phone safe and mobile phone locker all refer to the same concept: A secure storage system in which smartphones are firmly enclosed. In contrast to an open cell phone garage, these systems offer a lock — often with a combination of numbers or keys.

At first glance, this seems like the safest solution. However, a closer look reveals serious disadvantages.

How does a cell phone cabinet work?

• Each student receives a numbered subject with an individual lock
• The smartphone is inserted and the compartment is closed
• At the end of the school day, the student opens their compartment with a code or key
• The lockers are in the hallway, entrance area or classroom

The 6 biggest problems with cell phone safes

1. Huge costs

A cell phone locker system for 30 students costs between 500 and 2,000 euros. For an entire school with 500 students, the costs can quickly reach five figures — plus installation, maintenance and replacement locks.

2. Location-based

Cell phone safes are permanently installed — usually in the entrance area or corridor. The system is of no use when changing rooms, sports, trips or exams at other locations.

3. Traffic jams and loss of time

When 500 students try to lock their smartphones at the same time in the morning, long lines arise. The same problem at the end of school. The logistical effort is considerable.

4. Forgotten codes and lost keys

Students forget number codes or lose keys. The result: Teachers or janitors must constantly open lockers. A real administrative burden.

5. Liability in case of theft

Even a safe deposit box is not invulnerable. If a safe is broken open or a smartphone is stolen, the question of liability immediately arises: Who pays for the damage?

6. No protection during breaks

Many schools only use cell phone safes before class. During breaks, students can pull out their smartphones — just when cyberbullying and distraction are most common.

Comparison: Handysafe vs. LOCKSTA mobile phone case

conclusion

At first glance, cell phone safes and cell phone safes look like the safest solution. In practice, however, the disadvantages outweigh: high costs, lack of flexibility, logistical effort and incomplete coverage. Lockable LOCKSTA mobile phone cases offer the same level of security — at a fraction of the cost and maximum convenience.