Our managing directors Markus Schacht and Stephan Untiedt were recently guests on Mustafa Nemat Ali's podcast. Mustafa Nemat Ali is an expert in securing furnished flats and holiday homes. This exciting episode focused on the advantages and technical details of smart key safes, in particular the high-quality models from masunt, which offer a modern solution for handing over keys in holiday rentals.
You can find the complete podcast here:
Podcast by Mustafa Nemat Ali with masunt
Why digital key safes are the future of holiday rentals
Traditionally, keys in holiday rentals are handed over by a person on site. However, this can lead to challenges, especially when guests arrive late or landlords manage multiple properties. Smart key safes from masunt offer a flexible alternative that saves time and increases convenience:
- Independence from arrival times: Guests can check in independently without having to coordinate with the host.
- Efficient management: Digital codes enable automated allocation of access data.
- Increased security: Modern safes such as the masunt 1120 E Code offer protection against break-ins and can be integrated into insurance concepts.
How do the masunt key safes work?
The idea is simple: the landlord generates a time-limited access code for each booking, which the guest receives by e-mail or message. On the day of arrival, the guest enters the code into the safe, removes the key and can move straight into their flat or holiday home.
There are two main types of safes at masunt:
- Decentralised, battery-operated key safes: Models such as the masunt 1120 E Code are mounted directly on the holiday accommodation and function independently. They are particularly suitable for smaller landlords or individual holiday flats.
- Central compartment safes: These are ideal for agencies or landlords with several properties. Guests collect their keys from a central location before travelling to their accommodation. One example is the masunt 3122 compartment safe, which offers several compartments for key storage.
Technical features and connection to booking systems
The masunt key safes can be integrated into existing property management systems (PMS). This allows access codes to be generated automatically and sent by e-mail or mobile text message. In addition, some models offer functions such as:
- Automatic code generation: Codes are only valid for a set period of time and then expire automatically.
- Connection to booking systems: Systems such as Smoobu or vOffice can be linked to the safes to enable seamless management.
Security aspects and insurance cover
Security is an important aspect of digital key safes. The safes from masunt are made of robust stainless steel and offer a high level of protection against break-in attempts. If a break-in does occur, insurance cover is crucial. Important: Insurance cover only exists if there are demonstrable signs of burglary. Guests and landlords should therefore ensure that the police are called immediately in the event of damage in order to document the evidence.
Costs and investment in masunt key safes
The prices for masunt key safes vary depending on the model and features. Basically, you can expect the following costs:
- Individual safes (e.g. masunt 1120 E Code): From approx. € 270 net per compartment.
- Larger compartment safes (e.g. masunt 3122): Price depending on size and features.
- Software costs: mostly free of charge, via small code credit packages for €18 or software licences for compartment safes from €99 net.
However, the investment quickly pays for itself thanks to the time saved and the increased convenience for guests.
Conclusion: A sensible solution for professional hosts
Digital key safes from masunt offer a win-win situation for hosts and guests. They increase flexibility, reduce labour costs and offer a secure, convenient solution for handing over keys. Especially in times of increasing professionalism in holiday rentals, such systems can help to make operations more efficient and customer-friendly.
Have you already had experience with masunt key safes or do you have any questions on this topic? Please leave a comment or contact us directly!