A Hiding Spot That Actually Does Something
Most diversion safes are purely decorative — they look like something functional but don’t actually work. This one’s different. The thermometer reads real temperature. So even someone who picks it up to check what the temperature is will walk away none the wiser. It’s the kind of detail that makes a diversion safe genuinely convincing.
The hidden compartment runs along the back or inside the casing, giving you a narrow but usable interior for the kinds of small valuables that don’t need much space — a rolled bill, a key, a small piece of jewelry.
Who This Diversion Safe Is For
Anyone who wants a hiding spot on a porch, deck, or fence where valuables can be stored while they’re working outside, gardening, or spending time in the yard. It’s also useful indoors — hung on a wall in a garage, mudroom, or workshop, it looks completely natural.
People who do a lot of outdoor entertaining and want a quick-access spot for a spare key or some cash will find this one of the more practical options in the diversion safe category. It hangs like a normal thermometer and gets ignored like one, too.
Is This the Right Choice for You?
Choose the Thermometer Diversion Safe if you want:
- A hiding spot that works outdoors on a fence, deck, or porch
- A dual-function item that genuinely works as a thermometer
- A narrow but adequate interior for keys, cash, or small jewelry
- Something that hangs naturally on a wall without looking out of place
Consider something else if you need:
- More storage capacity — the interior is slim and sized for small, flat items only
- Indoor-only use without a wall mount — this one works best when hung up somewhere
How It Works
Hang it on a fence, exterior wall, porch post, or interior wall the same way you’d hang any thermometer. The front displays temperature readings like normal. The hidden compartment is accessed from the back or interior casing, keeping your stored items completely out of sight during normal use.
The dual functionality is really what sells this one. A decorative fake thermometer that obviously doesn’t work would raise questions. One that actually tells you it’s 74 degrees outside doesn’t. That authenticity is the whole point — the less reason anyone has to look twice, the better the hiding spot works.
At 0.2 lbs, it hangs flush against the wall and doesn’t draw attention by sitting awkwardly or looking heavy. Pair it with a porch decoration scheme or hang it near a garden and it’s just part of the scenery.
Quick Comparison: How Does the Thermometer Diversion Safe Stack Up?
| Feature | Thermometer Diversion Safe | Stone Diversion Safe | Spray Bottle Safe | Wall Socket Safe |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outdoor Use | Yes ✓ | Yes ✓ | Not ideal | No |
| Indoor Use | Yes ✓ | No | Yes ✓ | Yes ✓ |
| Functional Disguise | Yes — reads temperature ✓ | Appearance only | Appearance only | Appearance only |
| Mounting Style | Wall/fence hang | Ground placement ✓ | Shelf placement ✓ | Wall mount |
| Interior Size | Slim — 1 5/8″ x 7/8″ x 6″ | Very small | Small — 1¾” x 5¼” | Medium — 2 3/16″ x 2″ x 5″ ✓ |
| Best For | Porch, deck, outdoor/indoor walls | Garden, yard key storage | Utility rooms, garages | Living room, bedroom walls |
Practical Details
Interior dimensions: 1 5/8″ x 7/8″ x 6″. Weighs 0.2 lbs. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use. Mounts on a wall, fence post, or exterior surface with a standard nail or hook. No batteries required for the safe compartment. The thermometer function reads ambient temperature. Best used in a location where a thermometer would naturally belong.
A functional thermometer that doubles as a discreet hiding spot — hang it on the porch or fence and it’s just part of the decor. The fact that it actually works is exactly what makes it a convincing place to stash small valuables.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does the thermometer actually work, or is it just decorative?
It works as an actual thermometer — it reads real ambient temperature. This is what sets it apart from most diversion safes that only mimic the appearance of a functional item. Someone picking it up to check the temperature will see it doing its job and move on. That added authenticity is the main reason this design is more convincing than a purely decorative option.
How do you access the hidden compartment?
The compartment is accessed through the back of the unit or within the casing, separate from the thermometer face. It’s designed so that casual handling — picking it up, reading the temperature — doesn’t accidentally open or reveal the compartment. The access point is discreet and requires intentional action to open.
Can it really be used outdoors year-round?
It’s designed to handle normal outdoor conditions — typical weather exposure on a covered porch, fence, or exterior wall. It’s not meant to be submerged in water or left fully exposed to driving rain. A covered outdoor location like a porch or under a roof overhang is the ideal setup. In very harsh climates, bringing it inside during extreme conditions would help it last longer.
What kinds of items fit in the interior?
The 1 5/8″ x 7/8″ x 6″ interior is slim but reasonably long — think rolled or folded bills, a spare key, a thin piece of jewelry like a ring or chain, or a small USB drive. It won’t fit anything bulky. The shape is narrow and elongated, so items need to be slender to fit comfortably. For larger valuables, a different diversion safe with more interior volume would be a better match.






