Vault Prices and sizes

Vortex Secure Holdings operates as a premium, client-focused safe-deposit and secure storage provider in London. Designed for private clients, family offices and institutions that demand the highest levels of physical protection and discrete service, Vortex combines bank-grade infrastructure with flexible pricing and an intuitive range of vault sizes. The following description focusses specifically on the vault sizes offered, their practical uses and the pricing structure, set out clearly so prospective clients can match needs to cost and security level.

Vault sizes — a practical catalogue

Vortex divides its inventory into five standard size bands plus bespoke options for high-value or voluminous holdings. Each band is engineered for a different class of goods and access profile, and every unit benefits from the centre’s core security systems (underground hardened vault, multi-factor access, 24/7 monitoring, and segregated client compartments).
• XS (Personal valuables)
Dimensions: 100 mm × 150 mm × 300 mm (approx.)
Volume: ~4.5 litres
Recommended for: jewellery, small heirlooms, single-item watches, important documents folded or in a small envelope.
Access profile: Frequent short visits possible; ideal for clients who need quick daily/weekly access.
• S (Compact portfolio)
Dimensions: 200 mm × 150 mm × 400 mm (approx.)
Volume: ~12 litres
Recommended for: multiple watches, small jewellery boxes, passports and a small archive of documents or mini-hard drives.
Access profile: Balanced for regular but not daily access.
• M (Household safe)
Dimensions: 300 mm × 300 mm × 500 mm (approx.)
Volume: ~45 litres
Recommended for: document bundles (wills, titles), coin collections, small hard drives, compact art pieces and moderate jewellery inventories.
Access profile: Popular choice for families and small private collections.
• L (Commercial/family archive)
Dimensions: 450 mm × 350 mm × 600 mm (approx.)
Volume: ~95 litres
Recommended for: archive boxes, larger antiques, consolidated personal collections, or corporate records.
Access profile: Designed for clients with occasional to periodic retrieval needs.
• XL (Crate / bespoke storage)
Dimensions: 700 mm × 500 mm × 800 mm (approx.)
Volume: ~280 litres
Recommended for: boutique art pieces, multiple archive crates, ingots, or specialised equipment.
Access profile: Suited to clients requiring large, long-term storage.
• Bespoke & Vault Suites
For clients with exceptional requirements, Vortex offers fully custom vault suites — discrete rooms or partitioned vault space with bespoke environmental controls, client-specific alarm integration and concierge logistics. Dimensions, access modalities and contracts are individually tailored.

Note: the dimensions above are indicative and intended to assist decision making. Exact internal dimensions vary by unit model; clients should request specific unit drawings for high-precision planning.

Pricing structure — clarity and flexibility

Vortex’s pricing is intentionally transparent and tiered to allow straightforward budgeting. Prices below are presented as illustrative annual fees (GBP) for standard contracts; Vortex also offers monthly billing and multi-year discounts.
• XS: £180 – £240 / year
• S: £300 – £420 / year
• M: £540 – £780 / year
• L: £1,020 – £1,560 / year
• XL: £2,400 – £3,600 / year
• Bespoke Suites: Quoted individually (typical range £6,000+/year depending on size and services)

What the price includes

Each standard fee covers: secure physical space, 24/7 CCTV and intrusion detection, biometric/dual-control access, routine environmental monitoring (temperature/humidity), client access insurance advisory (clients arrange their own insurance; Vortex provides valuations and verified receipts), secure packaging materials for in-facility transfers, and discreet client check-in.

Optional add-ons (priced separately)
• Enhanced climate control (archive grade): for sensitive documents, textiles or fine art — priced from £240/year.
• On-demand courier pickup/delivery (inside UK): per request, priced by weight and distance.
• Inventory digitisation & secure cloud indexing: asset photography, serialisation and encrypted indexing from £120 per vault per annum + per-item fees.
• Extended insurance facilitation: Vortex works with Lloyd’s-market underwriters for tailored cover — broker fees apply.
• After-hours private appointments / extended supervision: premium hourly rate.

Discounts & contract terms
• Multi-year discounts: 5–12% depending on term length (2–5 years).
• Volume discounts: For clients taking multiple units, Vortex applies graduated discounts to encourage consolidation.
• Corporate / Trust accounts: custom terms and invoicing available for institutional clients.

Value proposition — beyond the raw numbers

Vortex positions pricing relative to three core value drivers:
1. Security premium: The installation is engineered to exceed conventional safe-deposit thresholds — hardened underground construction, active vault compartmentalisation and a policy of no single point of failure in access control. The price reflects an investment in physical resilience and operational redundancy.
2. Service design: Fees support a white-glove client experience — discrete check-in, curated appointment slots, and client liaisons trained in high-value logistics and privacy. For many clients, the intangible value of discretion, convenience and trust is the deciding factor.
3. Scalability & transparency: The tiered model makes it easy to scale up as holdings grow. The transparent add-on pricing removes hidden costs; bespoke quoting for large or unusual holdings ensures cost predictability.

Typical client use cases and selection guidance
• Private collector (jewellery/watch enthusiast): XS/S for rotation, M for consolidated seasonal storage.
• Family office / executor: M/L units for wills, deeds and family records, with optional inventorying.
• Small business / law firm: L units or bespoke suites for client archives and evidentiary materials.
• Art consignor or bullion owner: XL or bespoke suite with enhanced climate control and insured transit.

Closing — next steps

Prospective clients should select an approximate size band based on the items’ physical dimensions and access frequency. Vortex encourages an on-site consultation and measurement verification before final allocation; this prevents mis-sizing and optimises cost-to-value. For bespoke requirements, Vortex provides a written suitability assessment and a formal quote that itemises vault layout, service level and any special environmental or insurance provisions.