Electric Lock Pick Guns (EPG)

So you’re doing some research on how automatic electric lock picking guns really work and you want to figure out which the best brands and makes are.

You've come to the right please. We break down the best, top 10 pick guns available. Not just ones we recommend, but ones that locksmiths use the most.

We’ll even link you to a free How to Pick Locks eBook too with every purchase you make from the list to help you learn how to pick locks!

Whether you're looking for a beginner, entry-level pick gun, or a professional one for serious work - you're on the verge of learning an exciting skill that just keeps giving - this is from someone who has picked thousands of locks, both manually and with these amazingly effective tools.

- Chris Dangerfield

1. Best Lock Pick Guns - Multipick Kronos Electric Lock Pick Gun

This is the Locksmith's Preferred Electric Lock Pick Gun, and this version in particular is the best-selling tool and most talked about EPG ever!

I've used all of the available EPGs on the market and the Multipick KRONOS is by far the most effective. This beautiful lock picking machine is a pleasure to own and use. It eats locks for dinner. Designed, engineered and manufactured in Germany for exquisite professional performance. And absolute dream to use, a pure lock-opening machine.

The Pros:

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• The Kronos pick gun is perfect for professional use and offers:

Impressive battery power and performance

An improved motor for easy cylinder lock opening

Ergonomic design that is compact, lightweight, and easy to grip

Outstanding German build quality and durability

Adjustable needle height for the perfect amplitude on any lock and key-way

Extremely quiet operation

Long-lasting, rechargeable Li-ion battery with about 2.5 hours of continuous use

Easy charging on the go with the included USB cable

What's Inside your box:

• 1x Electric pick gun Kronos (latest version)
• 1x Li-ion battery 3.7 V / 2900 mAh
• 1x Charging cradle including charger cable for USB ports
• 5x Pick needles (thickness: 0.019 inches / 0.5 mm)
• 1x Tension tools Side length: 0.46 in + 0.65in, width: 0.08in thick: 0.03in. total length: 3.35in (11.8 mm + 16.5 mm; Width: min. 2 mm - max. 3 mm; Thickness: 0.8 mm; Total length: 85 mm)
• 1x Tension tool Side length: 0.58in, Width: 0.1in, Thick: 0.02in, Total Length:3.2in (Side length: 14.7 mm; Width: 2.5 mm; Thickness: 0.5 mm; Total length: 81.1 mm)
• 1x Allen key for changing your pick needles
• 1x How to use the Kronos Instruction manual

Technical Specifications for the Kronos Lock Pick Gun:

• Li-ion battery: 3.7 V / 2900 mAh
• Adjustable needle swing: 0.04in - 0.16in (1 to 4 mm)
• Idle speed: 13,000 rev/min
• Weight with battery: approx. 12.3oz (350g)
• Dimensions: D=1.33in / 34 mm L=8.1in / 205 mm
• Battery life: approx. 2.5 hours
• Charge time: approx. 3 hours
• Noise level: under 70 decibels
• Warranty: 2 years
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Our Expert Concise Review of the Kronos

This is pure lock opening power at your fingertips. The professional lock opener really can't afford to be without one. This is one of our most recommended items, it functions and looks amazing!

We’re here to make your experience with our products easy and efficient - our thousands of customer reviews are a testament to the longevity, quality and excellence of our team.

2. Best Lock Pick Guns - Dangerfield Machina Professional Pick Gun

The unrivalled DANGERFIELD MACHINA - a revolution in Electric Lock Pick Guns (EPGs) made by Chris Dangerfield himself for picking locks faster, with more reliability, durability, and efficiency; more POWER!

•  Opens Real Locks - Beats all other EPGs on the market in opening more locks. We've tested this on numerous real-life normal locks, spool-pinned locks, serrated-pinned locks and locks with other security features. It's not going to open them all, but it opens more. We haven't just made another Electric Pick Gun, we've made an improved machine that provides .
•  Runs For Hours - You want a tool that's reliable and powerful but doesn't die out when you need it most. The MACHINA does it all - and comes with a USB 'C' charge cable and an intelligent real-time percentage fast-charger dock for your battery.
•  No Compromise - We've tested and sold thousands of EPGs over the nearly 20 years we've been trading online. We know where they fail, what continually breaks, and what customers rightfully expect All of that information went into the design process of The MACHINA.
•  Slick Design - Sometimes you just want a tool to stand out among the rest. The design brief for the style was simple: Reflect the NO COMPROMISE of the insides on the outside. It looks extraordinary because it is extraordinary.

Pros of the Machina Pick Gun:

The Machina's performance is unmatched. We spent the time and effort to make something that offers more. With years of meticulous testing, prototyping, and a team of technicians with decades of lock picking experience between them, its durability, reliability, and performance are exceptional.

The slick, modern design reflects the new standard that's been set by this tool. We've picked spool-pinned locks, serrated pinned locks, and a host of other security features that stopped other electric lock picks in their tracks.

The LED Intelligent Battery Charger takes the guesswork out of your batteries, providing you with voltage, charging current, and charge percentage in real-time. You know when it needs charging. You KNOW when it's ready to go!

The picking needles and tensioners are all made from 301 high-yield stainless steel to prevent metal fatigue, corrosion, and other failures associated with cutting corners.

Like the springs in our needle variance screw, like our battery terminals, like EVERYTHING to do with this exquisitely presented tool, there is no compromise on quality, design, or manufacture.

Contents of your box:

1x Long-lasting, rechargeable Li-ion battery
1x Intelligent Fast Charger with Digital Display
1x USB to USB-C cable
5x Dangerfield Lock Picking Needles for the EPG
2x Tension Tools to provide rotation to the lock
1x Hex key to replace lock picking needles
1x Instruction booklet in English, Spanish, German, French

3. Best Lock Pick Guns - Southord Compact Pick Gun

SouthOrd have been refining their Electric Pick Gun for over 25 years, meaning the EC500C is the pinnacle of expertise in electronic non-destructive entry.

Sleek, elegant, smooth, compact, and devastatingly effective. The SouthOrd pick gun combines classic kinetic know-how with high-end technical ability.

The Southord pick gun puts advanced lock picking knowledge and expertise in the palm of your hand. Imagine having decades of lock picking understanding and professional level skill at the press of a button; that's what you're getting.

It's not unusual to pick locks in seconds with this magical unit. Bridging the gap between man and lock, this investment in ability means your lock opening skills rise instantly to the top.

This compact design runs on 2 rechargeable batteries and runs at an astonishing 3V. The long-life motor uses state of the art power conversion technology to provide optimum performance. The perfect combination of action and design.

Contents of your box:

• 4 Advanced hardened lock picking needles
• 4 tension tools that compliment the picking action
• A hex wrench to tighten replacement needles
• A fine leather case to protect your investment

  *Batteries not included

4. Best Lock Pick Guns - Lokko Klom Lock Pick Gun

The Klom Electric Lock Pick Gun works miracles. This affordable electric lock pick gun opens locks with ease, and it's quick too. Plug the pick gun in, attach one of the needle picks, insert it in the lock, press the trigger, it whirrs and jiggles the mechanism and you're done. Consider your lock picked. Simple.

We offer a full selection of needle picks with the pick gun, sufficient for most jobs you will encounter, but generally we would advise you to get a set of replacement needles too - just in case.

The moment your pick gun arrives, you will be able to open the majority of cylinder locks on the planet.

Contents of your box:

• Picking chuck
• Drill chuck
• Selection of Picking Needles
• Tough case
• Charger
• Tension wrench
• Allen Key

To help you along, we also provide two easy-to-understand guides that includes the Klom Electric Lock Pick Gun User Guide, and a blog post we've written to help you use it.

NOTE: Spare needles are available and spares are definitely recommended for beginners.

5. Best Lock Pick Guns - Kronos Complete Locksmith Set

The Complete Kronos Lock Pick Gun & all Locksmith Tools     The Truly Complete KRONOS Lock Pick Gun Boxed Set with everything you need to tackle locks and much more besides! The success of this precision German made Electric Pick Gun is recognised worldwide. People are talking about this tool like no other. It really is a pure lock opening machine. We are now proud to offer this extraordinary machine complete with the full, correct selection of auxiliary tools to ensure maximum value for money combined with maximum effectiveness for opening a greater range of locks. All supplied in a tough and durable click-shut case, the Kronos Complete offers unrivaled organisation and protection for the best tools required to open locks hassle free all day, every day  

Contents of your box:

• Multipick Original 'Flip-it' Plug Spinner
• TNT Circular Tension tool (the BEST for EPG picking)
• Spare needles in 0.02in (0.5mm) and 0.025in (0.6mm) for tougher locks
• Additional box for other tools and items
• Charger for the kronos removable battery
• Tough and Durable internal padded box

The perfect addition to anyone serious about non destructive entry. Ideal for Locksmiths, Wardens, Police, Emergency personnel, Auto specialists and many, many more! All of our tools come with a 30 day returns policy - if you're not happy, let us know. Read our hundreds of reviews from happy customers too.

Fast Delivery, Free Shipping & eBook - a how-to guide with every order, AND easy returns if you aren't satisfied with your product!

All the tools you will need for a professionally done job

Educate yourself on how locks work, pop open professional locks faster for your job.

You'll see how locks can be picked faster and more efficiently

6. Best Lock Pick Guns - Dino Lock Pick Gun

A Tough, Durable, Amazingly Effective, Lock Opening Machine.

Of all the lock picking tools in this price range, the Dino opens the most locks in the least time and provides an ergonomic profile which most resembles drill guns. The Dino Li ion packs a real punch, providing easy opening of locks. This unit is one of the most durable, ergonomic EPGs on the market, making it a comfortable, effective machine you can rely on.

Contents of your box:

• 8 different needle type pick tips

• 2 tips for dimple type locks.

• 2 tension wrenches,

• 1 broken key extractor,

• 1 high quality carrying case

• 100V - 240V A/C power adapter

The adapter plug is setup for North American plugs, but with a simple adapter the same charger can be used in other areas of the world regardless of the voltage used in that country. The pick-gun comes with a 90 day warranty. Other features includes, an LED light, adjustable range of motion, logical pick protecting technologies, and several other innovative features.

WARNING: there are many fake versions of this EPG on the market.

This is the real Dino Li ion EPG - Guaranteed.

Amazing Practice Locks to speed up learning

• A clear, see-through practice padlock with visible mechanism + keys
• A clear, see-through double-sided practice lock with visible mechanism + keys: get double the practice easily.
• A unique crystal-clear practice lock with keys, again ideal for training with your picks. This lock is a joy to hold and we have customers buying it just for decorative purposes. It's just that well crafted.

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