Lockpicking in Starfield relies entirely on electronic tools known as Digipicks, which act as digital keys to bypass security locks on doors, safes, and item containers. Because these items are consumed upon use and can easily be wasted during complex master-level puzzles, keeping a healthy stock in your inventory is essential for seamless planetary exploration. Fortunately, several key vendors across the Settled Systems regularly sell these valuable tools if you know where to look.
The Best General Vendors in Major Cities
Your first stop when searching for lockpicking supplies should be the primary commercial hubs scattered across the galaxy. Jemison Mercantile, located just past the spaceport ramp in New Atlantis, consistently carries a small supply of Digipicks under its miscellaneous tab. Similarly, players can visit the Apex Electronics shop in the Well or the Shepherd's General Store in Akila City to purchase more tools.
If you prefer a one-stop shopping experience, the Trade Authority storefronts are exceptionally reliable options. These vendors have brick-and-mortar locations in almost every major city, including Neon, Cydonia, and New Atlantis. They generally hold more currency and diverse inventories than standard merchants, making them excellent spots to buy your essential lockpicking equipment.
How to Refresh Vendor Inventories Quickly
The most common problem players face is that merchants only carry a handful of Digipicks at any given time, usually between two and five pieces. To bypass this limitation, you can exploit the standard in-game inventory reset mechanic by waiting or sleeping nearby. Finding a local chair or a bed inside your spaceship allows you to advance time safely.
Passing twenty-four local hours triggers a complete refresh of the merchant's available stock and active credit pool. Once the time has elapsed, simply speak to the vendor again to buy their newly restocked inventory. Repeating this simple waiting cycle a few times allows you to amass dozens of picks within minutes.
Alternative Methods to Acquire Digipicks
Buying from standard storefronts is highly efficient, but actively looting the environment during faction missions is another excellent way to build your stash. Digipicks are frequently scattered on desks, near computer terminals, and inside science labs across abandoned outposts. Keeping a sharp eye out for these thin, bar-like objects while exploring will naturally increase your collection over time.
Additionally, you can pickpocket corporate guards or scientists if you have invested points into the Theft skill tree. Many human enemies also carry these digital keys on their bodies, which can be looted immediately after combat encounters. Combining active purchasing with thorough environmental exploration ensures that you will never find yourself locked out of valuable treasure chests.
