First Alert 2037F
Score: 68/100
SentrySafe FHW40100
Score: 65/100Rankings
The First Alert 2037F is a compact, steel file chest designed for home or office use, offering 0.62 cubic feet of storage capacity with UL-rated fire and waterproof protection. It features a keyed lock and clamping-style latch, making it suitable for organized document storage. It is ideal for individuals needing portable protection for hanging file folders and digital media in space-limited environments.
The SentrySafe 1170 is a compact, portable fireproof file cabinet designed to protect paper documents from fire damage for up to 30 minutes. It features a keyed privacy lock and interior space sized for standard hanging file folders, making it ideal for organized storage. However, it lacks water resistance and high-security features, limiting its use to dry environments and non-valuable items.
| Attribute | First Alert 2037F | |
|---|---|---|
30 minutesbest | 30 minutesbest | |
1,550 degrees_fahrenheitbest | 1,550 degrees_fahrenheitbest | |
1,070 cubic_inches | 1,137.6 cubic_inchesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 13.6 inchesbest | 14.1 inches |
| ↓ lower better | 13.3 inchesbest | 16.6 inches |
| ↓ lower better | 16.4 inches | 13.8 inchesbest |
| ↓ lower better | 35.72 poundsbest | 41 pounds |
60 minutesbest | — |
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| Attribute | First Alert 2037F | |
|---|---|---|
Dimensions & Capacity(4) | ||
Interior Capacity (cubic_inches) | 1070 cubic_inches | 1137.6 cubic_inches |
Exterior Height (inches) | 13.60 inches | 14.1 inches |
Exterior Width (inches) | 13.30 inches | 16.6 inches |
Exterior Depth (inches) | 16.40 inches | 13.8 inches |
Build & Portability(3) | ||
Weight (pounds) | 35.72 pounds | 41 pounds |
Construction Material | Steel | Steel with Fire Insulation |
Hinge Type | Clamping Latch | Standard |
Security & Locking(1) | ||
Backup Access | Keys | Key |
Installation & Support(1) | ||
Warranty Length (years) | years | 1 years |
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Professional reviewers highlight the SentrySafe 1170's solid fire endurance and UL certification, but emphasize its basic security and lack of waterproofing, positioning it as an ideal solution for organized file storage rather than a high-security vault.
Everyday consumers praise the ease of carrying and file organization, but complain about the key lock feeling cheap and the lack of water resistance leading to ruined papers in floods.
Choose the 1170 for fire-only protection in dry areas, or the FHW40100 for comprehensive fire and flood protection.
