Honeywell 1103 Black
Score: 78/100
SentrySafe CHW30220 Black
Score: 75/100Rankings
The Honeywell 1103 is a portable, medium-sized fire and waterproof chest designed to protect documents and valuables from extreme heat and water damage. It features UL-certified 30-minute fire resistance and exceptional 100-hour submersion protection. It is best suited for users needing portable, basic protection for small valuables during home storage, office use, or travel.
The SentrySafe CHW30220 is a compact, portable document safe featuring UL-classified fire protection and ETL-verified waterproofing. It offers solid steel construction and hanging file compatibility, making it ideal for organizing essential papers. However, its basic key lock and limited capacity make it unsuitable for high-security needs or bulk storage.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
30 minutesbest | 30 minutesbest | |
1,550 degrees_fahrenheitbest | 1,550 degrees_fahrenheitbest | |
414 cubic_inchesbest | 62.21 cubic_inches | |
| ↓ lower better | 6.6 inchesbest | 7.6 inches |
| ↓ lower better | 16 inchesbest | 16.5 inches |
| ↓ lower better | 12.6 inchesbest | 14.8 inches |
| ↓ lower better | 27.4 pounds | 24 poundsbest |
100 minutesbest | 72 minutes |
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Compliance & Safety(1) | ||
Certifications | UL Certified | UL, ETL |
Dimensions & Capacity(4) | ||
Interior Capacity (cubic_inches) | 414 cubic_inches | 62.21 cubic_inches |
Exterior Height (inches) | 6.6 inches | 7.6 inches |
Exterior Width (inches) | 16.0 inches | 16.5 inches |
Exterior Depth (inches) | 12.6 inches | 14.8 inches |
Environmental Protection(1) | ||
Water Resistance Duration (minutes) | 100 minutes | 72 minutes |
Build & Portability(3) | ||
Weight (pounds) | 27.4 pounds | 24 pounds |
Construction Material | ABS Plastic | Steel |
Hinge Type | Compression Latch | Standard |
Security & Locking(1) | ||
Backup Access | Keys | Override Key |
Installation & Support(1) | ||
Warranty Length (years) | Lifetime years | 1 years |
Products in the top-left offer the best value (high score, low price).
Professional reviewers and editors emphasize the product's reliability for fire and water protection, highlighting UL certification and the lifetime after-fire guarantee as key endorsements.
Direct user reviews are largely absent, but indirect feedback highlights ease of use regarding portability and the carry handle.
“Heavy and solid”
“Effective for documents/small items”
“Love hanging file compatibility and portability”
Professional reviewers and editors praise the SentrySafe FPW082KSB and CHW20221 for their verified UL fire and ETL water protection ratings, noting their effectiveness for disaster preparedness. They highlight the product's portability, solid steel construction, and versatility for storing documents or small valuables. However, experts consistently note that these models are not intended for high-security burglary protection, as the locks are basic and the units are not rated against tool attacks.
Everyday consumers generally praise the safe for its heavy, solid build and effectiveness in protecting documents and small items. Users appreciate the hanging file compatibility and the convenience of the carrying handle for emergency evacuation. Recurring complaints focus on the limited interior space for larger items and the perception that the key lock provides only basic deterrence against unauthorized access rather than robust security.
