SentrySafe CHW30300
Score: 82/100
SentrySafe FPW082HTC
Score: 85/100Rankings
The SentrySafe FPW082HTC is a large, steel-cased fireproof and waterproof safe designed for home or office use, featuring a digital keypad for programmable access. It offers UL-classified protection against fire up to 1700°F for one hour and ETL-verified resistance to water submersion. It is ideal for emergency preparedness in fire or flood-prone areas and daily valuables storage requiring quick digital access.
The SentrySafe CHW30300 is a compact, fireproof and waterproof lock box featuring a digital keypad and adjustable tray for organized storage. It offers UL-classified fire protection and ETL-verified water resistance, making it ideal for documents and small electronics. However, its resin construction and limited capacity make it less suitable for high-security or bulk storage needs.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
30 minutes | 60 minutesbest | |
1,550 degrees_fahrenheit | 1,700 degrees_fahrenheitbest | |
62.21 cubic_inches | 1,400.64 cubic_inchesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 7.6 inchesbest | 13.7 inches |
| ↓ lower better | 16.5 inches | 16.4 inchesbest |
| ↓ lower better | 14.8 inchesbest | 18.8 inches |
| ↓ lower better | 24 poundsbest | 55 pounds |
72 minutesbest | 24 minutes |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Fire Protection(2) | ||
Fire Rating Duration (minutes) | 30 minutes | 60 minutes |
Fire Rating Temperature (degrees_fahrenheit) | 1550 degrees_fahrenheit | 1700 degrees_fahrenheit |
Compliance & Safety(1) | ||
Certifications | UL, ETL | UL Classified, ETL Verified |
Dimensions & Capacity(4) | ||
Interior Capacity (cubic_inches) | 62.21 cubic_inches | 1400.64 cubic_inches |
Exterior Height (inches) | 7.6 inches | 13.7 inches |
Exterior Width (inches) | 16.5 inches | 16.4 inches |
Exterior Depth (inches) | 14.8 inches | 18.8 inches |
Environmental Protection(1) | ||
Water Resistance Duration (minutes) | 72 minutes | 24 minutes |
Build & Portability(2) | ||
Weight (pounds) | 24.0 pounds | 55 pounds |
Construction Material | Concrete | Steel |
Security & Locking(1) | ||
Backup Access | Override Key | Key |
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Professional reviewers highlight the SentrySafe FPW082FS as a reliable choice for everyday protection, emphasizing its UL and ETL certifications as top-tier for its size. Editors note that the digital keypad and override key provide quick access, making it ideal for documents and keepsakes, while the adjustable tray aids in organization. The product is praised for its stability and built-in light, though its resin construction is noted as less robust than steel alternatives.
Everyday users commonly praise the ease of use, citing the backlit keypad and long battery life as reliable features for home and office setups. Recurring themes include satisfaction with the fire and water protection ratings and the compact size fitting well on shelves. However, complaints frequently focus on the heavy weight making it hard to move, occasional keypad glitches, and limited space for larger items.
Choose the FPW082FS for versatile storage with an adjustable tray, or the CHW30300 for minimal footprint shelf storage of small essentials.
Professional reviewers and editors praise the SentrySafe SFW123GDC (model FPW082HTC) for its top-of-the-line protection, highlighting its UL fire classification and ETL water resistance as key strengths. They note that the digital keypad offers convenient access and that the interior organizers make it suitable for seamless integration into home or office environments.
Everyday consumers generally praise the safe for its reliable fire and water endurance and the convenience of its organized interior with shelves and pockets. However, recurring complaints focus on digital keypad glitches, battery dependency issues, and the significant weight of the unit which complicates placement and movement.
