SentrySafe H0100
Score: 68/100
SentrySafe FHW40100
Score: 65/100Rankings
The SentrySafe H0100 is a compact, portable black chest designed for basic fire and water protection of valuables like documents and digital media. It features UL classification for 1/2 hour fire resistance and ETL verification for 72 hours of flood damage protection. It is best suited for users needing a lightweight, budget-friendly solution for minimal valuables.
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 | | |
|---|---|---|
30 minutesbest | 30 minutesbest | |
1,550 degrees_fahrenheitbest | 1,550 degrees_fahrenheitbest | |
29.38 cubic_inches | 1,137.6 cubic_inchesbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 6.1 inchesbest | 14.1 inches |
| ↓ lower better | 14.3 inchesbest | 16.6 inches |
| ↓ lower better | 13 inchesbest | 13.8 inches |
| ↓ lower better | 17 poundsbest | 41 pounds |
72 minutesbest | — |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Compliance & Safety(1) | ||
Certifications | UL, ETL | UL Classified |
Dimensions & Capacity(4) | ||
Interior Capacity (cubic_inches) | 29.38 cubic_inches | 1137.6 cubic_inches |
Exterior Height (inches) | 6.1 inches | 14.1 inches |
Exterior Width (inches) | 14.3 inches | 16.6 inches |
Exterior Depth (inches) | 13.0 inches | 13.8 inches |
Build & Portability(2) | ||
Weight (pounds) | 17.0 pounds | 41 pounds |
Construction Material | Concrete | Steel with Fire Insulation |
Security & Locking(1) | ||
Backup Access | None | Key |
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Official SentrySafe specs and retail editors emphasize the H0100's simplicity and proven UL fire and ETL water ratings, positioning it as an ideal solution for basic home use. However, professionals consistently note that the keyed lock is not intended for tool attacks and that the compact size involves trade-offs in storage capacity compared to larger stationary models.
Everyday users commonly praise the safe for effectively protecting passports, cash, and USB drives during emergencies, with some reporting it survived a house fire intact. Recurring complaints focus on the unreliability of the key lock, with users noting keys sticking or being hard to turn, as well as the limited capacity for larger items and the thin build quality that dents easily.
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.
“Survived house fire intact”
“Keys stuck, hard to turn”
“Too small for binders”
Choose the 1170 for fire-only protection in dry areas, or the FHW40100 for comprehensive fire and flood protection.
