★Locking Mailbox 2018 Reviews

Gibraltar Mailboxes Stanley ST200B00 Post Mount Mailbox 

Let’s come to know detail about the Gibraltar Mailboxes Stanley- the second best selection of list. We need to say at first that some of you might disagree with this selection. For your kind information, we have an understanding and reason behind the selection.

Why Has It Been Our Second Best Choice?

What was the understanding? Why have we taken it as our second best selection? You will get a clear insight soon after complete the following analysis.

Mail Boss 7106 Epoch Curbside Locking Mailbox 

Let’s come to the 3rd best selection of our best secure mailboxes list. The Epoch 7106 MailBoss Curbside Locking Mailbox is one of the latest anti-theft box equipped with advanced technology. It has good numbers of user-friendly feature that has made it a wide popular user-choice.

Why Has It Been Our Third Best Choice?

We have said it earlier that the Epoch Mail Boss 7106 could have been the second best choice if that’s a less expensive product! Even, if its price were similar or a bit higher to the second best selection, then we could enlist it as the second best option instead of the current 3rd position. But, there is no reason for what it can miss to capture the 3rd place.

Structural Beauty: Strength and Durability

The final saying is pretty simple. It’s a worthy product. You can rely on this mailbox as the safest one available. It has every quality to be considered as the top choice except little bit high pricing.

The electro-galvanized 12 and 14 gauge steel is stronger than the 14 and 16 gauge steel. That means it’s firmer than the top listed Mail Boss 7506. In our list, another mailbox is made of 12 and 14 gauge steel named the Mail Boss 7206 Package Master.

The steel withstands the weather, impact, and vandalism.

If you depend on the 14 and 16 gauge previous mailboxes, then you should not think for the second time to depend on this unit if material sturdiness is the most priority. The steel is quite durable that ensures the endurance and long-lasting protection of the mailbox. The powder-coated finish looks shiny and protects the main unit from wet and water-related corrosion.

The Epoch Mail Boss 7106 is a USPS approved locking mailbox.

 Can you remember what we said about the Mail Manager? It was- “It’s break-free! A thief or trespasser cannot break it down even by hitting with a sledgehammer.

You will hardly see any dent in the 7506’s body.” Be sure that this one is stronger and more reliable than that box. Although it’s a bit higher in cost, it’s tougher as well.

Adequate Space and Locking Safety

The beautiful box comes in 21” x 11.2” x 13.8” dimensions. It ensures adequate space for accommodating the mails up to four weeks. It might vary depending on the amount of mailing continuity and load.

You can put mail bundles up to 1.9-inch height and it includes a concealed outgoing mail tray.

It accepts the mail or mail bundles or other small packages (including 1.9-inch wide size magazines) and prevents the fishing as well. The mail carrier just puts the mail into the incoming door while delivering, and no keys are necessary.

The incoming part of the door has adequate space for putting a small package. But, the opening is tough to deal unless you have the key.

It’s too small that you even can’t enter your finger in it for pulling back the envelope or other documents! Any type of forceful entry is prevented with the patented locking mechanism “anti-pry latch”. In addition, it features a chrome-alloy tempered steel hook cam that ensures added safety.

The unit is equipped with commercial grade high-security 12-disc wafer lock mechanism with three laser-cut keys. 

This another reason why it’s called one of the safest mailboxes available out there on the market. It’s impossible to break the commercial grade lock even with a crowbar. You must have to use the keys.

But, it doesn’t mean you will keep it without enough care! We highly suggest you taking care of the unit always and keep in a secure place close to your eyes.

Installation

Epoch 7106 comes with the Fast Trak Mounting technology.

It’s patented mechanism invented by the manufacturer “Mail Boss”. With the revolutionary mounting system, you can install the unit within few minutes. It’s one of the best post mounted mailboxes. Everything is included required for the installation- drill bit, reflective house numbers, 3 keys, and mounting hardware. Follow the instruction and mount it without any hassle.

Anti-Identity Theft Specialty

Undeniably, the Mail Boss Curbside Locking Mailbox is going to be the best safeguard for you against the mail or identity theft.

 It’s more than strong and secured. Already you have got an idea about the strength.

 The USPS approved it because of its quality to prevent identity theft issue. As said earlier, it’s too small that you even can’t enter your finger in it for pulling back the envelope or other documents!

Any type of forceful entry is prevented with the patented locking mechanism. So, it makes it impossible for the thieves to steal your sensitive personal information.

Lifetime Limited Warranty

The Epoch design is a symbol of quality craftsmanship. So, it comes with a limited lifetime warranty. To avail the warranty, you have to provide the proof of purchase. The warranty covers any kind of manufacturing flaw and moving parts failure under normal use.

They will either repair or replace as the case may be. Remember, you won’t get the warranty coverage for deliberate and/or accidental damage. It won’t also cover the damage done by misuse, rust, finishes, or improper installation.

You can contact at 1 (800)-589-7990 (9-5 PST) and inform your issues. They consider the complaints case by case and their customer support is excellent.

User Impression and Outlook

Actually, the first 3 mailboxes are pretty close to each other concerning the user certification.

All of them are literally well-appreciated by most of the users. As you have informed about the first two, let’s come to know about the 3rd one. The Epoch has received huge numbers of positive user feedback. Our analysis result shows that it has successfully received 4.5/4.6 points out of 5.

 The rest of the 0.4/0.5 points does not necessarily tell about pure negativity.

Few users, who have said negative about the product, told about their experience on minor faults of the unit. Undoubtedly, it’s been a widely popular user choice. The mailbox looks attractive.

 They are available in 4 different colors. You can buy your one from the Black, White, Bronze, and Granite colors according to your test and house outlook.

Negatives of the Mail Boss 7106 Epoch

Already said that there is no serious complaint against the unit yet.

You might dislike the heavyweight feature of the box (40 pounds). However, it won’t create any problem for the users. Another thing is that the outgoing slot is a bit wider, which could have been a bit wider for better use. There might be a very few additional complaint, which we don’t think mentionable.

Mail Boss 7108 Curbside Security Locking Mailbox

So, what’s the difference between them? And, why has it been placed in number 4?

The answer is pretty simple. The 7108 has a different color than the 7106. It comes in Bronze color, where the 7106 is of black color.

 Except the color, there no difference between them. For your kind information, there are two other numbers of the Epoch design mailbox- the Mail Boss 7105 (Granite color) and the Mail Boss 7107 (White color).

As the black are sold mostly, so we considered the 7106 topper than this one. Hope, everything is clear to you.

Key Benefits

1. Strong and Durable;
2. Powder-coated finish;
3. Easy installation;
4. Enough mail storage space;
5. Anti-identity theft specialty;
6. Lifetime limited warranty;
7. Very positive user Impression;
8. Stylish outlook;

Mentionable Negatives

• A bit heavyweight;
• Door broken reported by one or two users;
• Bad outgoing mail design reported;

Architectural 6200B-10 Oasis Mailbox

The Architectural Mailboxes is another amazing residential mailbox manufacturer. The elegant boxes coming from this brand have been widely accepted all around the USA and rest of the world.

The Architectural 6200B-10 Oasis Mailbox is a quality locking mailbox for residential use. It’s a perfect option for the areas where the weather is mostly rough.

The Architectural Mailboxes Oasis Jr. is a real deal for accommodating the smaller to large packages. Being a best quality post mount mailbox, it’s the safest place for your smaller package mails.

 It ensures none of your mails get missed out of the door. The delivery & access doors are rubber-sealed and USPS approved. They are secured by a reliable cam lock.

The body is made of 16 and 18 gauge galvanized steel that provides your mails full security from the not-so-discrete thieves. In addition, the steel body is powder-coated, which stands up to anything like wet weather or rust. The anti-corrosive materials are very efficient in their activities.

There are stainless steel hinges for ease of use.

The hinges and rivets make the unit more efficient to receive the parcels measuring up to 10 x 4 x 3 inches or 10 x 8 x 2 inches. You will get it in 3 different colors- Black, Sand, and Graphite Bronze.

The Oasis 6200B-10 requires being rightly placed in their post with their distinct mounting plate. The box is spacious overall and can accommodate the mails up to 4 weeks subject to load. It can accept the large size mail packages.

Like the previous 4 locking mail boxes, it has huge numbers of user appreciation reports too. We have been bound to declare it as one of the most accepted mailboxes available on the market.

Key Benefits

1. Vandalism preventive strong and durable structure;
2. Anti-corrosive as well as weather resistant;
3. United States Postmaster General Approved;
4. Distinctive color choices;
5. Rain or wet insertion protective rubber seals protect the mail;
6. Roomy interior compartment;
7. Accommodate small to large size mails/packages;
8. Best post mounted residential mailbox;
9. Lifetime Structural Warranty;

Mentionable Negatives

• Security is good but not that much guaranteed like the Mail Boss. It can be opened if someone uses a crowbar;
• Mail delivering (incoming) slot is a bit wider;
• Leakage reported by few users. There, the mails got damp and wet. Although, a user can get warranty coverage in this case;

Gibraltar Mailboxes Designer Locking Medium Capacity

Already you have seen a Gibraltar Mailbox in the second top position of this list. The Gibraltar Mailboxes produces various types of residential mailboxes. The Gibraltar Mailboxes Designer Locking Medium Capacity is one of the best wall mounted mailboxes available out there. It’s designed to meet the high standards as much as a top-notch wall mount mailbox does have.

The Gibraltar Designer comes with numerous features guaranteeing wall mounted mail accommodation, secured mail preservation, and long lasting service.

It comes in 4.8 x 10.3 x 13.5 inches dimensions and 3.6 pounds weight. That means the box piece is small and easy mounting.

The body is made of galvanized steel with powder coating finish.

DVKPBZ00’s elegant Bronze w/Satin Nickel finish stands against the corrosion, rust, and water. The designer has 4 other colors and designs- DVK00000 (Black), DVKGB000 (Black w/Brass), DMVKGV04 (Bronze w/Brass), and DVKW0000 (White).

It features two cam lock keys that allow the carriers to deliver the mail into the locked compartment.

Only you can access later by using the key. There are two layers in this mailbox – one is outside the box that protects the mail from rain and wet, and the second one is inside which you can unlock only by using the key.

Amazingly, the wall mount locking mailbox costs very low!

Depending on the color and powder-coating, the cost varies from very low to low, which is possibly the best feature of the Gibraltar Designer. It comes with a limited 90 days manufacturing fault warranty.

Most of the users have clearly said about their satisfaction of using this box. Overall, it’s one of the most cost effective yet best secure mailboxes. So, we didn’t for the second time to give the 6th place of our list. 

Key Benefits

1. Strong and durable electro-galvanized steel structure;
2. One of the most cost-effective boxes available in the market;
3. Rust, wet, corrosion, and vandalism free;
4. All USA manufacturing;
5. Very lightweight yet spacious;
6. Two protective coverings/layers;
7. Best wall mount mailbox;

Mentionable Negatives

1. Too small mail slot, not fit for big envelopes;
2. Bronze finish could have been better;
3. Complaints against key flaws;
4. Strength and durability have been questioned;

Step 2 MailMaster Mailbox

The Step 2 Mailmaster Storemore Mailbox comes with 28"H x 6.25"W x 13.25"D dimensions.

Seeing the dimensions, you can understand that Step 2 is a large storage receptacle for mails. The metal switch style plastic material unit is great for storing small mail to large mail packages.

 There are more than one compartments inside the mailbox. And, you will get front as well as rear access to the interior compartments. For security, there are hidden access removable trap door with safe locking mechanism. You can open the downward for easier access.

This MailMaster Mailbox comes with address numbers, two keys, and mounting hardware. The unit looks like a real stone made mailbox, which is unique. It will make the passing of people stand and stare at it!

This is a good mail storage system for them who travel frequently. It’s shipped under Certified Frustration-Free Packaging facility. You can mount it simply to the 4 x 4 post, which you have to buy separately.

Key Benefits

1. Plenty of storage space;
2. Safe mail retrieval;
3. Not difficult to assemble if you are careful;
4. Hidden access trap door;
5. A perfect for locked mail;
6. Stunning outlook;
7. Can be used in both- rural and urban areas;

Mentionable Negatives

• Not a high-security mailbox;
• It’s reported that the lock-hole doesn’t accept the lock sometimes;
• We never welcome the plastic mailbox construction due to security issue;

Mail Boss 7206 Package Master

New things that should be mentioned about this unit are that this is a very big size mailbox with 53 pounds weight.

It can accommodate a huge amount of mails and other packages. We could put it at 4th, 5th, 6th, or 7th place, but failed because of two key things. It has the full quality to be placed any of the said positions but these two.

 One is the price; the price of 7206 is higher than those. And, another thing is user impression; this one is one step down concerning the user satisfaction report with 4.2 points out of 5. So, it’s come to the 7th position in our list.

Key Benefits

1. Strong & durable structure;
2. Powder-coated finish;
3. Easy to install;
4. Enough mail storage space;
5. Anti-identity theft specialty;
6. Very positive user Impression;
7. Stylish outlook;
8. Lifetime limited warranty;

Mentionable Negatives

• It has been mentioned by few users that it has sub-optimal design and function;
• Mail delivery into outgoing slot reported (according to few user experience);
• Some users faced lock related problem;

Architectural Mailboxes Black Oasis Mailbox

The Architectural Mailboxes Black Oasis Mailbox is another US Postmaster General approved small parcel fit unit comes with a patented design. For internet and catalogue shoppers, this is a good option.

Body construction is highly strong with the use of 14 and 16 gauge galvanized steel. In addition, the full powder-coating finish makes the box stronger and more durable. To keep the delivered mail clean and dry, doors have been sealed with rubber seals. All the hardware are corrosion resistant.

You can easily install the black oasis mailbox into a column, wall, or pillar.

You need to use the Universal Adapter Plate 5530 for 4x4 wood post installation. Remember, it’s one of the best wooden wall mount mailboxes. Locking is well controlled and safe.

You will be provided with the oasis mailbox keys. The whole outer shroud of this wall mount locking mailbox comes in single piece to resist the wet and water. 

Key Benefits

1. 14 and 16 gauge galvanized steel structure;
2. US Postmaster General approved;
3. Rubber sealed doors;
4. Wet and corrosion resistant;
5. Enhancing curb appeal;
6. Bigger size (18.1”D x 15.1”H x 11.5”W) and medium weight (23-lbs);
7. Greater storage space compared with many identical mailboxes;
8. Lifetime structural warranty;

Mentionable Negatives

• We are not satisfied with the quality control process – design flaws like lock failure;
• Rust and easy break-in reported;
• Not perfectly vandal resistant;
• Bad consumer service reported;

Fort Knox Mailbox M1-LT M1-LT

The Fort Knox Mailbox is the highest priced collection of our list. Compared to other options, it’s totally new in the market. So, what we have analyzed cannot be said totally reliable. We tried to focus the few numbers of user reviews and tested the unit practically for a short time. However, we got a mixed understanding about the Fort Knox M1-LT M1-LT, which we are saying here in this fort knox mailbox review.

With the 11 gauge galvanized steel, it can provide you higher security as claimed but, we are still in doubt!

We need time to justify it more. Although, we did find it standard concerning the strength with the 0.12" thick steel shell. It’s coated with high performance powder coating. In addition, there is 1” continuous steel welded hinge.

There is no rivets or spot welds, everything is hand welded.

The mail slot is 1.75”x 10” with 7.5” recessed slot.

There is Slam-Lock and high security Abloy & Medeco Locks. The 7 Pin Tubular lock is good for the purpose. Setup for the Arrow Lock You can store mail continuously for 1 week depending on load. Total dimensions are 10"H x 10.25"W x 20"L. One amazing thing is that you can mount it on different post materials.

Key Benefits

1. Different structural mechanism with 11 gauge steel metal;
2. Heavy and strongly built;
3. Lock is standard;
4. Rain and other weather resistant design;
5. Reinforced lock area to prevent forced opening;
6. No place for outgoing mail;

Mentionable Negatives

• Heavyweight (38 pounds);
• Instructions are somewhat vague;
• Said water resistant door, we have doubt (we found it negative);

Types of Locking Mailboxes:  What Should You Buy?

There are two different types of locking mailbox available on the market.

They have certain differences between them. But, they are effective and efficient in their own ways. Both of them have different working area and excellence.

First one is the secure wall mount mailbox, which gets attached to your house or/and office wall, gate, or garage. They are small in size and can accommodate fewer mails. You can easily install or mount them to the specific place within short time. They cost a bit less than the curbside as well.

On the other hand, the curbside locking mailbox is the second one, which is usually mounted on a post (specific or of any type) near your curb. The curbside mailboxes are large sized, bulky, heavyweight, and they can accommodate huge numbers of mails compared to the first type. They are sometimes termed as lockable post mount mailbox.

They cost more than the wall mount boxes. You might also need to think about few other types like the white mailbox and vertical mailbox.

How do locking mailboxes work? Is this same concerning both the categories? This question might come to you. Yes, their working procedure is nearly same. They mostly differ from size, mounting place, price and structure, not the working procedure.

What Type of mail Do You Get Usually?

Before you go to choose or buy a mailbox, first figure out the type of mail you get usually. For example, if you used to receive small mails, envelopes, and magazines, then you should not purchase a large hopper door or delivery door mailbox.

Even, you might avoid larger size mailbox too. On the other hand, if receive big deliveries like wider magazines, books, big calendars, bundle parcels etcetera, then you should avoid the small delivery door mailbox. At the same time, target the bigger size boxes too.

Mail Amount- How Much Do You Receive Regularly?

Space of the mailbox is a key factor to consider before you choose or buy it. Most of the mailboxes come in the market with spacious structure. With the structure, they can accommodate mails received regularly for at least 1 week.

Some of the boxes can provide the accommodation up to 4 weeks continuously as they are big. Everything depends on the number of mails and other packages that you receive regularly. 

We enlisted the best mailboxes of the best manufacturing companies. Among them, the Mail Boss produces large size boxes, where Gibraltar produces the smaller size boxes.

Which Type of Material Do you Prefer?

Materials determine the strength, durability and security!

When the unit is made of plastic, then you automatically loss the opportunity to get optimum strength and security so that the box doesn’t break in. Contrary to this, if you prefer those mailboxes which are made of high quality and long-lasting galvanized steel, then you will get much more strength and durability automatically.

Budget: Always A Big Concern

This is always a vital consideration.

If money is no problem, then we suggest you pick the most expensive as well as best quality product to buy.

If you are in shortage of money or have a small budget, then you should emphasize on cost-effectiveness. But, never compromise so much with the quality (as there are mail sensitivity and security issues) for a little bit monetary benefit.

Concluding Remarks

This is all about our analysis concerning the locking mailbox matters!

We tried to focus every single issue that might be necessary for our readers. However, the mail theft or identity theft is not a big concern in many places around the world yet. But, it’s increasing rapidly!

But in America, this is one of the most common things.

Amazing thing is that the Americans are completely aware of this fact. If you are an American, then you have already been a victim of identity theft or known about it. So, we don’t need to make you understand the necessity of a best quality locking mailbox.

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Rather, we want to help you to find out the best option/options from the huge availability! Above in the list, we have done it successfully! You can get any of the listed choices! We are not over-confident, but we can say it from our testing experience and belief that all of them are worthy.

Hope for the best purchase!