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SentrySafe SFW205CWB review

SentrySafe SFW205CWB Extra Large Fireproof Waterproof Safe, Combination Dial

By Tom Calder

Our verdict · Researched
4.4 / 5

UL Classified for 1 hour at up to 1700°F and ETL Verified against 8 inches of water for 24 hours, with 2 cubic feet inside. A dial needs no batteries.

Best for
The most room: binders, a laptop and family papers
Skip it if
You need something you can carry out
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as of Nov 14, 2026, 5:36 PM ET · DetailsProduct prices and availability are accurate as of the date/time indicated and are subject to change. Any price and availability information displayed on Amazon.com at the time of purchase will apply to the purchase of this product.
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What we like

  • UL 1 hour at 1700°F and ETL 8 in for 24 hours
  • 2 cu ft inside
  • Dial lock: no batteries

Worth knowing

  • 124.8 lb
  • Dial is slower to open than a keypad

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Who shouldn't buy this

Don't buy it if you need something you can carry out: a fire chest or bag is portable.

Key specs

Fire ratingUL Classified 1 hour at up to 1700°F
Water ratingETL Verified, 8 in of water for 24 hours
Capacity2 cu ft
LockCombination dial
Weight124.8 lb
How this review works

This is a Researched review: we haven't used this product. We check every specification against at least two independent sources, re-check the US price on a schedule where we can track it automatically, and say plainly who it isn't for. Commissions never change a rating.

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