Is this worth anything as a security lock for break-in's?
287436
No. It is only really any good for keeping a small child from opening a door. All it would do is slow them down a few seconds longer
287437
Probably not your first line of defense. We have it on our doors so that our small child can't get out when sleep walking, and it works perfectly for that. There have been mornings that I've forgotten it was latched and given the door a strong tug and it was fine - but if someone wanted to break in I think they could use enough force to do so.
1696031
Yes, it will. How would the lock know if someone was inside or not? I think that's the case for any locking button, except for a deadbolt. That said, there is a slot on the outside, so you can unlock it with a coin or flat-blade screwdriver.
1604434
You could fit a tiny lock on it, but I would say the latch is more for novelties. It's not a strong latch, so you certainly wouldn't want any real valuables in it.
2178114
I think it adds an unnecessary step for what you're looking for because putting in the code does not open the padlock. It just opens the key storage area. To open the padlock itself, you have to open the key area and then release the padlock mechanically. I would just buy a regular, sturdy padlock.
649970
Yeah, if you have decent bolt cutters, you can get through any wire lock. That's why wire locks shouldn't be your primary defense against theft. As wire locks go, this is a pretty solid one, but at the end of the day it's not meant for heavy duty.
1192867
Honestly, any lock can be broken. I feel that different locks just have different levels of deterring thieves. I've had it for a month so far, it feels really sturdy and I feel safe using it but its something I have to lug around because the weight is very noticeable (around 9 pounds). If you don't think you will mind carrying that extra weight then by all means pick this one up
86641
I agree with JacksonsMom - don't put anything very valuable in this box. Mine does lock OK but the lock is kind of flimsy. It works for what I wanted but it is certainly not a safe.
2241224
I think so. If somebody wants in bad enough it won't matter ht kind of lock you have.
458503
it shouldn't be lock an see i say these people are just out for money there products an services suck i wouldn't recomend there crap to anyone. but you should be able to slide the lock in the circle an it open or reset it .
702827
No! This lock has worked wonderfully at our house! We haven't had any break ins since we installed it, while prior to this lock we had 4. We actually did have an issue with our landlord (I live in a college town and leases are yearly) about changing the doorknob to a locked code. He was worried that in an emergency he would not have access to our house. (Trust me, I lol'd at what kind of emergency would require him to get into our home..) But to appease him we set a "User Code" for him and his maintenance crew to use. Installation was easy & this product works great. All of our neighbors have installed it as well. No! This lock has worked wonderfully at our house! We haven't had any break ins since we installed it, while prior to this lock we had 4. We actually did have an issue with our landlord (I live in a college town and leases are yearly) about changing the doorknob to a locked code. He was worried that in an emergency he would not have access to our house. (Trust me, I lol'd at what kind of emergency would require him to get into our home..) But to appease him we set a "User Code" for him and his maintenance crew to use. Installation was easy & this product works great. All of our... » Read More No! This lock has worked wonderfully at our house! We haven't had any break ins since we installed it, while prior to this lock we had 4. We actually did have an issue with our landlord (I live in a college town and leases are yearly) about changing the doorknob to a locked code. He was worried that in an emergency he would not have access to our house. (Trust me, I lol'd at what kind of emergency would require him to get into our home..) But to appease him we set a "User Code" for him and his maintenance crew to use. Installation was easy & this product works great. All of our neighbors have installed it as well. « Show Less
892725
Mark; go to the website for technical data:http://www.abus.com/us/Home-Security/Padlocks/Diskus-R/20
672211
No, the locks are not heavy duty. The locks are good only for keeping the curious out of your box. Remember, the box is made from plastic. If you truly want security, then get a steel box.
815598
I probably will but please note that these locks are not designed for intruder protection... these are meant for reliable door traffic control.
688739
Locks and their cables are there to keep honest people honest. Anyone who really wants to take your stuff will figure it out somehow. This type of lock is best used when looped through something sturdy as mentioned in other answers. Be smart with where you place it, and it will provide some small sense of security, or at the very least be very visible to you or others when someone waltzes out with an entire table/chair/laptop combination.
1687657
The lock is pretty sturdy, like anything else if someone wants into it bad enough, you aren't going to keep them out, but it would take more than just a screw driver.
987807
This is reasonably secure. A thief with basic hand tools would be hard-pressed to get in or take the unit. The cable-locking system it comes with could be easily overcome with bolt-cutters and the box itself could be easily broken into with a crowbar, or something similar with leverage. But for an average vehicle break-in, they would be hard-pressed to get at or take your weapon. For the car, I use the smaller case for a single Glock 19 or 26.
169013
Yes. This is a very good lock, and when connected to an alarm service, entry is very easy. I love having this on my door.