Anyone who’s looking to receive a package in the US knows how much of a common issue Porch Piracy really easy. That’s basically because porch pirates simply have to drive their car around a block, which easily allows them to target and quickly steal any potential incoming packages for which most likely no one will have their eyes on. While modern-day porch pirates aren’t nearly as violent as the high-seas pirates of the old-days, it can still be both annoying and costly to get a package that you’ve been expecting for days/weeks stolen right from your front-door, just moments after it gets delivered. That said, if you often receive valuable packages and/or live in an area that’s known for package theft, then it would probably be worth for you to get something like the CleverMade Parcel LockBox S100 Series.
The CleverMade Parcel LockBox S100 Series is a weather-proof Smart Locker designed for keeping any incoming Packages safe that can be installed and anchored outside your front-door and then unlocked either with a Manual Key or via a Pre-Programmed Unlocking Code.
It’s important to note that while laws against porch piracy are on the rise, our current law states that a theft of a package from your home’s front-door is only considered a misdemeanor, as catching porch pirates can be quite difficult. Not only that, but making arrests is even harder, as according to some reports, police only make arrests in less than 10% of reports of stolen packages.
As such, if you’re looking for the safest and most reliable way of keeping any of your incoming Packages that are delivered at your front door safe and sound from porch pirates (as well as protected from all weather elements) while you’re away from home, then the CleverMade Parcel LockBox S100 Series gives you the perfect way to do that.
So, let’s have a more detailed look at it and check exactly how this weather-proof Smart Locker for Packages works, and see everything that it has to offer you.
DESIGN & SPECS
Starting with the Parcel LockBox S100’s size, this Smart Locker measures exactly 18.125 inches long by 18.125 inches wide by 22.625 inches tall (or 38.75 inches tall with its lid open).
As such, the Parcel LockBox S100 can neatly fit any packages measuring up to 14 inches long by 14.5 inches wide by 20 inches tall.
This Smart Locker also features a very solid and super-sturdy construction, as the locker is made of ultra-durable and heavy-duty reinforced steel, which ultimately gives the locked a total weight of 31 lbs. when completely empty (meaning without any packages inside it).
As soon as you open the locker, you’ll also notice a set of two (x2) built-in Hydraulic Struts (located at both the top left- and top right-sides of the locked), which help to ensure you always get a smooth opening and closing of the locker’s top lid.
Not only that, but as said earlier, this Smart Locker also features a weather-proof construction that ultimately allows the unit to withstand all weather elements. That said, weather its raining, snowing, or pretty much any other harsh weather conditions, you can be assured that your package will be safely protected from the weather as soon as its stored inside the CleverMade Parcel LockBox S100 Series.
Last but not least, integrated right at the center of the locker, we also have an Illuminated Programmable Smart Digital Lock, which is exactly what allows the Parcel LockBox S100 Series to achieve its purpose, meaning to ensure that any potential incoming packages never get stolen from your home’s front-door.
Additionally, this Smart Locker also comes with a set of keys that allow you to Manually open the unit if you ever prefer to open it like that.
HOW TO PROGRAM THE CODE?
Programming the Parcel LockBox S100’s Unlocking Access Code is just as easy as you’d want it to be.
Embedded right below, you can find the company’s official video guide that shows and teaches you exactly how to program the Smart Locker’s Unlocking Code, which can be done directly via its Illuminated Programmable Smart Digital Lock.
After you program the Parcel LockBox S100’s Unlocking Code, remember that you can register your unique Unlocking Access Code with each major shipping company, as that will ultimately help to ensure that your packages are always safely delivered by mail man and carrier delivery drivers.
I’d also like to mention that users also get a front-door note within the package, which can then be hanged at their front door to help remind delivery workers to store any of your packages within the Parcel LockBox S100.
BATTERY & BATTERY LIFE
Now, it’s also important to note that this Smart Locker is battery-powered, working with a set of 4 AAA Alkaline batteries (for which one set of four batteries already comes included with each purchase).
On a side note, for those living in colder climates, it’s suggested that you use Lithium Batteries, as those are designed to be used in temperatures as low as -40°F.
HOW TO SET UP / INSTALL THE LOCKER?
Lastly, and as said before, this Smart Locker is supposed to be installed and anchored right outside your front-door, and as such, the CleverMade Parcel LockBox S100 Series comes with its own anchoring system, which allows you to safely and securely mount the unit to the ground.
The Parcel LockBox S100’s anchoring system includes a set of anchoring screws, a masonry drill bit and a Phillips head drill bit.
Embedded below you can also find the company’s official instructional video for the Smart Locker’s assembly.
FINAL THOUGHTS
The CleverMade Parcel LockBox S100 Series is a weather-proof Smart Locker designed for keeping any incoming Packages safe that can be installed and anchored outside your front-door and then unlocked either with a Manual Key or via a Pre-Programmed Unlocking Code.
With it, you can have the safest and most reliable way of keeping any of your incoming Packages that are delivered at your front door safe and sound from porch pirates (and protected from all weather elements) while you’re away from home.
If you’re interested in buying it, each unit is currently going for just $59.99. You can get yours online right now, either directly from CleverMade’s official shopping page, or alternatively, from Amazon, if you prefer.
