Description
We now send replacement locks with 6 keys instead of 3 keys. Even though the picture shows only 3 keys, the lock you receive will actually have 6 keys. Note that this will be shipped free via USPS. Our cart will say a shipping method is not available, but you can check out anyway and we will ship USPS.
After doing a lot of background research on the different locking mailbox options out there, I decided on a mailcase. I couldn’t find that anyone did a super thorough review, so I thought I’d do one. I bought both the mailbox and the matching in-ground post.
Unboxing
First off, let’s get into the unboxing. The Mailcase mailbox arrived securely packed in a box with styrofoam to protect the corners. When I opened the top there was a foam insert that had the flag, the hardware to mount the flag, the keys, and a page of instructions. I was wondering where the mounting hardware was, but it was in the post box that shipped separately. I’m not sure what I would have done about mounting hardware if I didn’t buy a post? I was impressed with the packaging, it was well-protected with foam, a plastic bag, and wax paper to protect the paint.
Design and Build Quality
Upon removing everything from the box, I could immediately tell that the mailcase was pretty thick steel and was heavy duty, and the powder coating looked great. It feels incredibly sturdy. It’s definitely big and looks like it would take the majority of packages I end up getting.
Locking Mechanism and Security
Security is a major selling point for the Mailcase mailbox. The locking mechanism looks impressive and involved. I could see how it would be very difficult to break into this thing. In person I can see how the pry shield would make it tough to even start prying.
When I turned the lock I could feel the latch making contact with the frame. The lock turned smoothly enough, but I found it was easier to turn if I pushed in on the door slightly.
Opening the door I could see the hooked latch. You can’t see the inside of the frame from the front, but I felt my hand behind the center frame and could feel the catching mechanism there. This looks very secure. I could see how the hook would be able to catch if somebody tried to pry it open.
Installation
The mailcase comes with a one page instruction sheet that was pretty basic. The most helpful thing on the sheet was a link to an instruction video: https://www.mailcase.com/about/installation/ The video was much more helpful than the instructions on the sheet. I bought quick set concrete because I didn’t want to wait 24 hours to bolt the mailbox onto the post. I ended up wet mixing my concrete (the video shows putting the concrete in dry and then trickling water over the concrete).
The mailbox and the post came with everything I needed to install it (except the concrete). It took me about an hour to dig the hole, place the post, mix and pour the concrete and make sure everything was level and the correct height from the street. I waited a couple of hour for the concrete to set and bolted on the mailbox and flag which took about 15 minutes. The mailbox feels sturdy and strong.
One thing that kind of surprised me was how short the post looked sticking out of the ground. I guess I’m used to small mailboxes where the post is sticking out of the ground like 4 feet. The difference with the mailcase is that the box itself is 20” tall so in order for the mailman to be able to deliver to it without it being way up in the air, the post needs to be shorter.
Conclusion
I’ve only had it installed for a couple of weeks, so far no issues, but I will update the review if I see any. Lock has been smooth and the bottom door is kinda heavy when I open it, which is surprising but also good, it makes it feel like it would be even harder to break in. Anyway, I’m happy with my purchase so far and hope this helps!
Thank you for writing such a thorough review. We appreciate your business!
So I bought another brand but it rusted within 2 years. I’m only a couple of miles from the ocean, so I bought one of these stainless ones. I called them up first and they said that this close to the Ocean, stainless is the only thing that will not rust. The stainless steel is pretty stunning. Wasn’t cheap, but looks like they are the only ones that even offer it.
Thank you for your review. We are proud of our Stainless Steel MailCase and have thousands installed across the US, especially in coastal areas. Glad you found us!
A previous mailbox I bought on Amazon was leaking every time it rained. I ended up returning it and buying a MailCase. Both the top and bottom doors of the MailCase have gaskets and the interior corners are caulked. I’ve had it up through two heavy rainstorms and so far no leaks!
Thanks for taking the time to leave a review! We are happy to stack up the MailCase against any of our competitors when it comes to leak prevention, security, coatings, or warranty. We are happy you like it!
I did a bit of research on different locking mailboxes for my business. Ultimately decided on the mailcase becase from the video it looks like the hardest to break into. I’ve installed it and haven’t had any break-ins (although I guess I’m not sure if I’ve had any attempts at break ins either?)
It’s nice that it comes with 6 keys