American Security Products Electronic Security Safes (OD 8x12 1/4x7 3/4, 14-Pounds)

I recently bought a slightly larger model, the EST916 and wrote a review. This is one is very similar, except that it was a straighter. It also included a shelf, and that shelf was more solid because of the smaller size.I took off an extra star due to price I paid compared to the larger model and inconsistently in Chinese manufacturing. The button beeps and alarm (more than 3 incorrect codes are entered) were a lot louder on this one. So loud I had to take it apart and put electrical tape on the button buzzer and remove the alarm speaker buzzer altogether. Loudness might not be an issue for everyone, but it was to me. I didn't want people in the next room hearing beeps and wondering what it was.The door also didn't shut tight, so when I'd put in my code to get in, the door would rattle. This was easily fixed by applying a sticky felt between the door and the frame. I also replaced the felt feet with rubber ones so it sat more stable. Works great now.The other thing you'll want to watch is that when this is open, it can tilt forward with little effort, just because the door is pretty heavy. Other than that, it's good. I'd have to say it's one of the best economical safes out there. The entry panel is certainly the best among the cheaper safes.

I ordered two of these safes, one for my senior citizen father and one for myself. The safe construction is decent, however, I am concerned with the electronic panel. While programming it, I constantly was hitting the wrong number and there is NO clear or backup button, so you have to wait for the panel to go into error mode. The display could be brighter and the area for the numbers could be larger (easier for people with large fingers) and the lack of a clear button is a definite negative. I would have given this safe 5 stars if not for these items. At this point, my father will just use the key to open.