Honeywell Fireproof Safes: Which Model Is Which?
Honeywell fireproof safe models fall into 2 groups: portable fire and water chests, and small steel safes with fire-resistant insulation. The 1102 and 1103 state a 30-minute UL fire rating; the 6108 and 6104 are described as fire resistant without a stated fire duration.
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Honeywell fireproof safe models split into portable fire and water chests and small steel safes with fire-resistant insulation. The 1102 and 1103 state a 30-minute UL fire rating, while the 6108 and 6104 are described as fire resistant with no timed duration stated.
The model number matters because the chests are designed around paper storage, while the smaller steel boxes focus on personal items and compact storage. For the basic difference between ratings and safe types, start with our plain guide to fireproof home safes.
Which Honeywell fireproof safe models have a stated fire rating?
The 1102 and 1103 fire chests state 30 minutes of UL fire protection up to 1550°F. Both have carry handles, key locks, and stated water protection.
The 1102 has an interior measuring 4.6 x 9.6 x 6.0 in. That layout suits folded papers and small media better than full sheets laid flat.
Honeywell describes the 1102 as having a 24-hour waterproof seal and the 1103 as having a 100-hour seal. Both seals are verified for submersion to 39 in.
Those water claims are separate from the fire ratings. Read how to interpret fireproof safe ratings before treating a time rating as a complete measure of protection.
How are the Honeywell 1102 and 1103 different?
The main difference is paper layout and interior size: the 1102 is for folded documents, while the 1103 is sized for letter pages laid flat. Both use key locks and portable chest designs.
The 1102 has a 0.15 cu ft capacity and a 4.6 in interior height. Its smaller footprint may suit a shelf or storage spot where you don't need full sheets to lie flat.
The 1103 has a 0.24 cu ft capacity and 3.7 in interior height. It is wider and deeper, so it can fit flat letter-size documents, but it is not as tall inside.
Choose based on what you will store and how you want to place it. A chest's stated fire time doesn't tell you whether a particular document or digital item will fit.
What are the Honeywell 6108 and 6104?
The 6108 and 6104 are small steel security boxes described as fire resistant, with double steel walls and fire-resistant insulation. Neither has a stated timed fire rating.
The 6108 has a 0.27 cu ft capacity and an interior measuring 4.4 x 11.8 x 9.1 in. It is described for cash, electronics, documents, and jewelry.
The 6104 has a 0.17 cu ft capacity and an interior measuring 3.5 x 11.7 x 7.4 in. Its key lock may suit someone who prefers a physical key.
Both are much shorter inside than the chests. Measure the items you plan to store, especially papers, before choosing between the 6108 and 6104.
Which Honeywell model fits your documents?
For flat letter-size sheets, the 1103 is the clearest fit among these 4 models. The 1102 is intended for folded papers, while the 6108 and 6104 are compact boxes with less interior height.
A passport, folded records, or small media may fit in more than one model, depending on the dimensions and how you arrange them. For a broader size comparison, see our guide to fireproof document safes and fireproof safes for important papers.
Don't choose by capacity alone. Check interior height, width, and depth against the items you want to store, leaving room to close the lid or door without forcing it.
What should you know about fire and water claims?
A stated fire duration applies to a specific rating and test conditions; it does not guarantee that every item inside will survive every fire. The 1102 and 1103 state a 30-minute UL rating up to 1550°F, while the 6108 and 6104 are described only as fire resistant.
The chests also have water protection claims, but their stated durations differ. Consider water exposure separately from fire, and read the wording for the specific model you are considering.
Our guide to fire and water resistant safes explains why those terms and claims should be considered separately. If you need a longer stated fire duration, review whether you need a 2-hour fireproof safe.
Which Honeywell fireproof safe should you choose?
Choose the 1102 for folded papers and small media, or the 1103 for letter-size sheets stored flat. Choose the 6108 if you want a compact steel safe with a digital lock and backup keys, or the 6104 for a key-lock box with a smaller interior.
The 6108 and 6104 are described as fire resistant, but neither has a stated timed fire rating. If a stated duration is central to your decision, compare the 1102 and 1103 with other fireproof safe brands and models.
Frequently asked questions
Which Honeywell safe is fireproof?
The Honeywell 1102 and 1103 are fire chests with a stated 30-minute UL fire protection rating up to 1550°F. The 6108 and 6104 are described as fire resistant, with insulated double steel walls, but no fire duration is given.
Compare each model's stated protection with what you need to store.
What is the difference between Honeywell 1102 and 1103?
Both are portable fire and water chests with a stated 30-minute UL fire rating up to 1550°F. The 1102 has a smaller interior for folded letter-size papers, while the 1103 is wider and deeper so letter-size sheets can lie flat.
Their stated waterproof durations also differ.
Is the Honeywell 6108 fireproof?
The 6108 is described as fire resistant and has double steel walls with fire-resistant insulation, but no timed fire rating is stated. It has a programmable digital lock and 2 backup keys.
If you need a stated fire duration, compare it with the 1102 or 1103 chest.
Can letter-size papers fit in a Honeywell fire chest?
The 1103 is described as holding letter-size documents flat, with a 13.1 x 8.5 x 3.7 in interior. The 1102 is designed for folded letter-size documents and #10 envelopes, with a 9.6 x 6.0 x 4.6 in interior.
Check the paper's orientation and available height before choosing.
