Amazon Basics 4 Digit Combination Padlock Reviews Summary

Combination Setting

Pros:

• "Easy to set combination, so no chance of forgetting the combo or losing a key."
• "These are VERY easy to set and change your own combination."
• "Had no problem setting my code."
• "It was super easy to set the combination, just make sure you keep the directions right when you open the package."
• "Setting your own combination is simple and if you've ever had similar locks its a breeze."
• "The combination is easy to change from the default pass number of quadruple zero."
• "It’s super easy to set up a lock code and it’s super easy and lock and unlock."

Cons:

• "Absolutely a waste. I tried to set a combination lock and it would not work."
• "While set up of PIN was easy, the lock stopped working and we cannot reset the code."
• "Multiple people have tried to set these 2 locks but no luck. Return window is now closed and I'm out of luck unfortunately."
• "They give you two locks which is nice but they don't even work, I have tried many times to set the combos and have not succeeded."
• "Out of two locks I could set the combination for only one."
• "These locks look great but they are too difficult to try and set up your combination and use them."
• "I’m a pretty educated person but I could not set the combination on these locks to save my life."

Lock Durability

Pros:

• "They have a good solid weight to them, and the lock dials have a good feel, free without being loose."
• "These locks are incredible! I have no clue how hard they are to break or to manipulate like the lockpicking lawyer, but the feel of the locks, and of the pin/dials to change the number is great!"
• "These are pretty simple and basic locks but feel durable enough to be fairly secure for general purpose security."
• "It's heavy and sturdy."
• "These locks are strong. I use on my solid steel toolbox that doesn’t have a latch."
• "Combo lock works as intended. Doesn’t stick or give any issues. Very sturdy and well made. Used regularly on a locker."
• "They are a good sized lock and appear to be well made/sturdy."

Cons:

• "These locks are very weak and flimsy. I used it for my gym locker and it was easily broken by a bad guy."
• "Not the most overly sturdy padlock - I wouldn’t trust it to hold up to any serious break in attempts."
• "Both locks malfunctioned and weee inoperative inside of two weeks. Cheaply made and complexly ineffective. Do not waste your time or money."
• "They are cheaply made and A complete rip off."
• "I would never lock up something precious, or something that is in an isolated area, because one moment with a bolt cutter would destroy this thing."
• "This lock is garbage, headed straight to metal recycling."
• "I knew these were cheap locks but I was really surprised at just how cheap and junky they are."

Customer Service

Pros:

• "I did get my refund right away, which was nice. I didn’t even have to return them."
• "Amazon gave us a refund without any issue."
• "HS Age son let us know he needed a padlock for school at 9PM. Put in an order and it got here over night."

Cons:

• "Of course, not eligible for refund since it's been more than a year so we are just out what we paid. Big disappointment."
• "The day after the window to return closed the lock stopped working completely."
• "I tried calling the warranty line for a replacement, but was told that the only option was to return the broken lock for refund."
• "I would not recommend it. Lasted long enough to cancel any option for a refund."

Value for Money

Pros:

• "Overall both myself and my son are happy with these, and think they are a pretty good value for the money."
• "Good little padlock and value for money."
• "For the price, these locks were a steal."
• "Very good quality for the price."
• "It comes with two in the package and it is an excellent price."
• "Best of all you get two for less than one of the name brand from a local hardware store."
• "2 for under £8 is a complete bargain!"

Cons:

• "Not a great value if you factor in having to repurchase locks frequently."
• "The lock is cheap, but too expensive too be replacing after one use."
• "I realize these were cheap, but they aren’t worth the time and effort."
• "These are light duty locks that we got for the gym locker room. Purchased in April. While I didn't love them... they seem flimsy and not secure... they were fine for my hour at the gym."
• "I’ve bought this two pack to save a little money. I’ve used Amazon Basic items before without an issue. One of the locks broke in the first week."
• "I read the directions and set the combo for the lock at home. Then I went to the gym and tried to use it on my locker, and it would not lock."
• "The second lock broke after one month. These locks were used on an indoor locker so there was almost no wear and tear."