The 6 Best Electrical Outlet lock boxes (2023 reviews)

Enerlites line of box come in a pretty wide variety of styles, so you can definitely find one that suits your individual preferences and needs. The gang weatherproof outlet box can be mounted either horizontally or vertically to suit a wide range of outdoor applications. It has a secure lockable tab for added protection, and mounting hardware is included. It allows horizontal application. It is plastic and the lock will give them the leverage to twist off the eye hole. It can be used over any kind of outlet and any location. It is great for baby proofing.

It is compatible with any decorator switch, decorator receptacle, or gfci receptacle, but enerlite devices should be used to achieve the best fit. They come with 2 opening fillers that you slide out to create an opening to change with your orientation, always keeping the holes underneath.

Why We Like This:

Excellent as a safety feature though
Installation was easy, very straight forward
Durable and a nice safety item for damp weather
Great box with an led indicating gfi outlet

Best With any dekora type faceplate: Bell Electrical Outlet lock Box

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Compared with other box in this category, the bell electrical outlet lock box has a convenient design. It fits a standard box that is designed for a duplex outlet. It has technology with a patented universal fit adapter and a patented quick fit key hole mount installation that enables you to fit different size screws. It comes with a sturdy foam piece to mount behind/seal it if it’s outdoors and the flap also has a foam/rubber seal.

The cover is very sturdy and is weatherproof. These are powder coated shut and it is made of a solid plastic. The extreme salt content in the water coming over the bow has meant changing out those outlets about every 18 months. The cover has many adjustable options for installing, and it’s great for many install situations.

Why We Like This:

Well made metal cover with scored areas for multiple different
Suitable switch cover for wet locations
Perfect cover over hole in the door for generator cable
Feels like a strong die cast casing, comes with new insulation and fit perfectly

Best With Weatherproof: Enerlites Outlet Cover

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Not everyone likes to purchase box for their daily purpose, but the enerlites outlet cover would be an anomoly. This outlet will fit any standard size decorator receptacle or GFCI. It protects outlets from outdoor elements such as rain, mud, dirt, and snow. It allows enough room for a larger gage cord to bend and exit the box without bending plug partly out of the receptacle. It allows you to monitor the GFCI and plug attachment without opening the box.

The box installs vertical or horizontal with included slot close-off pieces to cover unused openings. The sides and top are frosted, and the front panel is clear. It's open at the bottom so some coming from that direction could get in.

Why We Like This:

Very easy to install on existing outdoor receptacles
Lots of room for larger plugs
Heavy duty materials and built well
Locks tight and is somewhat child proof due to the latching mechanism

Best For exterior Electrical Outlet: Sealproof Electrical Outlet lock Box

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The sealproof electrical outlet lock box should be able to handle its purpose and duties with ease. It fits great and has many different choices of switch or outlet combinations. It comes with different plate configurations so you have choices. The cover swings fully out of the way, allowing room for larger plugs. It has a number of different backplate configurations. The 4 screws also provide more even pressure located closer to the edge which should extend the waterproofing function of the foam seal as long as you don't torque it down too hard.

It has a design for use with a gfci, duplex, switch or 1-1/4" round setup. It is a great way to prevent other species from using your outlets.

Why We Like This:

Excellent replacement for a 30 year old outdoor electric fixture
Straight forward, well made, good weatherization and strong spring
Gives you many options for mounting

Best With knockout: Taymac Electrical Outlet lock Box

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Taymac offers a variety of box for personal choice and yet maintaining quality in all the variants. The Taymac mm710c has tabs on the top and also on the sides for hinging. It is made up of a durable high-impact polycarbonate construction that resists breakage and corrosion. It provides good access to the outlet and keeps the cord dry. It covers the plug and cord very nice, but really sticks out about 6 inches. There are "punch outs" in several locations (e.g., top, side, bottom) to route the cable into the gang.

The weatherproof outdoor outlet cover is deep enough for a smart plug and heavy extension cord. There is no lock mechanism, but does snap closed pretty securely. It allows easy installation, along with the base configuration with it's patented knock out technology that allows for a custom fit.

Why We Like This:

Easy to install and fits most extension cords
Comes with different plates depending on application
Deep enough to house wifi plugs and plug in a small power source
Very functional and holds by power generator plug inside for a piece of mind

Best For almost any application: Sealproof Great Outdoor Cover

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If you often find yourself scrambling for appropriate and satisfactory box, sealproof great outdoor cover is your end point. This cover is only marginally better, because it has a tendency to pop up from the power cord pushing on it from the inside. It provides superior protection from weather. It has a cover with a number of circular knock-outs of various sizes. It is large so it has plenty of room inside. This cover does have an insert for a switch. It is easy to install, solid, and makes a secure and weatherproof housing for an automatic gate opener remote. It comes with hardware for many different style outlets. It provides options from light switches to outlet.

Why We Like This:

Easy to install, versatile, and very nice looking
Allows viewing outlets that have light to indicate gfi trip
Great outdoor cover for a duplex outlet
Well engineered and constructed, comes with hardware for many different style outlets