Cosco Outdoor Patio Deck Storage Box, 180 Gallon

Have several COSCO product: steps, trolleys... All well designed and engineered. The Storage Box is no exception and is superior to other such items I have from two of the well known vendors. By far the easiest to assemble of any of my other boxes. The lid, with stays at both ends, opens fully (90 degrees) and is sturdy. Irritation: sides have unnecessarily large stickers on the inside for Left and Right that are of a flimsy plastic that WILL NOT peel off but tears into pieces. Should have left them as once started scraping, bending over the sides, the appearance is that of a "dogs' breakfast" and has to be finished. More time than required to assemble, and considerably more uncomfortable. COSCO is not, of course, a 'Trail Blazer' in the use of such labels but why is it a follower in demonstrating contempt for the consumer? Do hope COSCO will broaden its offering to include a front door unit as there are instances - emergency generators - where such access is obligatory.

The hinges did not work at all. Would not allow lid to close and bent instead of closing. Good size but flimsy and comes apart easily.

I am completely happy with this patio box although the item description is incorrect. The material described in the item listing is "alloy steel". The only metal in this box is the hasp, lid hinges, lid supports and screws. The rest is either resin or plastic, WHICH IS PERFECTLY OK. I purchased this box based on it's low price vs it's large size and had some concern with the durability of it's "steel" construction and was pleased that it wasn't. I gave five stars because this suited my needs to a "T". It was simple to assemble, more or less "snapping" together, with just a few screws for the hasp and lid supports. I wouldn't trust the hasp to keep thieves out as a good yank would defeat the screws.

Don't know yet how waterproof this will be as it's July in the northern hemisphere. It is light in weight, while empty. Not unattractive, in my opinion. After attaching the lid to the base unit, it appeared quite obviously warped as it did not rest fully and equally on the base top edge, with large gaps on front left and right; higher on front left. Fiddled a bit with fully opening and closing and obtained a better fit. After finishing the entire assembly, the top appears to rest mostly equally around the top edge of the base. However, this is by no means going to keep out bugs and the smallest of rodents due to the gap between lid and base unit. As simple as the addition of a gasket may likely resolve the bug issue. I do not look forward to opening this after seasonal storage outdoors; I think I will still 'bag' my gear for added layer of protection. Fingers crossed. As for security with aid of a latch & lock, this is for the honest person. Based on how the bottom panel is fitted, one need only turn over the unit to get to the bottom panel, push it in to gain access. Packaging could be improved to put a protective layer of material between the nice lid surface and the cardboard box - see photos. Though minor, a dent in the lid aligns with damage on box

I have had this for 2 years now and is holding up well and it stores a lot!!

Great price but not so great quality. It won’t last long.

Video speaks for itself. So cheap. Their own tools ripped through the plastic the first time I go to shut it. Just literally immediately broke. And it just bent the metal rods as well instead of them sliding like they’re supposed to. Put the whole thing together which was difficult and I don’t have time to talk about that. But after doing all that I go to shut it and it just breaks.😂 I was so mad I need this storage. I was not going to take it all apart by myself to return it, I’m 5’2” and just was already done. Can’t pick it up or even fit it in my car to return it. I just moved here and need the storage so I just took those pieces off and not it’s at least useable. But just beware it’s a cheap cheap piece of plastic. Not industrial. Not sturdy. Cheaper than the picture looks. If you’re needing a storage container that props open by itself, then this one simply won’t work for you.

The size is great, relatively simple to put together BUT, I couldn't finish putting it together because they didn't send me enough screws. I honestly couldn't believe it so I reviewed the instructions and right there in black and white it said I had 2 screws for the lock instead of the 4 it needed. Very disappointed. In addition, the lid wouldn't close properly, I had to force it and, it felt a little flimsy.

More expensive because it’s much more sturdy than less expensive ones

So disappointed with this purchase, it looked good for a short period of time and then fell apart. Complete waste of money. I bought it to store garden hose and our boat cover, loved the size and look of it. It is not weather resistant at all as it basically fell apart after a month of it being outside. The cover cracked, the hinges broke, so so so disappointed. I feel your description of this product is not accurate at all and should not be advertised as sturdy or something to be used outside. I would like a refund or a replacement if this was an isolated case with a defective product.

using it for patio cushion storage. Assembly diagram small so quite hard to read. The product is fine, but I was disappointed that it was not delivered to my home. I had to arrange to get it picked up.

Unit was ordered to store patio furniture cushions, to stay outside in a weather sheltered area. Pros: Unit arrived quickly, undamaged box. Easy to assemble. Cheap Customer Service was very quick to respond. Cons: Very thin walls. Likely wouldn't hold larger children if they climb on it. The panels were separating on the corners and would allow weather/pests to get inside the panels. We contacted the seller, they offer warranty on SOME of the parts, but not all - of course not the panel we need. As well, since it is a large package, to return it YOU have to take it to the UPS drop spot. Cheap - you get what you pay for...