Puzzle Boxes are great tools for securing valuables

Puzzle boxes are often admired for their creativity and entertainment value, but their effectiveness as secure storage is debated. Supporters of the opposing view argue that puzzle boxes are designed more for novelty and intellectual challenge than true protection—most can be solved with patience, trial and error, or even forced open with little effort. Unlike safes or locks, they rarely use durable materials or advanced security mechanisms. Defenders may counter that puzzle boxes provide a layer of hidden security, deterring casual access and adding aesthetic appeal.