Test result preview
The Letterman 6 from Radius is an elegant and functional letterbox for outdoor use. Thanks to the integrated newspaper compartment, you can keep your post and newspapers neatly separated. Made from high-quality, powder-coated stainless steel, it offers a durable solution for any home. Its minimalist design blends harmoniously into any environment and makes it an elegant eye-catcher. Despite its slightly higher price tag, the Letterman 6 impresses with its first-class workmanship and aesthetics, making it a worthwhile investment.
Advantages
- High-quality finish
- Newspaper compartment
- Minimalist design
Disadvantages
- Medium price level
The first impression
Packaging and contents
Here we take a closer look at the packaging. Sustainability is becoming an increasingly important factor. In addition, adequate protection of the product must of course also be guaranteed. Are the contents of the packaging complete and does the manufacturer make it as easy as possible for me to use the product straight away?
Criterion
Comment
Score achieved*
Product protection
Box is very sturdy, product sufficiently protected
Points
Sustainability Packaging
Use of plastic film
Points
Package contents & scope
Complete
Points
Instructions for use
Complete, in German and English
Points
TOTAL
95
Points
Weighting: 20%
*The maximum score is 100 points
The Letterman 6 from Radius makes a solid impression as soon as it is unpacked. It is delivered in a very sturdy cardboard box, which protects the product sufficiently from possible damage. However, the sustainability of the packaging has to be rated negatively due to the additional use of plastic film. The contents of the packaging are complete and include the letterbox, four spacers and a practical LED sensor light. The operating instructions are available in German and English. It is noticeable that all words, including the beginnings of sentences and nouns, are written in lower case, which seems a little unusual but does not impair comprehensibility.
The first time in the hand
Product processing and appearance
Before we start the practical test, we take a close look at the workmanship of the products. How high quality are the materials used? Are the look and feel satisfactory?
Criterion
Comment
Score achieved*
Visual appearance
Modern, minimalist design
Points
Workmanship
Very good workmanship
Points
Stability
Very stable
Points
Sustainability of the product
No details, but use of high-quality materials
Points
TOTAL
98
Points
Weighting: 20%
*The maximum score is 100 points
The Letterman 6 from Radius impresses with its high-quality finish from the very first touch. Its appearance is characterised by a minimalist, modern design that blends perfectly into any outdoor environment. The material used, powder-coated stainless steel, conveys high quality and durability without the product smelling of chemicals. Although the manufacturer does not provide any information on sustainability, the choice of robust and weather-resistant materials speaks in favour of a long service life. Overall, the Letterman 6 is a stylish and well-made product that impresses with its quality and aesthetic design.
What our practical test showed
Does the manufacturer keep its advertising promises?
Our practical test has the highest relevance and therefore weighting. Here, the product has to undergo a wide range of criteria and tests. We check the functions and product promises of the test article.
Criterion
Comment
Points achieved*
Assembly instructions Comprehensibility
All steps were easy to follow and
and carried out
Points scored
Watertightness
Paper remained completely dry
Points
Insertion flap function
Very good
Points
Protection against unauthorised access
Could not be opened without a key
Points
Capacity
Very good
Points
TOTAL
100
Points
Weighting: 45%
*The maximum score is 100 points
The Letterman 6 from Radius delivers what it promises. The assembly instructions are easy to understand and make it easy to follow and carry out all the steps. The waterproofness was also impressive in the practical test: even in heavy rain, the inserted paper remained completely dry. The insertion flap works perfectly and is easy to open and close. As far as protection against unauthorised access is concerned, the letterbox could not be opened in the test without the appropriate key, which offers a high level of security. The capacity is also very good and offers sufficient space for larger quantities of post and newspapers. Overall, the Letterman 6 impresses with its functionality, security and quality.
Test plan
You can find a detailed insight into the evaluation criteria of the practical part of the test and the distribution of points here. If you are also interested in the evaluation of our other test criteria, please read our document on the evaluation process.
Price/performance ratio
and consumer ratings
Finally, we analyse how the product compares to the competition. Can it keep up with the competition in terms of price and quality? Would we generally recommend buying it? We also look at the consumer reviews and check whether the critical and positive reviews are actually justified.
Criterion
Comment
Score achieved*
Price / performance ratio
Very good performance in the mid-price segment
Score
Rating average
Not taken into account as there are fewer than 30 ratings
Points
TOTAL
80
Points
Weighting: 15%
*The maximum score is 100 points
The Letterman 6 impresses with its high-quality workmanship and modern design, making it a stylish letterbox for any home. In our practical test, we were able to confirm that the elegant and functional design of the letterbox is well received by customers.
Prices of up to €183.33 are charged on the Internet for equivalent products. Very affordable products are available from as little as €27.89 . The Letterman 6 letterbox from Radius is therefore currently in the mid-price segment with a price of €119. For the quality and performance received, the price-performance ratio is very good.
Overall result
Weighting
Score achieved*
1. Packaging & content
20%
Points
2. Product finish & appearance
20%
Points
3. In the practical test
45%
Points
4. Price/performance & consumer reviews
15%
Points
TOTAL
Points
*The maximum score is 100 points
