The Suncast DB5000 is a 50 gallon resin deck box, 41 inches wide, that snaps together without tools. Owners rate it highly: 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,161 Amazon ratings. It is now hard to buy: the Amazon listing shows it as unavailable, Suncast has taken down its DB5000 page, and the page it keeps for the mocha DB5000B is not in its deck box lineup. This review covers what the DB5000 is, what owners report, and which current Suncast boxes to buy instead.
How we reviewed it: this review is based on Suncast’s DB5000B product page, dimension drawing and owner’s manual, and owner feedback on Amazon, checked in October 2026. More on our process.
The Short Answer
The DB5000 is a good small deck box with one recurring problem: the lid. Owners love how easy it is to build and how much it holds for its size, and most say it keeps rain out. But more owners complain about the lid closing than praise it, and some report the lid or front panel warping. If you can find one, it suits a small patio. If you cannot, the 73 gallon Suncast DBW7300 is the closest bench-style box still on sale, and the 50 gallon Waterfall is Suncast’s current box at the same capacity.
Check the Suncast DBW7300 on Amazon
Suncast DB5000 Specs
| Models | DB5000; DB5000B in mocha |
| Exterior | 41 in wide x 21 in deep x 22 in high (base 40 x 20 in) |
| Interior | 37 in wide x 17 in deep x 18.5 in high |
| Capacity | 50 gallons (6.7 cu ft) |
| Lid | Hinged; stays up when fully open; Suncast rates it for 300 lb |
| Parts | Six: lid, floor, back, front and two sides |
| Assembly | No tools required |
| Lock | None; the manual’s parts list has no hasp |
| Warranty | 5-year limited |
Suncast rates the lid for 300 lb, but the manual says not to stand on it.
What Fits Inside
The inside is 37 x 17 inches and 18.5 inches tall. That is the number to check against your cushions. One owner stores six sling chair cushions in it. Seat cushions deeper than 17 inches will not lie flat. Size is mostly praised, but 36 owners found it smaller than they hoped.
Assembly
The DB5000 snaps together from six parts with no tools. Owners report about 20 minutes. Suncast’s manual steps:
- Lay the back panel on the floor.
- Snap the two sides into it.
- Snap the front panel onto the sides.
- Drop the floor in, smooth side up, and press it down.
- Move the box to a flat surface, then press the lid’s hinge tabs in, working left to right.
The lid stays up on its own when opened all the way.
What Owners Say
The DB5000 has 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,161 Amazon ratings. These are the topics owners mention most:
| Topic | Positive | Negative |
|---|---|---|
| Assembly | 425 | 24 |
| Size | 253 | 36 |
| Storage capacity | 148 | 6 |
| Water resistance | 96 | 22 |
| Keeps things dry | 80 | 4 |
| Durability | 67 | 34 |
| Fit | 40 | 18 |
| Lid closure | 19 | 70 |
What they like
Easy assembly is the top topic by far. Owners like the size for small patios and balconies, and most who mention water say their things stayed dry. One owner is on their third, and another says theirs has lasted over 10 years.
What they do not
The lid is the main complaint. Owners say it does not close tightly, so dust gets in. Others had trouble at assembly: one could not get the lid to attach, and another had to adjust it to sit flush. Durability is mixed, with 34 negative mentions; one owner says the front panel bowed out within weeks.
Is the Suncast DB5000 Waterproof?
No. Suncast does not call the DB5000 waterproof. Its product page says the arched lid helps keep rain from collecting on top, and the manuals for Suncast’s current deck boxes call them water resistant, not waterproof. Most DB5000 owners who mention water say their things stayed dry, against 22 negative mentions. Keep it away from gutters and downspouts, and close the lid fully.
What to Buy Instead
With the DB5000 hard to find, these are the closest current Suncast boxes:
| DB5000 | DBW7300 | BMDB1051 Waterfall | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior (W x D x H) | 41 x 21 x 22 in | 46 x 23.5 x 22.5 in | 25.25 x 25.75 x 25.5 in |
| Interior (W x D x H) | 37 x 17 x 18.5 in | 44.25 x 20.25 x 20.25 in | 22.75 x 21.75 x 23 in |
| Capacity | 50 gal | 73 gal | 50 gal |
| Sit on the lid | Rated 300 lb | Rated 300 lb | No, per manual |
| Padlock hasp | No | Yes | Yes, metal |
| Warranty | 5-year limited | 5-year limited | 10-year limited |
Suncast DBW7300 73 gallon wicker box
The closest match in shape. It is a bench-style box like the DB5000, 5 inches wider and 2.5 inches deeper, with a wicker pattern, a padlock hasp and a lid rated for 300 lb. It is in stock on Amazon with 4.7 stars from 1,868 ratings. Our Suncast wicker deck box review covers it in detail.
Check the Suncast DBW7300 on Amazon
Suncast BMDB1051 50 gallon Waterfall
Suncast’s current 50 gallon box, but a very different shape: a near cube about 25 inches on each side, which suits a corner better than a wall. It adds soft-close hinges, a spring shock, molded handles, a metal hasp and a 10-year warranty, and it is made in the USA. Its manual says not to sit or stand on it. See the BMDB1051 at Suncast.
Other Suncast Deck Box Reviews
- Suncast wicker deck boxes: 73 and 99 gallon (DBW7300, DBW9200)
- Suncast DB9000: the discontinued 99 gallon box and its replacements
- Suncast patio seat mini: a small storage seat
For other brands, see our best outdoor deck boxes roundup and our deck box buying guide.
Before You Buy
- Measure your cushions against the inside size, not the outside.
- Set the box on a flat surface. The manual says to, and a lid that does not sit flush is the main owner complaint.
- Do not store flammable or caustic chemicals in it, and do not let children play inside, per the manual.
- Suncast says it can crack more easily if knocked in freezing weather.
- Do not move it when full. Suncast says it is for stationary storage.
Final Word
The DB5000 earned its ratings by being quick to build and the right size for a small patio, with a lid that never quite matched the rest of it. If you can still find one, it is a sound small box. If not, the DBW7300 is the nearest Suncast in shape, and our wicker box review covers it in full.
Check the DB5000 on Amazon (unavailable when we checked on October 31, 2026).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Suncast DB5000 discontinued?
Suncast has not said so, but it is hard to find. Amazon lists it as unavailable, Suncast has taken down its DB5000 page, and the mocha DB5000B page is no longer in its deck box lineup.
What are the Suncast DB5000 dimensions?
It is 41 inches wide, 21 inches deep and 22 inches high outside, and 37 x 17 x 18.5 inches inside, with a 50 gallon capacity.
Can you sit on the Suncast DB5000?
Suncast rates the lid for 300 lb. The manual says not to stand on it.
Is the Suncast DB5000 waterproof?
No. Suncast does not call it waterproof; its arched lid helps keep rain from collecting on top. Most owners say it keeps contents dry, but some say the lid does not close tightly.
Does the Suncast DB5000 lock?
No. Its parts list has no hasp. The current DBW7300 and BMDB1051 both take a padlock.
Does the Suncast DB5000 need tools?
No. It snaps together from six parts. Owners report about 20 minutes.
What can replace the Suncast DB5000?
The 73 gallon Suncast DBW7300 is the closest bench-style box on sale. The 50 gallon BMDB1051 Waterfall matches its capacity but is a near cube and is not meant to be sat on.
Are Suncast deck boxes good?
Owners rate them highly: the DB5000 has 4.6 stars from 2,161 Amazon ratings and the DBW7300 has 4.7 from 1,868. The common complaint across Suncast boxes is a lid that does not always close flush.
