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Ballot Box vs MCB Square Acrylic Donation Box

The MCB is the better pick for most fundraisers: it is taller, has a lock and key, and a large poster display. The Ballot Box is a small 7-inch cube with a bottom-loaded sign holder and no lock, so it suits raffles and draws where security is not a concern. Owners of cube boxes like the Ballot Box report the thin 1/8-inch acrylic can crack if dropped, while the MCB's thicker build and lock make it the sturdier choice for repeated public use.

  • Choose the Ballot Box if you want a compact, clear cube for a raffle, draw or small donation table and do not need a lock.
  • Choose the MCB if you need a locked collection box with a large poster display for a charity or ticket drive.

Prices

  • Ballot Box: $24.48 at Eddie's Hang-Up Display Ltd. (last seen Nov 8)
  • MCB Square Acrylic Donation Box: $27.79 at Walmart (last seen Nov 8)
  • Difference: the Ballot Box is $3.31 cheaper than the MCB Square Acrylic Donation Box at the latest prices (Nov 8)
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Ballot Box

Ballot Box

$24.48
at Eddie's Hang-Up Display Ltd.
Checked Nov 8
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Pros
  • Compact 7-inch cube fits on a small table
  • Clear acrylic shows the contents
  • Bottom-loaded sign holder included
  • Simple back opening for quick emptying
Cons
  • No lock, so contents are not secure
  • Thin 1/8-inch acrylic can crack
  • Small sign area limits messaging
  • Short height holds fewer entries
MCB
MCB Charity Donation Box Ticket Box 10" Tall Square Acrylic Donation Container

MCB Square Acrylic Donation Box

MCB Charity Donation Box Ticket Box 10" Tall Square Acrylic Donation Container

$27.79at WalmartChecked Nov 8
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Pros
  • Lock and key deter theft
  • 10-inch height holds more donations or tickets
  • Large poster insert area for fundraising messages
  • Clear and colored acrylic options
Cons
  • Larger footprint takes counter space
  • Key can be lost, leaving the box stuck shut
  • Colored panels hide the contents
  • Poster insert needs printing to look right

What separates them

Ballot BoxMCB Square Acrylic Donation Box
Height7-inch cube10 inches tall
LockNo lock; opens from the backLock and key included
Sign display7 x 5-1/2 inch bottom-loaded sign holderLarge opening for a full-print poster insert
Acrylic thickness1/8 inch clear acrylicThicker acrylic with clear and colored panels
SlotTop slot for ballotsPre-slotted top or side
FootprintSmall cube, easy to place on a counterSquare base, takes more counter space
Theft resistanceLow; no lockHigher; locked lid

Price history

  • MCB Square Acrylic Donation Box: lowest $27.79 on Nov 8 at Walmart.

Prices at every store

Ballot Box

  • Eddie's Hang-Up Display Ltd.New

    In stockShips from Canada · duties may applyReturn policy

    $24.48Checked Nov 8
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MCB Square Acrylic Donation Box

  • WalmartNew

    In stockSold by MCB

    $27.79Checked Nov 8
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  • SearsNew

    In stockSold by Mac Marvel's

    $54.80Checked Nov 8
    Visit Sears
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Specs compared

SpecBallot BoxMCB Square Acrylic Donation Box
Closed height36"—
Open height54"—
Width24.75"—
Depth24.75"—
Ground clearance4.5"—
Flagpole height93.5"—
Weight86 lbs.—
Weight with ClearCast Go111.6 lbs.—
Full box weight206 lbs.—
Enclosure material3/8" plywood with laminated ABS plastic finish—
Wheels3.5" swivel rubber casters with total lock brak…—
Lock typeTubular pin tumbler lock—

Questions and answers

Which is better for a charity collection?
The MCB. Its lock and key and large poster display suit public donation drives better than the unlocked Ballot Box.
Which is better for a raffle or draw?
The Ballot Box. Its cube shape and top slot are sized for entry slips, and the sign holder labels the prize.
Which lasts longer?
The MCB uses thicker acrylic and a lock, so it holds up better to repeated handling. The Ballot Box's 1/8-inch walls are more prone to cracking.
Is the MCB worth stepping up to?
Yes if you collect money in public. The lock and bigger display are the main gains over the Ballot Box.
Can either box be locked?
Only the MCB comes with a lock and key. The Ballot Box opens from the back with no lock.

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