The Brute weighs five pounds or more. So, I use mine as a "front porch" lock, or "midnight movies" locks. Times and places when it is either convenient, or essential to use an ultra-strong lock.

I prefer a two pound lock, such as the Kryptonite Evolution Mini or the OnGuard Bulldog Mini for going to the coffee shop - much easier to lug around, and strong enough for daytime use in low-crime neighborhoods.