Best bike lock on Reddit
277 reviews from r/cycling, r/RadPowerBikes, r/CargoBike and 40 more subreddits
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#1
Kryptonite
4.3
(107)
"Secure your bike to something that doesn't move"
"The Kryptonite New York Lock is well regarded."
"I use a 5' Kryptonite evolution if bike racks aren't guaranteed"
"I will also purchase two locks, one definitely a kryptonite u-lock."
"The best locks are kryptonite u-lock varieties."
"Is what the LockPickingLawyer uses, so that is the best recommendation any lock can get."
"I use a Kryptonite New York U lock."
"Thick chains are very secure mainly because they’re difficult to keep the chain still while trying to angle grind."
"I get the humongous kryptonite chain because I don’t have to think twice about how much it weighs."
"It's worth the cost to get a quality lock."
#2
Litelok
4.6
(29)
"I use a Litelock X1."
"I have used both the Litelok X1 and X3 and would recommend them."
"But since you asked for the best lock, here is one: https://eu.litelok.com/products/litelok-x3"
"Check out litelok, they eat thru angle grinders."
"Seconding Litelok."
"Would get litelok x1 or x3 or hiplock dx1000 bc both are sold secure diamond rated."
"Get a litelok x1 or x3"
"Get a litelok x1 or x3"
"Litelok X3."
"The strongest lock money can buy is Litelok."
#3
Hiplok
4.5
(25)
"Hiplokd1000+kryptonite Fahgettaboutit+abus chain"
"Hiplok DX1000 (notice the X)."
"It’s angle-grinder proof. Unique that way."
"They're kinda overkill but peace of mind."
"Hiplock D1000."
"If $$$ is no object - HipLok D1000."
"After watching angle grinder videos I decided against locking with anything but Hiplok."
"Hiplok D1000. Spendy, but the best lock ever made."
"The Hiplock D1000 or the Litelok X1 are the best D-locks in terms of angle grinder resistance."
"Hiplock D1000. That’s the only one"
#4
Abus
4.3
(16)
"Hiplok original+ hiplock dxf +abus chain lock"
"I use the Abus Bordo 6000K for my bike and it’s been great."
"(yung berde ang casing)."
"I like the abus folding lock. The bordo, I think. I have two of them, and they’re solid for quick trips into stores and overnight locking just outside the tent."
"I use an Abus folding lock for rear wheel and frame to a solid object."
"I use the ABUS Bordo 6000K/90 BK SH XPlus Folding Lock because it mounts well and is pretty tough."
"I like the abus bordo lock, folds up nice and lo-key."
"Get a mounted abus wheel lock."
"I have the longest abus bordo."
"I've used an abus folding lock for years and never had any issue."
#5
ABUS
4.4
(13)
"Abus or Onguard U lock."
"Of all the locks, ABUS"
"Abus, Kryptonite’s fugetaboutit(sp)"
"I use an arbus u-lock on the back wheel and back frame and one of the arbus articulated combo-lock chains."
"Abus makes a really good u-lock."
"Abus too but if you're somewhere where bike theft is a big problem, you might want two locks from different companies."
"Abus u-lock. But then also check on it every 15 mins."
"ABUS locks are pretty decent."
"I use a heavy duty Abus U lock."
"I strongly recommend looking into getting a keyed alike Abus lock."
#6
U-lock
4.0
(14)
"1) use a U-lock, cable locks take 5 seconds to get through. a U-lock is much more annoying to get through"
"You need a U lock with at least a 12mm shackle (thickness)."
"A mid-range or better U-lock or two is probably the best choice."
"My dad sent me U-locks that includes a cable."
"I used a u lock."
"I would go with either two locks with at least one of them being a U-Lock."
"Two u locks."
"Look for the smallest possible u lock that will fit around the rear tire, frame, and whatever you're locking it to."
"Multiple locks, all good ones (eg no ottolocks or plain cable locks, don't cheap out)."
"I use two locks. First, my wheels to my frame and second, wheel and frame to whatever."
#7
Kryptonite U-lock
4.2
(6)
"Get a beefy u lock and a pinhead set, add a good AirTag holder and you’re golden"
"I'm on a smaller kryptonite."
"Get a beater bike and use two U-Locks and a sturdy chain lock."
"I have a kryptonite u lock as well as the cable."
"A heavy duty chain lock and a heavy duty ulock."
"I've been using just a standard U-lock for my bike."
#8
Seatylock
4.2
(6)
"I got this lock and think it's fantastic."
"I use 2 same-key FoldyLock Forever and sometimes I add a kryptonite NYC lock."
"Seatylock Foldylock Forever strongest lock for the price."
"I have this one along with a cable through the wheels."
"I like my foldy lock."
"It provides sufficient security that most thieves in my area won't attempt to break or cut."
#9
Hiplock
4.4
(5)
"Hiplock D1000"
"It's expensive but itll take multiple disc replacements on an angle grinder to get through."
"Pricey but grinder proof."
"I have the Hiplock D1000. It’s a beast."
"Sure, a $300 Hiplock is more secure than a $75 Kryptonite, but no lock is pick or grind proof."
#10
Chain Lock
4.0
(4)
"Chain locks are much more difficult to grind."
"I use a chain with 1/2” links and a heavy duty lock. It’s a shit load to carry but it’s worth it…"
"You want a big heavy chain lock that cant be picked easily."
"Get a good chain lock and buy insurance."
#11
Foldylock
4.3
(3)
"Foldylock makes a great lock that is very theft deterrent."
"Thanks all. I think I'll be looking for the FoldyLock!"
"We use FoldyLock compacts."
#12
Combo Lock
4.0
(3)
"COMBO. I lost my key."
"Combo lock but write the numbers on your hand."
"Combo. Never key."
#13
D-Lock
4.0
(3)
"I was always partial to my anus granit plus extreme."
"Try to find one that's got a Gold Sold Secure rating or higher."
"Get the chunkiest D-Lock with a key that you can find."
#14
Disc Lock
4.5
(2)
"Disc Lock with alarm (their awesome and like 15 bucks)"
"Multiple disc locks will be more preventative than any single disc lock."
#15
Altor
4.5
(2)
"[this Altor SAF] is the hardest to cut lock."
"Altor SAF"
#16
Folding Lock
4.0
(2)
"I would get a good folding lock and mount it to the water bottle mount."
"I use one of these folding locks, great price and you can use it to lock to a lot more locations."
#17
Wirecutter
4.0
(2)
"The Wirecutter article evaluating bike locks is a classic."
"I like Wirecutter for their recommendations and details."
#18
Otto Lock
4.0
(2)
"I carry an Otto Lock to prevent crimes of opportunity."
"Decent security, good price, lightweight."
#19
Decathlon
2.5
(2)
"For brand recommendations, look for brands with safety ratings."
"Yung mga cheap locks ko na tig 200 nag rurust na mga keys."
#20
Abus Big Bordo
5.0
(1)
"For my bike I use an Abus Big Bordo. It's incredibly secure."
#21
thick chain and fat lock
5.0
(1)
"My dad took me to home depot and bought me some thick ass chain and a fat ass lock. Bike was never stolen"
#22
ART
5.0
(1)
"If you want maximum protection I'd look at ART level 4 u-locks"
#23
AXA
2.5
(2)
"Any thick lock from a proper brand (AXA, Abus eg) will do"
"Whatever you do, don't buy/use an AXA lock."
#24
AirTags
4.0
(1)
"Start putting AirTags in your bikes."
#25
Word Combo Lock
4.0
(1)
"I would say get a word combo lock it’s much easier remembering a short phrase than a series of numbers."
#26
Bike Rack
4.0
(1)
"Make sure the rack you're locking to is securely connected to the ground."
#27
Abus Steelochain 880 chain lock
4.0
(1)
"I've been using them on me bike and they are proper solid."
#28
Kryptonite steel disc brake lock
4.0
(1)
"Personally, I am using a steel disc brake lock by kryptonite and a U lock, also by kryptonite."
#29
Abus U-Lock
4.0
(1)
"I have been using this Abus U-Lock on my electric scooter and it's been great so far."
#30
hiplok
4.0
(1)
"In the running for 'best': https://hiplok.com/product/hiplok-d1000/"
#31
Kryptonite chains
4.0
(1)
"Kryptonite makes chains of variable diameters."
#32
Harbor Freight chain lock
4.0
(1)
"Good enough lock for a cheap ebike"
#33
Sigtuna folding bike lock
4.0
(1)
"My personal recommendation would be to use the Sigtuna folding bike lock."
#34
Tcyoatoa Cable Lock with Combination
4.0
(1)
"This is what I used: Tcyoatoa Cable Locks with Combination."
#35
Abus chain lock
4.0
(1)
"I use an Abus chain one on mine, has worked so far."
#36
Hiplok D1000
4.0
(1)
"The Hiplok D1000 is expensive but is designed to chew up angle grinder cutting discs, so it makes it extremely annoying to cut through."
#37
Kuat bottle lock
4.0
(1)
"Kuat bottle lock, but l don't know if they still make them. lt's a locking cable that coils inside a fake water bottle."
#38
fat chain
4.0
(1)
"The 6th bike was locked with a fat chain. Perhaps that would be easy to penetrate also, but it was thick enough to deter the thief"
#39
U-Lock or Chain
4.0
(1)
"Lock both wheels. For the front wheel you can either use a motorcycle disc lock, or even just a u lock through the spokes."
#40
VIRO
4.0
(1)
"I invested in a VIRO lock and so far so good"
#41
Abus shielded cable lock
4.0
(1)
"I've been using a Abus shielded cable lock for 20yrs."
#42
Litelok X1
4.0
(1)
"Litelok x1, too hard for single angle grinder & light enough to carry on bike."
#43
LockPickingLawyer
4.0
(1)
"I'd recommend checking out the Youtube channel LockPickingLawyer."
#44
Chain and U-Lock
4.0
(1)
"Ideally you would use two or more locks of different functional types, like a chain and a U-lock."
#45
BikeIndex
4.0
(1)
"Register with BikeIndex. Their website has a list of best locks to use."
#46
Motorcycle Chain
4.0
(1)
"I bought by accident but i ended up with 6 foot of motorcycle chain."
#47
Kryptonite Fagettaboudit lock
3.0
(1)
"I invested in the Kryptonite Fagettaboudit lock."
#48
Cable Lock
3.0
(1)
"I just use 2 locks. One cable lock and one u-lock."
#49
Cafe Lock
3.0
(1)
"Look into cafe locks."
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