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ABUS Granit Detecto 2.0 Disc Lock
The Abus Granit Detecto X-Plus 8008 is a 16mm locking bolt disc lock made from specially hardened steel. This has an alarm function which emits a 100 dB noise for 15 seconds and th...
ABUS PLUS Detainer Discs 10 Bag
140 Series Single Link Hasp 120mm
The ABUS 140 DISKUS Hasp and Staple series was specifically designed to compliment the DISKUS Padlock series. The 140/120mm has a compact one piece hasp. The hinge pins on these Di...
140 Series Single Link hasp 7.5
The ABUS 140 DISKUS Hasp and Staple series was specifically designed to compliment the DISKUS Padlock series. The 140/190DG has a double jointed hasp for flexibility. The hinge pin...
Granit Detecto XPlus 8077 Alarm Disc Lock
Security with pre-alarm. The ABUS GRANIT Detecto XPlus 8077 2.0 brake disc lock sets standards in terms of quality, protection and convenience. An intelligent pre-alarm indicates m...
ABUS Padlock 83IC-45
Suitable for indoor or outdoor use, this corrosion-resistant lock is compatible with interchangeable cores to allow easy rekeying. It's great for use where locks frequently change...
Combination Padlock
The ABUS 145 Series comes in 6 brilliant colors. These locks are made from a solid aluminum body and are then anodized for maximum protection against the elements. This lock is res...
Brass Padlock
ABUS offers brass padlocks in numerous sizes and variations. Brass padlocks are being used a lot in everyday life. The material itself offers a good level of corrosion resistance w...
ABUS 92 Series Brass Shutter Padlock
The ABUS 92 Series Monoblock Shutter Padlocks have a solid brass body encased in hardened steel jacket. Its shackle is made from hardened steel alloy, which rotates when attacked....
ABUS Diskus 24IB Padlock
Chrome Plated Brass Padlock
88/40 B KD Padlock
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13 mentions from real owners
- #1Aug 8, 2025
What is the most secure “keyed alike” system I can buy for multiple devices?
Honestly, having the best beefiest lock on a cable isn’t going to be much help. Cables can be cut fairly easily with the right cutters, even 1/2” steel. Your best bet is to get a decently sized lock, I’d personally avoid master lock and look at Abus or Squire. The model master lock you attached isn’t the most durable or pick resistant. A simple comb pick can open those. Your best bet to secure those would be a security camera, lights, and maybe double or triple up on the locks and cables. It’s not about stopping them as much as it is about slowing them down and making it as inconvenient as possible for them.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #2Aug 8, 2025
What is the most secure “keyed alike” system I can buy for multiple devices?
Stay far away from Master locks. YouTube’s lock picking lawyer has made them meme-worthy by literally opening some of them faster without the key/combination than you could with them. Here’s a sample, showing the very basic tech they use in their locks. https://youtu.be/3Cpo8S-sC34?si=otJDt_sfr91ZsV2x I would recommend Abus locks instead.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #3Aug 8, 2025
What is the most secure “keyed alike” system I can buy for multiple devices?
I also looked for a really good keyed alike padlock set, and found these: “Abus 20/70 KA Diskus Padlock, Extreme High Security Disk Lock, Keyed Alike (KA)” I bought a couple a few years ago and they have been great. The key action is a little finicky to insert and remove, but not much worse than other padlocks. That’s my only complaint. I chose it because (at the time he showed it in a video comparing disk padlocks) the Lockpicking Lawyer said “I’m not going to pick this open for you, because I can’t.” While I’m sure he’s figured it out since, that’s high and rare praise. https://youtu.be/cm8p4CmeOfk?feature=shared You can order a set of these keyed alike locks from Abus, and with the code for the lock you can go back to order more later. Even if a disk padlock is not what you want, it looks like Abus has a really good product line, with both conventional pin-tumbler mechanisms and a “disk detainer” mechanism that has high pick resistance. I imagine they have keyed-alike locks in other forms as well.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #4Aug 8, 2025
What is the most secure “keyed alike” system I can buy for multiple devices?
If you go with the Abus 83 series, you can get one in a keyway that will match your house (Schlage C, Yale Para, Kwikset). They're good locks.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #5Aug 8, 2025
What is the most secure “keyed alike” system I can buy for multiple devices?
Hope this helps Abus makes pretty good locks https://www.abus.com/usa/Commercial-Security/Industrial-padlocks/High-security-locks A 48” set of bolt cutters can cut up to 1/2 material so a thicker chain like this could work https://www.grainger.com/product/PEWAG-Straight-Chain-5-8-in-Trade-48RD11 30” cable cutters can cut 350mcm Al or Cu or 0.8” So a 1” thick braided steel cable like this could work https://www.grainger.com/product/1DNH5
View on Redditopen_in_new - #6Aug 2, 2025
I am looking for a Garden door lock
Sounds like a classic case of cheap internals — lots of locks use plastic or low-grade alloys even when they look solid. For true durability, check out **Abus Granit**, **Mul-T-Lock**, or **EVVA**. Your €150 budget is enough for a high-security outdoor-rated padlock or Euro cylinder. Are you replacing just the padlock or the whole door mechanism? That might help narrow it down. Curious what others here recommend too.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #7Jul 11, 2025
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I addressed that in my post. You can take the picking however you like, the locks are all still solid recs.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #8Jul 5, 2025
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@ixi_fans do you know if the Abus Titalium (ABUS Titalium 96TI/50 for example) are significantly less good than the ones you suggest ? They are significantly cheaper here. Thanks.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #9May 10, 2025
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Abus or Kryptonite bicycle locks
View on Redditopen_in_new - #10May 5, 2025
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I use that same Abus on my daily backpack/bag. I think it is the perfect balance between brute strength and weight/size. I said it above but that lock is stealthy... looks like a typical boring lock but it hides some serious hardware. If you've never used a Disc Detainer Core lock the key might look wonky... but that weirdness is what makes those locks nearly unpickable. When you bought the 88/40... did it say "key retaining"... if so, that means you can't take the key out of the lock while it is open, this is a nice feature so you don't accidentally lock yourself out and losing keys!
View on Redditopen_in_new - #11May 5, 2025
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Thank you so much for such a detailed and fast answer! I'm ok with walking around with a key if it means that I have less of a chance of being robbed. My main concern is that I will be taking my company laptop with me on my next trip so I need extra protection. Found the Abus 88/40 on Amazon and just bought it. Again, thank you so much!
View on Redditopen_in_new - #12May 5, 2025
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Hey! Any suggestions for someone trying to stay a bit more secure while staying in hostels? I find that the usual padlocks are to thick to some of the holes in lockers doors. Any tips are appreciated, thanks.
View on Redditopen_in_new - #13Mar 3, 2025
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Hahaha, I took that one in and out a few times... ***It is a fantastic lock***. It felt so weird throwing up only Abus and Abloy, but hey, they are the best at their respective pricepoints. Most gym/hostel locks are ⅜" (9.5mm)... to save hassle of it not fitting I always say take it down a 5/16" (8mm)
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