ABUS CityChain 1010 vs Hiplok Gold
Comparison 2026 — Bike Locks
Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the ABUS CityChain 1010 edges out the Hiplok Gold with an overall score of 76/100 against 74/100. It scores particularly well on security (82/100) and ease of use (66/100), making it the better all-round pick in Bike Locks.
The Hiplok Gold remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €79.99 versus €64.95.
Security winner
ABUS CityChain 1010
2% higher than its rival
Value winner
ABUS CityChain 1010
4% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | ABUS CityChain 1010 | Hiplok Gold |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €64.95+23% | €79.99 |
| Rating | ★4.5 (960) | ★4.4 (1,850) |
| Overall | 76/100+3% | 74/100 |
| Security | ||
| Type | Kettingslot | Draagbaar kettingslot |
| ART rating | ART-2 | — |
| Security level | ABUS Level 10/15 | — |
| Cylinder | ABUS X-Plus | Disc cylinder |
| Certification | — | Sold Secure Gold |
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 85 cm | — |
| Link thickness | 9 mm (vierkant) | 10 mm+11% |
| Weight | 3600 g | 2400 g+50% |
| Sleeve | Nylon | — |
| Chain length | — | 85 cm |
| Waist size | — | 75-107 cm |
Pros and cons
ABUS CityChain 1010
Pros
- ART-2 certified for Dutch e-bike insurance
- 9 mm square links — bolt cutters slip instead of biting
- ABUS X-Plus cylinder with strong anti-pick and anti-drill resistance
- Nylon sleeve protects paint and muffles rattle while riding
Cons
- At 3.6 kg heavy — better suited to fixed parking than daily carry
- 85 cm is tight around cargo-bike frames or wide NS racks
Hiplok Gold
Pros
- Wearable around the waist — no weight on your shoulders in a backpack
- 10 mm links, Sold Secure Gold — serious bolt-cutter resistance
- Textile sleeve adjusts to waist sizes from 75 to 107 cm
- Reflective stripe on the sleeve for added dark-hours visibility
Cons
- No ART certification — some Dutch insurers only accept ART-rated locks
- The wearable system does not feel comfortable for everyone — awkward over a winter coat