AXA Defender vs Trelock BC 680
Comparison 2026 — Bike Locks
Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the Trelock BC 680 edges out the AXA Defender with an overall score of 70/100 against 68/100. It scores particularly well on security (70/100) and ease of use (72/100), making it the better all-round pick in Bike Locks.
The AXA Defender remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €34.95 versus €44.95.
Value winner
AXA Defender
13% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | AXA Defender | Trelock BC 680 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €34.95+29% | €44.95 |
| Rating | ★4.3 (2,680) | ★4.2 (620) |
| Overall | 68/100 | 70/100+3% |
| Security | ||
| Type | Ringslot | Kettingslot |
| ART rating | ART-2 | ART-2 |
| Security level | AXA Level 12 | — |
| Cylinder | — | Trelock schijfcilinder |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 640 g+291% | 2500 g |
| Material | Gehard staal | — |
| Length | — | 110 cm |
| Sleeve | — | Textiel |
Pros and cons
AXA Defender
Pros
- ART-2 certified — meets baseline Dutch insurance requirements
- Simple one-handed operation, perfect for quick stops
- Fits almost every Dutch city bike via standard mounting points
- Plug-in chain accessory available separately for a second layer
Cons
- Only blocks the rear wheel — a thief can still lift the bike and walk away
- Not enough as a standalone lock for expensive e-bikes
Trelock BC 680
Pros
- ART-2 certified — meets Dutch e-bike insurance requirements up to 3,000 euros
- 110 cm length — generous for cargo-bike frames and wide NS racks
- Textile sleeve protects paint and prevents rattle
- Sharply priced — one of the cheapest ART-2 chain locks on the market
Cons
- Thinner links than the ABUS CityChain 1010 — mechanically more basic
- Cylinder is less sophisticated than ABUS Plus or X-Plus