Hiplok Gold vs Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit Mini
Comparison 2026 — Bike Locks
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Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit Mini edges out the Hiplok Gold with an overall score of 90/100 against 74/100. It scores particularly well on security (98/100) and ease of use (60/100), 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 €110.00.
Security winner
Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit Mini
18% higher than its rival
Specifications
| Specification | Hiplok Gold | Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €79.99+38% | €110.00 |
| Rating | ★4.4 (1,850) | ★4.7 (2,180) |
| Overall | 74/100 | 90/100+22% |
| Security | ||
| Type | Draagbaar kettingslot | Beugelslot |
| Certification | Sold Secure Gold | Sold Secure Diamond |
| Cylinder | Disc cylinder | Anti-drill disc cylinder |
| Security level | — | Kryptonite 10/10 |
| Dimensions | ||
| Chain length | 85 cm | — |
| Link thickness | 10 mm | — |
| Weight | 2400 g+75% | 4200 g |
| Waist size | 75-107 cm | — |
| Shackle width | — | 8.3 cm |
| Shackle height | — | 15.3 cm |
| Material | — | Gehard staal 18 mm |
Pros and cons
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
Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit Mini
Pros
- 18 mm hardened steel shackle — the thickest in its class, even professional bolt cutters fail
- Sold Secure Diamond, the highest Sold Secure rating (comparable to ART-3)
- Double-deadbolt locking with anti-drill and anti-pull disc cylinder
- Made for high-risk spots: stations, Amsterdam centre, Utrecht Centraal
Cons
- No ART certification — some Dutch insurers strictly require an ART sticker
- At 4.2 kg far too heavy to carry in a backpack every day