Kryptonite Evolution Mini-7 vs ABUS CityChain 1010
Comparison 2026 — Bike Locks
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Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the Kryptonite Evolution Mini-7 edges out the ABUS CityChain 1010 with an overall score of 78/100 against 76/100. It scores particularly well on security (84/100) and ease of use (65/100), making it the better all-round pick in Bike Locks.
The ABUS CityChain 1010 remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €64.95 versus €64.99.
Security winner
Kryptonite Evolution Mini-7
2% higher than its rival
Value winner
Kryptonite Evolution Mini-7
14% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | Kryptonite Evolution Mini-7 | ABUS CityChain 1010 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €64.99 | €64.95 |
| Rating | ★4.4 (3,450) | ★4.5 (960) |
| Overall | 78/100+3% | 76/100 |
| Security | ||
| Type | Beugelslot | Kettingslot |
| Certification | Sold Secure Gold | — |
| Security level | Kryptonite 7/10 | ABUS Level 10/15+43% |
| ART rating | — | ART-2 |
| Cylinder | — | ABUS X-Plus |
| Dimensions | ||
| Shackle width | 8.3 cm | — |
| Shackle height | 17.8 cm | — |
| Weight | 1630 g+121% | 3600 g |
| Material | Gehard staal 13 mm | — |
| Length | — | 85 cm |
| Link thickness | — | 9 mm (vierkant) |
| Sleeve | — | Nylon |
Pros and cons
Kryptonite Evolution Mini-7
Pros
- 13 mm hardened steel shackle resists bolt cutters
- Sold Secure Gold rating — internationally recognised certification
- Compact body fits in a jacket pocket or small backpack
- Includes a 120 cm flexible cable extension for the front wheel
Cons
- The narrow shackle makes it hard to lock around thick poles
- No ART certification — some Dutch insurers only accept ART-rated locks
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