Kryptonite Evolution Mini-7 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 Kryptonite Evolution Mini-7 with an overall score of 90/100 against 78/100. 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 Kryptonite Evolution Mini-7 remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €64.99 versus €110.00.
Security winner
Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit Mini
14% higher than its rival
Value winner
Kryptonite Evolution Mini-7
18% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | Kryptonite Evolution Mini-7 | Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit Mini |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €64.99+69% | €110.00 |
| Rating | ★4.4 (3,450) | ★4.7 (2,180) |
| Overall | 78/100 | 90/100+15% |
| Security | ||
| Type | Beugelslot | Beugelslot |
| Certification | Sold Secure Gold | Sold Secure Diamond |
| Security level | Kryptonite 7/10 | Kryptonite 10/10+43% |
| Cylinder | — | Anti-drill disc cylinder |
| Dimensions | ||
| Shackle width | 8.3 cm | 8.3 cm |
| Shackle height | 17.8 cm+16% | 15.3 cm |
| Weight | 1630 g+158% | 4200 g |
| Material | Gehard staal 13 mm | Gehard staal 18 mm+38% |
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
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