Abus Bordo Combo Lite 6150 vs Bordo Lite Mini 6055 - Where are the differences?

Let's look at the differences between the two folding locks Bordo Combo Lite 6150 and Bordo Lite Mini 6055 from Abus in comparison.

Locking system

There are primarily two types of locking systems for bicycle locks, especially folding locks:

• Key
• combination lock

At The Abus Bordo Lite Mini 6055 you get a combination lock. The Abus Bordo Lite Mini 6055 works with a key. A locking system with a key is generally somewhat more secure, as the cylinder is better locked and therefore more stable. In comparison, a combination lock is a little easier to break open. A combination lock can also be used to test combinations and thus open the lock. However, this takes some time and is not interesting for many thieves. A small advantage with combination locks is that you cannot lose a key. We rather recommend buying a folding lock with a key. The Abus Bordo Combo Lite 6150 has a combination of 4 digits. Neither of the two locks has a cover on the lock cylinder.

Weight

With a bicycle lock, weight is an interesting and also important factor. A heavy bicycle lock is usually made of stronger material and is therefore safer. The Abus Bordo Combo Lite 6150 has a weight of 520 g. The weight of the Abus Bordo Lite Mini 6055 is 400 g. Thus the the Bordo Combo Lite 6150 is more difficult in this comparison and comes off better.

Length

The length of the Abus Bordo Combo Lite 6150 is 85 cm. Thus the Abus Bordo Lite Mini 6055 with 28.2 cm is shorter and offers less leeway.

A shorter bicycle lock has the disadvantage that it offers less space when chaining. On the other hand, it is a little safer, so thieves do not have as much room and leverage to break it open. Especially with folding locks the length has an effect on security. The longer the lock is, the more elements are used. Each element makes the folding lock more unstable and offers more risk for theft.

According to the principle you get a little less security with the Bordo Combo Lite 6150. The length naturally also affects the weight of the bicycle lock. This is relatively logical, since more material is used.

Securety Level

The Securetylevel describes the security level of the bicycle locks. However, this value is not a standard and is determined by each manufacturer. Sometimes the maximum value is raised after a certain time.

Therefore you must always consider the individual maximum value for the securetylevel. The Abus Bordo Combo Lite 6150 has the securetylevel 6 of 15. The securetylevel of the Abus Bordo Lite Mini 6055 is 7 of 15. Thus the manufacturer classifies the Abus Bordo Combo Lite 6150 as less reliable in this comparison.