AXA Fold 100 vs Trelock FS 360 Code - Where are the differences?

Let's take the two folding locks AXA Fold 100 and Trelock FS 360 Code in the comparison and take a closer look at the differences.

Locking system

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

• Key
• combination lock

The Trelock FS 360 Code has a locking system with a key and is therefore the somewhat more secure variant of the two models. the Trelock FS 360 Code has a combination lock. 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 combination of the AXA Fold 100 consists of 4 numbers. 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 AXA Fold 100 has a weight of 960 g. The weight of the Trelock FS 360 Code is 980 g. In this case the Fold 100 performs worse.

Length

The length of the AXA Fold 100 is 100 cm. Thus the Trelock FS 360 Code with 85 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 Fold 100. 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 AXA Fold 100 has the securetylevel 9 of 15. The securetylevel of the Trelock FS 360 Code is 3 of 6.