Best Laptop Locks

Given that security slots from Kensington are virtually synonymous with laptop security slots in general, any of the company's products should do a fine job of protecting your laptop from thieves. But the laptop security lock in question may just be the strongest option on the market right now. The lock itself is tamper-resistant thanks, for the most part, to the T-bar locking technology that firmly attaches to the internal wall of any device that comes equipped with the Kensington Security Slot.

As for the locking mechanism, the company decided to go with the classic 4-wheel combination. And we can't blame them for that since a mechanism like that will provide you with 10 thousand potential codes to choose from, so there's virtually no chance that a burglar will be able to pick up the code. Other than that, what we have here is your standard package from Kensington. In addition to the laptop safety lock, you will receive a plastic tie that will come in handy for cable management purposes. The cable is as cut-resistant as ever. The standard push-button design adds a touch of convenience. Finally, the company's signature Register & Retrieve™ program will allow you to easily retrieve the code if it ever gets stolen.

All in all, any notebook and laptop lock is all about security. But the particular product from Kensington with its extra accessories and nice little features manages to grab the cake as one of the most complete and convenient options on the market.

Sendt is a standalone company but their laptop cable lock works perfectly fine with Kensington security slot, the most popular lock slot out there. But what we have here isn't just some sort of a cheap rip-off as the quality of the lock is outstanding and the company made sure to add their own little twist to it. While the lock itself serves as a theft deterrent since the majority of criminals simply do not have the time to try to snap the cable, some of them just might give it a whirl. But we wouldn't bet on them succeeding with the product's 6-feet zinc alloy cable that is as cut-resistant as it gets.

Cable aside, the laptop lock features the 4-wheel combination design, the sort of design that entails 10,000 user-settable combinations. Part of that design is a construction that prevents the owner from accidentally resetting the combination and that isn't the kind of feature that you'd want to take for granted. The standard push-button model is also being utilized in this lock, so you'll be able to quickly and effortlessly set the security in motion using a single hand. Finally, the best part about Sendt's product is the fact that it works with netbooks, TV sets, monitors, projectors and just about any device that features a Kensington compatible security slot.

In conclusion, the black security lock from Sendt is easily the best option for people who are looking to protect other devices. But it isn't like the lock wouldn't fit most individuals with compatible lock slots who would like to prevent their laptops from theft.

As some of you may be aware at this point, Kensington is the leading manufacturer of computer locks and security slots. And according to the company's experts, about 40% of laptops are stolen in private offices. And with more and more corporations nowadays adopting the so-called "Bring Your Own Device" policy, it isn't just a laptop but a monitor and other peripherals that are at risk of being stolen. So if that sounds like your type of scenario, you might want to give the Kensington K64615US Desktop Computer and Peripherals Locking Kit a chance.

As the long and slightly overly complicated name of the product suggests, what we have here is an entire locking kit that will allow you to lock down a desktop computer and a number of additional peripherals. If one of those peripherals doesn't come equipped with the Kensington security slot, you can use the supplementary anchor plate that sticks to just about any flat surface and secures the device that either doesn't have a lock slot at all or features a different, incompatible slot. The company's very own Hidden Pin™ technology does a pretty remarkable job when it comes to making sure that the tubular lock can't be picked by tampering with the circular area where the key is inserted. Finally, there's the cut-resistant eight-feet cable comprised of engineered woven carbon steel and sheathed in a protective sleeve. Though the cable is quite thin, it features a cut-resistance level that is very similar to some of the thicker cables.

Simply put, what we're dealing with here is a multi-piece security setup. A couple of plated K-slot adapters secure those devices that come equipped with Kensington Security Slot and the cable trap proves its worth by securing a wired keyboard and mouse.

The model from Ruban doesn't necessarily bring anything new to the table. But it doesn't really have to, does it? This isn't rocket science we're dealing with here. A lock has to be secure and reliable and these words perfectly describe Ruban's product. The 6.2-feet zinc alloy cable offers just the right amount of length and cut-resistant properties to deliver in the convenience department without compromising on security. It doesn't rely on a 4-wheel combination but instead features a standard locking mechanism that works with a key. The package also includes a spare key in case you manage to lose the first one.

This laptop lock is also not a bad option in terms of versatility. The T-bar mechanism allows the product to work with the majority of modern laptops. On top of that, the lock is suitable for notebooks, desktops, docking stations, and other devices that feature the standard security locking slot hole as a part of their design. Other than the lock, the package also includes a velcro tie that will make cable management a lot simpler. The only real gripe we have with this product is the braiding of the cables as it wears off relatively quickly.

But, aside from that, if you're just looking to protect your laptop and you do not necessarily care for gimmicky features with questionable value, you might want to give this laptop security lock a chance. It's a small price to pay for keeping your hardware and data safe and secure.

The Bodyguard LT02 Laptop Lock is as sleek of a product as these things can get. But don't let the design fool you. Despite the way it looks, the name "Bodyguard" wasn't given to it just for kicks and giggles. While the majority of these products feature a zinc alloy cable, the manufacturers behind this one decided to go with pure steel, making their cable that much more cut-resistant, so you won't have to worry about some overly eager criminal willing to go to great lengths to snatch your laptop.

The said cable is also 6.5-feet long, making it slightly more convenient than the rest of them. Unfortunately, the model loses the convenience points that it gets from the cable due to the swivel joint at the lock that only pivots in one direction, admittedly a small thing but the one that will make it a tad more uncomfortable to pull out the lock. On the flip side, you shouldn't have any issues with inserting the lock as it features the standard T-bar design that is compatible with the majority of lock slots. The package includes a couple of spare keys, so you will be able to afford a bit more negligence with the key. Plus, part of that package is also the velcro tie that will help with cable management.

To rephrase our earlier point, the Bodyguard LT02 Laptop Lock looks as sleek as a lock can be but don't let the looks fool you. This is a capable and reliable solution that will offer you a certain peace of mind knowing that your laptop and the data on it is as safe as it can be.