The 10 Best Hardened Steel chains (2023 reviews)

We consider a hardened steel chain to be a worthy investment in the long run. We are here to help you choose the right one for your needs from all the best available products in market today.

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Best Overall: Buy: Abus individual Link READ REVIEW

Best With alarm: Buy: AKM Hardened Steel Chain READ REVIEW

Best For One Or Two Bikes: Buy: Kryptonite Great Lock READ REVIEW

Best For Scooter: Buy: Ram-Pro Hardened Steel Chain READ REVIEW

Best For medium Level Protection: Buy: Kryptonite Hardened Steel Chain READ REVIEW

Best For front rotor: Buy: Abus Hardened Steel Chain READ REVIEW

Best With padlock: Buy: BIGLUFU Chain Lock READ REVIEW

Best For securing Bikes: Buy: OKG Hardened Steel Chain READ REVIEW

Best For Locking lawnmowers: Buy: BIGLUFU Hardened Steel Chain READ REVIEW

Best For securing A large number Of objects And areas: Buy: Generic Hardened Steel Chain READ REVIEW

Best Overall: Abus individual Link

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The latest abus individual link is an absolute beast in terms of its features, and rightfully takes the top spot with ease. These ABUS combo locks work really weel and are a solid lock. It is excellent for motorized vehicles, or locking your bicycle in front of your house. The chain comes with a cover/sheath installed from end to end that is rivited in place, it does not slide/twist out of place, and most importantly, it will not scratch chrome or paint.

The chain is very sturdy. The links are elongated so one end link can be fit through the other at the ends. This chain will thwart thieves and would gladly pay someone to attempt to cut or break this chain. This is perfect for motorcycle rollaway prevention.

• Limited versatility because it is only
• Heavy duty, peace of mind against theft
• Perfect chain for locking your bike up

Best With alarm: AKM Hardened Steel Chain

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We know from years of feedback from readers, customers and amazon sellers, what most people want in a convenient and appropriate chain. The akm hardened steel chain is exactly that - it's a simple chain that hits all the right notes. This chain / lock combination is HEAVY. It fits perfect on rotors to add to that it is a heavy duty bike lock. It has an oversized ring on one end so you can create a loop and make a longer chain to have more room between what you are locking down and where you are locking it too. The fabric covering the chain protects the bike well. It will help keep the lock protected from the elements.

It comes with an iron circular ring, which extends the range of use. The lock is a little tricky to lock and unlock until you get used to the mechanism, it is in no way a bad lock. It is more suitable at home than on the road where you would need to carry it with you.

• Very heavy chain and it comes with 4 keys
• Super thick chain, heavy, durable and excellent quality
• Great heavy duty lock, makes a wonderful deterrent to would be thief's
• Very heavy duty good quality chain that works perfectly

Best For One Or Two Bikes: Kryptonite Great Lock

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Kryptonite offers a variety of chain for personal choice and yet maintaining quality in all the variants. You'll probably want a heavy-duty hiking backpack or a rear bike-mounted saddlebag if you plan on taking this thing anywhere with you. This chain and lock is VERY heavy BUT considering the size and durability, its well worth the money. It's big enough to lock pretty much anything, and you can pass the chain through the frame and the rear wheel. The links are hexagonal case hardened, and the lock is a very small evolution u-lock. The sleeve is also really helpful if you're going to tie up to your frame while riding.

The braided cable can be cut fairly easily but this chain would require major power tools, time, and noise to cut. This is very heavy to carry over your bag or shoulders.

• Drip lube along the two arm holes of the u-arm
• Excellent quality and very heavy duty
• Great lock, maximum security that you can reasonably carry with you
• Strong, very very strong, its heavy, big and safe

Best For Scooter: Ram-Pro Hardened Steel Chain

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This makes the average bike chains you might pickup at Walmart or other stores look like kid's toys. It provides security for even those hard to lock up possessions, protected from prying, sawing, and cutting, perfect for your most valuable bikes and property protected from both theft and damage.

This heavy duty chain is ideal for securing your bike. The chain is extremely thick and solid, and the fabric cover is durable too. It's also covered in durable fabric and does not rattle. The tube covering is flimsy and short. It's a heavy duty chain shrouded in a rugged and durable black material so that it doesn't scratch up your paint. The fabric cover is quite heavy as well and keeps the chain from rattling.

• Decently thick chain and good quality protractor sleeve
• Really thick, well built, nice cover
• New and hot release

Best For medium Level Protection: Kryptonite Hardened Steel Chain

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The kryptonite hardened steel chain is capable of outshining several other chain featured in this list in overall features in its price range. It's a great bike lock chain. It's sturdy and as a chain, you can navigate trickier bike lock situations. It takes a few tries to get the lock lined up. It includes 2 stainless steel keys. There are three length options, you can get the 5', the 37" and the mini.

It's good for medium level protection. It's heavy duty to keep your ride safe. It's made from kryptonite’s high performing 3t manganese steel.

• Nice heavy lock, flexible for small spaces and oddly shaped frames
• One of the new comers and featured product

Best For front rotor: Abus Hardened Steel Chain

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The abus hardened steel chain is satisfactory and appropriate and fits well with your daily usage. It is good solution for locking a motorbike to a fixed object. The chain is heavy and thick, and the component that actually locks is SOLID. It may also be possible to use a combination of a brake disk lock and a chain. The protective cover greatly reduces the potential of scratching your motorcycle.

The chain is nice because it has a covering that won't scratch the paint of your bike. It is secured in this way and cannot simply be picked up and carried away.

• Manual cover for the keyhole against dirt and corrosion
• Optional camera that you can review remotely
• Heavy weight, solid build quality, water resistant

Best With padlock: BIGLUFU Chain Lock

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The motorcycle security chain is made of unbreakable 3 t manganese steel, 10 mm thickness chain, strong and tough, can withstand totally 6kn tension and 13kn shear force providing maximum cut resistance and much safer than most of other chain lock in the market. The chain lock is wrapped by a water-resistant nylon sleeve, which is scratch-proof and wear-resistant, protects the chain from scratching your property.

This chain lock is made of manganese steel, and special hardened steel will allow years to use. It fits thru the loop and will keep bike thieves away. The Combination lock mechanism is solid, however the chain is relatively thin compared to a Kryptonite equivalent abd therefore prone to cutting. It’s a solid size and length. This chain is nice when used in conjunction with a sturdy U lock for sorting stops while bicycling. It is made of hardened steel design for both residental and industrial use.

• Worth it to deter theft, decent sized chain and smooth lock movement
• Decent thickness chain with cloth cover so it won't scratch bike
• Easy to set up and operate

Best For securing Bikes: OKG Hardened Steel Chain

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Next on the list, we've got yet another chain that manages to win our hearts. It's the okg hardened steel chain and it's widely considered as chain that has the most suitable features. It’s good it comes with two keys. It is suitable for securing bikes, motorcycles, scooters, trailers, mopeds, gates, fences, and grills. The weight and gauge thickness are definitely intimidating even though hidden, so potential thieves would think twice once grabbing it. The key mechanism here works well and the whole product gives a feeling of confidencedurability and security.

The material is hardened alloy steel, and it uses 1/4" thick square hardened steel. It is designed to reduce torque and breakage. It is good it comes with two keys.

• Heavy duty chain for while on bike rack
• Super thick and strong bike lock
• Durable construction, combined with its ease of use and versatility

Best For Locking lawnmowers: BIGLUFU Hardened Steel Chain

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We know from years of feedback from readers, customers and amazon sellers, what most people want in a convenient and appropriate chain. The biglufu hardened steel chain is exactly that - it's a simple chain that hits all the right notes. It is ideal for locking lawnmowers, sports equipment, tool boxes, motorcycle & scooter, skateboards, gates, fences, grills, ladders etc.

• Good brand reputation
• Good investment for long term

Best For securing A large number Of objects And areas: Generic Hardened Steel Chain

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We would, of course, be remiss if we didn't mention generic hardened steel chain for daily purpose. The case hardened steel padlock is perfect for securing a large number of objects and areas. It is constructed of laminated riveted plate steel for maximum strength, reliable safety. It is durable but very short enough to go through the tire to lock it up. It can use the included heavy duty laminated steel padlock and has an expert lock that cannot be picked.

The chain lock itself is made of electroplated brass and hardened stainless steel shell, which can not be defeated with any normal burglary tools. It is individually factory tested to ensure smooth performance before packing.

• Each padlock is individually factory tested to ensure smooth performance before packing
• New and hot release