Top 12 lock manufacturers

*Overview of the best according to the editors of Healthy Food Near Me. About selection criteria. This material is subjective, is not an advertisement and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Modern society has not yet grown to such a level of development as to leave the doors open in a house, apartment or garage. Therefore, lock manufacturers will not be left without work in the near future. Today in stores you can find the most ingenious locking systems, and the ageless classics are also offered to the consumer. Products differ not only in price and size, but also in design and burglary resistance. The recommendations of our experts will help potential buyers choose the best option for protection against intruders.

How to choose the right door lock

appointment. There are many different designs on sale, all products can be grouped according to their purpose.

1. Door models are most often mortise locking elements that do not spoil the appearance. The strengths include the variety of models and reliability.

2. Garage locks come in a variety of designs. It can be mortise or overhead models. The main selection criterion will be high strength and protection against burglary. A high degree of moisture and frost resistance of all elements of the locking system will be useful.

3. There are many special locks that are installed on the doors of safes, gun rooms. It is necessary to buy such devices taking into account the requirements of supervisory authorities.

door mechanisms. To reliably protect against the penetration of thieves, manufacturers use several effective door mechanisms.

1. The most popular are cylinder models. They are characterized by safety, ease of installation and carefree operation. But low burglary resistance is a serious obstacle for use in entrance doors, the additional installation of armored overlays helps to solve the problem.

2. Level locks are very popular in Russia. Hacking such a locking element is quite difficult, the design is worthy of resisting the masters of the master key.

3. Electronic locks are considered the most modern. Although the price for them remains high, Russian homeowners increasingly prefer these efficient systems. Opening can be done with remote controls, cards, codes or fingerprints.

4. Combined locks can boast of maximum reliability at the present time. They are ideal for installation in the entrance group. Manufacturers vary different combinations of mechanical and electronic elements.

Security classes. To assess the degree of protection of the locking device, manufacturers assign their products the appropriate security class. All locks are divided into 4 groups, the higher the indicated figure, the more reliable the protection. The minimum security level is class 1, such a lock is opened by specialists within 5 minutes. But a class 4 system resists a qualified burglar for more than half an hour.

Our review includes 12 of the best lock manufacturers. Their locking elements are sold in the Russian trade network. When distributing places in the review, the editors of the magazine simplerule relied on expert opinion, taking into account consumer feedback.

Rating of the best manufacturers of locks

Mul-T-Lock

Rating: 5.0

The locks of the well-known Israeli company Mul-T-Lock have exceptional reliability and durability. The company was founded in 1973, all these years the brand has been in the leading positions in the world. Branches, dealerships and service centers of the manufacturer are scattered all over the planet. Experts consider unique projects of their own to be the secret of success; the company boasts hundreds of patents. Thanks to the use of high-quality materials, the service life of the locks is very long. Most models have a 10 year warranty. The manufacturer has provided reliable protection of its products against counterfeiting and copying keys. Even experienced burglars are afraid to mess with Israeli locks. The brand becomes the winner of our review.

Domestic users speak flatteringly about the reasonable price, reliable mechanisms, smooth running.

ABLOY

Rating: 4.9

One of the oldest manufacturers in the European market is the Finnish company ABLOY. The experts liked the cylindrical door locks the most. Their strong point is reliable protection against hacking. Today, there is a high demand for interactive locking mechanisms with remote control. A unique master system allows you to combine several lock products into a single whole. Such protection options are used in hotels and offices. Russian consumers are also showing interest in locks for interior doors. The advantages of the models are convenient configuration and smooth running. The brand wins silver in our review.

Domestic users are satisfied with the wide functionality, burglary resistance, innovation. Of the minuses, only the high price is noted.

Abus

Rating: 4.8

The German company Abus closes the top three of our review. Back in the 20s of the last century, a small enterprise produced the first barn lock. Today, the international corporation produces a full range of mortise and hinged locking elements, which are sold in different countries of the world. Experts consider cylindrical mechanisms to be the most successful designs. Their advantages are reliability and burglary resistance. The manufacturer should include effective protection of metal parts against corrosion as an asset. In the assortment you can find both expensive products and budget models.

In the reviews, users praise German locks for the use of high-quality materials, compatibility with eurocylinders from other manufacturers, and the possibility of using them in wet rooms.

CISA

Rating: 4.7

Over 30 thousand types of security lock systems are produced by the Italian company CISA. The quality of products meets the requirements of international standards, which is confirmed by the ISO 9001 quality certificate. Experts call the brand strategic, many specialists associate its name with exemplary quality and safety. The history of the company began in 1926, after the war, production in Florence was stopped and revived in Faenza. The conquest of the European market has been going on since 1983, when a production site was built in Spain. In the 90s branches were built in France and Great Britain.

Domestic consumers highly appreciate the reliability of the Cisa 11610.60.1 lock, which is sold at a reasonable price.

Mottura

Rating: 4.6

Since 1963, the Italian company Mottura has been producing locks and hardware. The first products of a small enterprise were door locks and fittings. Today, the company’s monthly turnover is one million euros. The brand successfully competes with the world giants in the market of heavy locks. Italian products are in steady demand in Europe, Russia and South America. In the brand’s catalog you can find two-system, level and cylindrical models. In our country, the lock for the metal door Mottura 54.Y787 My Key is popular. To replace the key, it is not necessary to dismantle the locking mechanism.

In reviews, branded products are praised for their practicality, high-quality manufacturing and ease of installation. Of the shortcomings, the high price is noted.

Castle Lock

Rating: 4.5

The Turkish company Kale Kilit managed to find the optimal balance of price and quality. The company was founded in 1953, thanks to investments, production developed dynamically and powerfully. Currently, the range is represented by door locks of various designs, as well as locking systems for safes. Experts highly appreciated the practicality and reliability of Turkish products. In Russia, locks are successfully implemented due to affordable prices and innovative developments. An example is the KALE 257 door lock, which withstands all kinds of burglary attempts. The brand closes the TOP-6 of our review.

On thematic forums, Turkish locks are praised for their reliability, ease of replacement, affordability and good quality. Of the minuses, there is a slight jamming in some models.

Tesa

Rating: 4.4

In the early years of its formation (1941), the Spanish company Tesa produced suitcases. Perhaps the problem of fixing the cover caused the reorientation of production in 1941 to the manufacture of door locks. Thanks to the dynamic development, the company quickly became the leader in the European market. In the 80s, the company’s engineers developed electronic locks. The innovative approach was noted by the experts, most of all they liked the models with an autonomous access system. Trademark owned by ASSA Abloy Corporation.

The products of the Spanish brand are not in high demand in our country. Experts believe that one of the reasons for the low interest is the fragility of cylindrical mechanisms.

PERC

Rating: 4.3

In recent years, the Russian company PERCo has become a serious competitor to foreign manufacturers of locks. She earned in 1988, focusing on the design and production of security systems. Many lock models popular in Russia were first developed by PERCo specialists. For example, in 1993 an electromechanical lock for offices was manufactured, and since 2001 turnstiles have been supplied to non-CIS countries (Iceland, Japan, France, Great Britain). The manufacturer has successfully passed certification in accordance with the international standard ISO 9001. Experts list fire and electrical safety as an asset for locking systems.

Russian consumers are satisfied with the high-quality manufacturing, burglary resistance and durability of locks. But the manufacturer’s assortment is still quite modest.

Border

Rating: 4.2

Border is considered the largest Russian manufacturer of locks. The enterprise was created on the basis of the Ryazan plant of calculating and analytical machines. There are about 300 items in the brand’s catalog, in addition to door models, there are locking elements for gun safes. Products are supplied to all regions of the country, as well as to the markets of neighboring countries. Experts note the effective work of the design bureau, in the depths of which new models of locks are born. The manufacturer should include the use of high-quality materials as an asset, which favorably affects the durability of products.

The most popular model in Russia is the Border 71602 garage lock. It is highly durable and durable. Of the minuses, long keys are noted.

Elbor

Rating: 4.1

The oldest Russian enterprise Elbor closes the top ten lock trade marks. Experts from the Ministry of Internal Affairs appreciated the reliability of locking systems, they recommend equipping them with weapons rooms. An example of burglary resistance is the lever type Sapphire 1.09.06.5.5.1. Consumers are attracted by a combination of affordable cost and safety. The brand deserves praise for the constant development of new models, as well as the improvement of existing locks based on user comments.

Russian users flatter about clear feedback, the manufacturer listens to the opinion of the owners and helps to solve problems that arise. Of the shortcomings, the tight rotation of the mechanism is mentioned.

TITAN

Rating: 4.0

The Slovenian manufacturer of locks TITAN boasts a rich history. The enterprise was organized back in 1896, and the production of mortise locks began 25 years later. Thanks to its own design department, the company manages to design new modern products. Experts drew attention to innovative locks, which are controlled via a dynamic radio signal. The European quality of all models is confirmed by the international certificate ISO 9001. Locking systems are supplied to many countries of the world, including Russia.

Russian consumers speak highly of the TITAN-Battery+ lock, which is often installed on a metal door. The model has 5 levels of protection, the device runs on batteries or household mains.

APECS

Rating: 4.0

The Chinese manufacturer APECS closes our review. This brand competes on equal terms with the recognized leaders in the lock industry due to its affordable price and decent quality. At the same time, experts note a fairly high level of secrecy (class 4) and burglary resistance. Locks with dignity stand the test of power scrapping and manipulation with master keys. Domestic consumers liked the APECS 1023/60-AB mortise lock. It is bought for installation, both in interior and in metal doors.

A distinctive feature of Chinese products is a beautiful and durable electroplating. The asset should include rich equipment and high-quality packaging of products. Of the minuses, poor self-centering of the key is noted when inserted into the keyhole.

Attention! This material is subjective, is not an advertisement and does not serve as a guide to the purchase. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.