Material Durability | Heavy-duty outdoor storage | Industry Standard: Basic steel (ASTM A36) Our Base: Steel with epoxy coating (ASTM D3359 adhesion) Our Advanced: Stainless steel (ASTM A240 Grade 304) | ▲ Base: 30% corrosion resistance ▲▲ Advanced: 50% corrosion resistance vs. Standard | Advanced: Heavier (1.2kg) ▲ Base: Slightly bulkier than Standard |
Lock Security Level | Commercial vehicle fleets | Industry Standard: Cylindrical lock (ANSI Grade 2) Our Base: Pick-resistant design (TÜV certified) Our Advanced: Anti-theft certification (ETL Listed) | ▲ Base: 2x harder to pick ▲▲ Advanced: Tamper-proof mechanism (43 dB alert) | Advanced: Requires 2 keys for full access (less user-friendly) |
Key Management | Multi-user garages | Industry Standard: 1 key (no customization) Our Base: 2 keys + reset feature (ISO 11843) Our Advanced: 3 keys + RFID override (ISO/IEC 14443) | ▲ Base: Easy key duplication ▲▲ Advanced: Remote key revocation | Advanced: Higher cost (+$20/unit) for RFID tech |
Installation Compatibility | DIY home use | Industry Standard: Requires tools (hex wrench) Our Base: Tool-free snap-fit (SAE J1192) Our Advanced: Universal fit (adapts to 1.25–2" receivers) | ▲ Base: 5-min setup ▲▲ Advanced: Works with all hitch sizes | Advanced: Slightly protrudes (adds 2cm length) |
Theft Resistance | High-crime parking lots | Industry Standard: 2mm steel shackle (EN 1225) Our Base: 3mm hardened steel (ASTM F1719) Our Advanced: 4mm boron alloy (MIL-STD-461) | ▲ Base: Withstands 1,500 lbs force ▲▲ Advanced: 3,000 lbs force | Advanced: Bulky design may interfere with hitch covers |
Cost-Effectiveness | Budget-conscious consumers | Industry Standard: $25–$40 (no warranty) Our Base: $35–$50 (5-year warranty) Our Advanced: $60–$80 (10-year warranty + insurance) | ▲ Base: 2x longer lifespan ▲▲ Advanced: Includes theft insurance | Advanced: 50% pricier than Base |