StarTech.com Universal Laptop Lock 6.6ft (2m), Security Cable For Notebook Compatible With Noble Wedge®/Nano/K-Slot; Keyless Combination Locking Cable, Anti-Theft Cut-Resistant Steel Cable

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For £29.68 ex-VAT, the StarTech universal keyless laptop lock is the sort of “good enough” anti-theft add-on I’d actually recommend for busy reception areas, hot-desking zones, training rooms, or any place where gear is visible but you’re not expecting a full-on attack. The keyless combination part is the big practical win: fewer lost keys, quicker roll-outs across staff, and less admin hassle when laptops move between departments. It’s also easy to fit if your devices have compatible Kensington-style anchor points (Noble Wedge/Nano/K-slot types), so you’re not stuck buying a different lock for each model.

That said, it’s not meant for high-risk environments. Combination cable locks are deterrents, not security. A determined thief can often defeat weak points faster than you’d like, and thin cable security is still thin cable security. I’d buy this only if you’re comfortable treating it as “reduce opportunistic theft” and you’re also using sensible policies (secure storage for overnight, trained staff, no unattended laptops in public spaces). If you’re securing expensive, frequently-targeted equipment or you need something more robust, spending a bit more on a higher-grade tether/anchor setup (or pairing with a proper desk mount) will be money better spent.