Best Metal Pegboard Locks (2026): 5 Picks Compared

Midway through a brake job, the hook holding the caliper wrench slips off the pegboard and the wrench lands on the concrete. Hooks fall off pegboards because nothing holds them in the hole, and a bump, a pull or a brush of a sleeve is enough to drop a tool. The best metal pegboard locks wedge into the hole behind the hook so the hook stays put when you grab a tool or bump the board. This guide compares rubber, silicone and plastic locks by the things that decide whether they fit your board: hole size, hook size, material and pack size.

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Picks for the garage

#	Product	Shop Score	Buy
1	120 pcs Pegboard Hook Locks Black Peg Board Plugs	9.7/10	Buy on Amazon
2	Pegboard Hook Locks 120Pcs Pegboard Locks	9.7/10	Buy on Amazon
3	Pegboard Hook Locks, for Stopping Hooks From	9.6/10	Buy on Amazon
4	AccEncyc Black Peg Locks Plastic Pegboard Hook	9.6/10	Buy on Amazon
5	Hicarer 50 Pegboard Locks for Hooks	9.5/10	Buy on Amazon

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120 pcs Pegboard Hook Locks Black Peg Board Plugs

Lusofie·9.7/10 Shop Score

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The Shop Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs performance (35%), build (25%), value (25%), safety (10%, where it applies) and warranty (5%), using only what the manufacturer and the listing publish. How we pick ›

A 120-piece pack of black silicone pegboard hook locks with a buckle design and retention ears, made for 1/4"-9/32" holes and 1/8"-5/32" hooks.

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Pros

• Silicone expands when the hook goes in, gripping hook and hole
• Buckle design with retention ears holds the lock in place
• 120 pieces covers a full board of hooks with spares
• Flexible silicone withstands repeated insertion and removal without cracking

Cons

• No warranty term is stated
• No safety listing is stated
• No weight is stated in the listing
• Part number and model number do not match in the spec table

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Pegboard Hook Locks 120Pcs Pegboard Locks

AccEncyc·9.7/10 Shop Score

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The Shop Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs performance (35%), build (25%), value (25%), safety (10%, where it applies) and warranty (5%), using only what the manufacturer and the listing publish. How we pick ›

A 120-piece pack of black rubber pegboard hook locks with side buckles and 2 retainer ears, made for 1/4"-9/32" holes and 1/8"-5/32" hooks.

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Pros

• Pliable rubber expands around the hook and fixes it in place
• Side buckles and 2 retainer ears keep the hook fitted snugly
• 120 pieces, the largest pack here alongside the silicone set
• Rubber grip protects hooks from damage

Cons

• No warranty term is stated
• No safety listing is stated
• No weight is stated in the listing
• Small holes may need a squeeze or a small tool to fit the lock

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Pegboard Hook Locks, for Stopping Hooks From

MENEONE·9.6/10 Shop Score

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The Shop Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs performance (35%), build (25%), value (25%), safety (10%, where it applies) and warranty (5%), using only what the manufacturer and the listing publish. How we pick ›

A 60-piece pack of black silicone pegboard hook locks for 1/4"-9/32" apertures and 1/8"-5/32" hooks, stated for wooden or metal 1/4 inch pegboards.

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Pros

• Only lock here stated for wooden or metal pegboards
• Silicone with good elasticity, removable by turning the hook
• Simple push-in install: push the lock in, insert the hook
• 60 pieces at 0.1 pounds in the spec table

Cons

• No warranty term is stated
• No safety listing is stated
• 60 pieces, fewer than the 120-piece packs
• No buckle or retainer ear design is stated

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AccEncyc Black Peg Locks Plastic Pegboard Hook

AccEncyc·9.6/10 Shop Score

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The Shop Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs performance (35%), build (25%), value (25%), safety (10%, where it applies) and warranty (5%), using only what the manufacturer and the listing publish. How we pick ›

A 60-piece pack of black plastic pegboard hook locks with crook hooks on both sides and a semicircle center, made for standard 1/4 inch and 1/8 inch pegboards.

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Pros

• Crook locks on both sides hold the hook firmly
• Semicircle center matches the pegboard hole
• Lightweight plastic, easy to install and store
• 60 pieces, enough for jewelry, handicrafts, gadgets and small tools

Cons

• No warranty term is stated
• No safety listing is stated
• No hook diameter is stated, only a standard pegboard fit
• Plastic, not rubber or silicone, so no expansion grip is claimed

5

Hicarer 50 Pegboard Locks for Hooks

Hicarer·9.5/10 Shop Score

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The Shop Score runs from 9.2 to 9.8 and weighs performance (35%), build (25%), value (25%), safety (10%, where it applies) and warranty (5%), using only what the manufacturer and the listing publish. How we pick ›

A 50-piece pack of black plastic pegboard hook locks with a semicircle center and crook parts on both sides, made for standard 1/4 inch and 1/8 inch pegboards.

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Pros

• Semicircle center fits and fixes peg hooks properly
• Crook parts on both sides keep the lock from falling off
• Plastic, non-toxic and durable for long-term use
• Small and lightweight: about 1.85 inches long

Cons

• No warranty term is stated
• No safety listing is stated
• Bullets say 50 packs while the title says 50 locks, and the listing does not say how many locks are in a pack
• 50 pieces, the smallest pack here

Compared on paper

We copy each listing’s rated specs exactly as the manufacturer gives them; as of 6 November 2026. Where a listing contradicts itself, both figures are shown. None of these listings states a warranty term or a safety listing, so all 5 score zero for safety and warranty.

How the points were given

Each lock is scored on performance, build, value, safety and warranty, using only what the listing publishes. The weights are listed on the How We Pick page. None states a safety listing, so all score zero on safety, and none states a warranty term.

The displayed number is the weighted point total scaled linearly between 9.2 and 9.8. Earning more points is the only way up. A tool with no power source and no listed safety feature has safety removed, and the score is taken over 90 points.

What the listings tell you

We read 5 pegboard lock listings. 3 state a 1/4″-9/32″ aperture range with a 1/8″-5/32″ hook range, while 2 state a standard 1/4 inch and 1/8 inch fit. 2 are silicone, 2 are plastic and 1 is rubber. Only 1 names a metal pegboard directly. None states a warranty term or a safety listing.

Buying guide: choosing the best metal pegboard locks

Hole size first

Measure the holes in your board before ordering. 3 of these locks are made for 1/4″-9/32″ apertures, and 2 fit standard 1/4 inch and 1/8 inch pegboards. The listings warn to check that the hole is at least 1/4 inch and the hook is 5/32 inch at most, so a lock made for a larger hole will not grip a smaller one.

Hook size next

The hook has to pass through the lock, so match the hook diameter to the lock. 3 locks here state a 1/8″-5/32″ hook range. The plastic locks state a standard pegboard fit without a hook diameter, so check the hook against the lock before buying a full pack.

Material: rubber, silicone or plastic

Rubber and silicone locks expand when the hook pushes through, which grips the hook and the hole at the same time. Plastic locks clip over the hook with crook parts on both sides. Silicone holds its shape through repeated insertion and removal, while plastic is light and easy to store. Pick the material that matches how often you move hooks around.

Pack size

These locks come in packs of 50, 60 or 120 pieces. A 120-piece pack covers a full board of hooks with spares left over, while a 50-piece pack suits a small board. Count the hooks on your board before ordering, and keep a few spares for hooks you add later.

Metal pegboards

Only the MENEONE listing names a metal pegboard directly, stating it fits any standard wooden or metal 1/4 inch pegboard. The other listings state a standard pegboard fit without naming the board material. If your board is metal, check the hole size against the lock’s stated range, since the hole size is what decides the fit.

Garage Fit Check

• Check the hole size on your board first: these locks are made for 1/4 inch holes, with some fitting 1/4″-9/32″ apertures.
• Check the hook diameter too: the stated range here is 1/8″-5/32″.
• Keep spare locks on hand for hooks you add later; packs run from 50 to 120 pieces.
• Keep the pointed parts of the Hicarer locks away from little kids, as the listing warns.

FAQ: garage tools

Do pegboard hook locks fit metal pegboards?

The MENEONE listing states its locks fit any standard wooden or metal 1/4 inch pegboard. The other listings state a standard pegboard fit without naming the board material, so check the hole size: locks here are made for 1/4″-9/32″ apertures or standard 1/4 inch and 1/8 inch pegboards.

How do you install a pegboard hook lock?

Push the lock into the pegboard hole, then push the hook through the lock. The rubber and silicone locks expand around the hook, while the plastic locks clip over the hook with crook parts on both sides. The AccEncyc rubber locks have 2 retainer ears that need a squeeze to go into the hole.

How do you move a hook with a lock on it?

Turn the hook hard and the lock comes off with it, as the MENEONE listing states. The Lusofie and AccEncyc rubber locks use side buckles and retainer ears that squeeze into the hole.

What size pegboard holes do these locks fit?

3 locks here are made for 1/4″-9/32″ apertures with 1/8″-5/32″ hooks, and 2 fit standard 1/4 inch and 1/8 inch pegboards. Check that your pegboard hole is at least 1/4 inch and your hook is 5/32 inch at most before ordering.

Do these locks come in large packs?

Yes. The Lusofie and AccEncyc rubber locks come in packs of 120 pieces, the MENEONE and AccEncyc plastic locks in packs of 60 pieces, and the Hicarer locks in a pack of 50 pieces.

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