Well, it is true. Most pin tumbler locks can be picked pretty easily by someone who knows how, has the tools, and has put in the practice required to become proficient.
Combination locks are the same, even easier to open if you know how.
All of those can be snapped with bolt cutters pretty easily.


You need to:
1) Determine how valuable the items you will be leaving in there are.
2) Determine how likely theft is there. (Is it in a secure building/doorman/security/front desk person?)
3) Decide how much $$ you want to spend on a lock by weighing the above.

Any of the locks that you posted will work fine to keep honest people honest. If it is an already secured area, then you really only risk theft by other locker holders. If this is true, any of those cheap locks will work fine.

If you want more security/peace of mind and you are locking up expensive/valuable items the lock below is the most inexpensive padlock that I know of that is HIGHLY pick/drill resistant and comes with key control (meaning no one can duplicate your keys). Most cheaper locks will only come in the standard pin-tumbler type, and the manufacturers do not protect the cylinder well. They are cheap locks.

I only recommend this multi lock padlock if you really want more security, can afford it, and will be locking up things that you REALLY don't want to lose.

Buy one from a local locksmith to set up a key authorization list.
http://www.lockandhinge.com/scripts/...t=C13&refer=fr

And here is a variety:
http://www.mul-t-lock-online.com/multlock-m-10.html