Sorry I didn't get to this review sooner. Here are the links to the products tested, and there's more information in the video description. It's extremely helpful to have one of these kits inside the home for the entire family to use and as a "loaner" kit. So convenient and not a big deal if something gets lost or broken. I always look forward to reading your comments, and I'm looking forward to your suggestions on future video ideas. FastPro: amzn.to/3Xdc8le Kobalt: amzn.to/3YUn6wZ Craftsman: amzn.to/3X9VUsS Sundpey: amzn.to/3MaYsAS Getuhand: amzn.to/4dMvxyA Eastvolt: amzn.to/3WTl5P6 Amazon Basics: amzn.to/4cyViBM DEKOPRO: amzn.to/3WXm4Oc Deko Pink Tool: amzn.to/4dCeG28Pittsburgh: Available at Harbor Freight
It's rare that I even consider buying a tool nowadays without first watching a review from you. On behalf of an enormous number of people like me, thank you!
@@ProjectFarmI think an interesting video is how consistent the build quality is between brands. I'm an electrician and it seems like higher priced brands like Knipex are very more consistent than ones like Channellock or Southwire or even Klein. A cool test would be to see if multiple identical products like diagonal cutters would compare to each other within their own brand.
Only probably with that, is companies instantly raise prices when he makes a positive video on any product. Also remember over the years companies change formulas/recipes to make bottom line cheap.
You are a very honorable man for not selling out to any companies. In a world full of greed, you are a fresh air. May your chi be fulfilled and cherished.
Are you serious, Eric? You think affiliate links makes somebody dishonest? Nobody is forcing you to watch videos, click links, or buy products. Grow up.
@@erictjonesI think you're confusing being a sellout with being a business affiliate. He doesn't give things more points for the brand (aka selling out). He tests them regardless of the name and ranks them that way.
I am an Industrial Mechanic for a Fortune 100 company. I have learned many things from your videos. I have watched, probably, 90% of them. Common sense test methods which make "real world" results. Keep up the good work! I enjoy your channel immensely! Two thumbs up 👍👍 Thank you for your efforts.
Yup...my uncle gave me a Craftsman kit when I got my first car. They've been used a LOT over the decades and I've never had any of it give me any kind trouble.
I've always held on to my Craftsman 1/4" labeled 1/4" socket. It's really a 5/16" socket. Besides that, I love old Craftsman tools. If it's over 40 years old and a Craftsman, it's a keeper.
thats actually good idea for a test. test shippers by sending a box marked "fragile" but have a small battery powered logging accelerometer that tracks how its handled.
@@duceanahalf I don't think it would make for that interesting of a test. They'd all treat it equally, and equally ignore the "Fragile" label. I was shocked when a UPS store employee was honest when they said they sell the stickers, but it's a waste of money so don't bother buying one.
@@MTGeomancerI’ve had decent luck with UPS, not “fragile” but package condition in general. Fedex has delivered a couple boxes that look like they went through the washer & dryer.
I was shocked when I saw how many tests you did in this video. It was incredibly thorough and had to have taken an incredible amount of time and patience. Thank you for the great content and keep it up. I've bought quite a few tools based on your reviews and I have yet to regret a single one of those purchases!
I have collected many UA-cam channel subscriptions over the years. Some fade over time. Your's is consistently one of the very best channels on YT! Project Farm ROCKS!
Harbor Freight puts a 130 piece kit on sale a few times per year for 29.99. Makes a decent "trunk kit" and can handle most of the simple things around the house (hanging pictures, door sets, furniture assembly, etc). I keep one in all my cars for emergency roadside repairs or if someone, invariably, asks me to do something at their house (and of course the don't own any tools). Probably wouldn't live up to heavy use, but decent for what it is. Thanks as always for all your hard work.
Got the Deko set a month back, so it was quite amusing to see a toolset video come out now, especially considering it included that particular one. I suppose judging the quality of most of the tool sets is a bit of a fool's errand as at the end of the day you're dealing with chinese mass production, so quality control isn't the highest priority. That being said, glad i have tools for most oddjobs around the farm and such, whatever breaks due to poor quality probably also means i can justify buying that specific tool by itself for more than a couple bucks.
Got that set for inside the house so I don't need to go to the garage for tools (and to then later forget to put back so now I have misplaced tools) and the bigger set (225 piece one - on sale for ~$99 a lot) for the truck. Although I'm waiting to see if the Channel Lock set from Sam's will drop in price in the next month or two and will get that for the other vehicle (or possibly trade for that one). The $30 set is good for what it is. Only thing I might do later at some point is upgrade the socket wrench for something nicer.
I have seen engine blowup, tire blowup, but NEVER seen a socket blowup until Project Farm shows such. PF contines to opening our eyes & minds. UA-cam can't exist without you Sir 💯👍
It tells you a good lesson, at least. Had one blow up on me while one of my very first times working on my first own car. Had no tools myself and found a cheap set at my grandfathers place that I used. Tried to losen a bolt on the breaks which was really stuck and that thing snapped while I was pushing like crazy. There were so many sharp parts around that could have seriously injured me, thank god I missed them all and "just" punched the concrete floor pretty good. The very next day I ordered my Hazet ratchet set (that I (ab)use for 10 years now) that was a lot of money for me back then and never bought cheap tools ever again after that.
Knipex pliers, needle nose, zip ties, electrical and duct tape, Milwaukee fast back knife, multi head screwdriver, tire iron, bottle jack, AAA card. Done.
@@s7v7nfiv5 I’m still using a 3/8 ratchet and sockets that belonged to my Dad. They’re over 60 years old and still as good as ever. It’s been used as a ratchet, a hammer and even a pry bar. I really can’t complain about the old style made in U.S.A. Craftsman tools.
@@s7v7nfiv5 Unfortunately that "Craftman" tools set is Craftsman only in name and is a mass produced asian market product(not everything comes from china, but prolly china.) I don't think anything Craftsman from the past 10 years actually honors the name they bare.
@@oldrrocrplenty of stuff, it’s just more expensive. Corporate greed sent much of our manufacturing to countries with less regulation who could do it cheaper
@@warrenwerks Yep. There is still US made tools but they are usually very costly and sometimes not even the best. That said i mean other countries do make good tools like knipex ect but china made stuff is fine for around the house. But as a body man at the shop its all the super costly usa stuff being i make a living on it. I have old tools that are u s made that still are kicking 50 years later.
I absolutely love how you "operationalize" your testing, and communicate the criteria clearly. You are a good role model for researchers everywhere...and so enlightening to watch. Thank you and please keep up the excellent work!
I have the same Kobalt ratchet, so I'm glad it performed well. I picked it because I turned the ratcheting mechanism, and it felt very smooth, not clunky like some of the other ratchets! Excellent video!
Probably 10 years ago my wife bought me a big box of kobalt tools on Black Friday. I haven’t had any break or damage yet and I use it every week. So for us it has been the best purchase we have made!
Thank you for doing this review. I purchased my DeWalt tool kit from Costco for $89.99. Two reasons why. 1) First, it's DeWalt (lifetime warranty). 2) It came from Costco. If anything breaks I get to return it for the life I own it. As long as I keep the receipt. but EVEN if I didn't have the receipt, they have EVERTHING that I purchased for 10 years on their national database and can return almost anything for up to 10 years without my receipt. Thank you again for doing this review!
I love the fact that your videos are not mere reviews, but that they SHOW actual reliable TESTS! I was looking at buying a toolset this morning on Amazon, and what a great coincidence and my great luck that you literally posted this video an hour ago! THANK YOU, this video made my job MUCH easier at deciding.
I have been watching your videos for past few years and absolutely love them. These videos are pure gold and so valuable for each and every household. Keep up the good work!
Just remember. When opening a new amazing set of tools pick up sockets 10mm and 13mm. Throw them both out of the window. You will lose these two soon anyway but his time you will not be angry because you just spent an hour (or two) looking for them.
I inherited dads tools .. tons of old tools even the "cheap" tools are high quality compared to the chinese junk u get today ..i use them nearly everyday
I've carried a cheap set of tools in all my vehicles for years. The bag is very helpful. Vice grips, flat/phillips screwdrivers, pliers, adjustable wrenches, zip ties, duct tape, electrical tape, cheap socket set and a hammer plus a few other things and you can get off the side of the road most times that a tow truck is not needed. This is a great video.
I have a good amount of old US-made Craftsman tools that have stood the test of time and abuse. Nice to see them still doing well in this review. My son gave me a Kobalt tool set for my birthday and I must say they are of pretty decent quality. Though I didn't really need new tools, it's nice to have extras, just in case of loss or breakage.
I have some really decent Kobalt hand tools. Bought a bunch of sockets when Lowe's cleared out their Taiwan-made tools for the new China ones. I've heard that the quality has been consistent.
I have this image of your shop being filled with a modge podge of various tools that "made it" through your testing. At least you know if you pick up a random tool to use, it probably won't break. Thank you for the hard work you do to test all of these things.
This is one of the best channels on youtube, this dude is very smart and the videos have all the info you need. I assume it takes a lot of time to do all this, you have my respect.
I always check your videos before I purchase most tools or products. The information you provide helps me make good choices and avoid wasting time and money. Thank you for providing good product reviews.
I bought a Craftsman tool kit in 2001 and luckily was one the best years for Craftsman. They are labeled V/A and are on high demand now on Ebay. After 23 years of wrenching I have almost every part yet.
I would love to see a "vintage" craftsman tool versus "modern" craftsman tool comparison. I started my career as an auto mechanic with craftsman tools from the mid 90s when I feel the steel was better and still use quite a few of the tools from that set in my daily job. The few sockets I've had to warranty out in more recent years do not feel nor perform as well as their predecessors in my opinion.
I collect tools and I've noticed that as steel ages it gets harder and more brittle. It's not something I've ever seen documented or discussed. I just did a bit of online research and it does seem to be a known phenomenon. So you cannot really directly compare old and new tools because of the effect time has on tools. Time changes everything.
I bought the Etenwolf tire pressure gauge for my Outer Banks island beach camper camping trip last week. In order to get around on the deep sand you have to air down tires to about 18 psi, I found that gauge to be very accurate and worked nicely for the price. Thank you for the test!
I have a Kobalt 210 count set i bought when i was 15. 13 years later I am still using it for all my mechanic work and I'm happy to report u have never broken or lost a single piece (even the 10 mm sockets are there)
One somewhat strange thing I would love to see you test is different solar panels and if certain brands are more efficient than others or any differences that should be noted.
He'd have to wait 20 years to test the degradation of the panels also; solar panels degrade quite poorly over the years and power output can fall by more than 20%.
Bought a similar tool set (but with wrenches) from kobalt around 2005 when I was struggling to fix my busted ass '89 cherokee with a crescent and a vice grip... I still have the box and most the tools. It's my "throw it in the truck to help (relative or friend with car troubles)" set now and has loaned out a time or two. Still kicking. Been pretty loyal to kobalt for that set of reasonably priced reasonable quality tools ever since. Run most of their power tools now. 0 major issues. Ran the 90 tooth ratchets in a motorcycle shop for over a year before changing positions (not tools). My snap off guy laughs at me but I love my kobalt tools and I'll never get snap on at cost 😂
2nd try posting. As a home-owner who has had to fix things, who used to rely on the kinds of tools in these sets but got very frustrated and had to buy other tools, I would like to suggest putting together your own set - using similar better tools at a similar price. Looking at Amz and HD, not using any sales prices (I'm pretty sure), I made this list totalling $157 or $158: Screwdriver(s): Telescoping Ratcheting Multi-Bit Combination Screwdriver Set, DeWalt Max Fit - $20 Impact Duty Alloy Steel Screw Driver Bit Set (25-Piece), Milwaukee SHOCKWAVE - $16 For wrenches and pliers: Slip-joint "hyper-long" pliers - IBS HLS-300, Igarashi - $28 or Knipex TwinGrip - $29 10-inch Pliers Wrench & 8-inch Water Pump Pliers, Max Power - $27 Sockets and Ratchet: WORKPRO 39-Piece Drive Socket Set 1/4''3/8'', CR-V Metric and Imperial - $26 Allen keys/wrenches: Efficere 31-Piece Premium Hex Key Allen Wrench Set with Storage Case, SAE and Metric Assortment - $12 Hammer: 18 oz. Steel Indexing (rotating) Claw Hammer with Cushion Grip Handle, Crescent - $27 Utility Knife: A dollar store utility knife with a couple of snap-off blades and a round locking dial - $1 This is just a sample list based on current prices. If I had gone with something like this set of purchases to begin with, I would have gotten through home DIY jobs faster, had more time with family as the kids were growing up, and would have saved money by not having to buy tools to replace the generic low end tools. Good luck to all readers.
All of my tools came from the pawn shop's loose tools bin, quality brands of the last century. They are holding up extremely well. The tool bags worn out before the tools.
Nice. And last month I bought my daughter her first decent tool set for her new apartment. But not one of these! Thanks as usual, Todd. Watching you destroy hand tools is my ASMR.
Toyota master technician here. ✋🏼 my tools are mostly Snap On and I’ve used them professionally for 7 years. That being said, I bought a craftsman set similar to what you have (aimed more towards mechanics) and I’ve used it around the house for basic vehicle maintenance and repairs for many appliances around the house and I’ve been very pleased with how this set has held up over the past 5 years. I wouldn’t use them professionally every day all day but they do great for occasional use around the house. I know craftsman isn’t what it used to be (my dad gave me a set of 90’s craftsman tools) but for just basic stuff around the house they do great. I always recommend craftsmen for “around the house” stuff. Just my 2 cents. Love the videos man. 🤙🏼
The problem with SnapOn is that those low weekly payments run forever. Most people can't justify or afford that. I know I for one don't want the SnapOn man stalking my funeral looking for his check.
@@LatitudeSky agreed. Thankfully all my stuff is paid off lol but they are the best in the industry when it comes to professional use. But my power tools are Milwaukee at the shop.
saying you're a mechanic at a dealership is something you shouldn't tell people. The worst of the worst work there, literally break anything they touch.
It's a great video, as always. About 6 years ago, I switched to buying Kobalt hand tools for DIY around the house. I would stock up every year around January when in-store would have clearance on the tool set with 50% to 70% off prices. I got a couple of 125-piece mechanics sets for $35.
I have always built my own tool sets . For tools used most,I buy high quality. For those that maybe used once in a while, inexpensive ones. Many of my "Home" tools are family heirlooms . Good thorough review.
These tools may last throughout your life but you can’t take them with you when you go. Y’all need Jesus 😀 But we all need these reviews to make our lives better.
The work you do is honestly amazing. You save the common folk sooooooooooo much money it's incredible. Anyone with any common sense will not buy tools/equipment without checking your channel first. I don't know how many thank yous you get in a day but whatever the number ITS NOT ENOUGH. so from me and a ton of other people that forgot to say it THANK YOU.
I recently picked up the updated craftsman mechanics 252 piece ser . And I can honestly say that I am very happy with the quality of the entire kit. The whole kit is quality tools.
Video suggestion: Safety Glasses. Would love to see a comparison of clarity, weight, impact protection, fog and scratch resistance, side shielding, and affordability. Common brands being Milwaukee, Dewalt, 3M, Pyramex, Nemesis, Radians. Bonus: throw in expensive set of safety glasses from Oakley to see how they fair to the cheap sets
I still have some old Craftsman tools that have stood the test of time! Out lasted Sears. I still have a 35 yo shopvac and reciprocating saw (not to mention Kenmore washer and dry just as old and still going).
I have a 40 year old Craftsman shopvac. Motor still works but the hose rotted out and disintegrated years ago. Replacement hoses are way too expensive.
Huh? A wrench is a wrench; a hammer is a hammer; a screwdriver is a screwdriver. Unless you’re the Bearded Mechanic. Then everything is a hammer, unless it’s a screwdriver
Seriously, one of the best UA-cam channels out there! I even watch when I have no intention on buying or using the products. But in this case, I am always looking for a decent/cheap toolkit as a backup. Thanks for your videos!
Man. After watching that, I am sooo glad I bought most of my tools back in the '80s and '90s! They've lasted and most were made in the USA. Plus, I inherited quite a few more older ones from my dad. Lots of redundancy as a result of that, but it means I can keep a good variety of quality tools in both the garage and in the trunk of my project car.
Other than some specialty and precision tools, I use Harbor Freight for everything else at work because there's one right across the street. The trick is having multiple sets worth of tools. Sockets, wrenches, drivers, whatever. If one breaks or gets lost, what of it? I've got immediate backups, no waiting for the Snap-On guy. I don't feel bad if I have to torch cut one of my sockets to make it work. No one steals my tools, no one asks to borrow my tools, it's great having a bunch of beater tools. Even if they're 80% of Snap-On quality (I suspect the actual difference in quality is minor) they're amazing to have around.
I was surprised the Harbor Freight tools didn't fare better in the testing today. The thing with cheap tools though is no process control or QA. So from tool to tool you're going to get variable performance. Some good, some not so good. It's a crap shoot.
@@carbonstar9091 consistency is an ongoing issue with cheap products. Although I've bought pro stuff that was defective too. Paid the full price for it. That really stings.
@@1pcfred oh absolutely, some tools don't last a week. others I've had for years. It's like tool evolution, all the bad tools get replaced quickly anyways.
My mom lives in a farm and she asked me to install a Security Camera, external camera, with night vision, ptz etc.. The first thing that came to mind was your channel, please can you make a video on security cameras!? (I ended up buying the TPLINK VIGI 540)
There actually isn't much out there for choices on security cameras. There are actually VERY few OEMs, and a lot of the brands you see are just re-badges. Hikvision and Dahua cover almost all of it.
@@Jonathan-hx6oyI’m sure he’s seen it. I believe he reads every comment. The problem is cost. The investment for all leading cameras/kits would be huge and the testing would be extensive.
The heck with online reviews, this is the BEST review that you can count on. Real life tests that you can 👀 for yourself. Keep it up! Love your attention to detail with testing.👍
I bought a Halfords (UK) socket set in 1995 for about £40. I still have it to this day, its been a champ. I bet todays equivalent wouldn't last 2 years.
@@otterconnor942Nah, that's just capitalism. Americans want cheaper stuff. China makes cheaper stuff at good-enough quality and you and many others buy it. Amazing considering all these red rural counties sold out their local Ma and pas for Wal-Mart.
Picked up the Kobalt kit several years ago on sale for my 8 year old for only $50! The price has sure risen. Nice to see it performed well. Thanks for the review! Love your videos!
Am I the only one annoyed by tool kit companies advertising how many pieces their kit has...and ends up adding a bundle of cheap zip-ties and picture hanging hardware for the sole purpose of boosting their "piece count"? Not to mention the copious amount of 1/4" screwdriver bits that more than 1/2 of them will never be used by the average homeowner! Over 25% of the piece count of the Kobalt tool kit is 1/4" screwdriver bits.
Yes, I try to compare tool kits and notice 500 pieces, but then it only goes up to a 14mm socket or something silly. I don't need loose allen wrenches or Phillips head bits. I'd love to have a complete set of 6 point sockets all in one kit instead of having a bunch of individual tools that I can't easily store in one kit.
I've had 1 craftsman socket set for years to work on my cars. They have held up great and the ratchets have been beaten up a lot. They have withstood all of the beating from loosening up nuts. If I ever need a home set, I'll look into the Kobalt set. Very informative video, as always!
I would like to see a comparison of tools from auto stores like Autozone, Advance, O'Reilly's, and Napa. Sometimes you are working on a vehicle and need a tool and you don't want to wait on shipping. So easy to just run to the auto part store.
I bought a duralast set of ratchet wrenches about 10 years ago, they were pretty good back then. Not sure about their new stuff. They were American made back then.
I'm pretty sure they are made in China now, but I bought a long handle ratchet and there and it is one of the best ones I have. Sometimes you're in a pinch and this is your only option. They appear to be pretty good quality.
I really appreciate Project Farm's reviews and thorough testing; I've made different purchasing decisions on tools than I would have going in without such useful information. I got a secondhand-but-not-opened Anvil brand homeowner's tool kit a few months ago, and I'm pretty happy with it. The only complaint I've had with it is that the screwdriver handle does not hold the bits tightly or magnetically, but all of the pieces in the kit have proven to be durable enough for light duty work.
Great video. I think anyone serious about tools isn’t buying an all inclusive kit. But my 23 year old is moving from our home in NY to Missouri next week, so a kit was perfect for her. If she needs to hang a picture, or tighten a cabinet hinge, or replace a toilet handle, it’s got her covered (compared to not having any tools). I think that’s what these things are intended for. Thanks for all of your effort.
Underrated comment about the tool bag. Blow moulded kits do look nicer but they always fail to hold things in correctly when new and become worn and fragile over time. A bag or roll (with spare slots) is so much better because as mentioned adding an extra couple of tools that you might need is so useful and just can't be done with a blow mould case, also if you break a tool (which quite often happens with cheap tools) a replacement is unlikely to fit.
I've been watching this channel since the days of early alternitave fuel running and you still keep going. I would love to see you do the myth of a wooden piston but its looking very busted with other videos. Love the true honesty you put in, for many his is all you would need for around the home and having a good little set does help out. I alwasy have something on my small truck or car they have saved me a few time.
I have my father's 45 year old solid steel framing hammer. It is very heavy but it has performed great over the years. My father used this hammer when adding a 3 foot addition to the kitchen in IL & adding a 12 foot addition to the garage in NC. He never liked air operated framing & finish nailers.
Sorry I didn't get to this review sooner. Here are the links to the products tested, and there's more information in the video description. It's extremely helpful to have one of these kits inside the home for the entire family to use and as a "loaner" kit. So convenient and not a big deal if something gets lost or broken. I always look forward to reading your comments, and I'm looking forward to your suggestions on future video ideas.
FastPro: amzn.to/3Xdc8le
Kobalt: amzn.to/3YUn6wZ
Craftsman: amzn.to/3X9VUsS
Sundpey: amzn.to/3MaYsAS
Getuhand: amzn.to/4dMvxyA
Eastvolt: amzn.to/3WTl5P6
Amazon Basics: amzn.to/4cyViBM
DEKOPRO: amzn.to/3WXm4Oc
Deko Pink Tool: amzn.to/4dCeG28Pittsburgh: Available at Harbor Freight
Any tool kit that includes a hammer,
is usually not worth buying.
Can you do another impact and drill comparison? You could include more brands like the newer Skil and other brands like Hurcules
I'd love to see one on a rust converter or rust neutralizer need for a truck frame
No need to be sorry man. We love what you do on the channel and appreciate any testing/advice provided!
Your formatting is a little off for this
It's rare that I even consider buying a tool nowadays without first watching a review from you. On behalf of an enormous number of people like me, thank you!
My pleasure!
SAME!!
@@ProjectFarmI think an interesting video is how consistent the build quality is between brands. I'm an electrician and it seems like higher priced brands like Knipex are very more consistent than ones like Channellock or Southwire or even Klein. A cool test would be to see if multiple identical products like diagonal cutters would compare to each other within their own brand.
Only probably with that, is companies instantly raise prices when he makes a positive video on any product. Also remember over the years companies change formulas/recipes to make bottom line cheap.
Yep, if he didn't review it, neither will I. 🎉
The Project Farm "Very Impressive!" seal of approval is the most prestigious award in products.
Thanks!
If I lived in the US I would surely buy that VERY IMPRESSIVE t-shirt
Do you sell merchandise?? You can sell boxers with the "very impressive hardware!!" logo on it.. LMAO JK
@@zombe5150_ 🤣🤣🤣
Very impressive stickers slap it on that baby
You are a very honorable man for not selling out to any companies. In a world full of greed, you are a fresh air. May your chi be fulfilled and cherished.
Thank you very much!
He makes money from amazon and recommends products for sale through his links. Not quite honest.
@@ProjectFarm shame on you. Just mention your affiliate program.
Are you serious, Eric? You think affiliate links makes somebody dishonest? Nobody is forcing you to watch videos, click links, or buy products. Grow up.
@@erictjonesI think you're confusing being a sellout with being a business affiliate. He doesn't give things more points for the brand (aka selling out). He tests them regardless of the name and ranks them that way.
I am an Industrial Mechanic for a Fortune 100 company. I have learned many things from your videos. I have watched, probably, 90% of them. Common sense test methods which make "real world" results. Keep up the good work! I enjoy your channel immensely! Two thumbs up 👍👍 Thank you for your efforts.
Thanks, will do!
So sure. Lol
I was fortunate to receive a big Craftsman tool kit years ago when they were still made in the USA. Lifetime quality. Thank you grandpa❤
Nice!
Yup...my uncle gave me a Craftsman kit when I got my first car. They've been used a LOT over the decades and I've never had any of it give me any kind trouble.
What year was it made in, i want to find a vintage one
@@DamplyDoo Mine had to be pre-2000...1999 at least.
I've always held on to my Craftsman 1/4" labeled 1/4" socket. It's really a 5/16" socket. Besides that, I love old Craftsman tools. If it's over 40 years old and a Craftsman, it's a keeper.
What? No Snap On Kit for $78,999 ?
Haha 😂
I think home tool kits are a bit below any respectable tool brands. XD
What discount code did you use to get that deal? 😉
Plus a kidney for shipping
HAHAHA YOU ARE A FUNNY GUY, but very helpful. Thank you for your service.
God Bless, Stay Safe.
Fed Ex : the box says " FRAGILE " , we're gonna test that !
thats actually good idea for a test. test shippers by sending a box marked "fragile" but have a small battery powered logging accelerometer that tracks how its handled.
@@duceanahalf They actually make analog ones that you can put in or on a package.
I work for a large shipping company, our machinery doesn't read what people write on the boxes, they are only reading the bar codes.
@@duceanahalf I don't think it would make for that interesting of a test. They'd all treat it equally, and equally ignore the "Fragile" label. I was shocked when a UPS store employee was honest when they said they sell the stickers, but it's a waste of money so don't bother buying one.
@@MTGeomancerI’ve had decent luck with UPS, not “fragile” but package condition in general. Fedex has delivered a couple boxes that look like they went through the washer & dryer.
I was shocked when I saw how many tests you did in this video. It was incredibly thorough and had to have taken an incredible amount of time and patience. Thank you for the great content and keep it up. I've bought quite a few tools based on your reviews and I have yet to regret a single one of those purchases!
Thanks for the feedback.
Love that you used a Craftsman socket for the 200 ft lb test. Says something about the quality level of that old socket.
Thanks!
Yup! I have some of those "old school" sockets - practically indestructible
@@Erik_The_Viking I have plenty of snapon tools but i have had no need to replace my old USA craftsman sockets............... they are indestructable
The old US made Craftsman tool were definitely excellent quality.
@@Erik_The_VikingSame here. Bought a kit in 1990 and it's been flawless.
I have collected many UA-cam channel subscriptions over the years. Some fade over time. Your's is consistently one of the very best channels on YT!
Project Farm ROCKS!
Thank you!
The same here.
HF tools are shady and will wind up rounding off your fasteners
Ive been using my same Kobalt set for 15 years. I got it as a Christmas present to go with my first car that I had just bought. They've been solid
Nice!
Harbor Freight puts a 130 piece kit on sale a few times per year for 29.99. Makes a decent "trunk kit" and can handle most of the simple things around the house (hanging pictures, door sets, furniture assembly, etc). I keep one in all my cars for emergency roadside repairs or if someone, invariably, asks me to do something at their house (and of course the don't own any tools). Probably wouldn't live up to heavy use, but decent for what it is. Thanks as always for all your hard work.
got the quinn version of that set in my car along with their better scissor jack for this reason
Same here :D
Got the Deko set a month back, so it was quite amusing to see a toolset video come out now, especially considering it included that particular one.
I suppose judging the quality of most of the tool sets is a bit of a fool's errand as at the end of the day you're dealing with chinese mass production, so quality control isn't the highest priority.
That being said, glad i have tools for most oddjobs around the farm and such, whatever breaks due to poor quality probably also means i can justify buying that specific tool by itself for more than a couple bucks.
Got that set for inside the house so I don't need to go to the garage for tools (and to then later forget to put back so now I have misplaced tools) and the bigger set (225 piece one - on sale for ~$99 a lot) for the truck. Although I'm waiting to see if the Channel Lock set from Sam's will drop in price in the next month or two and will get that for the other vehicle (or possibly trade for that one).
The $30 set is good for what it is. Only thing I might do later at some point is upgrade the socket wrench for something nicer.
Good in a pinch but your still better off getting a tool bag from HF and filling it with quinn tools or something
I have seen engine blowup, tire blowup, but NEVER seen a socket blowup until Project Farm shows such. PF contines to opening our eyes & minds. UA-cam can't exist without you Sir 💯👍
Thank you for sharing!
Legit Street Cars recently blew out a Snap-On socket. I was surprised!
If you haven't seen a socket blow up you haven't been doing real work.
@emiller7040 I'm a mechanic and they all break its about how long they go before breaking haha
It tells you a good lesson, at least. Had one blow up on me while one of my very first times working on my first own car. Had no tools myself and found a cheap set at my grandfathers place that I used. Tried to losen a bolt on the breaks which was really stuck and that thing snapped while I was pushing like crazy. There were so many sharp parts around that could have seriously injured me, thank god I missed them all and "just" punched the concrete floor pretty good. The very next day I ordered my Hazet ratchet set (that I (ab)use for 10 years now) that was a lot of money for me back then and never bought cheap tools ever again after that.
I’d love to see project farm put together an essential vehicle kit with everything you might want to keep in each vehicle
Thanks for the suggestion.
Knipex pliers, needle nose, zip ties, electrical and duct tape, Milwaukee fast back knife, multi head screwdriver, tire iron, bottle jack, AAA card. Done.
+ tire patch kit + hydraulic fluid + inflator + sockets + breaker bar + flashlight + gloves
Well a gun has gotta be in there
@@jockey0034 zip ties and duct tape? Okay Dennis Reynolds.
Appreciate the hardwork/honest reviews, keep the videos coming!!!
Thanks! Thanks for supporting the channel! I really appreciate it!
I still love my old (USA made) Craftsman set. Works great, even in the field.
Going on my 3rd Craftman ratchet on light use in the past 2 years..never again
Thank you for sharing!
@@s7v7nfiv5
In the mid 2000’s, they started making their tools in China. It’s a shame.
@@s7v7nfiv5 I’m still using a 3/8 ratchet and sockets that belonged to my Dad. They’re over 60 years old and still as good as ever. It’s been used as a ratchet, a hammer and even a pry bar. I really can’t complain about the old style made in U.S.A. Craftsman tools.
@@s7v7nfiv5 Unfortunately that "Craftman" tools set is Craftsman only in name and is a mass produced asian market product(not everything comes from china, but prolly china.) I don't think anything Craftsman from the past 10 years actually honors the name they bare.
Every time I see one these kinds of videos, I'm so thankful that I bought my tools back in the early 70s, ALL US-made. Still use them all today.
Thank you for sharing!
Do we still make ANYTHING here?
@@oldrrocrplenty of stuff, it’s just more expensive. Corporate greed sent much of our manufacturing to countries with less regulation who could do it cheaper
@@warrenwerks Yep. There is still US made tools but they are usually very costly and sometimes not even the best. That said i mean other countries do make good tools like knipex ect but china made stuff is fine for around the house. But as a body man at the shop its all the super costly usa stuff being i make a living on it. I have old tools that are u s made that still are kicking 50 years later.
I absolutely love how you "operationalize" your testing, and communicate the criteria clearly. You are a good role model for researchers everywhere...and so enlightening to watch. Thank you and please keep up the excellent work!
Thank you!
steve burke with gamers nexus would be EXTREMELY proud of your testing methodology and that RARELY happens! tytyty
@@JG-ti7id Thanks Steve.
I have the same Kobalt ratchet, so I'm glad it performed well. I picked it because I turned the ratcheting mechanism, and it felt very smooth, not clunky like some of the other ratchets!
Excellent video!
Thanks! Thanks for sharing.
Probably 10 years ago my wife bought me a big box of kobalt tools on Black Friday. I haven’t had any break or damage yet and I use it every week. So for us it has been the best purchase we have made!
Thanks for sharing.
On my 15th birthday, I asked for a socket set! My parents bought me a Draper Socket Set (UK) I am nearly 69 years old! Still working perfectly!
Thank you!
Nothing like old American or European made tools.
You’re one of the best UA-camrs out there. Happy to have subscribed to you for years. Thanks for another great video!
My pleasure!
I could not agree more, Kyle. ❤
Thank you for doing this review. I purchased my DeWalt tool kit from Costco for $89.99. Two reasons why. 1) First, it's DeWalt (lifetime warranty). 2) It came from Costco. If anything breaks I get to return it for the life I own it. As long as I keep the receipt. but EVEN if I didn't have the receipt, they have EVERTHING that I purchased for 10 years on their national database and can return almost anything for up to 10 years without my receipt. Thank you again for doing this review!
You are welcome!
I love the fact that your videos are not mere reviews, but that they SHOW actual reliable TESTS!
I was looking at buying a toolset this morning on Amazon, and what a great coincidence and my great luck that you literally posted this video an hour ago! THANK YOU, this video made my job MUCH easier at deciding.
Two or three weeks ago I posted a video of tire pressure gauges JUST before I was set to buy one. Followed his recommendations.
You are welcome! Glad to hear!
I was almost crying as those spanners and ratchets broke. I love my tools. Thanks for sharing.
You are welcome!
He destroys them, so you dont have to.
Ratchits ? 😂
@@stevesperling1489 That's so ratchit
These tools are all Chinese garbage most likely with toxic chemicals for manufacturing still all over them. No reason to cry.
I have been watching your videos for past few years and absolutely love them. These videos are pure gold and so valuable for each and every household. Keep up the good work!
Thanks, will do!
Love your Videos man, never stop doing what you're doing!
Thank you very much! This means a lot to me!
3.31 million subscribers. Big Congrats and thank you so much for your channel. Been with you since pretty near the beginning.
Thank you very much!
Every household should have a general toolkit! Thanks for the review 😃
Thank you very much!
Just remember. When opening a new amazing set of tools pick up sockets 10mm and 13mm. Throw them both out of the window.
You will lose these two soon anyway but his time you will not be angry because you just spent an hour (or two) looking for them.
@@HanSolo__ Yes, exactly. I have 3 or 4 of every other size. 12mm goes missing for me also.
And a quality 5lb 2A:10BC fire extinguisher
I miss going to Sears and getting Craftsman tools that were made in the USA. The good times are really over for good.
Last time I bought Sears metric tools was 1967 to work on my 1959 VW 36 HP beetle. My local Sears closed about 1975. I bought Snap-on since 1971.
Thanks for sharing.
I inherited dads tools .. tons of old tools even the "cheap" tools are high quality compared to the chinese junk u get today ..i use them nearly everyday
I was thinking the exact thing.
I've carried a cheap set of tools in all my vehicles for years. The bag is very helpful. Vice grips, flat/phillips screwdrivers, pliers, adjustable wrenches, zip ties, duct tape, electrical tape, cheap socket set and a hammer plus a few other things and you can get off the side of the road most times that a tow truck is not needed. This is a great video.
Thanks! Thanks for sharing.
I have a good amount of old US-made Craftsman tools that have stood the test of time and abuse. Nice to see them still doing well in this review. My son gave me a Kobalt tool set for my birthday and I must say they are of pretty decent quality. Though I didn't really need new tools, it's nice to have extras, just in case of loss or breakage.
Thanks for sharing.
I have some really decent Kobalt hand tools. Bought a bunch of sockets when Lowe's cleared out their Taiwan-made tools for the new China ones. I've heard that the quality has been consistent.
I have this image of your shop being filled with a modge podge of various tools that "made it" through your testing. At least you know if you pick up a random tool to use, it probably won't break.
Thank you for the hard work you do to test all of these things.
You are welcome!
This is one of the best channels on youtube, this dude is very smart and the videos have all the info you need. I assume it takes a lot of time to do all this, you have my respect.
Thanks so much!
I always check your videos before I purchase most tools or products. The information you provide helps me make good choices and avoid wasting time and money.
Thank you for providing good product reviews.
You're welcome!
I have broken many sockets with my set. But I have never seen anybody bust out the edges of a socket. Well done project farm🎉
Thanks!
My son has the black and green Pittsburgh kit. He uses it all the time and we have had no complaints
Thank you for sharing!
I bought a Craftsman tool kit in 2001 and luckily was one the best years for Craftsman. They are labeled V/A and are on high demand now on Ebay. After 23 years of wrenching I have almost every part yet.
Thank you for sharing!
This was a massive amount of work! Well done!
Thank you!
I would love to see a "vintage" craftsman tool versus "modern" craftsman tool comparison. I started my career as an auto mechanic with craftsman tools from the mid 90s when I feel the steel was better and still use quite a few of the tools from that set in my daily job. The few sockets I've had to warranty out in more recent years do not feel nor perform as well as their predecessors in my opinion.
I collect tools and I've noticed that as steel ages it gets harder and more brittle. It's not something I've ever seen documented or discussed. I just did a bit of online research and it does seem to be a known phenomenon. So you cannot really directly compare old and new tools because of the effect time has on tools. Time changes everything.
He has sometimes included e.g. a new Craftsman ratchet and an old one in testing. The old ones are usually better.
Thanks for the suggestion.
Thanks!
Thanks for supporting the channel! I really appreciate it!
I bought the Etenwolf tire pressure gauge for my Outer Banks island beach camper camping trip last week. In order to get around on the deep sand you have to air down tires to about 18 psi, I found that gauge to be very accurate and worked nicely for the price. Thank you for the test!
You are welcome! Thanks for sharing.
@johnnymoran180
You can buy a set of "air down" that you can set for the pressure you want. Just screw them on and drive as they air down the tires.
@@ducewags I need to look into that!
I have a Kobalt 210 count set i bought when i was 15. 13 years later I am still using it for all my mechanic work and I'm happy to report u have never broken or lost a single piece (even the 10 mm sockets are there)
Thanks for sharing.
I was gifted a kobalt toolbox and a lot of kobalt tools and it was stolen, I will never forget it
Not sure I believe the 10mm socket story.
@@I_am_archie the 10mm you guard with your life LOL
@I_am_archie if you tube let me post photos I'd show you. Ever 10 mm socket and in every driver size is there
One somewhat strange thing I would love to see you test is different solar panels and if certain brands are more efficient than others or any differences that should be noted.
that video would take like 4-5 months to make but would be cool to see
He'd have to wait 20 years to test the degradation of the panels also; solar panels degrade quite poorly over the years and power output can fall by more than 20%.
@@ToddKepusSo maybe he's been working on that video for a few years now, and we just don't know. 😁
Thanks for the suggestion.
Bought a similar tool set (but with wrenches) from kobalt around 2005 when I was struggling to fix my busted ass '89 cherokee with a crescent and a vice grip... I still have the box and most the tools. It's my "throw it in the truck to help (relative or friend with car troubles)" set now and has loaned out a time or two. Still kicking. Been pretty loyal to kobalt for that set of reasonably priced reasonable quality tools ever since. Run most of their power tools now. 0 major issues. Ran the 90 tooth ratchets in a motorcycle shop for over a year before changing positions (not tools). My snap off guy laughs at me but I love my kobalt tools and I'll never get snap on at cost 😂
Thanks for sharing.
Thanks, you're like a fun version of underwriters labs. Such a great resource for us DIY'ers
You are welcome!
2nd try posting. As a home-owner who has had to fix things, who used to rely on the kinds of tools in these sets but got very frustrated and had to buy other tools, I would like to suggest putting together your own set - using similar better tools at a similar price. Looking at Amz and HD, not using any sales prices (I'm pretty sure), I made this list totalling $157 or $158:
Screwdriver(s):
Telescoping Ratcheting Multi-Bit Combination Screwdriver Set, DeWalt Max Fit - $20
Impact Duty Alloy Steel Screw Driver Bit Set (25-Piece), Milwaukee SHOCKWAVE - $16
For wrenches and pliers:
Slip-joint "hyper-long" pliers - IBS HLS-300, Igarashi - $28 or Knipex TwinGrip - $29
10-inch Pliers Wrench & 8-inch Water Pump Pliers, Max Power - $27
Sockets and Ratchet:
WORKPRO 39-Piece Drive Socket Set 1/4''3/8'', CR-V Metric and Imperial - $26
Allen keys/wrenches:
Efficere 31-Piece Premium Hex Key Allen Wrench Set with Storage Case, SAE and Metric Assortment - $12
Hammer:
18 oz. Steel Indexing (rotating) Claw Hammer with Cushion Grip Handle, Crescent - $27
Utility Knife:
A dollar store utility knife with a couple of snap-off blades and a round locking dial - $1
This is just a sample list based on current prices. If I had gone with something like this set of purchases to begin with, I would have gotten through home DIY jobs faster, had more time with family as the kids were growing up, and would have saved money by not having to buy tools to replace the generic low end tools. Good luck to all readers.
All of my tools came from the pawn shop's loose tools bin, quality brands of the last century. They are holding up extremely well. The tool bags worn out before the tools.
Thank you for sharing!
I don't even need a tool set like that but I love your testing. So thorough. Thx for your service to the consumer.
Thanks and you are welcome!
Nice. And last month I bought my daughter her first decent tool set for her new apartment. But not one of these!
Thanks as usual, Todd. Watching you destroy hand tools is my ASMR.
Thanks!
Toyota master technician here. ✋🏼 my tools are mostly Snap On and I’ve used them professionally for 7 years. That being said, I bought a craftsman set similar to what you have (aimed more towards mechanics) and I’ve used it around the house for basic vehicle maintenance and repairs for many appliances around the house and I’ve been very pleased with how this set has held up over the past 5 years. I wouldn’t use them professionally every day all day but they do great for occasional use around the house. I know craftsman isn’t what it used to be (my dad gave me a set of 90’s craftsman tools) but for just basic stuff around the house they do great. I always recommend craftsmen for “around the house” stuff. Just my 2 cents. Love the videos man. 🤙🏼
The problem with SnapOn is that those low weekly payments run forever. Most people can't justify or afford that. I know I for one don't want the SnapOn man stalking my funeral looking for his check.
@@LatitudeSky agreed. Thankfully all my stuff is paid off lol but they are the best in the industry when it comes to professional use. But my power tools are Milwaukee at the shop.
saying you're a mechanic at a dealership is something you shouldn't tell people. The worst of the worst work there, literally break anything they touch.
@@nastysoda9212 I dunno what to tell you broski other than my work speaks for itself. 🤷🏼♂️
Maryland?
Best channel on UA-cam. Protect this man at all costs! Thank you.
Thanks!
Better than cable Todd... Thanks for another great video! I just love how you come up with such creative ways to test things...
You bet!
It's a great video, as always. About 6 years ago, I switched to buying Kobalt hand tools for DIY around the house. I would stock up every year around January when in-store would have clearance on the tool set with 50% to 70% off prices. I got a couple of 125-piece mechanics sets for $35.
Thanks! Thanks for sharing.
I have always built my own tool sets . For tools used most,I buy high quality. For those that maybe used once in a while, inexpensive ones. Many of my "Home" tools are family heirlooms . Good thorough review.
Thank you for sharing!
The ideal method is to buy a good value, mass set, and if you use a tool enough that it breaks (or fails), you buy a higher quality replacement.
Got my Sunday sermon!
Thank you
Sundpey sermon
@@joseeduardo4327 Noice!
These tools may last throughout your life but you can’t take them with you when you go. Y’all need Jesus 😀
But we all need these reviews to make our lives better.
Not proud to say I didn't see the "r" in your comment and was very uneasy for a second..
I actually need a full basic set, so i look forward to watching this
Thank you very much!
The work you do is honestly amazing. You save the common folk sooooooooooo much money it's incredible. Anyone with any common sense will not buy tools/equipment without checking your channel first. I don't know how many thank yous you get in a day but whatever the number ITS NOT ENOUGH. so from me and a ton of other people that forgot to say it THANK YOU.
Thanks and you are welcome!
I am long past needing a budget tool set, but I still watched this from start to finish.
Thanks for watching!
"large mouth tool bag" was my nickname in college
lol. Thanks
I love vintage craftsman socket. Back then they were strong tools.
Thanks for the feedback.
@@ProjectFarm Thanks for all the reviews.
I recently picked up the updated craftsman mechanics 252 piece ser . And I can honestly say that I am very happy with the quality of the entire kit. The whole kit is quality tools.
Thanks for sharing.
Video suggestion: Safety Glasses.
Would love to see a comparison of clarity, weight, impact protection, fog and scratch resistance, side shielding, and affordability.
Common brands being Milwaukee, Dewalt, 3M, Pyramex, Nemesis, Radians.
Bonus: throw in expensive set of safety glasses from Oakley to see how they fair to the cheap sets
ua-cam.com/video/0EwraSl1aPI/v-deo.html
Thanks for the suggestion.
I still have some old Craftsman tools that have stood the test of time! Out lasted Sears. I still have a 35 yo shopvac and reciprocating saw (not to mention Kenmore washer and dry just as old and still going).
I have a 40 year old Craftsman shopvac. Motor still works but the hose rotted out and disintegrated years ago. Replacement hoses are way too expensive.
Harbor freight sells hose kits.
Nice!
Excited for this one I've been needing a kit for the truck.
This is meant for homes unfortunately.
Thank you very much!
If you go back 10 months on his page, he did a "best mechanics toolset" - that would be the one you'd really want for your truck! 🙂
Huh? A wrench is a wrench; a hammer is a hammer; a screwdriver is a screwdriver.
Unless you’re the Bearded Mechanic. Then everything is a hammer, unless it’s a screwdriver
@@jochem1986 still good for any odd jobs you come across on the day-to-day
Seriously, one of the best UA-cam channels out there! I even watch when I have no intention on buying or using the products. But in this case, I am always looking for a decent/cheap toolkit as a backup. Thanks for your videos!
Thanks and you are welcome!
This is funny because I have an insane amount of tools I work with but practically nothing in my house.
Good timing on this one.
Thank you for sharing!
Oh my god I've been waiting forever to see you tackle tool sets!!
Amazing review as usual! 👍🏻
Thank you!
Great to see you back to good old tool reviews would like to see some more old v new tools 👍
Thank you for sharing!
Man. After watching that, I am sooo glad I bought most of my tools back in the '80s and '90s! They've lasted and most were made in the USA. Plus, I inherited quite a few more older ones from my dad. Lots of redundancy as a result of that, but it means I can keep a good variety of quality tools in both the garage and in the trunk of my project car.
Thanks for the feedback.
I like to have multiple tools so that the person I'm helping can work too! Especially important when it comes to trunk snow shovels.
Danke für das tolle Video! 😊
Other than some specialty and precision tools, I use Harbor Freight for everything else at work because there's one right across the street. The trick is having multiple sets worth of tools. Sockets, wrenches, drivers, whatever. If one breaks or gets lost, what of it? I've got immediate backups, no waiting for the Snap-On guy. I don't feel bad if I have to torch cut one of my sockets to make it work. No one steals my tools, no one asks to borrow my tools, it's great having a bunch of beater tools. Even if they're 80% of Snap-On quality (I suspect the actual difference in quality is minor) they're amazing to have around.
I was surprised the Harbor Freight tools didn't fare better in the testing today. The thing with cheap tools though is no process control or QA. So from tool to tool you're going to get variable performance. Some good, some not so good. It's a crap shoot.
Not all HF tools are made equal. I've had HF stuff that was very decent and usable and I've had HF stuff that are basically just paperweight's.
@@carbonstar9091 consistency is an ongoing issue with cheap products. Although I've bought pro stuff that was defective too. Paid the full price for it. That really stings.
@@1pcfred oh absolutely, some tools don't last a week. others I've had for years. It's like tool evolution, all the bad tools get replaced quickly anyways.
@@strilight I call it the tool lottery. Sometimes you win and sometimes you lose. Gambling can be fun to do though.
My mom lives in a farm and she asked me to install a Security Camera, external camera, with night vision, ptz etc..
The first thing that came to mind was your channel, please can you make a video on security cameras!?
(I ended up buying the TPLINK VIGI 540)
How does mom like the tplink??
This is great idea! I'll start commenting it on PF vids till he sees it.
There actually isn't much out there for choices on security cameras. There are actually VERY few OEMs, and a lot of the brands you see are just re-badges. Hikvision and Dahua cover almost all of it.
@@Jonathan-hx6oyI’m sure he’s seen it. I believe he reads every comment.
The problem is cost. The investment for all leading cameras/kits would be huge and the testing would be extensive.
Thanks for the suggestion.
The heck with online reviews, this is the BEST review that you can count on. Real life tests that you can 👀 for yourself. Keep it up! Love your attention to detail with testing.👍
I appreciate that!
I’ve been waiting for this one! Thanks!!
Thank you very much and sorry it's taken me so long to finally put together this review!
I bought a Halfords (UK) socket set in 1995 for about £40. I still have it to this day, its been a champ. I bet todays equivalent wouldn't last 2 years.
Thanks for sharing.
“And the Craftsman is made in China”. I am so sad every time I hear this.
Thank you for sharing!
You can thank Obama for that one
Shut up you dope.
@@otterconnor942Nah, that's just capitalism. Americans want cheaper stuff. China makes cheaper stuff at good-enough quality and you and many others buy it. Amazing considering all these red rural counties sold out their local Ma and pas for Wal-Mart.
@@Lennybird91 your reflexes are so fast that not even a joke goes over your head
Picked up the Kobalt kit several years ago on sale for my 8 year old for only $50! The price has sure risen. Nice to see it performed well. Thanks for the review! Love your videos!
Nice! Thanks and you are welcome!
Am I the only one annoyed by tool kit companies advertising how many pieces their kit has...and ends up adding a bundle of cheap zip-ties and picture hanging hardware for the sole purpose of boosting their "piece count"? Not to mention the copious amount of 1/4" screwdriver bits that more than 1/2 of them will never be used by the average homeowner! Over 25% of the piece count of the Kobalt tool kit is 1/4" screwdriver bits.
Yes, I try to compare tool kits and notice 500 pieces, but then it only goes up to a 14mm socket or something silly. I don't need loose allen wrenches or Phillips head bits. I'd love to have a complete set of 6 point sockets all in one kit instead of having a bunch of individual tools that I can't easily store in one kit.
Man. I’m so addicted to these videos!
Thank you!
this channel is of public utility, thx u so much, i'd love comparaison of the best paint remover
Thank you for sharing!
You’re one of the very, very few channels I never skip the ads for so I can make sure you get paid
Thanks!
I would really like to see a home paint sprayer test. Uniform coating ease of cleaning ease of use for a couple of ideas
Thanks for the suggestion.
Small pressure washers would also be a good thing to test. I have a ryobi that cost $100 on sale a year ago that's turned out to be pretty good.
@@goodun2974 especially with the Stihl electric one
@@goodun2974he did do power washers
Let’s test the parcel service carriers next! FedEx, DHL, UPS, USPS, etc.!
Anymore it just depends on who they hired that day 😣
The one thing Todd forgot here was to drop each kit multiple times from 4 or 5 feet to see if the latches popped open or not!
Would like to see Husky, Stanley, and Dewalt. As they are in similar budget tool class
Thank you for sharing!
Crescent makes a pretty decent tool kit in this category as well.
All these Chinese tools were probably made in the same factory.
I've had 1 craftsman socket set for years to work on my cars. They have held up great and the ratchets have been beaten up a lot. They have withstood all of the beating from loosening up nuts. If I ever need a home set, I'll look into the Kobalt set. Very informative video, as always!
Thanks! Thanks for sharing.
Video suggestion- snap ring pliers.
Thanks for the video idea.
I would like to see a comparison of tools from auto stores like Autozone, Advance, O'Reilly's, and Napa. Sometimes you are working on a vehicle and need a tool and you don't want to wait on shipping. So easy to just run to the auto part store.
Thanks for the suggestion.
I bought a duralast set of ratchet wrenches about 10 years ago, they were pretty good back then. Not sure about their new stuff. They were American made back then.
I'm pretty sure they are made in China now, but I bought a long handle ratchet and there and it is one of the best ones I have. Sometimes you're in a pinch and this is your only option. They appear to be pretty good quality.
Most of the odd sockets I've picked up from the zone have been decent. The puller i got was junk and didn't last one use.
0:22 -- Wait; no $20 Walmart kit?
Walmart doesn't have a 20 dollar kit anymore
I bought the exact same Craftsman set as my first toolset and started learning working on cars with it. 6 months later, I love it!
Thanks for sharing.
20:23 for easy reference
I really appreciate Project Farm's reviews and thorough testing; I've made different purchasing decisions on tools than I would have going in without such useful information. I got a secondhand-but-not-opened Anvil brand homeowner's tool kit a few months ago, and I'm pretty happy with it. The only complaint I've had with it is that the screwdriver handle does not hold the bits tightly or magnetically, but all of the pieces in the kit have proven to be durable enough for light duty work.
After this, I"m glad I picked up the Kobalt for $79 when it was on sale. Thanks as always.
You are welcome!
I bought a 300 piece kobalt set about 10 years ago and its still my tool set i love it....
Thanks for sharing.
Great video. I think anyone serious about tools isn’t buying an all inclusive kit. But my 23 year old is moving from our home in NY to Missouri next week, so a kit was perfect for her. If she needs to hang a picture, or tighten a cabinet hinge, or replace a toilet handle, it’s got her covered (compared to not having any tools). I think that’s what these things are intended for. Thanks for all of your effort.
Thanks!
Underrated comment about the tool bag. Blow moulded kits do look nicer but they always fail to hold things in correctly when new and become worn and fragile over time. A bag or roll (with spare slots) is so much better because as mentioned adding an extra couple of tools that you might need is so useful and just can't be done with a blow mould case, also if you break a tool (which quite often happens with cheap tools) a replacement is unlikely to fit.
I've been watching this channel since the days of early alternitave fuel running and you still keep going. I would love to see you do the myth of a wooden piston but its looking very busted with other videos. Love the true honesty you put in, for many his is all you would need for around the home and having a good little set does help out. I alwasy have something on my small truck or car they have saved me a few time.
Thanks for watching!
This mans a national treasure! Thanks for all the hard work!
My pleasure! Thanks!
I have my father's 45 year old solid steel framing hammer. It is very heavy but it has performed great over the years. My father used this hammer when adding a 3 foot addition to the kitchen in IL & adding a 12 foot addition to the garage in NC. He never liked air operated framing & finish nailers.
Thanks for sharing.