BEST BUDGET TOOLBOX- Ridgid Pro Gear 2.0- Has Features PACKOUT DOESN'T!
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- Опубліковано 21 вер 2022
- Is Ridgid Pro Gear 2.0 the best toolbox system for the money? This first impressions video highlights some of the new features and improvements from the 1.0 system. In addition to improving aspects of the box, there are a few features that are only available from this toolbox system! Stay tuned for a comparison between Ridgid, Packout and Stackpack!
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Just found your channel yesterday. Man, you do some very thorough reviews, exactly the way I'd want to do them if I had the time and patience. Very helpful, thank you.
Thanks!
I held the $35 see through organizer yesterday. It’s a lot for $35 compared to competition. The included wall mounts are killer.
I’m glad Ridgid didn’t try to make this a pack out/ flex competitor. I also like how they kept the same recipe from the gen 1 with a few tweaks to justify making a gen 2. Longer cart handle is what I really wanted from my gen 1 which they addressed here. If you want a simple, no frills cart that’s able to move your tools from truck to job site and around, this is the set up for you.
Well said Miguel! I agree!
FWIW in about 2018 I started buying a GEN one rigid boxes, they are a little beat up, but I have not had to retire any of them. I love that Jin two boxes are compatible, I just bought the three drawer system to add to my stack as it is much easier to get stuff in and out when you are not having to tilt all of your higher boxes to reach into a mid/lower box.
Thanks man, I think that bottom roller was the game changer for Ridgid. I love it,
I agree! Are you gonna upgrade?
@@JakeWeihe Yes , I'm heavily vested in Ridgid crates and smaller boxes. I just hated the handle and lid on the bottom box. After watching your video, I'm grabbing one tomorrow. Didn't know there was a new one out,, Thanks Again Buddy.
Yesterday at HD I got the cart box for $79.00, The medium box for $39.00 and two of the top boxes for $29.00 ea. After inspecting them compared to Milwaukee that I wanted (most tools inside are milwaukee) I just could not pass up paying half the price. After organizing the total rack weighs over 200 lbs and has no problem moving it, I have to break it down to lift it. Boxes are bigger and hold a lot of gear and I still have room in the larger boxes. Didn't realize the dolly came off so that's a bonus.
Rigid will hit a home run if they come up with drawers with the capability to get the wheels/ handle on it....
totally agree. It would be awesome if they came out with a few different drawer sizes. Do you have any Ridgid Boxes?
I was hoping to find one with drawers because that would be the most useful one around. Where can I contact them to get them on it?
They wil hit a bigger win if they add connectors to attach cord holders on the side, and a plate to hang a charging station on it. The big little detail none of the regular brands have that actually only Purdy had for their painters box, which is painter pole holes on the cart portion. Other brands should incorporate it, along with a slot for box levels.
Havent got the Purdy box yet, but I noticed it has very identical latching as Ridgid, I wonder if they're compatible
They have the small parts organizer (the half size) they seem to be rollout things out slowly - made in Israel not in china
That's what I'm hoping for! I've been holding off on switching to DeWalt because I love Rigid, hopefully they'll get smart and drawer up. I'd be more than willing to sign a petition to send them.
high quality video and review thank you!
Thank you for the details!
Good job I recently bought the base box with the wheels and it had two prices on the display and a sales price on a brochure attached to the base. So HD sold it for the 69.99 price tag. 20 dollars off is a bargain lol. So last week I bought the small box for 39.99 and I was debating between the small and medium sized box. Well I chose the smaller box for my Dewalt batteries and charger and skil 10 pc. hammer drill bits, sds drill bits and other smalls for the small organizer. I’m excited about this new box because of fact you can take the wheel carrier off. I might add the xl box or the medium box but right now this works perfectly fine.
I have the 1.0 Ridgid boxes plus organizers. I'm thinking maybe I should get the 2.0 as well. I also have the Milwaukee packout plus organizers and drawers.
Richard… We are still waiting for your drawer system to come out when is it due to release in Canada?
Hey man, if you made (or if a rigid did in the future) an adapter kit to make the toolbox style rigid vacuum into a compatible stackable unit that would be amazing! Especially if stuff can stack on top of it as well! I would use the heck out of that. An attachment for a compound trim miter saw would be awesome as well; that said, I use makita 18v & 36v platform so I would want one for the small 36v makita saw.
But super seriously:
• attachment to turn the cart part into a dolly (especially if it can be left on even when the pro gear boxes are attached)
• Rigid tool box vacuum conversion kit (able to integrate mid stack)
• trim saw base conversion kit
• also a kit (or maybe just an XL box that could fit an air compressor)
…those would be awesome! …or “that would be fire! Slay!” as my kids would say. lol.
Good ideas! I’m not invested into much other ridgid stuff than these boxes. But I do agree with the dolly idea and drawers!
They do make a tray that goes on the bottom of the toolbox style vacuum that allows it to stack on the top of the other boxes.
Ive been reading a lot of reviews that say the handle on the cart is prone to breaking- anyone had any issues?
Love your videos! I'm on the fence whether to buy the pack out or the rigid. I do like the price of the Ridgid obviously. I'm just wondering, have they discontinued the crate? I haven't been able to find them anywhere for weeks now. The other thing that would be nice if they came out with a 2.0 full size organizer to replace the first gen. It would be nice to be able to lock the 1/2 boxes on top of the organizer as well. Thanks!
Thanks! I agree the Ridgid crates are hard to find and may have been discontinued. Hopefully they will release a 2.0 version of both the crate and full size organizer. If you haven’t yet, check out my video on crates because the Husky Build-Out system could be another option to consider.
I have had my 2.0 system for months and it is way underated. The boxes are basic and that is what I like about them. Nothing goes wrong with them. I have had several problems with the smaller organizers with the clear tops that attach to the top and they do seem to crack and break easily.
Where can I find accessories for these boxes if anyone makes them after market?
Awesomeness 🔥. Thanks for helping my decision. D.I.Y and Handyman, seems like a lot of good bang for the buck.
Ridgid has a new vacuum. 3 gallon, and it has an adapter to connect it on top of the pro gear boxes.
So you could have a small box with the shop vac "var detailing hose & tips" directly underneath the vacuum. And its pretty cheap at $120 right now.
The new ridgid vacuum is pretty clever. And decent price. I Wonder how the TB vacuum will be powered
I agree with 100% of the points made in this video. Flex boxes are FINE, they will protect stuff inside them, they just aren't as good as others.
Good video. I tried contacting you through your website about a part but haven't heard back. My question is: do you make/sell Ridgid box wall mounts? Would these be different for Gen 1 & 2? Are there also different sizes? Thanks for your help. I'm invested in Ridgid, but tempted by Dewalt's Tough System because of the wall mount racking system and the DS carrier which seems to be capable of all purpose use (my local Home Depot barely has any DW in store so can't check it out in person.)
Just emailed you. It seems like dewalt has pulled back a bit on the wall rack for some reason. Just harder to source these days and they don’t talk about it that much. Kind of disappointing since it is so cool.
Hi Jake, do you know or have any suggestions on how to lock these types of boxes down in back of a Van or Pickup?
Lock down for security? Or lock down for movement?
My first thought is a short wooden box attached to the truck or van. And then ratchet straps can be attached to that and then over the top of whatever box you want
@@JakeWeihe thanks, yeah locked down for movement. I’m thinking of building a pull out tray that I can have a large box sitting on, but then can be easily removed
I use ridgid for now because I got the gen1 roller box, organizer, and crate for 109 bucks in clearance. It’s getting the job done for me at the moment but I’ll be switching to Milwaukee eventually
What about gen 2?
@@JakeWeihe I haven’t seen the options I want. Milwaukee is doing a good job of spoiling trades people.
Do the metal latches on the side move around or rattle when they're not in use? I could see that being annoying or possibly getting caught on something. Looks like a great alternative to packout for it's price though!
good thought, but I don’t think it will be much of a problem. They do rattle a little bit but it’s still a low profile design that folds sort of out of the way when not in use. I would agree it’s a great alternative for the price!
No they don’t rattle I have 3 old versions and never rattled.
No they don’t move
Looking for inner dividers, do you know where I can get any?
I don’t think they sell any right now. I would just make some out of plywood if you really want some
So are they backwards compatible? I have 1.0 stuff but wouldn't mind some of the new 2.0 stuff
Yes, 1.0 and 2.0 fit together
Weird question. If I get a large box and then two medium boxes (instead of a medium and small), will that stack together and work?
Not a weird question! You can stack up whatever configuration you want. There’s also organizers and a crate to choose from
Thank you. I was thinking for more space to purchse an extra mediums instead of a small and hopefully that would sill be easy to move around on wheels.
Why i cant'n find it any where in europe? Any help?
I think you're missing something. The $24.97 organizer IS the half-size box you mention later. That's why it has the metal bar across the front - it's designed to face the side. There is no full-size organizer for 2.0. Hence, this kit will price out just a tad higher because you're paying for two boxes on that fourth layer.
Good catch! I’ll mention that in my upcoming comparison video. Thanks for the comment! 👍
Do they make a base plate for mounting inside a truck bed or other moving vehicle or ? and does Gen 1 connect to the Gen 2 models?
Thanks
No base plate yet. Gen 2.0 and gen 1.0 do connect together
@@JakeWeihe Thank you. Maybe ill buy a small unit and just remove the lid and screw that down.
Might be able to find 1.0 on clearance. The lid of 1.0 rolling boxes comes completely off
Do you happen to make the wall mounts (or can you..) for the Rigid Pro Gear? (They seem to be a bit of a bugger to buy..)
I’ve been working on them for a few days. The brackets will be on weihedesigns.com soon 👍. I’ll post about them when ready
I have been trying to find something to do with the removable side locking bar that locks all the boxes together. I have yet to be able to find it yet. My boxes did not come with it and I have not been able to figure out where to get it. Does anybody know?
That locking bar is for gen 1. The gen 2 boxes use the reinforced eyelets like other brands
@@JakeWeihe interesting. The new gen 2 boxes showed the pictures of the bar lock on them in the little booklet. There are also some screw holes on the side where I had assumed the mounted. Thanks 👍
Love the special handle on these boxes
It’s a cool feature!
I just picked up what you have for 124 out the door I love it top case has been ordered
Nice!
I just got the 3 pack shipped free for 124 👀
Region does drawers, as well as make that removable handle actually a dolly that would be fantastic! That way you wouldn’t have to carry an extra dolly with you for things like materials boxes
I got the whole 3 PC kit for $140 on sale in June. I'm working out of someone else's truck, so I haven't put the system through its paces. I have seen a number of people complaining about handle breakage and pro gear being manufactured by a 3rd party making the lifetime warranty a pain in the ass.
At the end of the day it’s a plastic box. If you are stupid with it something is going to break.
And yeah in another video I was wary about the warranty since the company structure is strange.
@JakeWeihe cool you responded. I was looking at HD customers saying that the handle broke under moderate load. Hey, I paid for it. Hoping for the best. Just subcribed.
Very thorough vidoe
Do you make replacement heavy duty handle?
Why would that be necessary?
i wonder if that wall mount system would hold up on a trailer.
Hmmm, I like the wheels being completely outside the box walls. I'd like bigger wheels to make it easier to roll the thing up and down stairs and this might allow that modification.
It would have been nice if they would have added an adapter so you can connect the first system with this second system, like the Craftsman tradesmen. But I sure like the way the handle disconnects from the box
All ridgid 1.0 items attach to 2.0. No adapter needed
Good review. I'm a DeWalt guy but this setup is $100 cheaper. I just need to move my tools from site to site. Drawers would be the next thing I hope Ridgid comes out with.
Check out my new video on husky buildout. It’s going to be very competitive with ridgid
@@JakeWeihe WOW that was timely. Thanks
@@JakeWeiheended up going with ridged 2.0 over the husky. Deciding factor for me was handle height. I’m 6’3 and all these systems have short handles. Milwaulkie, ryobi have tall handles but one is too rich and other too cheap. Ridged 2.0 only half an inch shorter with great water seal, removable wheels/handle, and half the price almost
I bought the Ridgid 2.0 25 inch box because it is the only one that will fit under the bed cover on my truck.
I really need dividers in the large and medium boxes, especially in the large box for detailing chemical bottles.
Check out dryforge Cnc. He might have some. Tell him Jake sent ya
@@JakeWeihe I think he has some for the medium box but not for the 25 inch rolling box
Ive got the rigid 1.0. Here are the pros:
- cheap but extremely durable
- i can stand on it
- replaces my ladder and sturdy 2 step for most jobs
- secure when stacked
I pair the rigid with the Tanos system and don't think this combo can be beat!
Nice!
Do you know the internal dimensions of the large unit?
I mention dimensions in my longer toolbox comparison video
Sold. Buying one tomorrow!
Let me know how you like it!
If Rigid has the drawer system like packout or DeWalt drawers like their tack would sell me plus if they were smart adapt to hold Milwaukee and Dewalt boxes too.
They do have drawers
What are the compatible handler accessories?
Once I release the Ridgid Mounts all of the available handler accessories are compatible. Such as the tool tray, phone holder, cup, bins and more
@@JakeWeihe when are you releasing the ridgid mounts?
I think I’m going with this set if I ever buy one.
If this was out when I first got Packout I don’t think I would have gotten Packout
@@JakeWeihe I’ve seen a few people say that they switched from the Dewalt system to this. I was looking at these yesterday at Home Depot and they seem pretty good. I just don’t really need one right now.
Those handle mods would be great.
Anyone have long term experience with it being used yet? How does the handle and wheels hold up? I saw some reviews that they break easily and want to know if it’s true before I buy some
Do you usually break plastic items? Some people are just always rougher on these boxes than others. If you take care of your stuff, 2.0 will be fine
@@JakeWeihe alright sweet thanks for the reply I currently have tough system 2.0 and it’s held up great most the time it’s sitting in one spot or in my truck bed just grabbing tools out of the removable handle and tires is what’s selling me on this for under the bed cover
The handles are not flimsy but if your throwing it around it could break as would almost any plastic
Can Gen 2.0 tool boxes fit on Gen 1 tool boxes?
Yes
Can they be mixed 1.0 and 2.0?
Yup. Do you have 1.0?
I'm guessing by the price & the picture that the organizers are half-size.
Yeah they are
You should make Pro Gear 2.0 wall mounts as it seems Rigid does not sell them. I'm in for three sets
I’ve considered it but it would be a large and long print, so I’m not sure I could get the price point down to what people would be willing to pay. What size are you most interested in?
@@JakeWeihe Large
$20 for the 22” small box is the absolute best budget price - can not be beat for quality to expense ratio
I agree. I hope you can find it somewhere if that’s what you want. 👍🏻
Can you stack old boxes on top of new one?
Yup
@@JakeWeihe thanks :)
Anyone know how much weight these boxes can hold when hanging on a wall?
Hmm I forget off hand but it’s available on Home Depot. I think it’s 25-30 pounds for the small box and 50 ish for the large ones
@@JakeWeihe Thx for responding so quickly! I found info on weight capacity when loaded on dolly, but not for wall mounted capacity… unless it’s the same? I doubt that. Read through 20 pages of questions and answers and nothing.
@doughendricks9912 the install video for the wall mounts says 20kg for the large box. So about 44 pounds. I’m not sure about the small box
What’s the diameter on the lock hole?
About 7/16
You need to update the review, the 2.0 Pro rolling box handle has many issues with breaking, the orginal pro box didn't have an breaking issue.
I’ve heard and experienced issues with 1.0 tho. There’s always going to be people that break things
My handle is strong idk what you heard lol
I am interested in the "Rigid Handler Accessories"
They’re now available on my website! Weihedesigns.com
Interested in ridgid parts for packout
They’re up on my website now!
@@JakeWeihe thanks
New Ridgid multi-drawer tool box coming soon. Check this out: ua-cam.com/video/K3rv-4cLHRU/v-deo.html
yes i would like to see that video
What video?
That 2.0 organizer you show is cheaper because it IS the half organizer
Yeah I realized that after posting. I have a recent video comparing half organizers form Packout, flex and ridgid
Perfect
Many complaints about broken handles only rated for 100lbs
Still not available in Canada smh
Aw man
Great value.. but I have a entire job site trailer outfitted with packout… and I could pick apart these boxes and show many reasons why they just wouldn’t work for me.
I have $3000 into packout. And it’s gross. But… they have features and modularity that no other brand has.
It is nice to see so many other brands in the space. This will only cause every brand to get creative and create more Great products and hopefully cause a bit of competition with pricing
I have thousands in Packout too. Packout is obviously superior but for a certain type of person ridgid will be a better buy!
See that’s my only issue with packouts right there! $3000 is just too much for an fing tool box
@@ryanknuth6915its 30% more than rigid. The biggest mistake anyone can make is buying twice. Just get the Milwaukee.
A system that is superior to all of these is Tanos but it never gets mentioned. More for tradesmen that work indoors though.
What's the special handle?
Did you watch the video?
The handle removes with the wheels.
@@JakeWeihe they mention a 2.0 compatible handle that attaches to the ridgid handle. Keeps your hands away from the box.
@@typingthe are you talking about “the Handler” that’s a system of organization products I make and sell. There are special mounts that slide over the handle
@@JakeWeihe yes, where can I buy one?
weihedesigns.com/shop/handler
Going back and forth... rigid 2.0 or husky rollout
I’ll have more info In my next video. Coming next week
@@JakeWeihe
Do they sell, or do you make any hooks or brackets to hold cords or levels? I can't find much at all. Thank you so much for getting back to me
I feel like a dumbass for buying the first gen rolling base now. I didn't realise there was a second version with a wide handle
The 2.0 version feels of cheaper quality to me; walls appear thinner. I really like the wall mounts and lock, however
You're correct, the 1.0 version used a more hardy/thicker wall material versus the 2.0.
But there are other improvements that I would say outweigh that
Anthony Morello Would you choose the 1.0 version over the 2.0 version? I'm comparing both. The most important feature for me is that the box is well-built and not flimsy. If the 1.0 is far more well-built than the 2.0 than that will be the deciding factor for me.
@@vanquishstorm3806 I have the Ridgid 1.0 version and was very disappointed with the 2.0. Quality feels much cheaper to me. So much so that I switched to Milwaukee Packout. But it’s now very hard to find 1.0 boxes.
@@anthonymorello6214 Thank you for the reply. I ordered the Ridgid 1.0 base box. To me, redesigned features such as the brackets and handle is not as important as overall build quality. I also like that the 1.0 has a removable lid. Does the version 1.0 have the option to remove the handle/wheels?
Where are the draws promises for December 2023
Wish I knew
They're here@@JakeWeihe
Ridgid accessories you can find no where! I just finished blasting ridgid for this. I contacted the company directly.
Like what? I have more accessories available now than in this video
I couldn’t hear Lost sound
what happened?
And some of the video it just lost the sound
Where?
It could’ve been my phone messing up to great video
And gen 1 be used on gen 2.0
Prices went up ..
As all things do
Yeah but milwaukee packout much stronger, locks in better just better storage, I'd rather keep buying my milwaukee, I just bout this set up at home depo for the black Friday sale, when they are locked in they are sloppy and bounce around my milwaukee doesn't and it's solid locked
I highlight this difference in my newest video!
The packout organizer is not adaptable as Ridgid's organizer dividers are not removable and highly limits your organizing I have a 5pc packout and many ridgid prefer ridgid
You do realize that Rigid name is licensed by the same parent company as Milwaukee, right? Techtronic industries. Rigid is owned by Emerson. So the design patents are aligned.
Yes. You should watch more of my videos
The base is no longer made
What base?
@@JakeWeihe The bottom box with the rollers. They have switched to a side handle design similar to a carry-on roller suitcase. Kind of cool, but the system has changed entirely because of it.
@@buckdown1658 I think that's a different box that goes by itself??
@@JC-DC Not sure, I just know Homedepot doesn't have that base box anymore
No that’s just an additional box
They still missed the mark!! You need to take them apart, but when you reconnect them in the customers house , they should be designed to be able to access tool while stacked .
Explaine what's the point if you have to unstack them in a customers home to get to the tools?? . You get it !!??🥸🤓🤥.
I just ordered a smaller DNA rolling modular tool box that can be stacked and and you can get to all your tools (don't know durability). I'd think a designer would know about this defect in the product by now. Going in and out of homes and apartments, once you stack them together, you should still be able to access all tools, and roll where you need the setup, repeat, next room , next stair landing ,, 😉
Okay get Packout drawers then and attach them to a dolly. In most scenarios for most people taking the boxes apart to gain access isn’t that big of a deal. I’m glad u found something that works for u tho
@@JakeWeihe nope, it is a big deal when you work in multiple apartments or homes. It's a pretty thoughtless design. Why would I want to roll them to the next apartment , then have to disassemble in another person's apartment just to get to the tools, then you have to put your tools back in and reassemble to go to next apartment or job. They work fine on a construction sight , but multiple stops its pretty annoying to keep stacking and unstacking. .. just saying I've had the Rigid , for a while , almost bought the Dewalt with drawers ,, but you still need to disassemble the set-up to access tools..
PS, thanks for the review , was hoping they had a different design, for accessibility on your tools..
Do you mainly use smaller hand tools? Idk if there is any toolbox system that has an accessible system for larger tools like saws and drills.
@@JakeWeihe I use portable tools , on my building /apartment repair jobs . Limited space in tenants and customers apartments, homes, etc. I'm hoping this DNA brand is durable, or back it goes..
Thanks again for the review..
@@JakeWeihe Lol is this guy for real?