Surely every man will like the look of a tool beautifully packed in a neat case. Such a solution allows not only to use it with due comfort, but also to carry it as needed, avoiding cluttering pockets and compartments in overalls.
Many brands are engaged in the production of such inventory and related accessories, and it is very easy to get confused in all its diversity, especially for an inexperienced consumer. On the market you can find both professional tool kits for some specific needs, and universal kits with amateur ones. So the choice for the most part depends on the scope of your activity: a locksmith, a mechanic, a carpenter, etc.
We will try to figure out which set of tools is better and why, taking into account the opinions of experts in this field and feedback from ordinary users. Let's start with manufacturers and end with a list of specific kits.
Producers
As mentioned above, the market offers an unprecedented variety of such equipment, but not every manufacturer can boast of the quality component of their kits. Consider the most popular and noteworthy brands that appreciatenot only their reputation, but also respect the consumer, releasing very good tool kits.
Kit manufacturers:
- Makita.
- JonnesWay.
- Ste alth.
- Berger.
- Ombra.
- "Bosch".
Brands have been on the market for a very long time and have proven themselves in their segment. Almost any purchase with this brand on board is quality, reliability and a long service life.
Separately, it should be noted that a professional set of tools simply cannot be cheap. Therefore, when you see some stunning “promotion”, where you are offered to buy a branded kit two or even three times cheaper than the face value, you should think about it and clarify whether you really have the original products of the venerable brand. In almost 100% of cases, this is another fake from the notorious Middle Kingdom.
Next, let's go directly to the overview of toolkits. This will be represented by a kind of rating, where we will start with a simple and inexpensive, ending with a premium class.
Kraftool 25556-H43
This is a set of locksmith's tools, where the main emphasis is on the number of ¼ inch bits - here there are 30 of them. With drills, things are not the best way, but still better than nothing: three good, and most importantly - resistant metal drills.
Most of the kit is occupied by a professional screwdriver with a reverse on an ergonomic handle. There are also seven bits ranging in size from 5 to 12 mm indiameter. Users speak well of the set, but it is still incomplete. The clear advantage of the kit is the cost. Looking at the price, you can forget about the existing shortcomings.
Pros of the set:
- good quality tool;
- a small and very handy suitcase;
- more than affordable cost.
Cons:
not enough drills
Estimated price is about 800 rubles.
Bosch V-Line 41
This is a professional locksmith tool set with no unnecessary items, which means it's easy to lift. All inventory received excellent spraying and is of high quality. With it, you can carry out work of any level of complexity and duration.
The set itself consists of 41 items. They are located correctly and clearly sit in their grooves. I was especially pleased with the rich set of drills of 11 pieces, conveniently divided into several cassette compartments: concrete, metal and pen. Moreover, the most popular types have duplicates. Sockets and bits are located in similar cassettes by standard size.
Set benefits:
- handy and compact case;
- excellent quality tools;
- rich set of drills;
- breakdown of items into cassettes.
Flaws:
not identified
Estimated cost is about 1300 rubles.
Ombra OMT94S
For the most part, this is a set of tools in a suitcase for a car enthusiast, but in household use it will be very useful. The set includes 94 items: sockets, ratchets,hexagons, screwdrivers, bits and other useful equipment.
The quality of this set of tools in the suitcase reflects its value. All items do a good job with new nuts, bolts and other fasteners that have not had time to rust, but where a breakdown is required, the kit is practically useless: the heads begin to scroll, and the bits break. So for a serious auto repairer, it is better to find the same serious set of tools.
Set benefits:
- rich equipment;
- intelligent and convenient sorting of items in the case;
- democratic price tag.
Flaws:
- not suitable for rusty fasteners;
- no wrenches.
Estimated cost is about 4,000 rubles.
Stels 14105
Despite the more modest number of items in the kit, the set of hand tools from the Ste alth brand is considered the best in the budget segment. The manufacturer made a well-considered and correct decision, replacing the rarely used sizes of socket heads with open-end wrenches from 8 to 22 mm. It is them, judging by the reviews, that most consumers lack.
Unlike the previous set, this set of hand tools copes well with old fasteners. Rusty bolts and nuts from twenty years ago, of course, he can not break, but otherwise the keys and heads proved to be quite worthy.
Set features
It is also worth noting the coating of the tool. The matte coating hides small cracks and scratches, while similar chrome items suffer greatly from this. This set of tools cannot be called professional, but advanced and economical car enthusiasts will surely like it.
Pros of the set:
- open-end wrenches in a set;
- good quality tools;
- matte and pleasing to the eye coating;
- attractive value for the features available.
Cons:
no critical ones identified
Estimated price is about 4500 rubles.
Jonnesway S04H624101S
This is a reliable and versatile tool kit for demanding car enthusiasts. With it, you can carry out repairs of almost any complexity without regard to the intensity of the load. The tool can easily cope with both the old "Zhiguli" of twenty years ago, and with brand new foreign cars.
Tool set includes 101 items. Moreover, a good half of the inventory is not just mirrored to a different millimeter, but also to a standard size. The case itself became the only fly in the ointment for many consumers. If you quickly open the suitcase or even turn it over, then the entire tool will fall on your knees or on the floor. And after driving in the trunk on our roads, you have to re-arrange the inventory in its place. So this set is better to carry in your hands or put on the back seat, and then carefully open it.
Set benefits:
- rich set of tools;
- excellent quality of heads, bits and keys (can handle any rust);
- the manufacturer gives almost a lifetime warranty on the set;
- more than adequate price for such quality.
Flaws:
Tool holder grooves are weak
Estimated cost is about 11,000 rubles.
Berger BG128-1214
This is a versatile tool kit for the home. The set includes 128 high quality items. Consumers were especially pleased with the abundance of socket heads of different sizes - 76 pieces, as well as the presence of rare bits and special adapters.
This set of tools for the home will look good both in the hands of a beginner and professionals in their field, because there are no complaints about the quality of the items. Wrenches, bits and sockets will easily cope with the old rusty fasteners and rip off everything that you put in them, if only there was enough strength.
Distinctive features of the set
Perhaps the only serious drawback that most "walking" users complain about is the weight of the set. Carrying 11 kilograms with you is not the most pleasant experience. For car owners and home craftsmen, this is not critical.
Pros of the set:
- ideal value for money;
- big set of items;
- includes rare adapters for exotic bits;
- excellent ergonomics and proper arrangement of tools;
- nice looking case.
Cons:
far from being an easy 11kg kit
Estimated price is about 10,000 rubles.
Makita D-37194
The venerable Makita never ceases to please the consumer not only with high-quality power tools, but also with excellent kits. In this set of 200 items, a good half of the inventory is designed for a screwdriver and a puncher (142 pieces), and the most popular nozzles are duplicated.
Separately, it is worth noting the drills and their sensible selection: high-quality spraying, victorious tips and a choice of sizes - from 1 to 10 mm. As for the keys, the manufacturer went here for the most practical and versatile option - an adjustable wrench. The latter easily copes with diameters from 1 to 22 millimeters. This allowed us to save space and significantly reduce the price.
Set Benefits:
- a wide selection of items for all occasions, especially for the puncher;
- excellent inventory quality;
- very light weight for 200 items - 6 kg;
- extremely attractive price for both the brand and the set itself.
Flaws:
not identified
Estimated cost is about 6,000 rubles.
Summing up
When choosing kits of such a plan, you first need to decide why you need it at all. If you are a jack-of-all-trades and do everything, as they say, then it is better to pay attention to universal sets, which include most of the necessaryhousehold tools.
To repair a car, it is better to take a specialized kit. Fixing plumbing or assembling furniture is one thing, but digging into a car where each nut needs a special approach is completely different. Of course, in some simple cases, you can get by with a universal option, but in others you will curse everything and everything, knocking your hands into blood on another hard-to-reach fastener. So here it is better not to save money and take an intelligent set specifically for car repairs. This will not only help you quickly complete the task, but also save your hands and nerves.
The same rule applies to locksmith and carpentry work. Universal sets will help only partly, and in most cases you will have to run for a rare drill, bit or nozzle that comes across only in this segment.
Each area needs its own tool, so you need to be very careful when choosing a set. Also, do not forget about no-name manufacturers from the Middle Kingdom. Yes, Chinese instruments cost a penny, but as such they have zero practicality. They will break, bend and fail and will not be able to handle even a normal load, let alone a serious one. So it's better to pay extra and buy a normal set from a well-known brand than to throw out a small amount every week for Chinese rubbish.
