Toolbox rating

Any householder and even more so a professional builder knows how important tools are. The fact is that the overall result of any repair and construction work depends not only on the skills of the performer, but also on the quality of the tools that he uses. In addition, some work is completely impossible to perform without the presence of one or another specialized accessory.

A toolbox is not a luxury, but a necessity worth investing in. Among other benefits, tool kits provide comfort, because you always know where to find a particular item.

There is a huge variety of tool kits on the market today. They differ in configuration, purpose, manufacturer and many other characteristics. Our review will help you navigate the endless assortment of the construction market.

We'll start our review of the best kits with hand tools that will be needed not only for skilled work, but also for household tasks.

The Jonnesway brand is one of the most popular brands in the construction market. The products of this company are of unsurpassed quality and have a resounding reputation, as evidenced by numerous consumer reviews. On the other hand, a rather high cost can be attributed to the negative characteristics of the kit - about 20,000 rubles.

The kit includes the following items:

• open-end wrenches;
• heads for two ratchets (they are presented in several sizes: short and longer, and are also equipped with a special flag switch that is able to adjust the direction of rotation);
• L-shaped hexagons and torcs;
• drifts with different types of sections;
• hammer;
• ticks;
• nippers;
• pliers;
• screwdrivers.

It is also important to consider that the manufacturer provides a guarantee for all tools.

A similar set of professional tools, consisting of 128 individual elements, will cost you 11,000 rubles. This set is manufactured in Taiwan.

The set is quite versatile and can be used for a large number of purposes. Experienced users report that one of the main advantages of the Berger BG128-1214 is the presence of bits in the set, and there are enough of them there. Also included are several screwdrivers, which are equipped with a fixed blade, pliers, side cutters and pliers.

First of all, in this set of consumers, the wide and rather rich equipment is captivating. So, here you can find a telescope mirror, a flashlight, a chisel - elements that are not present in other sets. The price for Arsenal TSM144ABP-WTG is significant and amounts to about 19,000 rubles.

Experienced builders find disadvantages in the kit. These include, first of all, the inconsistency of the jaws of open-end wrenches, the absence of L-shaped wrenches and 13 mm socket heads with 12 faces.

Professional tool kits for vehicles are most often sold in a special suitcase, which ensures ease of use and a high level of mobility.

The set belongs to a rather high class, and therefore is intended for professional maintenance of vehicles. The market value of the kit is about 14,000 rubles.

The most part of the set is made up of wrenches - there are a great variety of them (open-end wrenches in the range from 8 to 24 mm, split wrenches and other variations of this tool). Also in the composition you can find bits for an adapter, ratchets and much more.

This kit is the most versatile and suitable for every motorist. Its price is 17,000 rubles. The set includes such a rare, but sometimes very necessary tool as a torque wrench, which is an undoubted advantage of Berger BG141-1214 in comparison with competitors.

The set of heads is also quite wide. All standard sizes up to 32 are presented here. In addition, there is an indicator screwdriver probe, which also captivates many motorists.

This set of tools is suitable for those who are looking for a set at a more affordable price, because the market value of the JTC H096B is only 9,000 rubles. Nevertheless, consumers who use this kit (both professionals and amateurs) speak quite highly of it.

The package bundle is also pretty solid. This includes socket heads (from 4 mm to 32 mm), bits, heads, standard ratchet set, screwdriver for bits and heads, etc.

Now let's move on to a review of the best manufacturers and firms, whose kits differ significantly in the positive direction in quality and equipment from their competitors.

At the top of the list in the top of the sets of heads and bits, one cannot fail to mention the world famous company Bosch, which has a similar set in its large assortment of products.

Compact, this kit includes everything you need. It is important to note that this set is perfect for a complete reversible screwdriver. In its composition you will find metric and inch heads and a universal set of bits (crosses, flat, hexagons, torcs).

One of the biggest advantages of the kit is its compactness. Makita B-28612 is made in pocket format. Pleases also the cost of the set, which is only 1,500 rubles. On the other hand, the disadvantages include the insufficient number of heads, and the most popular sizes - 12 mm and 13 mm - are absent.

Of the sets presented in our review, this one is considered the most versatile, but you should be prepared that the price for it is appropriate - about 5,000 rubles.

In the kit, in addition to bits and heads, you will find a knob, a ratchet, a cardan, a flexible extension. It is important to note that the set, first of all, is valuable because it includes not only metric, but also inch heads (from 5/32 to 1/2 inches).

The set of bits is also universal - there are crosses, and flat, and hexagons, and torxes, and stars.

Among all the locksmith and carpentry sets presented today on the construction market, in terms of reliability, some separate sets can be distinguished.

A set made by a reputable firm will cost you 3,000 rubles. Its package includes the following items:

• bits for a reversible screwdriver;
• end heads ranging from 5 mm to 13 mm;
• hex keys;
• drills of the cylindrical and feather type;
• carbon steel crowns;
• countersink, etc.

This set will cost you less than the previous one (its cost is about 2,500 rubles), however, and its equipment will be more modest. So, there are not enough bits and drills here.

This option is the cheapest, its price does not exceed 1,000 rubles. Despite the fact that the number and quality of bits in the set inspires confidence, the same cannot be said about the drills in the set. The fact is that the KRAFTOOL 25556-H43 contains only 3 drills and they are not very good in quality.

In addition, it includes a reversible screwdriver with an ergonomic handle.

In order to choose a high-quality set of repair tools and subsequently not regret your purchase, it is necessary to pay special attention to some aspects.

• All items included in the package must be made of high quality steel. Only in this case can a guarantee of the correct execution of the work, as well as the duration of the tool's functioning, be ensured.
• For many builders, price is also an important factor. Of course, you should purchase sets that match your wallet. On the other hand, you need to keep in mind that often cheap kits are rather modest in their composition, and also do not have the proper quality, so in this regard, you always need to find a balance.
• Pay special attention to documentation (licenses, certificates). Before buying, make sure that you are purchasing a genuinely branded product and not a fake. It is also recommended to purchase kits only from trusted sellers or from official online stores.
• Choose the kits that suit your needs. So, if you carry out regular repairs or are engaged in construction work on a professional basis, then take the time and money to choose and purchase a quality set - after all, over time it will pay off a hundredfold. On the other hand, if you only need a set of tools for occasional use at home, then you should not purchase large and fashionable kits. Give preference to more modest sets.
• Also, experts advise to give preference to proven brands and companies with a good reputation. On the contrary, avoid one-day businesses.

Tips for choosing a toolbox in the video below.