Are Tools from TEMU Worth Considering?

The newest and biggest growing online shopping platform TEMU sells unbelievably cheap tools but do they work and are they even worth thinking about buying. I review a number I have bought recently to help you decide.
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[@jsaurman]

6:31 I bought one of those TEMU calipers and chopped it up and made it into a precision depth gauge for my drill press. It's an outstanding value for that.

[@chrismarsh3933]

Oh my - yes! I hadn’t considered that. Top work!

[@EightBitTony]

Am stealing this idea immediately.

[@false-flagburner4184]

I love a good Macguever - that is the kind of stuff I like to do

[@MeVsMyself1]

Bravo sir 👏 excellent idea 💡

[@fm00078]

WE CRAZY AMERICANS, ALWAYS TAKING NEAR NOTHING & MAKING SOMETHING. 😁

[@vivienclogger]

The products are so cheap you have to wonder how much the workers are being paid. We've got to stop buying cheap rubbish, just because it's cheap. Paying lower wages was the reason so many industries left these shores for China. If the adage 'measure twice, cut once' is true, we should apply the same to products: pay a price that gives you confidence it's actually going to do the job more than once. How long will that chainsaw last? And how ridiculously dangerous is it? The world is full of plastic rubbish: we don't need any more. Sorry. Rant over. Thanks for the honest review.

[@loc4725]

It's fairly well known that they tend to stiff their suppliers and if you do buy from them watch your credit card transactions and never 'save' you details with them. It seems quite a few people have made purchases and ended up buying more than they were expecting.

[@jakobvanklinken]

Buying tools that aren't made in some poor-wage factory is as hard these days as shopping groceries with no added sugar.

[@vivienclogger]

@@jakobvanklinken I wouldn't disagree. It is surprisingly difficult to source products not made in China. I sell power tools for a living and the vast majority of products are made in China (or if they're trying to be sneaky -PRC).

[@tommotube]

​@@viviencloggerwhat brands aren't made in China? Be good to know where to spend money

[@vivienclogger]

@@tommotube you have to look carefully where they're made by looking on the box itself. You might think that Milwaukee was made in - well - Milwaukee, but some are made in China, Mexico and Germany. It's the same with Bosch - you'd assume Germany but some are also made in China. I suspect the cheaper ranges are made in some mega factory in China that manufactures for multiple brands (which is the case for washing machines and TVs apparently) and higher end products are made in Europe or the US. But I could be wrong. Until you look at the box, you won't know.

[@colinmottram4429]

Holy smokes that chainsaw drill attachment is pretty damn special! So many new and inventive ways to main yourself. Thank you for taking the risk so we didn’t have to, Stuart!

[@crabwalk7773]

"It is sawing and it has got a chain." An honest review.

[@TheOriginal_BigMac]

I'd give this video a thumbs up but sadly I cut my thumb off in an unfortunate drill/chainsaw accident

[@PVAglue-fi4kc]

Use your other tumb

[@stevenjordan6389]

On blue laser try twisting black lens?

[@rudivanklugi3529]

Lol

[@matty7758]

Did you get the tools from temu?

[@mrcryptozoic817]

You win the YT comment of the week for that! LOL!

[@johngoard8272]

Yes well mate I live in Australia and have bought some things from TEMU and no I would not buy anything like the laser level and any tools that have to measure stuff like that micrometre but find things like kitchen gadgets and some clothes like tee shirts are really not bad as they are usually made in very light weight materials useful in hot weather. As for the drill bit holder I store my drill bits on some of those neodymium magnets screwed to the lid of my drill box and the bit then becomes magnetised on it's own and keeps the magnetism for a very long time. I did see behind you what looks to be a Triton saw/bench setup and as I own a lot of Triton woodworking gear I congratulate you for choosing a great Aussie product.

[@matthewyabsley]

The third battery is actually the battery you need for the Bosch laser level you have to go and buy afterwards.

[@robertlafrieda203]

😂love ur content 😂

[@gdutfulkbhh7537]

Buy cheap, buy twice.

[@IsThisAvailable550]

That last item (right angle device with 'bit' attachment slots) has been around for many years and is great for reaching very awkward screws etc. I've have one for more than 25 years.

[@dannyhhewitt]

Yep, I got one to slip in my pocket and it's great...but maybe it makes a difference that I knew what I was getting!

[@ulrichporschmann8445]

I also thought it might be work with hex bits and such, working like an allen wrench or so with changable bits... Don't know if anyone needs this but it's an option, maybe to take on a bike tour or have in the car

[@MattMaxwell]

Yep. I've had one for many years that came as part of a security bit set. Mine came with a range of bits, security bits, and a 1/4" driver and sockets from 5mm to 15mm. It's been really useful over the few decades that I've had it.

[@peterwhite51]

One problem with cheap verniers is the continuous battery drain, even when they are switched off! I always take the button cell out when I'm not using them.

[@ericevans4040]

I bought the chainsaw and the plastic came apart within 2 seconds, but it took temu about the same amount of time to fully refund me without returning the saw , I have bought dozens of items from them and most have been an absolute bargain the same stuff sold on amazon but for less than half price,

[@mymobile5014]

That last tool you showed is in fact a screw wrench and I have had one for many years now. They are excellent for getting into tight spots, and for giving you extra leverage when you need it. I got mine from Poundland probably about 18 years ago and it is a key part of my home toolkit.

[@walterjwalnut9964]

Similarly with me, except mine was in a kit that was flooded out and rusted to the point that it was not worth saving the pieces. Kit was 20+ years old when it was flooded, and I went without for about 4 years before I found a replacement at Temu. Haven't been available as an individual item or part of a kit in that time within Australia, glad to replace it with the Temu product. I have found that I need to use a computer or tablet when shopping at Temu as the text on the screen of my phone con be a bit small and my eyes are showing their age. Overall have had a good experience with their product, but I have been somewhat picky when selecting items.

[@kittenlang8641]

@@walterjwalnut9964I just got their sewing machine...$20-25, and with the foot pedal it's an excellent basic machine. Laser hair removal too. It gets rid of age spots too 🤭

[@kittenlang8641]

I mean two separate engineered products, not that the sewing machine does laser hair removal 😂

[@RFC3514]

Long nib pens have indeed been around forever (for a given value of "forever"). The Artline Ek710 is probably the most well-known.

[@peterduffield9311]

I had a lot of chuckles watching this! Really funny - and good entertainment value. I often wondered about the products (as you say, the adverts pop up all over the place) but now I know I was right never to actually buy anything 🙂 Best wishes Peter

[@jonnyvt6602]

I have had the plastic calipers for about 2 years, still works fine!

[@siukcnc]

The long knib pens are also meant to allow you to draw around templates easier to transfer shapes to other materials. Assuming said item is thinner than the length of the knib.

[@kevinwelsh7490]

I use it to trace anatomical parts

[@hermansmith6578]

Mate, can I just say you are kind of spot on with that chainsaw and probably don't realise it. For any shop work forget it. I live in a trailer and cook on a woodstove sometimes, thrown in the back of the truck with the tools this is great to pull up next to some small wood and log it for the stove, its quiet and you don't get people shaking their heads watching you cut small branches with a 24" chainsaw. Instructions really are hilarious though eh? I have chain lube and a sharpener for my bigger saw so this really was a bargain that I didn't know I needed til I saw it. Temu, as long as you read the description and measurements thoroughly and only expect what you pay for on the whole I've found it better than Wish. good reviews mate

[@tismeagen684]

My father was a master craftsman and always said "cheap tools are expensive", because they frequently need replacing.

[@dogbreath6974]

@tismeagen I bought some cheap diamond hole cutters from Amazon, 10 for £10.00, cutting 10mm porcelain tiles for pipework and they did a great job, already payed for themselves, sometimes it's not worth buying expensive tools unless your a professional and use them all the time.

[@MAGAMAN]

@@dogbreath6974 Did you have to buy one for every hole you drilled?

[@AdityaMehendale]

You earn a right to preach that if and when you too become a master-craftsperson. Life is about nuance. When you pass-on second-hand information, albeit from your own father, the nuance seems to get lost.

[@RFC3514]

The issue isn't (just) replacing them. It's the quality of the _work_ they produce. A lot of people focus on the tool itself instead of what you're trying to achieve with it. There's a big channel here on KZbin (name starts with a "p" and ends in "roject farm") where they go to great lengths to test how _durable_ tools are and how far they can be pushed, but they rarely look at the finish quality of the thing they're using the tool on (ex., they'll test how fabric scissors hold up after trying to cut a nail - something no real user is likely to do - but they don't check the edges of the fabric after cutting it, or how the cut quality varies from the base to the tip). I guess that's what happens when you have a "product testing" channel and need to test a lot of products you don't actually use or understand very well. Anyway, my point is: sometimes a tool that needs to be replaced more often is actually preferable, because it does the job better, and as a craftsman (not a tool collector) that's what you _really_ care about. And sometimes cheap (or expensive, but naturally it happens more with cheap) tools last a long time... but do a bad job every time. TL;DR: _Bad_ tools are expensive (even if they're cheap) because you'll either waste a lot of time trying to recover what they mess up, or because you end up having to buy a better tool to replace them anyway (and could have just bought that one to begin with).

[@b3arwithm3]

It depends on the task. Let say for framing, I could cut the 2x4 with any saw. Quality of the cut barely matters.

[@rustyaxelrod]

I bought a very inexpensive 6in chainsaw from one of the online retailers, don’t remember which one. Not a drill attachment but very similar to what you have there with a motor, battery, and even a charger. It worked surprisingly well but as you said it feels dangerous. I use Makita cordless tools and their batteries fit it perfectly. I have used it in the garden (not for woodworking) and it will quickly cut a limb as big as your thigh! Great for dicing up downed branches and similar stuff, it’s quite handy. I don’t expect it to last very long so I’ve used it sparingly but it’s a nice addition to my yard weapons 😁 (double check your chain direction if you use it again, mine cuts much faster and smoother)

[@philgray3443]

I have one on a pole. It is an adventure. Two speeds, STOP and COMPLETELY BERSERK. It makes my big chain saw look very tame in comparison.

[@blademansw]

The Tracer pencils are worth every penny of the 12 or 14 quid. I had an issue with the sharpener on mine, it had never worked properly so I sent an email to Tracer, and two days later I had a brand new one although it was nearly a year old. That is a company that stands behind its product, which is very rare these days.

[@dannymurphy1779]

I agree. Was surprised what Stuart was saying about them, thought as an engineer he would know the difference between plastics. £12 is not a lot if you are a pro working outside, there is also a lot about the holster mechanism that is important too, there are vids where pro carpenters go into great detail about these pencils!

[@Jo-xg6rk]

Agree 100%..I use my tracer everyday...the coloured leads are great too

[@ChelseaPensioner-DJW]

​@@dannymurphy1779look at the channel title, Proper DIY err as in it's for DIYers, it's not Proper Engineer or Proper Tradesman. As a former draughtsman and a present DIYer these pencils and the Long Nibbed Pens are good value and you can get the pens in white for working on metal also.

[@peterferguson2344]

I've bought the long nib markers recently and found them brilliant for marking through drill holes etc 👍

[@lynneclark5313]

Thank you for your honest review. One use for the calipers might be for making jewelry where there are no heavy tools or products around [usually]. I really liked that mechanical pencil. It looks a lot more durable than the plastic ones, and the sharpener is a bonus [and greatly needed].

[@Coxie61]

The Temu stuff is OK if your a hobbyist. Those pencils are great used on compound decking, use the red or yellow so you can see it even if its wet.

[@richshaw95]

I find the chain saw very handy in the garden. Also if you put it on a fast powerful drill it ups the fear factor by a good 200%

[@MrJuicekrew]

😆

[@nickfanthorpe8500]

😂😂😂

[@marcdc6809]

it didn't look much faster than a simple one hand-operated pruning saw?

[@alan_davis]

​@marcdc6809 it isn't, and you'd struggle to lose much in the way of skin/tendons/digits with that option.

[@caskwith]

Those plastic calipers do have some very useful advantages over the normal Stainless Steel versions (though personally I would recommend a pair of each. You can use them to measure magnets without them sticking and even more useful, you can use them to measure batteries without them shorting the battery. They are also very lightweight if you want to take them to the shops for measuring screws etc and because they are plastic you can use them to measure items that might get scratched by metal calipers. Finally, they are great for adding a cheap and easy depth stop to something like a drill press, 0.1mm is more than accurate enough for your average drill and because the calipers are only plastic they are very easy to cut and drill in order to fit to the tool.

[@strangelybrown2003]

But if you've got a pair of aliminium calipers they won't stick to magnets, and will last a hell of a lot longer than cheap chinese plastic crap

[@caskwith]

@@strangelybrown2003 I've not seen aluminium body calipers for sale. In the video a mistake is made as the metal calipers are clearly marked as being made of stainless.

[@norml.hugh-mann]

Stainless isn't very magnetic...however electroplated chrome over steel is...I check for nonSS screws in stainless screw sets with a magnet becuase the stainless won't grab

[@caskwith]

@@norml.hugh-mann Depends on the alloy, the stainless used in all the calipers I own is pretty magnetic, certainly enough to be an issue when measuring magnets and holds enough residual magnetism to pick up steel swarf which is irritating.

[@wizrom3046]

Stainless verniers will scratch a lot of things quite badly; glass, jewellery, p,astic items etc. Plastic ones are not accurate like a machinist would need, but are fine for many practical tasks.

[@user-qk6yf8lo7y]

really good video, nice and honest plus little demonstrations, great well done, you have a new subscriber.

[@BillRehbock]

Excellent video as always! I've had good luck with some of the aluminum measuring tools from Temu and their polypropylene storage boxes. I also like the compact pen-style multimeter, though I wouldn't trust it on mains-level voltage. One other thing that I'd add regarding the "chainsaw" drill attachment is that in addition to being a health-hazard, it probably not good for the bearings on your drill. The bearing is primarily a thrust bearing and not meant for lateral forces for too long. That's why it's not a great idea to use your drill press as a mill.

[@datsunruss]

I work for a vehicle manufacturer and can only use plastic calipers when measuring gaps and flushes on panel gaps on finished vehicles (can't use metal for fear of paint damage) they are not that cheap but are remarkably accurate.

[@home-space]

If they actually work. Mine arrived and it didn't work properly. Yes I did insert a battery.

[@davidmulligan8604]

Thanks for the tip 😀 I bought one of the pencils off eBay last year and never knew it had a sharpener in the end 👍🏻

[@stuartmccreadie501]

Love your videos , yes the stuff you bought is not great quality but you get wat you pay for , I have bought a few tools and supplies for my laser engraving from Temu and I have never had any issues with my purchases well made in fact I would say they are better than some stuff I have bought in the UK ! Keep up the great work on your videos

[@francoisbelangerboisclair]

I ordered from Temu a set of 1/4 hex to 1/2 inch square impact adapter. They work great for adapting a socket with a 1/4 hex shaft that usually fit in my drill to my 1/2 inch wrench. The set cost under 5 pounds ( under 7 Canadian dollars). I don't intent to use it with an impact driver. So the quality is pretty adequate for my intended use. Temu also sell excellent UV (365nm) flashlight.

[@user-tq2kq7xk7j]

It depends on what you want to do with items. I cannot get about the shops any longer and find Temu an easy method of purchasing items.

[@xorsyst1]

Oh, that chainsaw :o I think I'll stick to a cheap mains recipricating saw for cutting branches in the garden, seems a lot safer and just as fast.

[@martinhunt6004]

Great reviews Stuart. I too am bombarded with adverts for absolute tat!😁

[@TheYesnoyesnoyesno]

I got plastic callipers years ago because they were so cheap, and they're kept in the kitchen drawer rather than the garage - but the reason I like them more than my metal ones is the battery is in a little drawer you can push in and out - meaning the battery isn't draining away.

[@j.f.c]

Nothing against this channel in particular, but temu is definitely winning their marketing campaign. I'd say with these solicitations just take the money, product, and do a review. They reach out to thousands of KZbinrs and their goal is marketing their name. Once temu loses its spotlight, the same products from the same warehouse will be marketed the same way under another 4 letter domain name.

[@mike-ology22]

If you look at where it comes from, it's usually shipped from China to Belgium or Holland and they add their price to it giving us amazon prices

[@robertkraft1030]

I've purchased several item from Temu and very satisfied with all . They have junk and good stuff . If you don't know the difference don't buy it . I've bought a lot of brand named junk in my life .

[@shaun30-3-mg9zs]

Hi Stuart, Apart from the long nibbed pens and the calipers, I won't bother, the chain saw a no no I valve my fingers to much. once again a good demonstration and great video👍

[@graemeadamson7272]

Brilliant vid as usual chief , I honestly can't see myself buying any Temu items anytime soon , plus that chainsaw jobby is just dangerous😮 Cheers 👊

[@geraldevans9782]

To be fair all chainsaws are just dangerous. Always be safe regardless of tools. But I think he hit the nail on the head with useful for pruning. Without needing to buy / rent a full power chainsaw… If you are looking for more buy a chainsaw & safety gear..

[@muffindell]

The last item (the wrench) is a really useful tool, I've had one for about 30 years it came with a set of security torx drivers which are great for opening up anything electronic/electric that commonly have those sorts of fixings

[@carljacolette6964]

I have a snap on one, could probably buy 40 of these ones for the price i paid

[@ParduzTube]

I was going to write this exact same comment! :D i have that very same wrench, and i love it as it allows to work in tight places.

[@RBodge1234]

Yes, but they are supposed to turn. Some use a cable type system and others actually are geared. The one they are selling is nothing different than using a box wrench.

[@PiefacePete46]

Me too! My Torx drivers are mounted in a holder that clips to the handle. Of course, all my other hex-drive bits fit it as well. Not an everyday tool for me, but great when I do need it.

[@calthorp]

I have the set too maybe 15 yrs old but one end has become loose & the bit drops out. So now I know where to get a replacement. It is a great little set for electric stuff.

[@paulhalgarth1164]

I'd not heard of TEMU to be honest. Looks like I'm not missing much either. Thanks Stuart.

[@NiqScott]

First day on the internet? 😉

[@mraux]

You will now!

[@wobber999]

What they forgot to mention in the drill chainsaw Is you have to keep it oiled either with chainsaw oil or 2 stroke oil

[@adrenazanetti3660]

Thank you so much for doing this review on Temu! I’ve been tempted to shop them but have heard way to much about them being a scam, items never show up , excuses after getting your money are they’re out of stock etc. good to know they actually do ship items purchased! Also your expert opinion on these items is very helpful!

[@babjikarri4432]

I've found they do ship, some of the stuff is surprisingly good other stuff is tat, I find it's mostly the clothing that's good, steer clear of the tools or 'tech'

[@margitwes6495]

I never had a problem getting my stuff from Temu and always on time. One of my son's orders were a day late and he got $5 refund within 2 days,no problem/no hassle. I've never ordered tools so I can't comment on that.

[@lister1234]

I've used them many times ,any problems fixed quickly( an item was damaged , refunded straight away no need to return item) quick delivery,£5 credit if the parcel is even 1 day late

[@khiem1939]

Yes, that is rare for them to REALLY ship what you ordered instead of shipping what you didn't ordered and then charging you additional fees!

[@terencebennison6275]

​@@babjikarri4432 I think you are right. Some products are crap, but there are useful items. Few though!

[@Lamster66]

I think the plastic ones are excellent for £2-3 as you can buy those to steal the electronic module off to fix a broken metal pair instead of spending £40 on new ones Also you can attach them to a drill press or lathe to get a digital readout of how much you're machining.(remember this is Garden shed Tech)

[@dannythorpe1425]

the plastic digital caliper is brilliant, as with any measuring device, use the same device get the same reading, 2x dewalt tape measures can give 2 different readings so use the same one each time. a piece rope works if you stick with the same rope

[@Lamster66]

@@dannythorpe1425 Exactly

[@lesthiele4921]

I remember many years ago, Black & Decker had and accessory item that you could convert a power drill into a 'skill saw' I used my one about twice and got rid of it. Great video Stuart, best regards from a Kiwi living in Australia

[@beaufighter245]

Yes, I remember my dad having one, looking back, a dangerous piece of kit.

[@neilbarnett3046]

I had a B&D drill that had an attachment that made it a circular saw. It did have a guard on it, but that was all. It was good enough to knock up a set of replacement kitchen cupboard doors and then the drill itself gave up.

[@philgray3443]

I too had that awful kit of crap. Everything was dangerous, cheap and nasty.

[@lesthiele4921]

@@philgray3443 hi Phil, just to let you know, I still have the B&D drill, and it is still going, I got it second hand anout forty years ago, cheers mate, best regards from a Kiwi living in Australia

[@derekhealey4743]

Bought the auto screw driver attachment for drywall screws and it’s awesome, just got to set it up correctly, also the LED head torch, as I’m an electrician this is the best head torch I’ve had and I’ve had lots of different ones over the years, most of the name brands of tools are made in China anyway even some of my Makita tools and I have quite a lot are made in China.

[@adrianhorsnell8900]

Thanks Stuart. I agree the stuff from Temu is very mixed. My biggest recent disappointment with them was with a set of small drill bits, a few of each size in the range 1 -3 mm. Not one of them has a point on it, they look more like milling bits than drill bits and they struggle to drill holes in wood so even drilling brass will be inpossible. Fortunately Lidl has recently had small drill bits in stock and I hear they're much better.

[@MAGAMAN]

That chainsaw drill thing is a finger remover and hand mangler.

[@jeffkeeley4594]

I've had one of these hexagon headed angle wrenches-came in a kit with about six heads in a nylon-silicon carrier for about fifteen years or even longer. You would be surprised at the amount of times it has been the only tool to do the job in tight places and it also fits your hex drive sockets as well.

[@jeffkeeley4594]

@homie3461I have no idea of the quality of the Temu item but it has all the same features and appearance that my old one has...black rubber type sleeve and spring clips on the hex ferrules I just know how handy mine has been over the years-definately not a piece of shit!.

[@grahamhall2662]

Yes agree an angled drive like that can be the only tool that does the job.

[@daveskinner1973]

Loved the Paul Daniels reference. Magic ✨

[@davidgoodwin3783]

I've worked in the hardware industry for over 20 years, and we have a saying. 'It's a rich man that can afford cheap tools'. Buy a reputable brand and you'll only need to buy once.

[@3y34wah]

Great as usual , the thing about cheap tools is , how much would you use it , the callipers good enough , if you use it once a month . wouldn't buy a set at a £100 If that s all I did . Many years ago ( too many to count ) somebody told us buy a cheap set of sockets and when you break a socket buy a good one of that size , as its the size you use . Look in your socket set and the used ones will be 10 ,13 ,17 ,19 mm all the rest look brand spanking new . Sadly I've got a lot of these brand spanking new tools after watching so many youtube videos and thinking I like the look of that :)

[@WhatIfWeAreCharacters]

The last item is a wrench, not designed to look like anything but just a wrench, it's a very useful little tool that have served me in many occasions in the absence of screwdriver. The long and short side helps with exerting more toque for those hard to screw areas. I had it for over 10 years now.

[@guyellis9095]

But Temu didn't start until July 2022, and will close within the 3 year norm of useless companies

[@FisherCatProductions]

@@guyellis9095 Useless comments are already out of style.

[@vandalsgarage]

@@guyellis9095 I have the same wrench in my toolbox. I don't even remember where it came from, probably Amazon or Walmart. I don't get the misunderstanding by the vid maker, all the 90* screwdriver adapters of this size and shape would have a 1/4" hex drive shaft on the long end. This wrench looks exactly like a close-quarters socket wrench.

[@fm00078]

I've had a set of angled screwdrivers for nearing 1/2 century now. Tho the bit isn't interchangeable, they have saved me MANY times. But I really do like the bit change idea since I have Torx & Allen bits I use weekly in tight places.

[@WhatIfWeAreCharacters]

@@guyellis9095 Temu did not invent the wrench

[@teresabell1014]

This was very interesting and helpful. Thank you !

[@Rolandpgbrooks]

I love the pens but theu dry out quickly, the pencil is actually better as it sits into your pocket rather than leaving a a lot sticking out that gets caught, even just going up a laddder. They do a white pen which is good for marking metal ( propshaft removal comes to mind). However that chainsaw thing is very scary. Love your channel

[@IN_THIS_DAY_AND_AGE]

A 6 inch finger remover for under £10 Just what every diyer needs.

[@philgray3443]

I recommend undoing a stuck screw on a Stanley knife using an impact driver. Only once, so you learn to never do it again. There was a lot of blood. Disclaimer - DO NOT DO THIS.

[@familyhelpdeskhelpdesk270]

First item is a laser line generator. I have one black & decker badged that I bought many years ago and it is very useful when laying floors etc.

[@Jules_Pew]

I bought one from Poundland about 15 years ago and it still works.

[@rafflesnh]

You have vertical floors? 😲

[@andygardiner6526]

as long as the bubbles are true it does what it does.

[@Blade1310]

@@Jules_Pew How much did it cost?

[@alfredomarquez9777]

The truly useful ones, are those that can project either a single straight line that is rotatable between "horizontal", "vertical" or any angle in between; and that can also project a 90° crossed lines, usually by simply sliding the prism in front of the Laser. I bought one at the Canadian chain store tgat is equivalent to the American "Radio-Shack" called "Exxtech", and its crossed pair or lines are SURPRISINGLY exactly at 90° when the Laser is pointed exactly perpendicular to the surface... even more precise than most of my (lousy) Stanley and Empire "squares" (!)...

[@nocode1603]

I also get bombarded from temu I'm glad you took the chance saves me 😅 your demo confirmed my suspicions the stuff is useless apart from the pencil 👍

[@ianluyten1210]

I bought myself a digital caliper once, but it drained batteries, just laying there ... replaced it with a classic analog one, doing just fine and will do so forever.

[@RFC3514]

There are actually calipers without thumbwheels even from major manufacturers, so that's not particularly unusual. And lots of cheap calipers are accurate to within +/- 0.1 mm. The issue with cheap ones (assuming that's all the accuracy you need) is a) they burn through batteries in weeks, whereas on a Mitutoyo the batteries will last for 3 to 5 years, and b) their accuracy drops as the batteries get weaker (and they generally don't even have a low battery warning).

[@kevocos]

I bought a cheapish set of amazon last april £26 and still working spot on, so far so good. I don't think they can burn through batteries; some of these manufacturers don't insert a plastic tab to isolate the batteries until the end user pulls it out, hence the batteries may have significant hours done before the consumer receives the product.

[@RFC3514]

@@kevocos - They do burn through batteries. You can find several videos right here on KZbin comparing the power consumption of different calipers. Some of the cheapest ones use as much power turned off as they do when turned on. Good ones go into low-power mode as soon as they stop moving, and into ultra-low-power mode when turned off (they still retain the position / zero calibration). I had a cheap set that would invariably be dead when I took it out of the drawer after not using it for a month or two. I probably spent more on batteries for that thing than the total cost of Temu's catalogue. 😛

[@kevocos]

@@RFC3514 Ok so my one, a cheap one, that still is on the same batteries from April and is working fine actually needs new batteries?

[@alfredomarquez9777]

​@@kevocosSooner or later, you'll find it needs batteries, and uses them at least twice as fast as a Mitutoyo or similar good brand... Been there, done that.

[@RFC3514]

@@kevocos - No idea. Have you checked it against another one? Some cheap ones from eBay lose accuracy as the batteries get weaker. "Sold by Amazon" brands tend to be at least decent, but lots of things sold _on_ Amazon are actually from 3rd party sellers.

[@dannymurphy1779]

I don't think those cheap magnetic drill bits last very long, especially on an impact driver. For anyone interested Wera make some brilliant magnetic holders for both combi and impact drivers. They make great bit holders too.

[@Midgaardsormen]

i bought some of their measuring stuff in aluminum, they are super nice

[@71Hamed]

Would be a better comparison if you buy a slightly more expensive than a £4 laser. My experience with Temu has been mixed (mostly good). Last lot were excellent. Even if you buy twice, the cost difference means you are quids in.

[@kelstra1997]

That last wrench is exactly the same as one I have had for about 15 years and it is surprisingly useful. Mine came in a kit of torx srcew driver bits and it certainly didn't make any pretensions of being something it's not. I guess any kit of bits would normally come with some sort of holder so it's probably not something anyone would want by itself but as part of cheap kit to throw into the glove box or something it's okay.

[@gsyguy1]

I have the similar kit ,had it gifted as a promo and yes that little wrench is handy a hell.

[@alf1982]

I bought a cheap black and decker drill nearly 20 years ago (I only used it as a screwdriver), and it came with one of those. The drill was binned years ago, but that little thing is still in my tool kit, and still used regularly.

[@dustmaker1000]

This is fantastic. I recently placed two separate orders at Temu to try them out. I find the simple tools are hit and miss. I do like the pencils and I learned from you that they have a sharpener! One item I bought was a pocket knife for about $3 which I thought “I can’t lose”. Well, I was wrong. The pocket knife is garbage. The blade doesn’t lock and it is very loose. This is a great knife if you intend on cutting off a finger but if you wish to keep all your digits, don’t buy the pocket knife! One of my purchases was EarPods which were pretty cheap, under $5. It is garbage. One ear is not as loud as the other and the battery life is less than an hour. I also bought the right angle drill attachment and was also surprised it was fixed. Thanks for doing this video

[@davidsaunders1125]

In the UK, YOU WOULDD BE ARTESTED, if you were found with ANY lock back bladed knife or similar tool !

[@ToolReviewClub]

Agree 12 odd quid is a lot for the tracer pencils, but my 2 have been abused for several years and still going strong. Bought some cheap Chinese versions as backups ,barely used them and they both broke

[@dfabeagle718]

the look on your face for the thumbnail nails it! The chainsaw instructions should say "Enter 911 on your phone and leave phone nearby and ready to dial before use" or whatever the appropriate local number is for emergency! I'd get the optional plastic sandwich bag for finger storage... I had to buy some Temu items just for curiosity, like the x-ray specs in the back pages of old comic books. They work about the same. :)

[@andyc972]

Thanks Stuart, there must be many of us who've wondered if any of these items are worth ordering so thanks for investigating on our behalf and presenting your findings in an entertaining manner. We're all tempted occasionally by "bargains" which often turn out to be disappointing, as you've observed before it often comes down to just how much you're going to use something whether it's better to buy cheap or top quality. The only worry is that I guess none of this stuff has been quality tested, and I'm damn sure that chainsaw wouldn't pass any UK/EU safety tests !

[@bayadere8308]

I'm sure you're right regarding safety tests so, the obvious question is: why do Trading Standards turn a blind eye if the product is imported from China? We're all aware that not only mechanical equipment but also electrical imports can be quite dangerous. How on Earth, and from whom, do you get redress when the inevitable happens? Just another facet of changing values in what passes for our 'society' today, I suppose.

[@FisherCatProductions]

With common sense, you can order Chinese made products direct for about 1/3 of what you pay in a retail store. Using common sense, I've been pleased with everything I bought, and saved a ton of money. That said, I would not order parachutes or defibrillators from them. Common sense.

[@leedsman54]

There’s a video on KZbin from CBS saying that Temu gathers tons of personal information from customers and it’s a security risk.

[@flaviokonti5522]

As does every single app on your mobile phone, not even to mention MS Windows which is probably the biggest reseller of our private data lol

[@rufus_mcdufus]

Some of these are quite good. I'm quite tempted by the magnetic drill bit attachment. The chainsaw though ... oh lordie, I don't think that should be allowed to be sold!

[@eddthirty4065]

the right angle driver (last item) have always been like that, I've had one for +20 years with a set of security bits, but mine cost a lot more than 87p. It's been a very useful tool.

[@NiqScott]

If cancer decided to go into business and open an online shop, it'd be Temu.

[@semihcemiloglu]

Thank you for the video. You should have mentioned that excessive use of wrappings and single-use plastics for the items delivered by TEMU. Yet, they blatantly declare they care for the environment and try to reduce the packaging. This claim has no factual basis IMO. Further I personally found that vast majority of TEMU products are cheap for a reason and ultimately destined for landfill.

[@sns1804]

I bought 2 car air blower/vacuum a couple of months ago. They are used once a week, and both are working fine.

[@mmgross144]

I bought the push pencil and was happy, but I got fooled by the faux right angle drill bit too!

[@pikeypig]

I have bought a few items from Temu that have been duff, but have bought a lot of stuff that has been excellent value. I build arduino based projects and have picked a good variety of components up that would have cost 3 or 4 times as much from Amazon. I definitely wouldn't buy that chainsaw attachment though😂

[@richardstamper5630]

Cheap nasty tools - I hate them. I long ago I stopped my family from buying any kind of tools for me, the thing is they don't know what they were buying. That chain saw was absolutely laughable and dangerous, whereas my Stihl mini chain saw is absolutely fabulous, we use it all over the house and it will rip up an old pallet in seconds as well as taking on large tree branches. I am defo a 'Brand Snob' but the thing is, everything in my garage is working to perfection. Isn't that what we all want and need.

[@stevenwhale419]

Nowt to do with being a brand snob at all- it's about trusting your tools and preventing injury to yourself and others. This crap should not even be allowed as although its nit capable of performing any job- it IS capable of doing you serious injury- especially when it snags- snaps and flies in your face.

[@dancingwiththedogsdj]

Just stumbled here and before the intro finished I am pretty sure I'm going to enjoy this channel. Just subscribed and lookin' forward to seeing what you got young man! 😁🌎❤️🕺🏻🐶

[@davidhart4748]

I have the metal one that I have had a long time,I got a plastic one and it’s quite easy make a clamping screw !

[@danwallis1984]

I've actually got one of those right angled wrench thingies that i got years ago. Comes in pretty handy when you can't fit a screwdriver or ratchet driver into a small space. Has been invaluable for me working on my Mini. I did have one of the cheap right angle transfer bits and it was rubbish, purely because you can't put any pressure on it sideways.

[@davidtoastivine707]

I’ve got one too had it for years ,it came as a set with screw bits . It’s not trying to be something it’s not it’s very handy

[@bigredracingdog466]

I have ordered a number of items from TEMU and have been happy with all of them. The various squares and marking tools are a good value. I have a dowel maker I like. I have a pair of 20mm MFT dog hole clamps that are excellent. The 2-piece router bit set I bought is not premium quality, but it is of the same quality as the budget bits on Amazon, plenty good enough for occasional use. I bought some 450mm miter bars for some table saw jigs I plan to make. They look identical to the Amazon one I bought a few years back. I would generally stay away from anything with a motor or electronics, and HSS items like chisels and Forstner bits. Power tools, chisels and Forstner bits are where you need to spend the money you saved on clamps, rules, and jigs.

[@rpaasse6453]

The more expensive tools of Temu are pretty good. The red aluminum ones. And the pencil wich is normaly green, i have in orange, 99 eurocents with 5 fillings, 3 black 2 yelllow. Featherbords were good and also the t tracks. So it isn't all bad.

[@marcos3ltrv6]

Those right angled wrenches have been about for many years and usually come in a plastic box with various bits and some small sockets. The are for getting at fixings in limited clearance. I have several in various tool bags. The chainsaw attachment is interesting and the rough cut wouldnt be an issue in the garden and I cant think where you woul use a chainsaw of any kind for 'woodwork. Handy review though

[@DavidTraynier]

Cheap to the customer, but what does that say for the people who actually make the stuff? Is TEMU just an outlet for sweated labour? I'd rather pay more and know that the workers who made it were paid a decent wage, whether they're British or Chinese.

[@geekay633]

The manufacturing of these products is no different than the products the retailers sel. Temu have just cut out that middle 'retailers 33% markup' amount and passed it onto consumers

[@445fhn]

China has wangled developing country status. Thus, it allows them to ship tat to the west, and the shipping cost is picked up by the western postal services due to this arrangement. I think it was the Serpentza youtube channel that highlighted this.

[@alfredomarquez9777]

China actually has about ten different levels of product quality... You probably are reading this comment on a Chinese made smartphone, tablet, Laptop or Desk computer and its monitor... If you look around you, most probably you will find many perfectly good products that were made in China. Now, the problem is caused by the greedy intermediaries or western importers, that push the lower (-or lowest) quality level articles onto unsuspecting consummers worlwide. Only when the truly discerning and demanding consummers go and demand the upper quality Chinese products, it will start to displace out the garbage level merchandise. But every time a lousy chinese product is bought, money is wasted and the shitty importer cashes on the cheap buyer that always tries to "save pennies"...

[@steved8038]

Thank you as usual a very consise video and as i suspected most of the companies products are Crap ! But what else would i expect at those prices looking forward to your next offerings with thanks

[@mikejarvis3035]

Great video, I've also been pagued by adverts and haven't bought anything yet, so thanks for taking one for the team. I THINK (no element of criticism here) you might have had the chainsaw runiing the wrong direction, it might cut better if it was running the right way.

[@baxterboy23]

If you think you were bombarded with Temu advertising before I can guarantee it's going to be 10 times worse now that you've bought something off them.. 😂

[@MD-gc4xq]

You seemed to also have a circular dust collector when drilling holes , was it any good?

[@lafluerpeter9]

I got one from there the other day but haven't used it yet and was wondering the same.

[@100const]

Cheap laser level was available in pound shop a few years ago...had rotating bezel for horizontal line.

[@BartholomewJenkins69420]

i ordered those magnets for the drills bit i love them

[@c.a.g.1977]

Brilliant stuff, Stuart, definitely lots of useless stuff and every once in a while you'll find something that's actually useful!

[@marcdc6809]

it would be nice to see a followup showing how the disappointment stacked up once the wear sets in...

[@Lrd.Osiris]

This is an amazing video! Very, very informative and I love the ending! 😂 The amount of times I've done that on site! 🤣💙

[@garymathena2125]

Really nice review thank you.

[@paulf2529]

The chainsaw is a game changer, beats paying expensive tree surgeons and you can make a carbon neutral version by wedging it into a brace and bit chuck with strips of cardboard. Crank the handle and the thing eats wood.

[@d.k.1394]

Lol

[@wizrom3046]

You eat wood 😎

[@SlackHoffman]

You can eat my wood 🪵

[@TheComputec]

Hilariously I have pretty much bought all of this tat. I don't mind so much as they cost pennies and it's like a lucky dip. Plus as they take a few weeks to arrive you've forgotten what to expect in the bag... 10 pairs of training socks, a torch, a spanner, 10 drill bits and a packet of magnets LOL

[@philgray3443]

Exactly! I spun the wheel and got an angle grinder stand for A$7.45, but had to add other tat to bring the order up to $20. I'm not sure the crutchless panties and bondage kit were on my original order.

[@uapeale6116]

Rather than fooling around with magnets just use Robertson screws. Also, as for the caliper you can get a Habour Freight and get a carbon fiber caliper for around $4.00 on sale and they are spot on. On a lighter note, about chainsaws, years ago we were cutting line for a mining company in the Yukon, we flew out of Whitehorse for about an hour and jumps out of the helicopter on a side hill as we had to cut some trees down on the ridge so the helicopter could land. I fired up the chainsaw and started to cut and the chain broke, I had hit a nail. We were probably 150 from any roads or living soles just goes to show you how important the guard and brake are.

[@jefff6167]

You create some very interesting and helpful videos. Thanks for taking the time. 👍🇺🇸

[@mikeZL3XD7029]

If you use Robertson screws, you don't need anything magnetic.

[@loc4725]

But effectively Canada only. And now Torx is available I think that design is now a lost opportunity.

[@markjohnston5945]

The chainsaw/ drill attachment is a scary joke. But their 6” electric chainsaw is one of my favorite tools. Made to be used one handed, great for tree pruning while on a ladder. Also great to cut up fallen branches for the fireplace.

[@abc24601]

I got the feeling that if you let go of the perpendicular handle and used it one handed the chain saw would spin around. Is that not true?

[@KevinHallSurfing]

@@abc24601 LOL One would think so. 😆😂💫

[@Tom-gv2eo]

😮 - U must B a total wally!/ daredevil : I only use hand saws when pruning trees up a ladder .

[@dannybaker2763]

Those long nib markers look like a great idea.

[@TheFatwelder]

This is the sort of stuff you buy to do that 'one off' or to lend to that one person we all know, you know the " I'll bring it back tomorrow" person. The chain saw is, as you say, good enough for pruning once or twice a year.The callipers are ideal for home use, especially now my old dodgy eyes have trouble reading drill sizes.The rule is if you are using tools everyday to earn,buy the best you can afford, they will last longer and make your job easier. One of the best comparison videos that I have watched.👌