Best Budget Mini Tool Set For Everyday Carry

[@kintsugimoto]

*** Deal is Dead *** Quick update: the Wera Tool Check is now on sale for $67 on Amazon ... just TAKE MY MONEY !!! amzn.to/4fs9Xki

[@TheUnofficialMaker]

not anymore

[@kintsugimoto]

@@TheUnofficialMaker Yup, you're right. Let me update the post

[@landonfields7148]

Man this guy is hard to please. The small kobalt is the most versatile kit in the bunch. Talks about wanting versatility, then complains about having both metric and SAE

[@kintsugimoto]

LOL ... yeah, I've been told that I'm a difficult customer before :) I guess I should have said that I want the most versatility in the smallest footprint, but only for the stuff that I regularly work on. So for me, I can't remember the last time I needed anything SAE, so that's just extra weight and space.

[@omardominguez2936]

So just do like everyone else, keep the icon and buy the makita metric sockets

[@kintsugimoto]

@@omardominguez2936 Yup !!! That's the route I'm going. I guess wish there was a more elegant case to fit it all, but it is what it is :)

[@thundercell13]

I know right! I want a set with everything in it but oh these are too big and bulky. What you expect it has everything

[@kintsugimoto]

@@thundercell13 Hahahaha ... I'm only looking for the unobtainium !!!

[@mike_0213]

I waited MONTHS for the ICON set to come back in stock and when it finally did I was able to pick it up on sale and got it for like $30. I am not really happy with it because like you said no sockets. I was putting together a little tool bag to keep in the car and I ended up getting a small set of 3/8 socket set with a ratchet to complete my bag. Along with a air compressor, a small jump pack and some tire plug kits. It is a work in progress. LOL. Thanks for sharing all of these, i had no idea that there were so many different brands of these kits out there.

[@kintsugimoto]

Hahaha, SAME !!! I almost went to eBay to buy one because my local store was always out of stock. I'm curious to see what will be included when their bigger set gets introduced with the sockets. They make combination jump packs/air compressors now ... I'm getting one to test for the channel in a couple of days, so we'll see if it's worth adding to the "go bag" Thanks for watching and commenting !!!

[@andrewlacerenza667]

I know it doesn't fall on the "budget" list, but Hazet makes really nice small kits. They have a variety of options. I have 2 of their kits and really appreciate the quality.

[@kintsugimoto]

Hazet makes great tools !!! I would love to own more of their tools, but sadly, they are way out of my budget range 😭 I have no doubt that their mini tool set is one of, if not, the best one out there ... I'll see if someone ends up selling a used one on FB Marketplace or Craigslist 🤣

[@donaldhollums3278]

A good comparo. Yeah, there will never be the “perfect kit”, yet the individual will buy the kit that fits their needs the best. I have the ICON set and for me it’s been the knees of the bee. Thanks for the heads-up about the ICON 2.0 version coming out. That gives me a plan. We can thank Craftsman for its flash clearance sale of the V-series and to leave us scratching our heads about the future improvements and availability of the V-series tools.

[@kintsugimoto]

Thank you !!! Yup, agreed ... there isn't a perfect setup, but the Icon is pretty close to perfect for me. I'm finding some 3D printed cases that might just work with the Icon bit set and then there's space to add about 8-10 sockets. Yeah, I'm not sure what's going on with Craftsman ... I'm starting to hoard the vintage stuff from garage sales and swap meets!!! lol

[@mrrobotto3321]

That craftsman V series set is designed to hold a Facom ratchet. Craftsman swapped in their 1/4 ratchet, thats why is has those plastic parts in there to make it fit.

[@kintsugimoto]

Ahhhh, that explains a lot !!! Thanks for sharing !!!

[@mrrobotto3321]

@@kintsugimoto I heated the handle of the ratchet with a torch and pressed it down onto the plastic piece, now it sits still.

[@kintsugimoto]

@@mrrobotto3321 Oh that's a neat trick !!! I might try that too!!

[@Dungulus]

I have that craftsman v-series kit in my personal vehicle. First week I had it, I used it to replace a headlamp bulb, it's a nice kit. I managed to tetris some power torque SAE chrome nano-sockets in there just incase. I agree it's... Odd that the ratchet and driver handle just sit loose in the case instead of being retained, but it's not a deal breaker, I'm pretty good at remembering to open the case right-side-up I also have that larger kobalt kit, I bought as a semi-disposable kit to leave in my work truck for the rare few occasions I need to use it. I had the same problem with the ratchet being ridiculously hard to remove from the case, I used a dremel to cut some finger grooves in it to deal with that. Overall I think it's a good value proposition even if it's not the greatest quality.

[@kintsugimoto]

Thanks for confirming that I wasn't going crazy !!! lol I thought I was doing something wrong with both the Craftsman V-Series and the Kobalt sets. Great idea on the finger grooves for the Kobalt set, I'm going to have to borrow that :) Thanks again for watching and commenting!!

[@jasonstorie8740]

I use the small cobalt, the other end on the ratchet is 5/16. it works great for appliance and hvac service work which is what I do.

[@kintsugimoto]

Gotcha ... well that makes sense :) I mostly work on cars and motorcycles, so don't use much SAE

[@asmautollc]

not to mention hand impact and larger size bits are 5/16” so you can use it with far more bits.

[@kintsugimoto]

@@asmautollc That's a good point ... I haven't really needed more bits that what usually comes in a kit, but the extra versatility for larger bits is a nice to have.

[@KosmicHRTRacingTeam]

In the V-series. It doesn't lock. It's made by same company that makes icon. The loose plastic is a cheap spacer. Buy a 15mm and turn it upside down and put on the driver. Fits great. Also, I put the craftsman flex head in there instead. Also. This kit is very very similar to the new icon coming out

[@kintsugimoto]

Thanks for those tips !!! I really wanted to like the V-Series because it's metric only ... and I think I might have a flex head ratchet already, didn't think about swapping it out until you mentioned it !!! Thanks again!!

[@ElectroAtletico]

The best mini tool set is the one that I assembled: 1//4in compact flex-head ratchet, 4in extension (with magnet inside), 37 bits of assorted sizes (10 of them "impact rated"), 10 sockets (5-14mm) 2 bit holders, 1 small 1/4in extension, 10mm 1/4in flex-head socket. All in a very neat, sturdy home-built 3D box. 😎

[@kintsugimoto]

That sounds like a great set !!! Do you have pictures that you can share of your 3D-printed box? I'm starting to lean towards making my own set too, but I don't have a good box or box design that can be printed.

[@johnb9151]

klein passthrough sets are the best . even got different versions based on what you want

[@kintsugimoto]

The Klein sets that I saw were a bit pricey, but the version with the flip sockets looked really interesting !!!

[@KosmicHRTRacingTeam]

Got one. The box is huge. And don't cater to Metric.

[@Sr.Fluffioso]

​@@kintsugimotoFlip sockets with the number 40 star bit and your set to use them without that 5 inch bar

[@kintsugimoto]

@@KosmicHRTRacingTeam Yeah, I might have to pass on that one then. Thanks for sharing !!!

[@kintsugimoto]

@@Sr.Fluffioso Hmmm, true but the Klein set is still a bit pricey ... I guess there isn'tt a perfect solution other there ... yet !! lol

[@kevinc9934]

the issue with alot of the socket options , even with the wera.... NO 14 socket. Even the makita stops at 13. 14 is important!

[@kintsugimoto]

Agree 💯!!! Harbor Freight has a few different 1/4 sets with 10 pieces they all include a 14mm, so I might pick those up and find a 3D printed case to make it all fit :)

[@Chris-lv5ul]

With sales, you can get the icon set, Hercules security but set, and both of the Hercules magnetic nutset sets for about $70. Not super compact, but that is everything I've ever needed for 1/4 inch and both of the Herc sets can go on my impact. Warrior bit kits can be had for half that without impact rating too.

[@kintsugimoto]

Thanks for suggesting the netsets ... I never thought to pair those instead of the 1/4 sockets. The only thing is the netset has a long neck, so not great for tight spaces. The 1/4 Pittsburg sockets were just $8 this weekend, but they were not impact rated like the Makita ones.

[@SuperMIKevin]

Very nice. Let's see if klein creates a similar set.

[@kintsugimoto]

Thank you!!! I’m sure that Klein has something in the works … but it will probably be priced closer to the Wera set

[@DIYDad-q2s]

@@kintsugimoto @SuperMIKevin They have a couple of sets from klein called klein knect and they look pretty good and run around $40-$60 depending on the version.

[@kintsugimoto]

@@DIYDad-q2s Thanks for sharing ... I just went to look at it and the 32 piece 1/4 set looks really interesting, but appears to be SAE only. Hope they introduce a Metric Set soon :)

[@DamionJR4923]

If you fix anything around the house SAE is a necessity.

[@kintsugimoto]

Hmmm, that might explain why nothing around the house has been fixed !!! I only have metric tools :)

[@DamionJR4923]

@ lol

[@applausen2188]

Just get the Wera! It will do a lot of tasks but won’t do them all. But for a general fix around the house and som bike repair and maintenance in general it’s pretty good. And you don’t need to swap around tools in different boxes and stuff. How much did you spend buying all of these tools compared to the cost of the Wera! And none of them are as good a quality as the Wera. The only thing worthy was the Icon and that ratchet thing that made a T handle. That looks so useful in a lot of situations.

[@kintsugimoto]

I was able to order the Wera set for $67, but they haven't shipped yet and it's on sale on Woot! for about the same price, so I did exactly as you suggested :)

[@j.k.7595]

I just looked online and the Wera can be found for less than $70. Might pick one up.

[@kintsugimoto]

Ohhhh, where did you find that price? I just looked and the best I could find was $72 plus shipping, which ended up being close to the Amazon price. Thanks!!

[@kintsugimoto]

Found it ... justed refreshed my Amazon link and it's at $67 right now ... JUST TAKE MY MONEY !!! lol

[@jamiesessford6599]

Facom RIPico in my day bag and a Tone BRFS27 in my grab and go work tool bag that complements a 3/8” socket set. If the Wera dropped the ratchet and screwdriver and adopted the larger 1/4” flex head driver from Tone and VIM then that would be the ultimate solution.

[@kintsugimoto]

Ohhh, I really like the Facom !!! It's exactly what I'm looking for - small footprint, hex bits and a few sockets, and the flex head ratchet ... but $100? Hope they go on sale!! lol

[@roamingcamera9362]

For $5 HF had their ratcheting screw driver on sale which comes with a sleeve of metric and SAE sockets and during their Icon ratchet sale I got a 1/4 drive cyclops for $20 but there again a case for it all is difficult to come by but in my opinion the flex head and cyclops (if you watch Hand Tool Rescue he uses cyclops heads on a lot of his machinery disassembly and assembly very effectively) The Klein starter kit is also VERY nice with a beefier ratchet that is pass through sockets. None of the Craftsman sets really impress me and I understand backdrag is REALLY bad on a lot of the new V series, which is a shame as we have some 40 year old Craftsman V USA made ratchets that are uhhhmazing. You are very right in that the perfect set doesn't exist but the Icon is close.

[@kintsugimoto]

I think I'm coming to the realization that the case is the most critical piece !!! lol So I might need to get my friend to help me design a 3D printed case to fit my specific needs. I'm tempted to go pick up a Klien kit to check out, it's been mentioned a couple of time. Yeah, I agree, the quality of Craftmans has really gone down ... I hunt down the vintage stuff at garage sales and swap meets. lol

[@ianzhang8337]

Funny, I just got a blue point 25 piece set BLPBTWKIT for about $150 CAD from my snap on dealer. I want a set like these to keep in my car, but did not spend much time searching and browsing, feels like I miss the entire world of EDC tool kit, damn!

[@kintsugimoto]

Well the Bluepoint is likely much higher quality compared to the sets that were tested here!!! I actually have multiple sets - you can never have too many tool sets :) I keep seeing new sets coming out, so I might need to update this video when I get a few more. Thanks for watching!!

[@andrestnt]

A the meme tool kit 😂. Always have compromises, never leaves you happy. Mine collects dust, never needed an edc socket kit. Most of my vehicles have a real tool kit(self-made). I've only used my kit about 3 times, and the edc kit still collects dust.

[@kintsugimoto]

Hahahaha, yes !!! I forgot about the meme tool trend 🤣 I think it's just my excuse to buy more tools !!! lol

[@JohnDoe-df2zz]

I have several different versions of these small tool kits. My favorite wrench is the one from the Icon kit. As you said the Icon set needs a set of sockets to really complete it. I have a Gearwrench version that I like a lot- however the case is cheapo plastic and the lid opens at the worst times. I realize the Wera is stupid expensive but can be found on sale around $70 and really is the best set. You just can't find anything else with the same quality as the Wera in such a compact package. Wera is just too convenient to throw in a bag and have all the basics in one kit.

[@kintsugimoto]

$70 seems very reasonable for the Wera set, and it's the most complete set that I've seen, although I"m not sure I need all those bits!! lol The Icon case is actually really nice. It feels rugged enough to handle all the bumps of everyday use ... just wish I could squeeze a few sockets in it :)

[@KosmicHRTRacingTeam]

@@kintsugimotoI have the Wera and added Wera sockets there are no skips. Also use a rubber band to hold a small 1/4" ames rotohead ratchet. With the icon I added the Makita socket rail and added a 14mm turned upside down on the 1/4" bit extension and then I use 2 tactical thick rubber bands to hold in on the icon case.

[@kintsugimoto]

@@KosmicHRTRacingTeam So which one do you like better? The your Wera setup or the Icon setup?

[@JohnDemolition]

That Icon attachment looks great. Where can I find it?

[@kintsugimoto]

I found it on Printables, so you'll need a 3D printer (or a friend with a 3D printer in my case) to make it yourself. Here's the link: www.printables.com/model/752173-socket-holder-for-icon-mini-ratchet-meme-tool

[@brettt1268]

Just put the icon ratchet extension and adapter in the V series call it a day

[@kintsugimoto]

That's sort of the direction that I'm leaning towards, but the Icon ratchet doens't "click" into the V-Series case. I might try to get something 3-D printed that I can glue in there there :)

[@Ni7vana]

Great video 👍🏼

[@kintsugimoto]

Thanks for watching !!!

[@SaveAPennyBustANut]

You forgot the DeWalt 50 PC for $20 There's also a Milwaukee 1/4 set that's similar to these 1/4 set

[@kintsugimoto]

The DeWalt looks like a good set, but Milwaukee is a bit too rich for me and I'm definitely Team Red !!! lol

[@ChrisOh]

Do you have the link to that Etsy page?

[@kintsugimoto]

I misspoke, it's actually a 3D print file that you can make yourself: www.printables.com/model/752173-socket-holder-for-icon-mini-ratchet-meme-tool

[@Ni7vana]

What’s a good starter tool box you’d recommend for beginner car maintenance

[@kintsugimoto]

Thanks for the question. The Husky Build Out Mechanic's Tool Set is probably my favorite. You get a fairly complete set of tools and it fits inside the Husky Build Out small box, so you can add the medium Build Out box and the Large Rolling Build Out box later on. Here's the link: homedepot.sjv.io/NkZ6D7 I also did a review on the Husky Build Out Tool Set if you want to take a look: kzbin.info/www/bejne/i36xknuqeN2eY9E Husky also makes another really good set, but it's a stand-alone set: homedepot.sjv.io/bO3zr6 I reviewed a few other sets in this video, but I still think the Husky Build Out Set is the best: kzbin.info/www/bejne/fJWlqaKGhad_b7c Hope that helps!!

[@johnblood3731]

Going to Lowe's and get the big kobalt kit

[@kintsugimoto]

Awesome !!! It's definitely the best value of all the kits that I saw, it just didn't work for what I needed it for.

[@TheUnofficialMaker]

me too what a deal

[@kintsugimoto]

@@TheUnofficialMaker 💯

[@johnblood3731]

​@@kintsugimoto got it today. Thanks for your video

[@kintsugimoto]

@@johnblood3731 Awesome !!! Glad to help :)

[@nickshowsstuff435]

How could you not need sae if it’s for edc? So many items use sae at least 7/16”, 1/2” and 9/16” are the main 3 Iv seen on tons of random things Iv worked on like any house items appliances or random things as random as like an awnings if you needed to tweak one at a friends place or camper. Heck campers are full of sae and most fasteners used to build anything at all are sae i only see metric in cars, bikes and cheap furniture sets a lot of times the Allen key is metric. Yeah you might find some conversions like 11mm for 7/16” but maybe our life experiences are just different and you truly never fixed anything sae just all metric. Also when you say edc do you really man carrying one of these in your pocket? Nothing wrong with that I’m just curious. I keep tools in my vehicle and I’m usually never too far from my truck or house so never felt the need to carry anything more than maybe a multi tool so it seems kind of crazy to carry a little tool set everywhere you go. Very cool review

[@kintsugimoto]

Hmmm, maybe I should have said Everyday Car for car and motorcycle mechanics :) I mostly DIY on classic cars and motorcycles, so I've never touched any of the SAE sockets from my mechanics set. I don't do a lot of DIY around the house, but when I do it seems like whatever socket or hit is in the kitchen junk drawer works..I was looking for something to keep in my backpack, which I use to carry my cameras and microphones to help make videos. Most of my cars and motorcycles have their own tool kits, and then I supplement them with additional tools and some common spare parts if I go on longer trips. I'm starting to think that a Leatherman might be good enough for what I need, so this video might have been just an excuse to buy more tools !!! lol

[@nickshowsstuff435]

Just as I suspected…. Another tool junky. We need to start tools anonymous meetings! Great reply by the way!

[@kintsugimoto]

@@nickshowsstuff435 Hahahaha ... that would make a great name for another KZbin Channel - Tool Junkies Anonymous !!! I wonder if there's a way to claim this addiction as a disability? LOL

[@bobtanner5169]

I have the kobalt icon and the hyper tough for 3 dollars. Kobalt u did not try and get the bits out so between the cachet and bits needing tools to get the tools out is terrible. Icon is the best hyper tough is my fav.

[@kintsugimoto]

Yeah, I forgot to try and pull the bits out of the Kobalt. Thanks for adding that bit of information :) I'll have to heck out the Hyper Tough. Walmart is definitely giving Harbor Freight a run for it's money with their Hart and Hyper Tough line of tools.

[@johhnyboy9745]

Blue point 25 pc similar kit.

[@kintsugimoto]

I think the Blue Point set is even more expensive than the Wera set? That's a little too pricey for me !! lol

[@Haiku-EDC]

Quinn sockets 10 for $12.

[@kintsugimoto]

Yup!! And the Pittsburgh sockets are $9 for the color coded ones

[@ste-bow]

I went to buy the Kobalt set, but left it there after seeing how horrible the case really is. Way too difficult to remove the tools!

[@kintsugimoto]

Hahahaha … yeah, I thought about keeping it, but ended up retuning it because it was just too much work to try and get the tools in and out

[@TheUnofficialMaker]

$65 at walmart for Wera 056490

[@kintsugimoto]

Wow, even better than the Amazon price !!!

[@williams.1130]

Klein. All I'm saying.

[@kintsugimoto]

Hahaha ... Klein makes great stuff, but they are a little too expensive for this hack DIY'er :)