Best New Tools from Harbor Freight in 2024!

Let's do a quick recap of the best new tools from harbor freight in 2024. We've got tools from Bauer, Hercules, Predator and more!!!
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[@Qui-Dad-Jinn]

I picked up that 13k watt Predator. My son is on a ventilator and has a lot of specialized equipment that sucks up a lot of power. This thing kicks ass.

[@DracoOmnia]

Hope your son gets better! 🙏

[@BattleChemist]

The thing that bothers me... why does Bauer get so many cool and useful accessories in their 20V line and not Hercules? Inflator, USB/120V AC inverter, etc... They always seem to have more options instead of for the guys like myself that invested in the "Best" line.

[@adam-n-stuff]

Well, hey there!

[@jim3922]

yep, wish i had bought into bauer instead of hercules 20v.

[@ETEcco]

Well, Hercules gets less gimmicky stuff but does get some more useful stuff. Battery band saw? Not in Bauer.

[@paulfreyer9515]

I'm hoping that they will put out the inflator, 4-inch circ saw, and the desk top rotary tool that are available in the Bauer line for Hercules... for those of us in the Hercules line, patience will be key.

[@jim3922]

@ i’ve been considering getting one of those battery adapters on ebay that let you use batteries across lines. i’m sure someone makes one that lets you attach hercules batteries to bauer tools.

[@jasonbierman8536]

Track saw in any line would be nice.

[@zardoz2627]

This

[@liquidrockaquatics3900]

Email the company. I did. Tell them you want a Hercules cordless track saw

[@m3rdpwr]

I was at harbor freight today, and I saw that 13,000 watt tri fuel generator. I was scratching my head and saying to myself, this wasn't here yesterday. Same for the new 4400 PSI pressure washer. I don't recall seeing that either before yesterday.

[@sirretsnom3329]

Man that US Gen Mini tool box would be great sitting next to my Bambu Labs X-1 Carbon 3D printer for holding printing tools and at that price is almost as cheap as printing a storage box.

[@thejollywrencher]

Agreed. I’ll be doing the same as soon as they are back in stock.

[@jwdavisjr]

I've been using the dust extractor for about a month now and it's been a game changer for me!!

[@DracoOmnia]

How so? I've been running a shop vac through a cyclone 5 gallon bucket and the space it takes up is too much, been thinking about upgrading but the cost is not insignificant...

[@christianlucas6553]

I'm glad to see you back in the saddle, buddy! I need my DOT at least once a week! You've definitely been missed! Welcome back!🙏

[@AbsoluteSeo]

As an owner of a leatherman charge. That Gordon is awesome and I would definitely save my money. Only thing I wish it would have is replaceable cutters

[@DracoOmnia]

To be fair though, replaceable cutters (or any parts at all) is a REALLY premium feature on a multi-tool.

[@sk0.0t3r]

I managed to yoink that truck bed compressor for $780 this past weekend. Do I need it, probably not, but I'm sure going to have fun with it!

[@kenday7942]

I think your ideas for that little mini toolbox hit the nail right on the head, so to speak. I use mine to hold the little tools, torque and hex wrenches and all sorts of tools that are needed to adjust shop tools such as change a saw blade or adjust tension, etc. on shop tools such as table saw, band saws, etc.

[@gregorylay3333]

I was looking at the Bauer 9" bandsaw today. What impressed me about it was that it has metal doors, all of its competitors have plastic doors. It just made me more excited about the upcoming 14" bandsaw.

[@charleshenry8075]

Haven't used the Herc trim router yet, but I picked it up on the battery/charger deal. Tip: p/u a couple of the plastic ammo boxes as cases -- $2.50 on sale -- the router fits like a glove as if it were made for it. and the other for the accessories and bits.

[@dB_944]

The plum crazy purple is the story of the year!

[@jwilson1500hd]

A HF version of the mud mixer would be awesome

[@freedog632]

Titanium hammers are also used in areas where flammables are present. They don't spark.

[@DracoOmnia]

Huh, I had not heard of that before, it was always brass or plastic when I worked in no spark areas.

[@freedog632]

@DracoOmnia I've seen that used as well...must have cheaper alternative.

[@77gmcnut]

The Hercules corded lineup is solid for my DIY needs. I'm just breaking out the corded handheld bandsaw and also the frame that turns it into a much more useful tool.

[@kimvette1]

I got the Hercules dual bevel sliding compound miter saw (corded) and it is an absolute beast. My only regret is that I already have that, and can't justify buying this cordless one, because I'd love to have it in a cordless form factor. I do wish Harbor Freight would come out with a vacuum chamber, because I need one for finish-drying lion's mane before I grind it into a powder to add to a tea mix for ADHD.

[@AEmmick01]

Bought the Hercules dust extractor a couple weeks and I have been super impressed with it!

[@bkace72]

I showed up at my local HF at 8:05am on Friday and got the very last Black Mini Toolbox. I am using it for my knife and EDC gear and I can't wait to get a couple more the uses are endless. They would also be a great stocking stuffer if they were available.

[@michaelbrean4440]

Just bought the predator 350 power station. And so far, I love it! Not the most powerful, but perfect for my uses

[@guytaniguchi]

Harbor Freight is really stepping up their game!!

[@thedd13ram]

Wish they would release more colors of the mini tool box Would absolutely love a yellow one with chrome trim

[@m3rdpwr]

I have the Bosch 1617 router set, and then also a Makita quarter inch compact router. I had the Makita router a couple years before I even used it. The first use was to cut out hinges for a door. I found it was a pain to have to run an extension cord where I was doing it. So I picked what up the Hercules 20 volt brushless compact router for free with the battery and charger. I think I have all their tools now. I didn't need them as I am in Ryobi heavily, I just felt like having them. LoL

[@wildbill23c]

I'm starting into the Ryobi line so far the basic drill/driver, and 1/4" impact driver, just got the high torque 1/2" impact that is from their HP line, and came with the 4AH HP battery and a charger for $140....the tool only was $220 WTF...but hey for cheaper and get a battery and charger I'll take it LOL...that dang impact wrench is heavy, I think heavier than the Dewalt was that I used to have.

[@redbullman278]

Thank you 🎅Santa for all you do informing the public on tools. I love watching you on KZbin. Keep your head down going over Ukraine.

[@daveburek6680]

I have the Bauer Jointer and their planer as well. What a nice combination of tools. I am just a beginner doing simple things like flags, no fine furniture making. or anything like that. For what I was looking for they have been great! I needed to straighten out some really twisted cedar boards and by using the jointer and planer I was able to get some really nice square straight boards to work with.

[@chrisschultz6129]

For service trays; I've bought $25 trays used by nail salon type places and they work fantastic. Plastic rust free on the bottom, stainless on the top, use for a few years and toss it and get a new one. For the bigger tools you're better off buying used on marketplace. A lot of great Taiwan tools; even some old American iron once in awhile. I just picked up my Icon 3/8 metric medium length socket set can't wait to take that for a spin.

[@SDWNJ]

I got that 12Ah Bauer battery on sale for about $90 on sale - less than the 8Ah. I don’t really need it for tools, but some products have emergency preparedness uses and that would give me a good long runtime in a power outage.

[@DrKahnihoochima]

Waiting for a 12v multi-head assembly tool. More. 12v in general would be great incentive to buy into the line.

[@SDWNJ]

One of the products I’m hoping will go on sale is that Bauer cordless mini circular saw. I think that would be lighter and easier to use than a large corded circular saw for most of my use cases.

[@SDWNJ]

That pruning chainsaw must be pretty new. I’ve been looking for something like that from Bauer. All I had seen from HF that was similar was that pole saw.

[@Randyplaysguitars]

Glad they extended the black Friday sale and now it in-store and online. Ordered the icon 3/8 & 1/4 general service sets

[@mauricereid8309]

Good to see you back, Bear ! Stay Healthy!

[@joselira9076]

Awesome video thank you for all of the information. I want to try some of the Hercules tools and see if they are as good as my Dewalt

[@gregorylay3333]

I also looked at that Drill press and thought that it was nicer than my old Porter-Cable

[@jerrysato3195]

Welcome back … Great to see you back in the saddle!!!

[@txvet7738]

I can’t loose my mind over this mini toolbox until I can get my hands on one…lol!

[@wildbill23c]

On Black Friday my store had a stock cart full of them when they opened, by the time I checked out, about 15 minutes later they had about a dozen left, and they said they started out with 60 of them...I got a blue one, have no clue what the heck to use it for, love the color of blue though....probably it'll sit at the computer desk and I'll use it for desk accessory storage I guess LOL.

[@gregorylay3333]

I have that Hercules router, I love it. I prefer the design of the Dewalt, but for the price, the Hercules cannot be beat.

[@Clintimtired]

That Bauer 17-in drill press impressive

[@Tinkery]

I picked up the corded version of that little Hercules trim router and it is awesome. I have the battery powered Makita version in that same size when I need to ditch the cord, but in the shop I end up grabbing the Hercules more often than the Makita because it feels just as good in the hand and the design of the collet seems to grip the bit better than the Makita’s (the Bauer version also uses the Makita style collet). I do wish HF had a plunge base for it but I’m sure that will come eventually.

[@zardoz2627]

A Bauer or Hercules battery powered "air duster" would be a slick addon to the line

[@DracoOmnia]

I'm looking forward to those new backup batteries tool, my wife started working from home and our power goes out a few times a year, getting a whole house instant backup or battery system is insane rn, so I got a couple from Anker. Something like 1.5kwh for around 1.5k was a bit absurd but for ease of installation and use (literally just plug between the wall and devices that need constant power, computer, starlink, router etc) it is brilliant. However I hedged and agonized over the brand and size FOREVER. having a physical store I can actually work with would have made that a LOT simpler, although Anker has been exceptionally good to us in terms of customer service. No regrets, but now I'm looking at the travel trailer and such so I'm excited to see how big HF will go with those batteries

[@joehajek5576]

I want the mini tool box in orange. Was lucky enough to get a black one I keep in my closet for my edc stuff.

[@backwoodsbrooksknives4625]

I'd like to see a 2x20v 10 inch tablesaw with cart stand to go with the miter saw. A track saw, hand planer, belt sander, and an updated 12v driver line.

[@R2dlou]

Mini tool box….night stand. Keys, Wallet, knife and all your edc. Nice to keep all in one place. 10 bux Black Friday. Can’t beat it. lol.

[@jasonjavelin]

Asked for my first Hercules tool for Christmas: the cordless ratchet. I do wish it was 20v but as someone invested in the dewalt ecosystem I didn’t really want to pay 200+ for theirs as it wasn’t long reach and the battery position is pretty bad imo. I thought about doing the bauer but wanted a step up. Excited to try it out and I don’t think having its own battery and charger is too big of a deal. They need to add more to the herc line

[@DerekWimberly-w3h]

I'm using my mini tool box for my SAE, metric wrnches & Impact rated socket set.

[@jamescraigrn]

I have been holding out for the 14 inch bandsaw. I just hope it's good and priced right.

[@matolittleelkwells5377]

The push button slip joint pliers you mentioned were Icon not Doyle so the sale and coupon amount might be different than what you quoted great video and it's good to see your health is improving

[@FangOfTruth]

Off road service cart that can be leveled would be nice. Job sites and rock/dirt driveways aren’t small wheel friendly.

[@rcmodder]

Cant you just replace the casters with offroad types? 😂

[@lespaulw]

All I want is a Hercules worm drive saw

[@jlozano180]

Power station for me, waiting for the larger ones to come out

[@Patricksmancave]

Thank you for the video. Have a good day!

[@rickpouley7561]

Are we going to see a Bauer 14" band saws?

[@Slane583]

I love all of my Hercules tools, I really want the new cordless 10" miter saw. I've been waiting for a Hercules version since HF released the cordless 7-1/4" version for Bauer. I already have one of the 12Ah batteries for Hercules I'd just need to get a second if I were to get the miter saw. I see they also recently released a new electric Bauer pressure washer that's rated for 3,000 psi to go with the other two models they've had. That looks enticing too.

[@e.z.e.932]

They need a one or two year standard warranty included on those bauer brushless tools - no extra charge.

[@darrellbroomhall7020]

So glad to see you back. YO!1

[@joshuagibson2520]

"thermal runaway" lol. I'm going to ask my gf if she is having one next time she is flashing. Ah, middle age is fun.

[@Oxcart19-s8r]

Mini-tool box is not available in my area, but I really want one. Same for Hercules Dust Extractor. The new Bauer Dust Collector looks like an upgrade from the Chicago version, but I'm hoping for a Hercules Dust Collector with HEPA filter -- those would sell out as fast as they could make them.

[@kennysoutherland9801]

I have the Hercules 20v trim router. I'd put it up against anything out there. It would be nice if the offered a plunge kit for it.

[@wildbill23c]

I have the older Central Machinery mini-lathe that is variable speed...back when they were $130...I should have bought 2 of them...$600 is ridiculous for that lathe, they didn't change anything on that Bauer model to justify a price increase like that.

[@elitearbor]

Seeing "in stock in Bozeman" gave me a start! Somehow I never noticed that you're here in Montana. Go figure!

[@bassassin2695]

I use my mini tool box for all my RC rock crawler parts and tools

[@kennysoutherland9801]

I'd like to see a 23ga 20v pin nailer. The Dewalt one is like $300. I expect a Hercules one at $150-$175 would kill. I would also like to see them release the Hercules 20v right angle drill that's been in the marketing materials for almost 4 years now.

[@EfficientRVer]

While grabbing a box of nitrile gloves for $4.98 tonight, I walked around a corner and saw the big new gas-powered 30 gallon compressor. Happy to say, I don't need one, but if I did, it looked nice.

[@jamesanthony8438]

The pruning saw is going in my bug out bag. Closest I'm gonna' get to a "Ripper" from Fallout =)

[@Toolsareus]

I have the Hercules nibbler and it is amazing. I wonder how it compares to other brands.

[@tjtworkshop]

Lookin' good there, jeff!

[@charlesmckinley29]

Was hoping after the Black Friday sale was over there would be some Quinn coupons ut now have to wait another week.

[@treatzfortruckerz3913]

A lot of exciting new tools coming out Harbor freight has come a long way the last several years.

[@CALDues]

Would love to see Hercules put out a dual voltage mag drill...

[@rrich8371]

Battery Technology is really moving fast.

[@patleavitt900]

I would l love to see more or improved 12v Hercules tools

[@John__Wayne]

I spend enough money at harbor freight before anyone thinks I’m badmouthing a place I never go to. But I’d really like to see an American made line of hand tools from them. Since Sears closed, there’s no real choice for affordable USA tools. I have even read some SK tools are being made overseas now since they’re under new ownership. My biggest complaint of Harbor Freight is that EVERYTHING is made overseas

[@jfdashley9028]

The mini toolbox was on sale for black friday but was unavailable to buy.

[@MedCityViking]

I want a set of 6 ton jack stands in purple. They have purple 3 ton, but no 6 ton yet.

[@freedog632]

I use my mini toolbox for my oscillating multitool stuff.

[@RobWood-re5dz]

I have a request, I feel you have harbor freights ear. We need a quality Hercules cordless pop rivets gun. Every racer and sheet metal guy would have to have one. Also harbor freight sells the Doyle nut rivets tool, the mandrels ( especially the small ones where out) i use these all the time, it would be nice if they would sell mandrel separately. Thanks for listening.

[@jimgarbus1371]

"It's a Beast" LOL

[@davidfridley2182]

Waiting for 1/2” general service set from icon!!!!

[@FangOfTruth]

I wonder how much running time you could get from the Baugher 12ah battery paired with the Baugher inverter.

[@tjtworkshop]

The answer is "a lot" that 12ah battery runs the leaf blower well over an hour on high.

[@michaelbuddy]

Anyone else see a problem with the bauer pruner chainsaw the angle of the blade? Seems like you won't be able to get access around some branches due to the blade angle interfering with the 90 degree angle of the grip. I don't know about this one, I think it's going to be limited because of the handle / blade form rather than power or anything else.

[@brooklynbound75]

Hercules, handheld planer.

[@davidcorliss]

The dust extractor will be a 2025 purchase for me

[@canedobrazil3209]

Likeeeeee from Brazil 🇧🇷

[@timothydahlman1158]

Why wasn’t there a big sale on icon boxes?

[@stevebergman6747]

@DenOfTools - Jeff, it's only appropriate that I say it once again - all these new tools and Harbor Freight still can't bother themselves to expand the Atlas line with a proper two-stage 80 volt snow blower, or any snow blower for that matter. So frustrating to those of us who took the bait and invested in what seemed like a line that would expand nicely! If Harbor Freight is serious about competing with all the "big guys," they really ought to round out some of the glaring omissions in several of their lines. I REALLY want to say goodbye to my gas powered two stage Ariens, which is an excellent blower - help persuade them, please! 😉😎

[@GateKeeper97]

My watches in top with the lid staying up on my dresser.

[@mattmorford7489]

The mini chain saw Does Not Have The Oil Reservoir

[@timothydahlman1158]

If US General wants to take the mini toolbox to the next level, an iconic level, put a barrel lock & charging station on it.

[@cpthornman]

The Gordon multi tool hasnt been in stock since it launched and is out of stock everywhere. They must be having some serious issues with that item considering it hasn't been restocked since its initial shipment of 4 to every store.

[@Doolz45]

Are the mini tool box’s coming back or are they done for now.?

[@diemman70]

I’ve still never found the Gordon multi tool in store.😂

[@BKD70]

Same here.

[@JonBoehm]

Yep. in stock... no where.

[@diemman70]

@ vapor ware just like the mini tool box.

[@EfficientRVer]

I got one for $32 when they first came out, haven't seen one since.

[@diemman70]

@ When they are finally in stock they’ll probably be 25% more.

[@mwert25]

Love the innovation with 3D printing but hate the spikes-not my taste. So I'd say I'm IN THE MIDDLE.

[@xonkthecat8674]

Hey red beard, I want to see a Hercules 12 V or 20 V half-inch ratchet they came out with the quarter inch drive and the 3/8 drive almost 3 years ago and I’ve been waiting for a half inch drive ever since and now Bauer has one, they started with the earthquake line of cordless automotive tools ditch that went with the Hercules line and didn’t complete it out. I’ve been contacting harbor freight for two years straight now, and never hear anything back from them. I’m getting sick and tired of waiting they have taken a shit all over us with this Bauer crap half inch 20 V ratchet, i’m not buying into another battery system from Harbor freight just to get one damn tool. i’m about ready to sell all my Hercules tools and buy the Milwaukee because at least they have a full line of automotive tools and they have their shit together with a full line of tools. So maybe you can ask the question or answer the question why hasn’t Hercules harbor freight come out with a half inch drive 12 V or 20 V ratchet?

[@rrich8371]

Eric O. had been using the T10 and found it better at programming than his Autel. He kinda liked it. But since he knows the Autel scanner better, he switched back.

[@dB_944]

I thought Eric O said it was Launch based.

[@dB_944]

I think he still switches back and forth depending on the application.

[@blue-2366]

Hercules needs a 20v sds hammer drill.

[@kapo5650]

It seems like most of the tools coming out are in the Bauer brand. It seems like the Bauer prices have gone up also and most of the Black Friday power tools are Bauer. When will they release everything in the Hercules brand.

[@unclefester4626]

DID YOU SAY TRACK SAW????? OH BOY...OH BOY....OH BOY!!!!!!!!😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁

[@unclefester4626]

I sure hope its going to be a Hercules track saw. Not that bauer is bad but i really live Hercules!!!!

[@Artamos1020]

Harbor freight really dropped the ball with the mini tool box for this Black Friday. All of my local stores had no stock throughout the sale week. Had I know I would’ve bought a couple before the sale and go back and ask for the price difference

[@redknight2470]

Same for my store, no mini boxes at all.

[@cashmir316]

Early bird gets the worm. Was there Monday morning first day of ITC at 8:00, can’t snooze.

[@bradymckinney1712]

I asked my store and they said that they wouldn't be able to honor the price difference. They did say that they were receiving some more and that they couldn't sell them until the sale started. I have heard of managers selling them "out the back door."

[@dynadork3312]

@@cashmir316 Some of us have jobs and can't be at a retail joint on a Monday morning at 8:00am just to pick up a silly mini tool box. It's been confirmed that they withheld a LOT of stock on those things from ITC members just so they could sell them to the general public on Friday morning. They dropped the ball and screwed ITC members, simple as.

[@patricksquires77]

They DID NOT “drop the ball” - They priced it CHEAP and made it WAY better than anything else similar on the market. Cheap and great quality just means high demand and resellers - 🤷‍♂️ - They could have made it junky and priced it 33$ and NOT done the 10$ thing and 💥 no inventory issue but I rather they knock it out of the park like they did.

[@ZomPaul2113]

prob w the trifuel generator is its not inverted..