Kobalt 24V Tools - The Good, The Bad & The Ugly

[@BobTheBuilder-fs4rj]

My boss won a kobalt drill at a lowes contractor lunch . He gave it to me to use as a mixer for drywall mud and tile mortar . Which is very hard on a drill . I would never use my own drill as a mixer . I started using it thinking it would break pretty fast . 3 years latter it still works and just had the first battery go bad . Like the price of the batteries so much and the strengh of the drill . I now own most of the cordless line and use it daily . I am a carpenter building new houses and flipping houses . So far the tools work great and the batteries are half the price of most other lines .

[@TheRealPlato]

how are they holding up

[@Z33dott]

Also curious how they’re holding up.

[@BobTheBuilder-fs4rj]

All my kobalt tools have worked great have only lost 1 maybe 2 batteries in 7 or 8 years . Forgot wore out weed eater but used way harder than intented would be great for house in city

[@Z33dott]

@@BobTheBuilder-fs4rj Awesome. I have my work tools already but thinking about going Kobalt for the lesser used at home type stuff, and just to have a nice powerful backup drill of course. Thanks for the reply!

[@nami08041988]

I'm new to Dremels, but this thing has been great. kzbin.infoUgkxfPgcZ5_Cl0HDUKkMJAKde11YKQZVgMoR The variable speed is awesome and the cordless aspect makes it so easy to work with. I am constantly finding uses for it that make tasks easier. Recently I put in a new deadbolt on one of our doors. I knew I had to enlarge the hold where the deadbolt goes into the door frame. At first I thought I would have to get a big router and figure out how to use it for that, but then I rermembered we have the dremel. I was able to enlarge the hole almost as easy as if I was drawing with a pen. It's also great for grinding our dog's nails done and so many other household tasks.

[@JR-ht2vy]

I’m a very loyal Lowe’s consumer, because I buy a lot of Lowe’s type supplies, from appliances, garden, hardware, tools etc. I’m a Vietnam Nam Marine veteran. I get a 10% day to day discount on everything. They take care of vets so I try to take care of them! All these years I really have no complaints with anything from Lowe’s and if I do they have always remedied to my complete satisfaction. Semper Fi Bear!

[@lomcpsychoirishmancustoms503]

Oh rah Marine!! Semper Fi brother! Afghan Marine Veteran here!🤘🏻 happy belated birthday!

[@michaelharrington75]

Thank you for your service. 🇺🇲

[@Abandonsoyciety]

Lowe's is one of the few stores that has veteran parking.

[@smallish_mk3733]

I bought into kobalt because of how cheap the batteries are. most of my work revolves around automotive and I use the 1/2in impact alot. has no issues with axle nuts and crank pulley bolts. its held up to my diy/ "weekend warrior" use for about 4 years now.

[@smallish_mk3733]

however I did have to return my first impact because it would rotate off axis pretty badly like something inside it was bent or assembled wrong. no issues with the return. got a receipt and grabbed a replacement right off the shelf.

[@legendarypillow1450]

@@smallish_mk3733 lol you could’ve edited your comment

[@robertpetry9606]

Kobalt hit a home run with the 24v brushless lineup. Not compact but not bulky. They were cheap enough that I bought a second set drill/driver & impact driver set so if the warranty didn’t hold true I could keep working. Yet 2+ years later I’m still using the first set and have no issues. The batteries are good quality and cheap. Enough so that I have six in my van at all times! I’ve never had to complain because they broke or didn’t preform as advertised. And I’m happy that they are expanding the line. Worth every penny.

[@nickm.1238]

Dec 29 2019 Lowe’s had the 6 tool set 24v on sale for $199 !!!! from $449. Am now rocking 12” sliding miter saw, 41” tool ches combo and now the 24 volt tools! Thanks for all the info Red!

[@starastronomer]

I got that same deal and love them. Gave my DeWalt to my neighbor.

[@johndoe-zb8bm]

I just wanted to say I have been very pleased with these tools!! I would 100 percent recommend them.I have been very aggressive with them because I knew they are under warranty. Again absolutely no problems!Going on 5 yrs,batteries are still the ones I purchased.Im impressed!!!

[@CL-qb8xp]

I've owned a kobalt 1/4" impact and drill for 2 years now with no issues. I've dropped the impact from 10 ft up on the concrete twice now. Both times no damage. I love these tools. I use them everyday. I have no complaints whatsoever.

[@BucktailFishing]

I have the hammer drill and 1/4" impact driver. They have worked very well for my garage and house projects. I'm very happy with them.

[@jacobharding4854]

I bought into this line when they first came out in 2016 and have since acquired every tool they make. These are absolutely pro grade tools. DeWalt XR line may have them edged out but if you compare Kobalt to the plain DeWalt 20V tools Kobalt certainly has the edge. I cannot wait to see what they have in store for 2020 with the push for 20 new additions!

[@YosemiteWilliam]

Jacob Harding there's a new dye grinder as well as a 3/8 inch cordless ratchet.

[@ItalianoDio-]

...and now they have the xtr line. I love the new circ saw..

[@jasonsexton2513]

I have the XTR impact 1/4 and I love it. I make the Milwaukee guys mad every day.

[@figliodihades]

Ive seen some tests where the DeWalt XRs have burned out or started smoking way before their own prior models and before kobalt and Milwaukees. Seems like XR line might not be as durable as others.

[@Carta87Blanca]

I agree pros can use this line day to day no issue beat the 1/4 impact driver to hell still works got the combo kit with hammer drill still original battery charges fine i try remember not leave them in extreme temps cold or hot or over charge but the price on their batteries got to love it

[@BOBBYG31976]

I have the all the Kobalt 24 volt cordless tools and use them on every one of my construction jobs. They are great in every aspect and I've never had any problems out of them.. I think they're great!

[@joshstucki4349]

Thanks for the review, bear. My son uses his set on job sites every week, no problems. He's had his for nearly 3 years now. The circ saw definitely requires a good blade but it works well enough. The impact driver and drill are top-notch.

[@00lightning]

Coming from a forklift/equipment mechanic, I have quite a few in this line. The 1/2in impact, the drill/driver combo set, the grinder and fan. I for the money and how they have held up, I couldn't be happier. I've had the drill/ driver set and the 1/2 impact the longest. With a little over 2 years of use they are all still great tools. I use the 1/2 in impact almost every day mostly for 1 1/4 and 1 1/2 lug nuts and the only ones I've ran across that it wouldn't handle, neither would my 1/2in drive ir2135timax air impact either.. very happy with the line so far. Thanks for the thoughts papa bear.

[@caroldragon7545]

I didn't get to read all of the comments, but one of my favorite Kobalt tools is the cordless inflator. It is easy to set, easy to use, and so useful, I'm going to buy another one to keep in my truck. As mentioned, the batteries last really well. On one charge, I inflated a truck tire from totally flat, 4 medium pneumatic garden cart tires, and one bicycle tire. Then went on to use that battery on drilling 6 X 6 timbers for rebar. Still lots of oomph left in it, but I put it on charge overnight anyway, for using the next day. I bought the $199 kit special just before Christmas in 2020, and chose the circular saw as my bonus. I love it. As a DIYer, I really appreciate being able to just use it for a few cuts wherever I happen to be without having to plug in a long cord like I do for my ancient Porter Cable. Love your reviews.

[@Kodiak1293]

Ditto

[@michaelhorn4540]

I love my kobalt tools. I currently have kobalt, Dewalt, and craftsman power tools and I use my kobalt the most. I especially love the one hand Sawzall that I use alot outside and it will literally cut down a small tree

[@Kodiak1293]

That little Sawzall is one of my faves as well.

[@ErrorProne]

I bought a kobalt set with drill, driver, recip, and light way back in 2017. since then I also bought the multi tool and random orbital. still have all of them, original batteries, and they all work great. i use them all the time for everything you can imagine. can't tell you have many times I've changed tires with the 1/4" impact driver, including using it on the scissor jack. never had a problem. I also have several of their 40v lawn stuff and I love'm. great brand.

[@davidwalle5025]

Good video. I am a big fan of kobalt. Have a big selection of hand tools, i prefer lowes over the home depot.

[@thetruthfrmtx]

I shop with Home Depot, since there are more stores that Lowe's in my area. Why do you prefer Lowe's?

[@platinumvulture1122]

@@thetruthfrmtx they have a 3lb estwing drilling hammer which I could use for rockhounding

[@frankw7266]

I've got the 1/2" impact, 1/4" drill driver, and the angle grinder... all good tools. Like you said, nothing exceptional, they just work.

[@EP1CNELSON]

The 1/2 impact is great especially for the price

[@lucky15driver]

My father in law has the 80 volt string trimmer. I have seen that tool trim his 1 acre home with tons of trees and tons of concrete flat work, and ask for more. It easily performs with the Ego, and Greenworks brands. I personally have used his trimmer and the Ego and I will be converting to cordless when my Echo tool wear out.

[@selc2620]

Just purchased their recent xtr combo kit, really impressive with their quality. The power is definitely there to.

[@kirksorensen4136]

Picked up the drill / impact driver combo kit for $99 during the craftsman clearance along with 2 - 1.5 amp hr batteries for additional $26 ( $13 each ) and couldn’t be happier. I’m thinking about picking up the multi tool next. People on the den of tools message board said it was a bad time to buy into the platform. I’m glad I did. I would recommend it

[@underthelibertytree712]

I bought an impact and drill on a special deal and got way more than I expected. I have been very pleasantly surprised by them. You can't beat their battery prices either.

[@vince8436]

Happy with the 1/2 impact. The 3/8 ratchet is too long. I have not used the ratchet and going to try to exchange for the right angle drill or something else.

[@matthewbowman8305]

I'm an comercial electrical installer I've had the line for over two years now have had no problems with tools slowly adding new tools to line up as I go really impressed with impacts they will RIP screws apart if you dont watch your settings and batteries are the best part with a couple big batteries for heavy screwing and drilling sawing and a few mid and small batteries I can go weeks without charging and I use them everyday so for cost I dont think kobalt can be beat . And looking forward to that new sts drill .

[@guymaninu]

11:26 I got a circle saw and all it does is start fires. I can’t get through a 2x4 without it instantly seeing smoke and flames. I tried several times, and at about 1/2 inch every time it makes fire. I checked the battery and tried 3 different brand new, varying number of teeth and style/type blades. So I gotta call Kobalt people about this thing.

[@evolvep2747]

New subscriber and im really digging this series you are doing. Much appreciate the effort and work you put in.

[@SouthernEngineering]

I've switched over to the full line of 24V max a couple of years ago, and like you have been a little nervous about the Crapsman intrusion, I'm happy they finally added a 3/8 ratchet and look forward to their new offerings; thanks for letting me know. I do wonder why the 4 A.hr battery costs $50, and the 6 A.hr cost $99? $75 would have been a better target. Thanks for making me feel better about the Kobalt line, have a warm and fuzzy day.

[@johndoe-zb8bm]

I would just purchase two of the 4 batteries. Still $99.00 and you have a backup.

[@NGMonocrom]

The Bad: Quite a few Kobalt tools that just quit working out of the blue. (No pun intended.) One owner after another. Including an acquaintance who bought two Kobalt tire inflators. One in each vehicle. A year later, both refused to work. Batteries were charged up. Both refused to turn on. Not good had he or a family member been stranded.

[@gvrtools4566]

Love how you cover ALL tools. Whether it is pro or prosumer. Honest reviews! Thank you!

[@MattBreckenridge]

I got my drill/driver set about 4 years ago when I moved onto my sailboat. Lowes was doing a trade-in promotion. Bring in any single drill - any condition- and get the drill/driver set at a huge discount. Over the last 4 years, I’ve built up a good collection, including the weed wacker and lawn mower. Never had a problem, always had enough power to do the job. The only criticism I have is about the shop vac. It’s powerful, but the on/off switch is in an awkward position. It will also kill a battery in under 10 minutes of use. Fine for really quick cleanups because you don’t need to futz with a cord, but anything bigger is a hassle because you’ll need to do a battery swap pretty quickly. They should have included a detachable power cable that doubles as a battery charger.

[@josephhartke454]

I havent watched yet, but I bought the 3/8 electric impact driver and had issues taking my tires off of my BMW with it, well it has since ripped off axle nuts on my celica with no problem and plenty of other corroded bolts but for some reason it always struggled with the Lug Bolts on my BMW and I find that odd.

[@Kodiak1293]

I started this set shortly after it came out. It did not have the rest of the tools I was wanting, but the line up was new and the battery prices were and still are awesome. Since then, the Rachet, miter saw and finally nailer has all come out. That nailer is big. Have not got it yet, but will soon as I convince my better half I need it for some project she has me doing. Two questions/comments. First, I mentioned the size of the nailer, has anyone used this yet and what are your thoughts on it. Second, the jobsite radio is nice. But the little compresser to air up the tires, I absolutely love. My wife can find any nail or screw within a 100 yards of her tires and that little guy saves the day to get us where it needs to go. Tbh though, it is the only tool I had to return because of failure. Not to upset, I used it alot and my vehicle is commercial use and it levels them off at 80 psi weekly. I got more than I expected from it and luckily was still under warranty. So, got a brand new one now. Question here is, does anyone have the 40v tire inflator,, if so, what are your thoughts. I have 3 of the lawn tools and I will not switch. They have taken much abuse and still outlast me. Wonder if the inflator is the same. Thanks and great review. Agree with everything you said. It rang true then, and still does today.

[@joechivers7691]

Kobalt drill when you use it ,the lite flashes then you need to take out the battery and put it back in.any ideas?

[@sbb2457]

That rotary hammer is seriously so good. Needed a cheap one for work. This thing make me start investing in a tool lineup

[@BlindMansRevenge2002]

I visited my local spot over the weekend to take a look at the new XTR tools that were released in May. I was primarily interested in that 3/8 inch ratchet because I mostly do automotive work. I like my fingers and hands too much to mess around with any of the cutting tools so I don’t own any. From what I can tell this cordless ratchet is nothing to get excited about. I am glad that I decided to invest in the Ingersoll rand IQV 20 and 12 line. I got into it in 2014 and don’t have any regrets.

[@tareksaade736]

I incidentally invested in a bunch of Kobalt tools as of late and I'm adding more because of the battery uniformity.. With the exception of the circular saw, I like the set, They feel beefy in my hands, they look good and work well for the small time DIY'er that I am. I agree with you on the circular saw. It feels beefy too, but seems to lag power and sometime I struggle to finish cuts with it for what seems to be no reason what so ever!!! Thanks for the video, great information.

[@glmsas1]

Not sure what the hit on Ridgid LSA is but i've had their tools for 20yrs and only had to return one drill and it got repaired in 7days. But i'm looking at the Kobalt 24V 12in Chainsaw for my wife to use. Seems like a decent enough tool and the 3yr warranty looks OK too.

[@boconnor8803]

Im not sure what the difference is but I love the circular saw, i have Diablo blades and it cuts everything everytime. Ok its not a worm drive but mine works great.

[@HustleKings357]

What store can I get Diablo blades?

@@HustleKings357 Home Depot

[@CobHes]

I actually really like kobalt. I have 3/8 flex head long handle ratchet and a 1/2 impact that gets very heavy use in the daily and I love it

[@connorbosworth7318]

I love the 1/2 inch impact. I've only had one bolt I had to borrow a coworker's Milwaukee for. I fully intend to use it for the entirety of my career. Or however long they carry batteries and parts for it. Whichever comes first lol

[@right8630]

Well I wonder what he thinks about the xtr series

[@jimmybryan6760]

Re: the cell count in the batteries, aren't the 18/20 volt 5 cell / pack, not 4 as you stated? 4 volt max per cell x 5 cells = 20 volt max, 18 volt nominal. So I'm wondering if the 24v are then 6 cells per batt?

[@practicalguy973]

That makes sense. 6 cells would be 22V nominal and 25V full. That would be a great base to work from with more power demands of modern battery tools. I watched a video comparing the Kobalt 24v leaf blower to an EGO and some gas and it was just as usable as the others and lighter weight. Might be worth getting in that that system.

[@halfpac5]

I have most of this set and I'm happy with how they have performed around the house. This set compliments my m12 set quite well. I've seen some craftsman products at my home depot in south metro milwaukee area

[@Joeblak81]

I mowed my overgrown yard with hills and dips and real grass not already perfect grass with the 2x24v self propelled mower. I was surprised. Just do it in the evenings when the grass is dry. Never mow wet grass anyway. Lol

[@ssparrrkyy]

Kobalt 24v models ( impact and rachet) remind me of Ingersoll Rand. What you think?

[@Kfinch1992]

I use the imacts more than anything with. No complaint other than maybe the size of the big 1/2in when trying to pull a rear motor mount.. Use the recip saw and no complaint there either. The little USB battery adapter is fantastic for when my harbor freight lights die

[@paulmazzola398]

The circular saw (6.5) inch is a great saw and has tons of power. Well worth the money. I use the 6 amp hour battery with it a bit heavy but will cut through 2 inch thick pallet material made of hardwood and doesn't stop at all.

[@InterRad1]

I had a fantastic experience warranty he Kobalt 24 volt hedge trimmer that I had had for slightly less than 5 years.. the battery was still good but the hedge trimmer jammed internally and needed replacement. Since the battery has been upgraded in this interval the model number has changed. Lowes refunded my full purchase price which I then used to buy the newer version of the hedge trimmer.. it's new version cost me $10 more but I have a new five-year warranty. I own and the pole saw which I find very serviceable in maintaining my 3.36 acre property. I've had absolutely no complaints without either of these work. My feelings on the warranty are top-notch and plan to buy the blower and probably a reciprocating saw

[@texashillcountryadv9197]

Im a pro mechanic in Texas I use my impact driver on almost every job it’s constantly getting Soaked and shop chemicals like brake clean and atf and being dropped it was even run over once and I’ve never had a problem for 2 years now

[@DubsBrown]

I’m interested in the air tools for Kobalt but the 24v line seems to be taking notes from Ryobi 18v as they just released a bucket fan mister which is exactly like the always sold out, eBay price gouging, Ryobi version. If they copy and improve more super popular Ryobi products, I could consider switching since HD has turned into a dump and TTI is the only reason I shop there. Kobalt has a 24V 100 mph leaf blower that is the same price as Ryobi’s with more CFM.

[@practicalguy973]

The 2nd gen Kobalt 24v 500cfm 120mph brushless leaf blower looks really good! Got to be one of the lightest weight 500cfm battery blowers with decent run time out there.

[@jonathangarzon2798]

I'm super confused about Kobalt XTR/Craftsman PR and where they are headed, seems like either could be shut down for the sake of the other

[@philipdebeaubien5415]

What makes you recommend the Kobalt power tools over the new craftsman power tools That lowes is carrying?

[@denoftools]

More types of tools, better sales. 100% brushless, cheaper batteries and chargers, and a 5yr vs 3yr warranty.

[@MrAntuan25]

I work in plumbing, kobalt power tools have took care most I need done in 3 years. And they perform very well better than most tool guys give them credit for. Great Bang for the buck.

[@CGoffgrid]

Fellow plumber.😎😉👍👍

[@PaganWizard]

I have the Kobalt 1/2 inch impact wrench, 1/4 inch impact driver, 1/2 inch drill/driver, and plan on expanding even more. The 1/2 inch impact was the first one I got because being in my 50's, and getting lazy, I don't feel like wrestling with a lug wrench anymore. I even got a set of Capri torque sticks to go along with it. I compared a few brands and it quickly came down to Kobalt, and Earthquake, and what sold me was the expand-ability of the battery line. Recently a mechanic friend of mine asked if he could borrow my 1/2 inch impact while his Snap On was out being rebuilt for the 5th time. Reluctantly I loaned it to him. He brought it back in only a weeks time and said he could not believe how much better it was than his Snap On. I'm not sure if he was being honest with me, or just blowing smoke up my ass to show appreciation for me loaning out one of my tools, which is something I almost NEVER do. I would rather loan out my dog than one of my tools, at least my dog knows how to find her way back home. In your "Bad" section, you mentioned the overall size of some of these Kobalt tools. Being 6'2", and 270 pounds, I actually appreciate a larger tool that fits nicely in my big frying pan hands, as opposed to some of the smaller tool brands that aren't really all that comfortable for me to use, even if might be an overall better tool. If it doesn't fit well in the hand, it's not going to work well in the hand........something that I'm pretty sure you understand. As for Crapsman......the warranty and customer service from SB&D SUCKS to be polite about it. Craftsman was great, back in the day, when Sears still owned the brand, at least until they started having financial issues. Today, I wouldn't spend stolen money on that brand. Justin Dow put out a video a while back showing all the problems he had trying to get some broken or worn out sockets replaced, and the nonsensical run-around everyone gave him over it. kzbin.info/www/bejne/sGG9iWx6Ztx-rZo I am very satisfied with the Kobalt tools I have, and am looking forward to expanding my collection. As for my hand tools......I have some old school Made In America Craftsman. The collection is not as big as I would like it to be, and somewhere in the near future I will be replacing them with Icon. The Kobalt hand tools just really aren't all that appealing to me. I firmly believe that Icon has picked up where Sears left off with the old school Craftsman brand in both quality, and warranty, and may have even exceeded in what Sears used to offer, and I think they may have just proven that with the recall on those 3/8 inch flex head ratchets.

[@RAOBANION]

Problem with cordless saws is that they can’t handle anything hard like old wood. If your doing some hard drilling or sawing you need a cord as the battery powered tools just don’t have the power. They do make a good blower but it dosen’t have the vacume feature.

[@housechillin8386]

I just like the color blue lol ridiculus as it sounds, glad to hear there decent tools i have almost everything from them only thing that broke was the floor jack where the u joint is everything els still works great over the years and the new xlt stuff too

[@AceSolomon94]

I'm looking forward to the new XTR Lines coming this May

[@ItalianoDio-]

The Xtr circ saw is nice..

[@daltonfox1]

Just bought the 5 tool xtr kit. Seems well built. Haven't gotten a chance to use it yet though

[@djkeys415s]

got the next xtr circ saw it cuts like a KNIFE 🔪

[@jeffngo79]

So where can you get Metabo which it was Hitachi

[@jakehansen3418]

I got a great deal on their impact driver sawsall circular saw , drill and the flashlight along with a 2 and 4 mah battery and I'm very impressed the flashlight is actually my all time favorite flashlight it's nice and compact super bright has a built in hook perfect for those low light situations were a flashlight just isn't cutting it but you don't wanna bring in the free standing lights.

[@RAOBANION]

The local Lowe’s every spring runs a special, if you but 2 of the batteries and a charger for 129.00 you get a free tool but they are always stock only a handfull of batteries and it causes confrontations all the time. You can’t get the same special they have in the store with a huge sign that you can’t use because they are out of batteries and charger set.

[@discoveryoutdoorskcfishing236]

We own a construction company and flip houses. Long story short in a pinch when I desperately needed a drill and couldn’t find another Dewalt to replace my stolen tools after my trailer got broken into I bought some Kobalt stuff because I figured it would get me through a couple jobs and then I could just sell it off on marketplace and fast forward two years I own probably every Kobalt 24 V tool made.

[@S_and_S_Farms]

I’m a Kobalt tool fan as well. I have 9 tools in the 24v series & I use them daily in my construction business. I’ve never had an issue with them. Yes, I’ve replaced a few batteries but they all have lasted past the 3 year guarantee. I personally feel the are a low end commercial line. The battery prices is what sold me on Kobalt. I would recommend them to anyone!

[@miguelbravo4666]

Would you do an updated video with its current line up such as XTR

[@briangray6372]

As a Union Sprinklerfitter we used impacts,drills,portabands, and mini sawsalls out of all my tools company tools and tools the other guys use one brand always last the longest and that is Milwaukee. I have to replace all my kobalt power tools soon and will be looking HARD at HF pro tools. But if you buy milwaukee it will last you for as long as you need AND you can get china batteries to fit and 1/2 the cost IF you want to go cheap.

[@myonen4402]

I'm an electrician and I've been using kobolt pretty much exclusively for the past 3 years. It's been serving me very well. I just wish they would bring back the 12v line

[@kdc300z]

Baur or Kobalt?! Kobalt all day.. Geez...

[@stonegreenleeify]

Honestly the only reason I went with craftsman over kobalt and Ryobi is I already had a couple batteries and everything at my local Lowe's is on clearance

[@86dieselman]

They are actually 25.2 volts. They have 6 4.2 volt 18650 batteries wired in series to produce a total of 25.2 volts. I have checked a number of their packs when fully charged and that is exactly my findings. Maybe my Fluke is off, but they usually test 25.3-25.4 when fresh off the charger. It is noteworthy the watt hour rating on the packs is also higher, as the packs have an extra battery, the potential output from the battery is also higher. Now this information should not be construed to mean the tools are more powerful as their are other variables.

[@chuckquinn8026]

Gotta agree with the Bear here...my Lowes has almost no Kobalt hand tools on display or in stock any more. Just a sea of red. Just this last week though, I was able to go thru their drawers and grab a few odd size Kobalt sockets that I didn’t have, but surprisingly Lowes had them. Other than a few here and there, it just looks like the tool department in an old Sears years back, and for me, not happy about it in the least...I’ve bought Bosch at Lowe’s in the past, but they are missing now also...sad

[@jimschultz9465]

I found the drill/driver a big improvement over the 18 volt Ryobi model. I notice this when I use it to raise and lower the load supports on my RV.

[@matthewcauthorn3948]

I like the Kobalt a lot. I buy Milwaukee too, and have found both to be quite effective. We use them at work every day. The local Lowe’s sales guy just hates the Kobalt and pushes DeWalt. He warned me I would be back to return the Kobalt within 90 days. In 3 and a half years I have not had to do anything to the Kobalt. We did break off the ears that hold the batteries in on some of the Milwaukee’s. A little creative engineering fixed those. You can use the 24 v batteries on older 20 v Kobalt tools with very little creative engineering. I do that on a cordless grinder whose batteries had failed but was too good to throw away.

[@alaskabornheathen8902]

I LOVE my Kobalt tools. The batteries are cheap and they last a long time. The tools are powerful. But they don’t make a large variety of tools, the shop vac frankly sucks and they don’t make the things I want or need. So I’m watching these videos to get an idea of Kobalt overall and Ryobi. The tools I have that I need the most are Dewalt, in my experience Dewalt is much higher quality than Kobalt. But they are expensive. So I think im going to sell my Kobalt stuff and go with Ryobi. I just bought a Ryobi power inverter for my vehicle and a stick vacuum for the battery and hopefully an upgrade over my Kobalt vacuum. Yes I tested the vacuum today. It definitely kicks tail on the Kobalt and our household vacuum. So I think Ryobi is the way forward for a handful of things. Thanks for doing these videos!

[@JNTimperley]

Do you have a follow-up to this video your videos are really got me interested in Cobalt

[@rickwagner2861]

I've got the one handed corded recipe saw. It's been "bounced" more than a few times and it's still chugging. If the housing on it is the same as the housing on the cordless stuff then it's pretty durable. For all the use and abuse that little saw has gotten, I'd say the price to performance ratio is better than some of the more expensive pro grade tools.

[@bhgemini]

Hello Tool Bear. Was wondering what you thought of the XTR Circ Saw and Full Sized Recip? Lowe's is showing them both for $109 each with a free battery rn. Worth it or better to save and get the HPT Multivolt 36?

[@livemzgttv]

I've been using my for almost a year commercially and have had any issues

[@figliodihades]

Have or haven't?

[@davidr8397]

I have a Kobalt 40V leaf blower I bought 3 1/2 years ago and had to decide if I wanted to stay with Kobalt for the other outdoor tools (hedge trimmer and string trimmer) Reviews on Amazon had a few folks say the hedger would jam on thick branches and burn up; the 40V string trimmer also had issues with bump head and the difficulty of finding replacement parts. For that reason and the sheer unknown of how long Lowe's is going to support Kobalt in the long run with the onslaught of Crapsman I decided to bail on the Blue and get the other outdoor tools based on my other battery line that had better reviews and customer support. When or if the Kobalt battery dies I'll most likely not keep the Kobalt line. as it's yet another battery charger taking up space.

[@box420]

What's everybody's opinion on Ryobi my dad gave me his old set and I got some new batteries to breathe new life into them but didn't want to invest too much money if it's not worth it. But I'm a machinist and use my drill every day

[@denoftools]

Do you use it heavily ever day? Do you drill into metal every day? If so, I'd upgrade but if it's light use, you will be fine.

[@ericelam1014]

Ryobi is a good cordless tool, just don't over work the battery because it will heat up and cause low amps to the motor and cause damage to it as well. I'm 63 years old I've spent enough money to know what to buy.

[@box420]

Mostly just use them for reading Reimers and drill bits up to 3/4 on aluminum and once in a blue moon using a hone to open a bore holes a few thousand

[@freemoney3723]

What cir. saw do you recommend then for DIYer with a budget since Kobalt fails on that tool?

[@denoftools]

I'm not sure what you mean by "fails" I often recomend kobalt for DIY'ers.

[@philipfels8521]

I have the older 18V & 20V tools. Will the batteries work in the new 24V tool heads?

[@denoftools]

No

[@robee4039]

I like tool reviews but the bear makes me like them more.

[@JR-ht2vy]

Randy Minobe agree, the Bear the best!

[@WCW4469]

I think you are spot on with your assessment of the Kobalts. I have the hammer drill, impact driver and the 1/2" impact wrench. I use them when I do field work and they have been bullet proof. The only negative, again agree with you, is that they are a bit on the bulky side. Keep the great content coming!

[@djkeys415s]

I got the new XTR CIRC SAW.ITS NICE

[@jroda8015]

Totally off topic but did they quit making the 43" green box featured in your other video ? It's not available online or in store in my area. Thanks mr dabear

[@denoftools]

Not sure but yes they seem to be sold out everywhere.

[@jroda8015]

The Den of Tools appreciate the response. If you find anything out I'd like to know. Should've bought it sooner it appears.

[@herbertherbomoore415]

What's up with Kobalt's new XTR line?

[@heavychevy4616]

anybody have thoughts on kobalt cordless tools in 2021?

[@greensammy87]

What happened to the 80v tools

[@AJH10000]

What do you think of the 8 1/2 sliding miter battery operating

[@denoftools]

You mean the 7 1/4" 24V cordless saw? It's fantastic and it's on clearance in many stores right now

[@AJH10000]

@@denoftools im sorry your right its 7 1/4

[@AJH10000]

@@denoftools is there ever good deals on kobalt batteries. The 6a is 99 and charger is about 50. Do you know of cheaper way to go?

[@xephael3485]

It would be interesting to know the background / patents on the power systems. Most of the lawsuit articles I saw were lacking, just that snap-on would appeal the 27mil infringement ruling. Apparently there is a lot of prior art with battery packs.

[@denoftools]

My understanding is SnapOn lost that appeal

[@ajgreen868]

Need to update this video with the xtr line. 💯👍🏼

[@jbthestoner5504]

Love my kobalt 3/8 impact, although in my work my number one most used tools are my wrenches. Bought it second-hand (or third maybe, I forget) from a coworker. Not sure how I would feel about it if I was using it all day every day, but for occasional use several times a week, you can't beat the price. Also the power and battery life is surprising.

[@racekar80]

I have the 1/2 ,3/8 impact, the drill and the impact driver. Great torque and battery life. Best value in batteries.

[@mdavid7149]

I'm a professional contractor 3rd year haven't been around long enough to choose power tools....for an apprentice are they any good?

[@ericelam1014]

I own all Kobalt, the 3 yr and 5 yr warranty is the best and I don't have any issues with down time. I owned Dewalt- burned em up or stripped the gears out, I've had Rigid and the same as Dewalt and Home Depot gave me greif when while under warranty the hammer drill stopped working, I was forced to threatening that I would post a KZbin video validating my disgust with Rigid if the manager did not make it right, he did. ON my Kobalt Drill and Hammer drill the chuck went bad and started slipping on the drill bits, I found a chuck on Ebay from Germany that kicks ass and really holds the bits tight. I even use the Kobalt 24V miter saw and pleased with it's abilities. Just visit any pawn shop you will see every brand of cordless tools but not any Kobalts, and every person that I have let use my tools at work have ended up selling what they had and changed to Kobalt. Lowes has a 90 day return policy even if you have opened the package and used the tools, as Trump told people' "WHAT IN THE HELL DO YOU HAVE TO LOOSE"? Get yourself a real mans cordless tool, and within 90 days take it back if you believe what you have is better.

[@IRAKLICHIKHLADZE]

Could you please dearest bear say a word or two about Bosch power tools

[@dug117]

After quite a bit of research I invested in the Kobalt cordless line, mere months before the “Craftsman takeover”. I’m not sorry I bought them. I’m an average DIY’er and I find these to be quite adequate. They are a little bulky but I can’t fault the performance. And the batteries are a lot less expensive than other brands and hold a good charge. Thanks for this review Bear. It instills confidence that @Kobalt is going to stick around. I wasn’t so sure at first.

[@stgraves260]

I believe they are going to extend their XLR line of power tools.

[@WiseSilverWolf]

I heard that Harbor Freight Tool's "Hercules" lines is really good too but their warranty isnt as good as the Kobalt line.

[@timschirlls7422]

How do you feel about the new brushless circ saw?

[@denoftools]

Sounds good but I haven't tried it or even seen it in action yet.

[@davidb3852]

Love the 24v line my biggest criticism of them was not enough tools to commit Ryobi has over a 100 tools in their 18v platform and thats not even counting all the old blue tools that can be found on craigslist for a pack of smokes 20 new tools in 2020 is a game changer

[@Kodiak1293]

That has changed, i was worried when craftsmen came in. But looking good now