Milwaukee 46" Tool Chest / Cabinet Combo - 48-22-8500

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This review covers the following models :
48-22-8500 (46" Rolling Steel Storage Chest and Cabinet)
48-22-8510 (46" 8-Drawer Steel Storage Chest) aka "Top Box"
48-22-8520 (46" 8-Drawer Rolling Steel Storage Cabinet) aka "Bottom Box"

[@Billothy69]

Me watching these videos: "Man that husky is a piece of shit" * proceeds to go to work with my tiny ass cheap ass toolbox that I got for free *

[@jlo6388]

Seriously, this is about the best review for anything ever.

[@caseroj6020]

This was a really useful and informative video. I just bought this roller cabinet and tool chest from the home depot. I already own several tool boxes but I find they tend to fill up fast. So I ordered this one for future capacity. I know I will use it because I am always buying and acquiring tools. After seeing your video I am convinced I made the right decision. Thanks for taking the time to post it online.

[@MiguelAyalaelreydelzol]

Love how this man put so much trust in the weight rating and actually stepped inside the drawer lol

[@ptrp14862]

Thanks for the detailed review! I just switched locks in my tool chest and works like a charm! All the best to you and your channel!

[@gabrielwilliams7121]

I have been eye balling this toolbox ever since it came out on Milwaukees press release, and then you do a review on it. How cool is that.

[@6471105]

This is the best review of this box I have seen! I have been looking for new tool box and I think I found it thanks to you!

[@Relic67]

Thank you for this informative video. I've been kicking the tires on one of these for a while now and you have answered several questions I had.

[@charlescamilleri8562]

After watching your reviews. I am sold. Will be picking up one this week. Thanks Daniel

[@RealToolReviews]

Charles Camilleri Nice! Good choice!

[@wildgoose6596]

Great review. I was wondering how you could fill 14 minutes about a tool box, but it was very informative and now of course I need one!

[@EugeneVBlas]

I saw this at a Home Depot a few days ago, then stumbled on this review. Great job -

[@Joseph-vj2ph]

I wish this guy was still making reviews. Some of the best reviews i have seen.

[@RealToolReviews]

Hopefully again soon my friend

[@noahevans4995]

Love the music you use for the intro and the ending. I should also really tell my dad about that, he'd love it.

[@juniorisclean]

AWSOME video bud, just bought one and I’m exited about it. Looking forward to setting mine up. Thanks

[@davkenrem]

I got the last one of these in NW OH and SW MI. Had to call over 10 Home Depots to find one. Great box, glad i found one.

[@davidyoung6608]

Awesome review. Saw this chest at Home Depot and told myself that the top chest is perfect for myself. Thanks to this review I'm totally getting it.

[@RealToolReviews]

David Young Thanks! I think you will really like it!

[@paulbritton1436]

Spot on review Just bought this August, 2017, very impressed. I reversed the direction on both of the power strips Note - all three of my locks are keyed alike

[@Bigchuck678]

I want this box, not just for the function, but I love the look of it. I like the flat red textured finish. Very Handsome looking tool box. It needs to be in my garage.

[@mikegraham7078]

I have this tool chest combo. Mine came keyed differently. I swapped the locks so that the top and bottom use the same key and the ring drawer uses the odd-ball key (which I never use). I love this box. It has, in my mind, only one significant flaw... the drawers don't lock open. They lock closed, but not open, so if you're on uneven ground you might find the drawers rolling back shut while you're trying to get tools out of them. If they had added the keep-open feature that the paperwork drawer has to all of the other drawers I would be very pleased, indeed. The drawers self-closing is an annoyance, but it's still the best tool chest I've ever had. The huge wide drawer in the bottom section holds 48" pry bars and full-size sledge hammers. Niiiiice. Mike

[@sprucet9639]

Just picked up one of these the other day, $898 canadian, a total perfect boxwith the exception of the grab handle broke (spot weld) Loved the tutorial, thanks

[@HorizonMain]

Just bought the bottom half ! Starting my mechanic apprentiship in April ! Super excited!

[@kiiiburn]

I like that you speak loudly and clearly.

[@grantyount3391]

Awesome review. As a Milwaukee guy, I wanted this before even knowing the details. Seeing your review has cemented my unhealthy desire for a big red box in my garage.... Subscribed!

[@RealToolReviews]

Grant Yount Thanks Grant! I think you will be happy with this box if you end up getting one :)

[@UnitedGrom]

Same here. I just saw their 56in model but it's double the price of this one. I need to feed my Milwaukee addiction with at least this box

[@fordguy2236]

I have had that same box for about 6 months now and love it. Im and at home mechanic and its works perfect for all my tools. I am really close to running out of room for tools but o well just means its time to buy another box.

[@MikeWebb-FlyingFinanciallyFree]

Dig the review on this... very informative. AND, I actually was able to order one late last night online. Didn't get the notification that it was back in stock (even though I entered my email address to be notified) but checked randomly and was able to purchase one. So, if you're like me, and have been waiting for months for this come back --- it's back!

[@RealToolReviews]

+Mike Webb Thanks Mike! Congrats on finding one! I havent seen them in the store for months!

[@francesbaker8230]

switching those locks is genius

[@thebrandonrussell]

Great review! Love the info for the lock swap! I totally agree with the "built-in work surface" AND.... I'd like to mention, it looks like (if one would prefer) the drill and battery organizer can be removed, then hung/mounted on a vertical (or other horizontal) surface and used that way. Thank you!

[@RealToolReviews]

+brandon russell Thanks! I didnt think about using the organizer elsewhere, but I can see that working....good idea!

[@theredbaron057]

Excellent video, needed exactly this to make my decision - thank you!

[@chriswadleigh2462]

Have watched a few others and every review is spot on. Great review. Just subscribed.

[@RealToolReviews]

Thanks!

[@malijehnressalexandriachan6245]

Damn I just brought mine and I have no regret it. I waited 1 week for it.. so freaking excited. When I get a called from home depot...finally

[@marybryant-kotler5068]

I got tool chest last week. A great value. I love it. I thinking about buying 4 more of them to install in my van..

[@michaelomiccioli4646]

Good video it confirmed my choice to get one. I went to HD website and it was not listed anymore. I went to the store and they sold me their last floor model for $100.00 off. I took your suggestion and moved the locks. Thats a good idea thanks it worked out well. No box is perfect but this one is one of the best for the price. I just could not swing the high end multi thousand dollar boxes.

[@chriscape3136]

not to mention having the power step built in is a huge bonus, and the power to storage is a nice feature because it works for whatever brand you prefer, although I don't think the battery rack will work other company's batteries

[@ddchannell1]

This is the best tool box review I have ever seen

[@RealToolReviews]

Donnie Channell Thanks!

[@ltalbert81]

Another really nice review, Daniel. Milwaukee is becoming my favorite brand these days.

[@RealToolReviews]

Lt. Albert Thanks! Good choice...they make a lot of great tools :)

[@millibarman]

Always thorough and intelligent. Thank you!

[@billythekid2281]

Brilliant idea with the locks!

[@doallthingswell]

Had mine for about 2 weeks... love it.

[@autoworker12345]

I have this for my auto tech job. I bought it last month. Senior techs have told me "you were smart! tool boxes doesn't make you the money. what's inside does!" So far its holding up very nicely even when the middle long drawer is filled with the "long auto tech tools" to the max. Box safely holds the weight without trouble. My only complaint the drawer tracks seem to dry up too quickly even after applying silicone that "self shutting" doesn't seem to shut on its own. I am very pleased with it. And I hope Milwaukee makes a tool cart in the future so I can have matching pair.

[@DrewLSsix]

My coworker has a version of this box and after several years his slides are smooth and still self shut. Don’t think he ever has lived them.

[@johndoe-ie1be]

i bought mine as a set , all came keyed the same ! if you purchase separately or not as a bundle, they keys may be different, as far as grease fittings on the Castors, i don't roll my tool boxes miles...only have a 40 x 60 garage...maybe only put a hundred feet a year on my tool chests...no odometer on mine :)... but awesome cabinet for the price !

[@crickethilldiesel]

Another great review, I think I found my next tool box .

[@RebelR15]

Yesss!!!! I saw this in home depot and i loved it! Thanks for the awesome review!

[@RealToolReviews]

DieselRiver Haha that is funny....I guess they are popping up all over the place :) Thanks!

[@xenoblack3]

Thanks for the informative review!

[@VTX1800MC]

Thank you for detailed viewing, Wish I can get hold of this soon in Scandinavia.

[@RealToolReviews]

VTX1800MC Thanks! I am not sure if this will be a worldwide item, but if it becomes popular I assume it will be.

[@NoahKuzel]

I have the smaller 30 inch, 12 drawer, 2 piece box and I love it. My top box, bottom box, and independent locking drawer all use the same key.

[@2Big2Sexy]

Love the built in power strip definitely buying that tool box !

[@carslover3509]

very great report and amazing tools box

[@RealToolReviews]

+amjad amj Thanks!

[@juanmata5292]

I have it and I love it thank God for Milwaukee 🙌🏽

[@alanparsons7105]

I just picked this up after watching this review and went to switch the locks like in this video but just a heads up, the newer versions of this box all three locks are different, and the casters have grease fittings.

[@VanThanhLe]

Great review buddy, i ordered this one!

[@craigmccormick3187]

I was consider buying a 52" Husky, but after watching your video I think a Milwaukee tool chest is the way to go.

[@scooter3554]

I checked this out in HD this weekend. The drawers are very nice. Do you have any pneumatic impact wrenches to test in the "power tool organizer." I could see myself using the top for cordless tools and the bottom drawer for my impacts that are much heavier.

[@clay1671]

awesome review

[@chriscape3136]

I have just the bottom, I've never really been into having the tops I would rather do side cabinets, but it is by far the best box for the money, it has less drawers than the harbor freight but these drawers hold weight better and hold more weight than they are rated for and they open and close much smoother.

[@paymaker11]

That lock hack is genius!

[@kentonkirkpatrick5225]

Great video! Would like to know if the power strip has USB ports? Saw this on a Husky box video -good idea...

[@FordTechMakuloco]

Awesome buddy!

[@RealToolReviews]

FordTechMakuloco Thanks dude! :) Did you get one yet?

[@charlespayne1909]

My favorite tool box and youtuber

[@tonyroma9305]

Will the power tool organizer fit up top and allow the lid to close?

[@bosterony]

Great in depth review on this tool chest.keep up the good work!!

[@FrankenDoctor]

Wow, just as I was about to pull the trigger on one of these, they have disappeared from Home Depot's web site.

[@wasclywabbit]

I've been eyeballing that box for a while. When I walked into Home Depot yesterday the price had dropped to $598 so I had to pull the trigger. That price probably indicates that a new version is coming out but that's ok, this is everything I need and more.

[@kinky6412]

Daniel exellent review like ever!!

[@RealToolReviews]

kinky6412 Thanks! :)

[@uneCENT]

Old product but still a great review. I am liking Husky's new 52" at the same price point, but this chest is still good and was a steal at its original price.

[@pawelek7]

Awesome review. Thanks!

[@RealToolReviews]

+lewap ikswoktur I am glad you liked it.....Thanks!

[@jesserodrigues3209]

Bought the exact same box all the keys work on all 3 locks wondering if they gave u a mismatched set lol but would not mind a different key for the single drawer great video tho and best tool box I ever bought love it

[@hammertimee777]

I bought the bottom portion of this tool chest because the SUV that I borrowed to buy this could barely hold the bottom portion. I never got the chance to buy the top portion and I am stuck with just the bottom portion. At my local home depots, the bottom portion is always out of stock and the top portion is always in stock. Anyone here only has the bottom one like me?

[@andrewewing145]

Do you have any pictures of both the bottom and upper chest filled with tools? I am skeptical on the depth of the drawers.

[@Mallrunner]

i just bought one a month ago from home depot that was pre assembled and all the locks use the same key. i dont know if i just got a fluke or not.

[@g.n.6471]

Did I miss where you said you were going to load the drawers with tools and try it?

[@tomsimbron609]

Miss your content. Please come back! :-(

[@tpx2023]

Is there a video showing how to change out the locks on this tool chest?

[@benwallace4581]

I think have two set of slide on the single draw what is the full length of the to chest would be a good improvement

[@deank321]

Great review, thanks! I've been trying to buy one of these for a couple weeks now. I had to wait until my new garage was finished and now I'm having trouble getting one. They are apparently only going to be available online now at HD, not in stores, and they move fast once in stock. HD also jacked the price up $100.

[@RealToolReviews]

dean kuczynski Thanks! I am sorry to hear that you are having trouble finding one.....I think the pricing seems to be an area-specific thing.....up here in the Northeast, they are still $698. I know that almost everywhere they sell as soon as they hit the floor, so HD removed them temporarily from their website......I assume the increased price is due to the demand being so high. As interest levels off, I would expect it to drop back down.

[@deank321]

+Real Tool Reviews Home Depot's web site now states that the item has been discontinued. An email to Milwaukee Tool got me this response: "Thank you for your email to Milwaukee Tool. The 46" Rolling Steel Storage Chest and Cabinet was an exclusive item only offered through the Home Depot’s. We do not have a listing of which locations that has them available. This was a limited offer however, with the high demand for this item, we may have stock coming soon. We do not have an estimated time of arrival. Please let us know if we can be of further assistance."

[@RealToolReviews]

+dean kuczynski I would assume Home Depot canceled it then.....Milwaukee would have zero incentive to discontinue a hot-selling item --- but HD was losing out on countless sales of their Husky brand boxes because anyone that saw these in-store would be buying the Milwaukee boxes instead. I have not seen one in a store for over a month....Hopefully they will be able to release another model in the near future, but if it is gone for good....thank Home Depot.

[@ericduplantier9691]

I want this tool box bad Great review

[@RealToolReviews]

Eric DuPlantier Thanks Eric!

[@mikel.1395]

I sure wish that was available last year when I needed to purchase a new top and bottom box. I ended up getting the 46" Kobalt and am very pleased with it, but primarily being a Milwaukee tool owner, that system would have been nice to have. Oh well, I guess I'll have to wait for a few years before considering a Milwaukee chest and cabinet. Great review.

[@RealToolReviews]

Mike L. Thanks Mike! Did you get the one with speakers built in?

[@mikel.1395]

No speakers on the model I bought. The system I bought is the stainless steel version with a power strip on lower cabinet only. Very heavy like the Milwaukee and nice smooth operating drawers. If only I had waited another year, then that Milwaukee would be sitting in my garage. Soooo jealous!!!!

[@ProwagenPer4mance]

+Real Tool Reviews where is the best place to purchase this tool box as I see the Home depot online is $700 now?

[@joaodedeus4688]

I am from BRASIL and I am in brasil, everithing Milwaukee makes it is a great quality verity of creativity looks like they know exactly what you need.

[@delacruztaylor]

I just picked up this at home depot for $598.00, couldn't believe it. I jumped on it. Cedar Rapids Iowa

[@RealToolReviews]

Nice! 👍

[@derrekandrews]

Could tell me if the lock 9bly locks one drawer or if all drawers become locked.. kind of a big deal to know before I buy. Gotta love fellow workers with sticky fingers lol

[@ITubeTooInc]

Can you please check if any of the other brands of batteries fits in the slide-in battery storage too? I can see you have several other brands of slide-in batteries like Bosch and DeWalt too, so it should be easy to check which brands fits in the slide-in battery storage. Of course you could always cut a bit off the side if some of the other brand of batteries are wider, but it would be nice if they could just slide in and fit.

[@Marts1499]

There is a grease zerk on them I just picked up this box today! The zerk is on the underside of the wheel

[@frederickmorgan9867]

Bought them together and all one key. Also just take out the rubber grommets and pull the power strip cord through. No need to take off drawer. Great box for my 700 price.

[@karpetech]

Own this box and love it

[@halfglassfull]

I am looking for a box I can unload by myself if I can't get help so using handtruck and ramps from my truck. Would pull out the drawers to reduce weight but want to know if I can easily remove top chest from bottom, is it possible?

[@RealToolReviews]

I unloaded this by myself out of the back of a Honda Pilot.....no drawers removed. However, the hardest part is setting the top of the box onto the bottom chest. You really do need two people for that. Also -- the top is literally held on with gravity + 2 very small L brackets on the rear corners....basically folded sheetmetal with 4 bolts each (Phillips screw heads).

[@AMetalWorks]

How do you think this stacks up against the Kobalt boxes at lowes? They are basically the same price and size.

[@RealToolReviews]

+Alvarez Metal Works Not really....the Kobalt this size is over twice the price.

[@yocrunch3]

would you recommend this box for every day use or maybe something a little sturdier?

[@RealToolReviews]

I would recommend the Husky version that is bigger, deeper, BLACK, and the same price.....no way this Milwaukee one is a better deal. www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-52-in-W-20-in-D-15-Drawer-Tool-Chest-and-Cabinet-Textured-Black-H52CH6TR9/206828259

[@derrekandrews]

Can someone tell me if all the drawers lock on the bottom chest please ?! Asap!

[@Havick33]

Great review as always. Is that a new shop if so you should do a tour. Also are you going to have coverage from Milwaukee's media event when is the date it takes place?

[@RealToolReviews]

Havick33 Thanks! Actually this is a new shop (woodshop) --- in addition to the regular garage. I am waiting on getting the rest of the stuff set up & installed....then I plan to do a shop tour/update video :) As far as the Milwaukee event, yep we are going.....I think we will be having a lot of real-time twitter updates with the new products as we see them, and will definitely have a good writeup with lots of pics on the website. The event is June 16th-17th.

[@SteveRobReviews]

Not available in Canada yet. Looks nice I do like to charging station idea but the small split drawers not so good, I like the Husky better.

[@RealToolReviews]

Steve Rob Yeah I absolutely prefer wider drawers.....split drawers are not that appealing when you have longer tools to deal with.

[@Vatech-gj2tw]

Do you still review Milwaukee tools? If so you should review the packout.

[@supercarthings8851]

With US General Gen2 boxes out, would you recommend their 44in or this? I do have M18 tools so could take advantage of some of the features in this box. Use is mainly automotive.

[@RealToolReviews]

Absolutely I would go with US General. You can add a top box, side cabinet, and storage locker.

[@supercarthings8851]

Hmm ok. Thanks for your reply. I appreciate the effort you put into your reviews.

[@andybub45]

This box actually looks really nice, some of their other ones aren’t as good. Only thing I’d like to see as a mechanic is a slightly deeper top drawer on the bottom cabinet with dual slides.

[@toddosterhout9866]

Just to let you know I’ve had mine for a few years and now the paint has flaked off on a big spot. I’m not trying to say I didn’t get something on it but first time I’ve seen it flake off that much

[@georges7518]

cool review nice job

[@RealToolReviews]

George S Thanks George!

[@VTX1800MC]

Hi, Is't difficult to remove, or to flip the power bars?

[@RealToolReviews]

VTX1800MC I just made a follow-up video to show how easy it is.....takes roughly 5 min --- kzbin.info/www/bejne/hmTCl2atgtmpe5Y

[@cdub9855]

Amazing video love the comparison about time someone compared harbor freight tools to the big brand names snap on tools are a joke don't know why anyone would buy them

[@Tonytonetone92]

I noticed that you got all of your stickers off without losing any paint, what was your suggested method for safely removing them?

[@RealToolReviews]

It is powered coated.....I just peeled up an edge and pulled them off. No issues at all.

[@bighunterman77]

any idea if this is made by the same folks making the dewalt boxes? i got a dewalt top box on top of my snappy 3 bay, and it's a good heavy duty box

[@RealToolReviews]

+bighunterman77 I highly doubt it....They have a similar design, but I cant imagine that either would agree to purchase them from the OEM if they were selling to the direct competition also.

[@TheMansGarage]

Is the bottom draw deep enough for a circular saw?

[@RealToolReviews]

James MacInnis Yes.....I have the Ridgid Gen5X circular saw in there currently.

[@javierhinojos9712]

is the top part of the box where is says Milwaukee magnetic?

[@nickcove7355]

javier hinojos no.