New CRAFTSMAN TradeStack Pro Tool System Tower WILL NOT SURVIVE THESE TESTS

[@Ridefastorgetpassed]

Happy to see Craftsman trying to make a solid comeback. Cant wait to see what the hand tools made in USA are like . I remember a time when Craftsman was a solid USA made non tool truck tool option .

[@NonieTools]

After watching this video I got myself a tradestack rolling box to attach my Tstak boxes to. So far it's a great setup and I'm getting the drawers next.

[@MrGwizyadig]

How's it holding up for ya?

[@julianabrajan2223]

Low key thats freaking cool.....at least you can see their effort in trying to keep the Craftsman name going by adapting to modern times

[@MrGwizyadig]

Just got the set with the large, medium boxes and the tote for just $99 at Lowe's. I'm super pumped about it.

[@Jaime-di1qk]

Awesome test Vince.....what better way of showing your viewers. Looks like a good stackable box set. Seeing is believing.

[@jasoncrawford2561]

I am surprised it held up as well as it did. Thanks for testing it for us.

[@gauldenj1]

As a young cat, I grew up in my grand dads auto shop hearing pneumatic tools turning and craftsman hand tools as the tool of choice. I’ll always have a special place in my heart for craftsman

[@andrewwithers530]

Been looking at versastack but after seeing this I might be going for the tradestack. Thanks Vince for the hard-core testing so we don't have to waste our dollars on junk.

[@trulyhappy8855]

Not gonna lie, I’m pretty impressed. Don’t generally expect the highest quality from the brand but I see a lot of value in this stack for that price point. Solid review @VCGConstruction, well done 👍

[@zzmalone6720]

I’m impressed with this. Looks like a good build. And at $149, I think you are getting a great value for the 3 pieces. Pretty cool how it integrates with the DeWalt offerings. You definitely did some solid testing. 🤣 Great video, well done! 👍🏻 Favorite storage system is the Milwaukee Packout.

[@raysstudio970]

Appreciate the effort for being one of the first review videos for trade stack.

[@ryanbonner4981]

I do like the ability to lock different brand cases to it.

[@TheRyu88akira]

Does it really count as different brands if they are all the same company?

[@ym9835]

@@TheRyu88akira hahah thats teh whole thing! One boss

[@tedmcdonald3377]

I also love the way the Ridgid and the packout's lock together😂🤣😂 same company

[@samperi2468]

Vince. Thx for the review. well done no animals were hurt during this review

[@VCGConstruction]

🤣🤣

[@johnclark6751]

I'm more impressed than I thought I would be. I love that it fits versastack and toughcases both. I keep a lot of bits, blades and small parts in the large and medium toughcases.

[@robertmills5858]

Defiantly impressed- I haven’t owned any craftsman’s tools for about 20 yrs now- that’s a lie. I still have a craftsman miter saw that’s at least 20 yrs old & still kickin.

[@MikeB9771]

As always you make a tool review interesting, seems everyone is stepping up their game.

[@nategrube352]

Found your video because I was thinking about buying one of those but wasn't sure how it would hold up, and was debating the 45 minute drive to Home Depot for DeWalt, Milwaukee or Rigid, but after seeing you guys put it through the torture test, and it's sale price, I'm definitely going to get it now. Awesome videos.

[@rollthers3157]

For the price that's a really good storage system! 🇺🇸

[@ecoRfan]

I think of some Craftsman as DeWalt Jr. since they are sibling companies nowadays.

[@kingofthecrease30]

this is why VCG is the real deal...what other you tube tool channel will spend $150 on boxes....put a $100 tool inside and run it over with a truck or drop it off a roof...nobody...especially if they paid for it....great job VCG and thanks for keeping it real 👍

[@VCGConstruction]

Thanks Cuz, we appreciate it! 👍🏻

[@amoscardoza5253]

TRZ would buy it and throw it off his roof, if he was able to climb his ladder without falling off it!

[@kingofthecrease30]

@@amoscardoza5253 who is TRZ ? 🤔 😅

[@konamanstudio2447]

👍🏻🍻🍺🤙🏼

[@amoscardoza5253]

@@kingofthecrease30 he's just some hack on YT who got his sleeves torn off because he hit the wrong button on his new cub cadet lawn tractor

[@christopherpassmann6949]

I was REALLY impressed by the craftsman stack out . You truly gave it a kicking and it kept on ticking (so to say, no copywrite or trademark infringement).

[@nerdymra8252]

6:04....Making it rain, Vince! Pretty cool little setup from Craftsman 🤓👍

[@robertmeans5523]

I have the versastack and I looked at the new prostack earlier today at my local lowes and after watching your video 📹 I wish I would have bought them.

[@LLAMA-LLAMA]

Wow! I don’t think I’ve ever seen you uptalk anything but Dewalt. You’re progressing and almost ready for Milwaukee. How’s it going pal?

[@nerdymra8252]

@@LLAMA-LLAMA 🤣. Moment of weakness I guess! Things are well my friend, looking forward to the long weekend. Hope you are well 🤓👍

[@shouldipeeonmycampsite6915]

Just purchased mine from Lowe's for a current sales price of 129.00. Seems like it'll do the job for me as I don't plan on putting in through the neat tests I just witnessed. Thanks for the video.

[@recyclespinning9839]

Just bought a set and added the drawer unit. You can access all tools just about with: roller box, drawers in the middle , and the tool box on top . It fits my Makita charger in the drawers, open drawer, bam instant charging station 👍. The drawers work well and not too heavy like the other brands that are too bulky. Hoping they hold up to in and out of jobs ....

[@ogatkinson6274]

Im impressed, dont think I would ever need that much toughness, but a good demo. I have versa stack bit cases am glad it includes adapter with set.

[@mariacarneglia8483]

Another good one! Keep up the great job!👍🧰😍

[@godzillapgo6647]

They look good and strong but to me Ridgid and Milwaukee still doing the best Tool Boxes out there

[@dservati11]

Yeah but a twice to 2.5 times the price.

[@lukenance1088]

@@dservati11 yeah Milwaukee is expensive but rigid is 146 for the 3 stack. They have a sale on individual boxes that puts the 3 stack at 120

[@coyote8284]

Always been a craftsman guy. Took a break for obvious reasons, rough patch. But within last 5 years they are on a good run. I have a trade stack it is awesome

[@DewaltFanboy]

The spring is right behind you at @9:06 :D

[@jeffmorefield]

Just snagged one today. I'm liking it so far. Way bigger than the Hart stacking boxes.

[@reddbeard2030]

Thanks Vince! Getterdone!

[@coreycantrell1627]

That’s cool as hell. I’m surprised but very impressed.

[@Aepek]

10:06 Vince sure does have some fancy footwork and moves 👍🏻👍🏻

[@brentfowler2317]

Packout. But I'm not in the trades. I just do side work. And use the Packout. Awesome video.

[@mjc8761]

Great tests thx for showing us how durable they are!

[@Joeswoodworking21]

I’m surprised on how well it held up when you ran it over. I have the versa stack system and I like it so far.

[@jonspitzley2801]

Thx vince great review they look like good box's ...✌️👍👊

[@Luigiz28]

I own the regular Versastack rolling tool boxes and it's been great. If this goes on sale during this holiday season, I'll totally pick up the Tradestak. Great video!

[@hoonnatedawg6991]

Kinda want to buy this, I'm a die hard Milwaukee guy but, with this no one will want to steal my tools!! 🤣😝🤣🤣🤣

[@ForFucksSake57591]

👏👏🤣🤣 exactlyyyyyy

[@Strictly4Defense]

Youre right but at least one guy thought it was smart to buy this. For the price.. It's a steal! For some holding back on buying this it's because the trolley handles still made of plastic

[@teenagefarmer]

Wow nice case thanks for another great video

[@ecoRfan]

And you used a US-made Craftsman tape measure to go with it. Nice touch there. The interchangeability with (sister company) DeWalt is also a nice feature.

[@richardperry3020]

I think hazard lighting for working at night on high ways or rail would be good to see .Also motorised drive system at the wheels and a three wheel stair climbing system luxury I know but I like too be feeling fresh and safe when working in hazardous situations. Great review and that's my go to srack system 👍

[@bradsmith403]

Just purchased the Milwaukee set and am very happy so far , would have considered other brands but the local big box didn’t have much of a selection. One thing I will say is that organizer trays should not have a hole below the handle, otherwise all those small items in said tray seem to find their way to the bottom of the box, and Milwaukee thought of that

[@johnp.morgan8249]

Looks to be pretty good quality. Decent price point as well. Great video as always.

[@smartthinkerg8129]

Like it better than my dewalt and it's less expensive to . Purchased mine early black Friday for $100 all 3 stacks DAM can't beat that.

[@jmackinjersey1]

Decent box for a decent price point. If I were on a limited budget, or buying this for a new guy on the crew, this would be a go to.

[@panda51829able]

Glad I invested in pack out. Love it

[@BlackenedEclipse]

You guys make the best tool review vidz @VCG 💪🏼

[@VCGConstruction]

Thanks, we appreciate that Laurian!

[@SweeturKraut]

I might catch some flak on this one, but I like the Makita Mak Pak system. They definitely are not meant for slamming around and tossing around. But it lets each tool have a designated box that can also hold accessories and a battery or two.

[@scottmorris4914]

In the airline industry, they say the purpose of the case is to protect its contents, hence you can’t put a claim in for the damage of a suitcase only. In this case, the case did pretty good protecting it contents.

[@VCGConstruction]

Makes sense Scott! 👍🏻

[@travelinman482]

@@VCGConstruction The water seems a bit odd. Because who the hell is going to leave their tool boxes in back truck to get rained on? For thieves to see and steal them? It did hurt my soul a bit watching you drive over the top box. Lol

[@divery4eyes]

i have 3 sets of the hypertough stacking plastic divider thingy boxes. lock them all together and i am happy. not to bad at 10 for two

[@trainer2018]

Why can't Dewalt make adapters for tstak and toughcase so it will fit on Toughsystem boxes? If they did this everyone would definitely buy more tools,lol. Kind of odd Stanley decided to make such a versatile system for craftsman. Now I gotta go but one! Dam! Lol.

[@loucifer323]

They just might, don't be surprised if Dewalt takes on this style of box too, I couldn't believe how easy it is to stack and unstack these boxes by far better than any system out and has the ability to be the versatile out there

[@Guardducks]

I like the inner boxes that have covers, i own the ridgid system but if i don't i would buy this system and put some of my craftsman tools in it. .

[@danrussell3439]

Great video..great review

[@johnjames5842]

I almost bought it, but the tray that makes versa stack compatibil comes off really easy, and i have a big craftsman mechanic toolset with drawers and that was why i wanted it, so i went with the versastack , got it for $50 off and i got the extra 2 drawer versastack box , for $120 at Lowe's

[@madmaxsmp]

I've got the versastack and love it. Price wise it bear everyone else bye alot. Have not had one fail me yet..

[@thefitzgeraldranch5986]

Love my tradestack so far. Also have some Versa stack boxes like them also.

[@danukepaintball]

I have the Ridgid toolboxes. I personally like them they do what I need.

[@verdejt]

I just picked one up this weekend.

[@Aepek]

Like your »Tool Box Tests« & appreciate taking the time to shoot a vid like this; as does take time. Also believe accurately represents the real world “things” that do happen on a jobsite, going to a jobsite, or even at your own house etc…. For me, don’t care what brand of tool box it is; if I’ve got tools in the box (& some tools can easily be a few thousand dollars) and something weird & wild happens; I’d rather have my tool box destroyed in process, just as long as it protected all the tools in the box; cuz paying the price of new toolbox is way cheaper then repairing/replacing certain tools, imo. That said, if something weird & wild does happen….when your finished crying; let’s hope it makes for a “good funny” story over drinks😅 Cheers Vince & VCG Fam✌🏻

[@phantomviewer]

Looks like they are built with great quality. The likely hood of it getting runned over and then dropped off a building is low. Great value.

[@xshadowxsoldierx]

I bought this a few days ago when it first got to my Lowe's. I'm not liking the adapter. It doesn't fit in the clips very well, it's very difficult to get the large DeWalt bit case to latch on, and just pops off the top of the tradestack with minimal effort. Maybe I got a dud, but not a fan of the adapter. Enjoying the more space compared to my Versastack. Hope they make more boxes soon.

[@thejaredshow2881]

....”and If you like having no further damage done then smash the like button.” 😂 I enjoy the vids u make. I saw u had a union shirt on in 1 of them. 💪🏽

[@TheRyu88akira]

The adapter is the best part then I'd say price. This thing seems another better than some others. It will be cool if they continue to build on to it

[@stephenleepmg113]

Cool video Thanks Vince

[@VCGConstruction]

Thanks Stephen we appreciate it!👍🏻

[@indypyrotechnics7750]

Dewalt tough system 2.0 has been great..(for me)..great content as always

[@bryanmcfarland967]

Hi Guys!!! Awesome tests Vince! The Craftsman boxes held up well! Hey Vince, I remember you doing similar testing with DeWalt and Milwaukee Small Parts Organizers, but not the ToughSystem or Packout regular toolboxes. Any chance you can test those to make a good comparison to these Craftsman boxes? Thanks Again!

[@VCGConstruction]

Sounds like a good idea! 👍🏻

[@PDillz]

They have a brand new deal that has a long handle tool tote/bag for the tip box for only $99. I was going to grab the husky build out set but theres no deal happening on that right now.

[@melsmobileservices]

I'm heavily invested in Packout......super happy with it.......great test though....VCG for life!

[@davidcarrico3385]

Really like the trade stack. The one thing I wish they had were points or slots for tie downs on each piece. Other than the handle, there isn’t much to grab onto/through when securing.

[@DMNKLR_official]

If they go on BF sale this year, I may pick 1+ up, but for now I really do love my Toughsystem 2.0 set, which I got last fall, thanks to this channel. If I do get it, though, they're REALLY gonna have to be an incredible deal, cuz I'm looking at more TS2.0 and possibly some Packout as well.

[@aaronnokaoi]

I got one of these, it's pretty nice

[@ryanstarcher5616]

The spring for it appears to be right behind you at 9:06 lol

[@sc400gilliland]

I have the versastack because it's affordable but now I want this

[@duncdunc76]

Another great trustworthy review of the tools and accessories needed to help make work life a bit easier and hopefully a bit more profitable when buying VCG certified quality products👍👍👍 I like the latching mech on this craftsman version better then the Dewalt tough system 2.0, but wonder if its as durable long term.

[@ziggymatthews6156]

You can see the spring that came out in background on the left at 9:07

[@repairvehicle]

I am impressed that you have tundra

[@BlurtQuist1964]

Brutal tests but I’m with you they seemed to pass with acceptable levels of damage. Will these be available in the UK? Great channel VCG by the way. 👍👍👍

[@STATION26ADDISON]

Vince when you were climbing that ladder and got up on the roof did u look around and F.L.E.X your mussels .....hahahahahaha love you guys !!!!!!!!....dude i love all my flex tools ....so let me tell u this ....BEAST MODE

[@VCGConstruction]

🤣🤣👍🏻

[@mattnixon7728]

Great videos. How about doing one on rolling tool boxes used on stairs. Heard they don’t work. I’ve tried the versa stack system. Major fail!

[@carlmccoy2535]

What would be the best way to make a togo/truck tool bag when you have loose sockets and things of that nature? This would be in a trail bag in my Jeep when I do off road events

[@kevinanderson6620]

I wish this would come to the UK

[@alboogiedatekguy8217]

Picked one up cause I’m a tool nut, the way they connect is awesome, question is will it last? Easier than Milwaukee.

[@PowerToolsForBeginners]

most impresive!

[@limestar9751]

If gun shy about Milwaukee pricing this seems like a great option. I mean even harts hard case stack would work if modularity options don’t matter to you.

[@502deth]

good to see they are wooder proof

[@Keith_Mikell]

I would enjoy seeing you test the Hart version.

[@herb7026]

“The latches did come loose I don’t know why “😂

[@Borescoped]

Missed the chance for a Flashdance montage by having Nick sit on the stack at 6:12 😂

[@MobileBicycleRepair505]

For the price it is really good quality.

[@Borescoped]

Not too shabby, looks like another Keter built storage set. Only other thing I’d say is take it out on job sites for a while for some long term durability testing. I’m curious if the stacked pieces will stay locked together very well with accidental bumps and slams, as there didn’t seem to be many connection points between the boxes.

[@ckcuev]

Actually these are made in the USA

[@BlakePowers1776]

Impressed

[@tensazero]

Tstak to ToughSystem adapter needed. Tstak2.0 needs to become available for US market.

[@obonogo]

Pretty cool maybe once my rigid boxes kick the bucket I’ll switch to craftsmen or Milwaukee

[@recyclespinning9839]

Update, returned mine . Do the up and down stairs test on the rolling bottom box 😮

[@alexkazarossian5599]

impressive for the price, do they sell the stacks separately or you can only get those 3 as a set?

[@mathewa.c.d.e2580]

Yess changing it up, i think I will get the trade stack cause I'm a hard-core craftsman guy

[@russellsickler5961]

We had 4 pro stacks for 1 hour, as we had 4 versa stacks before, and was looking forward to that. That adapter plate was awful, wouldn’t hold and I realized we could have bought 2 packout stacks with extras. Turned around, returned the pro stacks and bought packout. That was a great decision. The pro stacks look great, feels fairly decent, however packout felt unbeatable.

[@richardsanchez9435]

Other than the cord wrap on the handle, I wish that you would have tested that more like pulling back on it and maybe twisting it. Amazons complaints seem to focus in on the handle as been the stacks nemesis and reason for returns/refunds. Can you or anybody comment specific to the handle holding up through your testing process or actual work place use? Is it all plastic or metal mix? Does it collapse and extend? That is the main support system for the entire stack, if the handle fails the whole system fails. Any comments?

[@VishousKat]

I think the missing spring is literally on the ground in the background! you can see where it flies back in the slow motion shot.

[@nerdhomestead]

I always use stacks as a ladder, I wish that this would be done during reviews