Harbor Freight's Bauer Modular Toolbox (First Look!)

[@bobbylight5114]

After just 1 month of use in construction. It was great. Untill the locking/unlocking tabs got dirty and filled with dust. It was impossibe to unlock and tear down the boxes. My fix was a small amount of lubricant. The main boxs besides the milkcrate are all gasket seald so they definitely survive in the back of a truck in the rain 👍

[@wingspizza6364]

Looks like a nice solution for many people. Always nice to see a father and son working together as well!!

[@wkkinc2000]

I live in Vegas! I’m an apprentice plumber out here and honestly I goto your reviews of harbor freight products all the time! I’m a true believer in Bauer power so this is great! One of the plumbers I work with has the full Milwaukee pack out and the only upside comparatively speaking is that blue tooth speaker he has. Other than that not much difference in effectiveness. I appreciate all the reviews! Great channel!

[@moniquemeyers6469]

Thank you so much for your insightful videos on rolling tool storage systems. I just purchased two Rigid systems for my 24 yo son to store & transport his mobile DJ accessories (extension cords, surge protectors, computer cables, etc.) He is hard on his stuff so I wanted something tough and waterproof for him to lug accessories across rough terrains (fields, snow, gravel parking lots, stairs). He has been using backpacks and duffel bags which requires him to make multiple trips between his car and the venue to set up and take down his equipment. I'm hoping the RIGID rolling system will make his life easier and also help him keep his accessories organized (and also keep them out of sight when they are being stored in our garage.) Now I'm looking at the Husky system for the family mechanical & woodworking tools that we store in our garage. We will be moving the system around the garage, depending on the project. I don't see us transporting our tools outside our property, so I don't need the toughest system. But I do want a variety of boxes, like drawers & cantilever options. So for those reasons, I have ruled out the HF system. Thanks again for all the good information you share in your videos.

[@elfpimp1]

Our biggest problems with this system is keeping them in stock... And yes, the clips do work themselves out. Too soon to know if they wear themselves down too far..

[@workingcountry1776]

My bauer didn't hold up well. Pretty disappointed in side latches. They get stuck with dust. The steel latches fall right off all the time as there isn't anything holding them on. My Craftsman TradeStack is much more of a pleasure to use every day.

[@cadizwilmo9687]

Thanks for your video. I just bought his, I like it so far. Seems pretty sturdy and great value.

[@michealrobinson]

Personally I think it's a great starter solution. Looks like a pretty robust system. I'm sure they'll add options to it later. Everyone and their brother is all about the Milwaukee pack out, I think that system is outrageously priced! Have to give up an arm and your first born child to get it.

[@wiredperformance6130]

How do you use the Bauer? Occasionally or everyday? These are smaller than Milwaukee. I’ve had my Milwaukee for a couple years now. I use it everyday and have found the 2 and 3 drawer to be my favorite. It’s expensive but that just keeps the wannabes buying cheap stuff.

[@mzondi1970]

Yeah the Milwaukee is a tad expensive when you're just a d IY kind of guy. They're all made of the same type of plastic Milwaukee just has metal parts instead of plastic. I'm sure this set up would suit most of us just fine

[@ScoutzMcGyver]

I use Rigid and Husky for different types of stuff and i love them both for what they do. I move around with the Rigid boxes more frequently and I've never had a problem. I use my Husky for electronics and irritation tools and the cantilever box is by far my most used in that system.

[@davethepius]

I do like the Rigid, just wish they'd commit to more pieces. If they had a decent drawer system, I definitely would have gone that route.

[@jamesnm21]

@@davethepius they have drawers now for the 2.0 system. They discontinued their half size organizers because the lids kept cracking. No idea if they're working on a fix. Hand cart unhooks from the boxes so you put your drawers on the bottom. I contacted them to request a few item's like fabric totes and half boxes. The good news is you can mod other boxes fairly easily to work with Ridgid's super simple latch system. It would be nice though if someone could make an adapter plate for simply bolting to whatever you want. I may buy Milwaukee's compact organizers and make a diy adapter for now. Hopefully Ridgid will get with the program but not holding my breath.

[@josephcirelli9642]

Great review & yes a 4K road trip is a good test for vibration. I have Dewalt’s T stack 1.0 for a few years now. And I still love it! Goes in & out of my truck easily enough and nothing has broken…yet lol. This might be an option for those just starting out in the trades. Instead of paying $300 for a pack out system, money saved for tools that let you make money. IMO Congratulations on the RV! Camping is a great way to see many places & make a lot of memories…enjoy!

[@jacksmith2315]

300 for pack out. Youd be lucky. Maybe get the smaller box w wheels, the smaller mid box, and MAYBE the organizer if you got them all on sale. They just went up in price again. I wanted to get the dolly wheels w a couple boxes and the work top. After seeing the prices said nvm way too expensive. Ended up going w the ridgid longer bottom box and the mid box. Less than 100. Sometimes you can get the smaller bottom box, mid box, and organizer as a set for 129.

[@ronaldkirby9342]

I got a Tactix system from Sam's this past christmas and the stacking parts look the same and will work with each other.

[@jameszywicki5814]

Just bought the main wheeled box and the basket today. Hoping to purpose this as an economical camping chuck box setup.

[@MXvsATV144]

For those wondering, these tool boxes are the exact same as the Masterforce stacking boxes sold at Menards. Just color differences… same thing as we all know with most Craftsman and Stanley boxes being exactly the same but stores charge more for the Craftsman boxes.

[@jessihawkins9116]

this will work with craftsman? 🤔

[@Aw93738]

They’re also the exact same as the Tactix stacking boxes sold at the container store , except the container store offers a version with drawers.

[@KeatenPatterson]

@@Aw93738Have a link to the one with drawers??

[@ChattanoogaDan]

I used to do a carpentry work and ironwork when I got out of high school for a few years. I got into sales but I recently took a weekend gig installing melamine closet organization systems and picked this storage system up to keep my work tools all together and stored at home so they are easy to load up when I need them. I have a lot of nicer high end tools at home but for my work tools it's all Ryobi power tools and a lot of HF clamps, bits, hammers, mallet, screwdrivers, pliers, pry bars and some other things. I definitely have some name brand tools thrown in like my Warner painters tool, Diablo saw blades, empire levels and squares etc but so far nothing I've purchased from HF in the last year has let me down. I did however only buy Doyle plyers, Bremen clamps and vice grips, Bauer and Hercules bits etc so I'm getting the best HF has to offer but it's a really good value. I don't really use socket sets at work but the socket set I have is TEKTON. Pretty much all of my automotive tools are TEKTON and they are the best value I've found.

[@markmurto]

Truly, of all the ones I like the Craftsman TradeStack. They have a Tote that works like a crate, and the huge Tool Bag that beats any bag on the market, even Husky, hands down. Still waiting on their organizer box but its got a T-Stack adapter for that. People say the plastic latches are a deal breaker, but actually they work quite well.

[@TrippyMushrooms]

Guess yo in don't go up stairs much or throw them in the back of a truck. Whatever they got going on on the back of them it gets stuck on stairs. And the latches pop off. And the pull handle broke the firs time it fell over. Packout all the way.

[@markmurto]

@@TrippyMushrooms I'd likev PackOut too, its tough, but the wheels do fall off a lot. VCG ran over TradeStack with a truck, it survived. I seen latches pop off, but they never bend or break, and go right back on perfectly. Gotta think though. PackOut is just too expensive!. Look, its a plastic box. I worked 40 years without plastic stacking boxes, out of tool bags and buckets. Love the boxes. But.... a nice table saw, or a box? A M-12 PEX Tool or a box? A Money Maker or a box? Thats how much PackOut prices makes you think. After all, with plywood and wheels you can make a pretty decent system with the tools you bought instead of the PackOut.

[@jamesnm21]

Craftsman has a lot of great options. Looked at them but went with Ridgid 2.0.

[@markmurto]

@@jamesnm21 Yes after two years out, Tradestack has reached its end of development. Rigid is a good choice, as are many others.

[@markmurto]

Well, Tradestack design fell short. I bought two stacks. Like the drawers, but at $100, where's the benefit. Rigid, Dewalt, Husky, ToughSystem, etc., all are more versatile now. Still like my Trade Stacks, but going to get a system that can grow for the next set.

[@keithbrookshire]

I'm $1,200 - $1,500 into the Packout system and I love them. Having seen the Bauer System in the store I can imagine I would be just as happy with them. Especially if Harbor Freight comes out with drawers. I do prefer the center lock release on the Milwaukee over the metal clasps though.

[@andrewrodriguez8492]

Holyshit I had no idea the Packout system was that expensive

[@chingonbass]

@@andrewrodriguez8492 same, bauer it is! haha

[@andrewrodriguez8492]

@@chingonbass exactly, im slowly buying the Bauer storage system as needed

[@jamesnm21]

The bauer isn't as tough as Milwaukee. The plastic is more prone to cracking from the feel of it. Milwaukee has a lot more options as well. I went witg Ridgid 2.0 system and it's proven tough and great value. They have drawers hitting the market just now. Might be a few months before everyone has them available. Oh, and the hand cart unhooks from the box so you can put the drawers on the bottom. 👌

[@lcole7501]

Looks like a good system for the DIYer.

[@joselozano0528]

Wait I don't see a way to lock the base tote, however for most people I'm sure it's not a deal breaker. I'm personally in the tstake/ versa stake system myself & been happy with it so far.

[@merritts3515]

I use this for all my camping gear! Totally weather proof

[@345ScoutII]

Because you dropped a video 10 minutes before your live stream just that mean we don't get a live stream tonight? So many of us were looking forward to it 🍻😎

[@tattoochef]

Nice review. I'm eyeing this system for range and camping gear. Think I might pull the trigger and buy them

[@johnknezevic6810]

Just purchased for home use,very nice works great

[@theinfernalcraftsman]

Good looking boxes but like you for a mobile tool tower that I would use on a job site I would really miss drawers. There isn't room to spread those boxes around on site and bending over to the ground to go through them is not an option. Now would I buy the kit, no. Would I buy individual boxes when on sale at a good price, yes. I will buy anyone's at a good price as I don't need them to stack just to store stuff and lug around. If I were HF I would offer a combo deal of a starter set and a couple bauer/herc tools at a discount. Great for the homeowner to pick up a box and tools in one package price at an occasional sale.

[@cjg7346]

When is the Hercules modular storage system coming out? Any insight info?

[@dennisoneill2758]

I currently have the Husky storage system and it works well for what I need it for. If HF puts this on sale, maybe I'll get it.

[@toolhead147]

Great review! Looks decent, if someone want to save money using coupons on a Modular Storage system. As for the best value maybe ridgid is the way to go for a pro.

[@markmurto]

Ridgid is nice but the single post cart is not great. TradeStack really beats Ridgid in size and durability. I really find Milwaukee to be expensive and small.

[@georgevlasic2976]

Small? Lol

[@trebest52]

@@markmurto not small but very expensive i sold every piece and went with Toughbuilt system and saved money lol

[@jacksmith2315]

I like the ridgid system. I have the longer one of the 2 with the wheels and the next size up stacked on it. Pretty nice system. Can fit recip saw no prob wo having to play tetras to make it fit at some awkward angle. My brother got 3 complete set ups w the first/smaller bottom box. He loves it. Saves a ton of space in his van for hvac.

[@markmurto]

@@georgevlasic2976 The iinternal size of the Mke system proved to be smaller than Dwt, Rgd, and TrdStk. It is premium, but can't really hold inside as much because of the side handle design and wheel wells. See KZbin reviews comparing the sets..... thats if YT did not ban the videos for being too truthfull !!!!

[@mavrik9475]

not sure if you bought your set used or what but that medium box (second to last in your vid) comes with 2 modular tool wall type dividers that hold can hold 11 screwdrivers and the flip side has 3 large-ish squares for whatever

[@swamplight79]

How is it for being waterproof?

[@als8518]

there are dividers for the unit at 6:30 but there are only two actual slots, which made no sense to me as there are plenty of other single ridges they could have made slots.

[@datsun4x]

I'm gonna pass on those. I have the versastack/ tstak system so that i can roll them around and still access the lower boxes with drawers. I've thought about looking at the Hart system also since they also have drawers and slide out containers, and are a little bigger than the versastack/ tstack boxes

[@adriannurse1502]

I have never used a stacking system, but I have considered trying one.

[@LeonardGarden]

Hidee ho bears and cubs! I have the T-Stack and find it robust. I wouldn't hesitate to buy a 2nd one. It marries nicely with the Dewalt clear-top parts cases too if you stack them upside down on the 'tough' system adapter. Can't think of much the *Milwaukee Packout* system does that my *T-Stack/ Dewalt* marriage won't except that Packout has a dolly option. Thanks for the great content and shine on !!!

[@jewittm]

Tstak has a dolly fyi, it’s a little hard to find but it’s out there.

[@richardhutman8515]

I have been using the Versa Stak & TStak boxes.

[@deanfirnatine7814]

I have the Ridgid system and when I needed extra room I went and got the Hart system when it was on discount, if I had not already got the Hart system I would go pick this Bauer system up, I still may if I run out of storage room again.

[@ChaimCohen]

This looks identical to the wheeled kobalt roller that comes with the 5 xtr tools. I wanted to know if the other boxes would fit.

[@shinymud7]

I got a pair of those scissors and they’re awesome cutting thick leather

[@guyfawkesuThe1]

This is the same system as sold in Menard's stores under the "Masterforce" brand.

[@K03sport]

is it the same price? or cheaper?

[@shelllythomforde2288]

I bought the same thing today. I’ll be using mine to haul my ego batteries and battery chargers to the camper and back. Of course a bunch of tools. 👍

[@memptn01]

Would you rather the latches stick or open without you wanting them to?

[@nayy31]

I saw your video and purchased these. The base rolling box I got deforms quite a bit in width, causing the side latches to not hold. I can latch them up and tap the box with one hand, one of the latches would pop right open (now doesn't even shut properly). Hope yours are holding up ok.

[@davidwalle5025]

Do not have a stacking system yet. Bauer looks good. Wheels look a little big small for going over dirt or rough surfaces. Shine on.

[@dannyg.781]

Great review! I have the Husky tool storage from HD

[@greggummere7449]

Looks like the Kobalt (Lowes) and Flex system, based on the metal buckles and the latches that interconnect the boxes

[@virgiljohnson4260]

how does this compare to the Husky buildout system? the prices seem identical

[@professormoriarty703]

Have you explored the lids. Some of the lid in other tool storage solutions have room to store items like digital levels and stud finders. Do they have bands or tabs or other mechanisms that would enable that kind of small item storage in the lid?

[@outoftheforest7652]

I want the bottom one just for my Serger (sewing). Can't find a decent case for those in Sewing stuff.

[@n0madEJ8]

i would add some pressure relief valves like their apache cases or even a small gas can vent to solve the pressure difference problem

[@edwardoavila7666]

This is a solid toolbox

[@Sylvan_dB]

Re opening at lower altitude... Have you see the air admittance valve on Pelican cases? Nice, because it lets air move in but not water. The poor man's solution is a 1/16in (probaby even 1/32 would be fine) drill bit and drill a hole in a sheltered spot up under the edge. Don't drill iti in the lid or where it will sit in water and preferably not where drips will run over it. Seems like a decent storage set.

[@mopower01]

I think he just inadvertently came up with a new testing standard 😁

[@derektorres6260]

I got into the husky connect system. It’s ok, but if I change I’m going with the pack out system

[@BenotDeceivedKJV]

Do you have to buy all of these separate?

[@bigjoeflashy]

Have worked great with my handy man business. I load up my tool belt with different tools from different boxes for each job of the back of my truck and feel like a broke John Wick the whole time

[@neilouellette3004]

On sale now w/online coupon for $59.99. Expires 8/7/22. Going to buy as I'm getting ready for "Snowbird RV Retirement" in 18 months and have a lot of tools. Time to clean & thin out my mechanics tool cabinet in my garage. Makes it a lot easier when doing Summers in Maine & Winters in Florida.

[@tylerwooldridge7933]

Just recently bout some of the packout system, looked at this brand as well as a few others ( dewalt, rigid, etc.) the bottom box not being hinges kept me away from this and rigid and i found dewalts locking systems to seem cheap. If one locking mech breaks it’s done for where Milwaukee slides into each other. As far as everything else it’s all comparable but it is nice that people make the packout feet you can buy online for cheap and maker other brand boxes attach to the packout

[@jonnyl2001]

Not bad. Bought the Ridgid stack around Xmas bc it was on sale and returned it 2x bc of the wheels. First one was broken on arrival. The 2nd ones broke as soon as it was under load (maybe 30lbs total). Idk wth happened. Everyone with Ridgid said they were good. Maybe QC isnt what it once was?? Switched to the Toughsystem 2.0 and their modules are hard to find. Also, TS2.0 insert trays kinda suck. (The yellow ones purchased seperatley)

[@FrugalShave]

Camping is a very good use case for these stackable cases.

[@snake_eyes_garage]

Cheap metal latches drive me crazy. I like the Bauer pelican cases. Give me a locking or modular version of those. I just feel like these could have been much better.

[@sau1itud366]

I wish they would have worked in some dividers in the milk crate box, that would be great to have for towels and rags when using these for an auto detailing setup.

[@davethepius]

I had been looking at modular tool storage for a while. When talking budget, I'd go Rigid all day long over the cheaper options from Walmart, HD, or HF. Not a fan of the plastic tab style locking, even Tough System 2.0 seems dicey. I have a T-Stac style box from Craftsman that is nice on its own but wouldn't stack it. I went with Packout because of the drawer system and solid locking. Milwaukee is definitely pricey compared to other tool storage options, but compared to road cases marketed to my needs, it's considerably cheaper. I use it for tools, as well as live stage applications. The cases and storage I see used professionally doesn't protect any better, but commands a heafty price.

[@PhillipDavis830]

If they get a drawer system I would think about this as a storage solution.

[@daltonjazz]

By any chance, do you know the interior dimensions of the main roller box and the large modular toolbox?

[@guyfawkesuThe1]

The second to the last has two dividers that come with it.

[@petepoling5199]

Great review! Thanks

[@donaldhollums3278]

I added up the prices of all the separate pieces on the Website for the HF in my area; total cost is $195.00. What do you reckon for that prices compared to the system you currently have?

[@jacksmith2315]

For that price i wouldnt. Ridgid is cheaper and ive never heard or seen a complaint about them. 129 for ridgid. Maybe its jus a sale price but i see it all the time all 3 as a package for 129.

[@jacksmith2315]

I ended up getting the longer bottom box from ridgid w the mid box for less than 100. Could get 2 of each n still less than HF. No thanks. I was actually going to look at it until i came across ur comment n see how expensive it is.

[@tigercat8905]

195 is for all 5 boxes. About 140 for the 3 boxes. Ridgid is 150 for the 3 boxes. So really just 10$ difference. I think Ridgid is built better though. The side latches are stronger. But they can be aggravating sometimes to undo.

[@guyfawkesuThe1]

Designed by Keiter??

[@davidgriffith6627]

You almost gave me the information I want. Is this made by Keter or is the country of origin China? 🙏

[@diegofernandez6116]

The bottom box is identical to the one that comes with the Kobalt XTR set. Too bad they didn't expand on it. Guess HF beat them to it and they didn't want to seem like a replica.

[@casualcarpenter]

any chance you’re going to try the new Bauer 20v shop vac?

[@ziggystardust9551]

I've been trying to get this for months. they never restock the stores in my area. I have a rain check and it's worthless without being able to get the item.

[@robertsneed3]

Not bad for Harbor freight, I wonder how far are they going to expand it like some of the other brands. Thanks for sharing. #PEACE✌🏾

[@ThePigsmarch]

I hope they do expand. Custom pieces that fit inside or just different cases.

[@Inferno5150]

A stack system with a laundry basket on top? SOLD!

[@thethriftylady]

I'm needing something to hold my desk top computer. would it hold a 14 1/4 tall by 16 1/2 long by 7 wide computer.? i babysit for a traveling nurse 72 hrs at a time. so i need to take my computer with me.

[@annvanthielen1519]

How tall can the handle that is attached to the wheels get? I'm trying to determine how many boxes I can stack, what the maximum height is for stacking. Thanks

[@denoftools]

I don't know the exact inches but it came up to just under the top crate in the video.

[@Turtle574]

Great video and did he hurt his finger from take one and slammed it in a case lmao 😂

[@rickwashek478]

I have pack out and also Ridgid rolling storage. Haven't seen this at H/F although haven't looked for it. Looks like it has pretty small wheels

[@coytus94]

I just bought a couple boxes of this system yesterday. For the money it's really not that bad, though I do agree the wheels are kinda tiny so it makes it a little more difficult trying to roll up steps, especially if the thing is loaded and weighs a ton. For the money though I really can't complain. It's not a bad system for what it is. I paid about $90 for the bottom roller and the smaller box, whereas I wanna say the Milwaukee Packout is like $140 just for the roller case alone. I will say though that I do love the quality of the Packout system and all of the various boxes and accessories you can get for it, but to be fair it was practically the first major style modular toolbox system to be introduced to the market so they've had more time to develop it to what it is today. I'd definitely get one if it wasn't so astronomical in price. The Bauer system is still relatively new (I wanna say it's only been around for less than a year) so I'm sure in time they will come out with more styles of boxes to add to the system. I'd definitely love to see a drawer system added to it for sure.

[@kevinblough1294]

Looks like a tough pack out storage stacker

[@michaelelkins2448]

These are the same as the ones that Menards sells, I have them combined together, only difference is the color.

[@surf4life93]

Interestingly enough, I bought a Kobalt XTR combo kit that has the exact same rolling box like this one.

[@seanshelton9163]

Anyone know if it’s compatible with kobalt casestack? Very similar on the connects when stacking..

[@robertharker]

The Bauer stack looks a lot like an inexpensive clone of the RIDGID stack. Plastic looks a little thinner and cheaper. The RIDGID interlock system uses 3/16" bent steel stock that flip up nicely. The latches have molded rubber grips so you can use them as comfortable side by side handles. The red plastic handles look like they will break eventually. The RIDGID stack is a superior product at about 5-10% more. RIDGID should be proud that Harbor Freight is imitating them, but not as well.

[@michaelwren3313]

From what I saw last I wouldn’t call it the inexpensive clone of Ridgid. I think some individual pieces are quite a bit more

[@robertharker]

@@michaelwren3313 I just checked on both homedepot and Harbor Freight and with the prices were within 5-10% except for the crate which was more. Homedepot has the 3 toolbox stack for $147 which is $7 more than the HF stack. And those plastic red tabs look like they are just waiting to break.

[@stansbruv3169]

Is it interoperable with DeWalt T-stack? It sure looks like it is

[@danrussell3439]

Not with the Dewalt tstak system

[@stevennihipali3607]

My packout lives in my truck. Outside and in the rain, etc

[@hrd4603]

Does anyone know if this would be any good to store a 1/10 RC drift car with wheels and shell on?

[@bladeboysfv5646]

The trick to getting the clasp to work every time is just pull out your phone and open the camera app and they should work fine if not hit record real quick and they will unlock LOL

[@arlissyoung8899]

I went with the Dewalt so far it's been good. The Milwaukee is just way over priced for what you get IMO. The Rigid didn't have the right lay out I needed. The problem with HF where I am is the store sucks, it's always messy, unclean looking and never a good stock of the main things needed. Some of the workers really don't care to help. If you ask for something, "if we have it it's in bay 3,5, 7 or wherever they last tossed it. Don't trouble yourself asking when they might get what you need will come in. There's another HF an hour away that is spot on. Well stocked very helpful staff and very clean.

[@FWDSUXARSE]

I've been in HF stores like the one you mentioned, but the one about 2 miles away from me is actually the best one I've been to. Very clean and well organized and the staff are always very helpful and friendly. I guess it just depends on the store manager for the most part. If I'm managing a store, the way the store is organized is a reflection on me as well as the people who work under me. Some managers seem like they follow that basic sense of pride and responsibility, some just don't care. I think that goes for all industries and businesses though.

[@FWDSUXARSE]

I should say that I've never personally managed a HF store but I have a friend who does and she has the same values as I do. If the store weren't three states away that would be my first choice but the one 2 miles away is a very close second.

[@TheBlueCollarConservative]

How does it compare to the Hart system in price and quality?

[@denoftools]

This is a more robust solution but the Hart is cheaper and they now have drawer options.

[@TheBlueCollarConservative]

@@denoftools thank you. My son is working towards an apprenticeship in plumbing and has purchased his cordless Makita tools. He was looking at the Milwaukee stack system but I have him convinced to go with a cheaper stack system that doesn't scream "steal me" when he is at a job site.

[@Mopardude]

I have the Packout system, when I bought it, it had the most stuff that I liked. Problem with all these systems, they all have elements I like and elements that I can't stand. No system is superior in my opinion.

[@davethepius]

The biggest plus to Packout is it has so many 3rd party hacks. There are 3D printer guys with all kinds of accessories Milwaukee hasn't offered yet.

[@coytus94]

I agree. There's always going to be something about each mod box system that's amazing and something that sucks. For me I love the Packout because all of the different boxes and accessories that are available for it, but I hate it due to the price. For a system with just 9 of their boxes can cost just as much as a 56" tool cabinet that holds 3 times as much. For the Bauer system I love it because it is relatively cheap compared to the Packout and other systems and you still get a decent quality system. Currently what I hate about it is there still really isn't a huge selection of other boxes and accessories for it, and the wheels are kinda tiny so it makes it hard to roll up and down stairs. That and the locking slides due tend to be a little stiff from time to time, not always though. I haven't really looked into any of the other mod box systems though so I'm not sure how the quality of them compares there.

[@incognitonunya8467]

“You should’ve said in the mobile den of tools” lol

[@jameskennedy673]

It think it’ll work for a DIY’er/weekend warrior

[@loucifer4205]

I like the craftsman and dewalt 2.0 I wish they would come out with a rolling drawer system I'd get rid of these two

[@BRENT3143945]

Nice laundry basket

[@charlescho]

5:42 What’s the other brand that you’re talking about?

[@denoftools]

Masterforce?

[@charlescho]

@@denoftools Wow, they are identical!!!!

[@kblessing93]

My craftsman trade stack was pain the first few times.

[@mopower01]

If my last comment was deleted due to the link I apologize for that. Two points: 1) Will this mate up with the Tactix boxes? 2) Does anyone else see the bottom lid as a potential design flaw, or do you think it is an advantage? What happens if the latches fail?

[@robertharker]

I don't think the bottom lid can hinge without having to colapse the handle. Maybe not even then

[@MysticWanderer]

Would like the M red system best if it wasn’t for the price

[@ericlee8231]

Cost?

[@courtneykachur9487]

If everyone loves these stacking systems so much, why are they also begging for 9 gauge steel tool chests????

[@jasonprice9246]

I love my rigid system

[@bobert201164]

I use the tough system

[@ThePigsmarch]

I currently have 4 pieces out of the 5 (I don't have the divider set with clear lid). So far, great. For simple, on the go solution, it's been great. Pros: affordable, tough, love that you can stack in any order. Cons: only having the 5 different pieces to choose from, the largest piece is married to the dolly, no slots to thread a strap through all pieces to secure it. Great for the DYI'er.

[@ravenbarsrepairs5594]

I'm not impressed with them. The Craftsman Versastack(Dewalt t-stack in a different color) is slightly lower in price, and I'm already well invested in the former. I have been interested if the Bauer is compatable with the t-stack. My favorite of all time is the Rigid Pro boxes, but I live too far away from the nearest HD to have bought many.