Milwaukee PACKOUT Tote - 6 Months Later! Worth the Investment???

6 Months Ago I started using the Milwaukee PACKOUT 10" Structured Tote as my main tool bag. Was it worth the premium price? Let's find out!
Links to Buy:
Milwaukee Packout 10” Structured Tote - www.homedepot....
Tools:
Milwaukee MT500 Lineman’s Pliers: shorturl.at/iOSVX
Knipex Cobra 10” (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/3JGqDGB
NWS 10” Pliers Wrench (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/3WpLCEW
Knipex 10” Pliers Wrench (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/49VX0eX
Icon ¼” Flex Head Ratchet: www.harborfrei...
Gearwrench ¼” Flex Head Ratchet (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/3wn4fyK
Zip Ties (Affiliate Link):
Tajima Utility Knife (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/3y3py90
Milwaukee MT555 Needle nose Pliers: shorturl.at/aflH5
Milwaukee MT506 Diagonal Cutters: shorturl.at/fstNZ
Makita XPS Impact Sockets (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/3Wjxk9c
Wiss Utility Shears (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/3wbNWEX
Milwaukee Screwdrivers: shorturl.at/gwJ36
Klein Kurve Wire Stripper (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/3UkZUnK
Mac Ratcheting Screwdriver: www.mactools.c...
Proto Ratcheting Screwdriver Set (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/3QKahRl
Goldblatt Painter’s Tool (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/4dipfHz
Klein Precision Screwdriver (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/4bbmd6c
Stabila 12” Level (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/4dgtpjc
Dewalt Gyroscopic Screwdriver (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/4bdfBV4
Milwaukee M12 Fuel Impact Driver (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/44kVj9D
Milwaukee Tape Measure (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/3UE6Pdj
Milwaukee Fastback Utility Knife (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/3xXtgBh
Railer Bit Holder (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/3WdLlVN
Painters Tape (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/44iwpHL
Gorilla Tape 1” Roll (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/3UB3OtX
Pica Dry (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/3JDviZP
Milwaukee Rover Light (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/4aTAYeg
4 ½” Carpenter Square (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/3JXYXgF
Milwaukee Pen Light (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/4a16BkG
Vessel Bit Set (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/4dv8qJV
Instagram: @Tinkerwithtools
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Gear I Use:
Camera: Sony ZV-E10 amzn.to/3Z3IEoA (Affiliate Link)
Lens: Sigma 16mm f/1.4 amzn.to/3jIrEUU (Affiliate Link)
Microphone: DJI Mic 2 (Affiliate Link): amzn.to/4aJpaKS
Lighting: Neweer LED Lighting amzn.to/4apaKQ... Link)
Tripod: Magnus VT-400 amzn.to/3IgfOeY (Affiliate Link)
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[@tannerwest6823]

Nice review. Wow I can’t get over that $219 price tag though.

[@TinkerWithTools]

I wanted my first veto bag for years before I got over the price. There are definitely nice bags that are less expensive but I can say they I don’t regret the purchase and for me the it’s a sign of a good product.

[@2chipped]

As a 4 yr user of packout, it works well as a system. For single use tools or static storage in a shop,they are over priced. As a professional user of tools, I have no room to waste on a Milwaukee screwdriver or level. There are multiple better brands who only make certain tools ...luke Stabila and Knipex. Cheap tools never last,nor are they consistently made long term. I am to old to want a Dewalt hammer or Milwaukee screwdriver. Nice review!

[@TinkerWithTools]

Thanks!

[@bamboelaa]

I strapped a Fluke C116 to the front to hold my meters and it works awesome it hovers just above the floor Maybe it could be a little less tall some smaller tools seem to get lost in the tool pockets and inbetween the pockets

[@TinkerWithTools]

Nice creative solution. I can see what you are saying about the height. I guess I would rather have that problem than it being too small.

[@weaponxlogan123]

With the strap being able to be put over the handle it keeps it out of the way when clipping the tote on to the packout stack

[@brianhall9019]

Go with the Purdy folding painters tool. Should do the trick.

[@TinkerWithTools]

I actually picked that one up after filming.

[@tomintexas817]

I got the 15" structured work in public alot

[@bluemantom77]

They are made pretty well i own ultimate job site backpack owned since 2018 and held up still

[@TinkerWithTools]

Thanks for providing the insight!

[@bluemantom77]

@@TinkerWithTools not a problem it's always good to give your experience and testimonial it helps consumers make a smart decision based on products durability price some people are looking for the best bang for their buck

[@bluemantom77]

@@TinkerWithTools have you tried out the vito backpacks how are they I never really considered upgrade to something that expensive for me it's not needed for the next person probably so

[@TinkerWithTools]

I have not tried the backpacks, though I think that might be next year's spring promo purchase.

[@jamesmocharski4803]

Found my way here from a shoutout from Rob and Sarah on The Tool Show. Great video. Was wondering about this bag. My one complaint about some of their previous bags (10” in particular) was that the pockets flattened out too much at the bottom, making it difficult for items to sit in low enough to fit securely. Any issues with pocket sizing?

[@TinkerWithTools]

I find that on each side of the bag there is a row of taller pockets that will accommodate an 11” screwdriver to the point where the handle is in the top a little bit. In front of that there are pockets with less depth that still hold things decently well. Anything tall than that (like the 12” stabila level) I put in the center pocket.

[@cfduarte6183]

Hey Thanks for the review. Appreciate the time you took to talk about it. I have the same bag. Love it. Question though. On the outside of the bag, the way you have if facing the camera, there are what can be described as black loops, sort of like a bandolier, what have you used that for?

[@TinkerWithTools]

I currently use them for holding a role of tape that doesn’t work with the tape hook. On another bag I have I do the same thing.

[@bamboelaa]

I use those loops for my loto locks

[@brianhall9019]

I’m going to give you a light suggestion… 550 Lumens LED REDLITHIUM USB Stick Light with Magnet (Model # 2128-21). It’s the Red Lithium rechargeable (usb-c) and it’s totally incredible. Magnet is next level and the mounting and lighting options are phenomenal. You really won’t be sorry. It’s $99, but if you have a Northern Tool near by and get their coupons you can throw in an one dollar bs item (spark plug gap tool or something from their random area) and get $20 off. I have about 14 different Milwaukee lights and this is my favorite. Love your channel and have enjoyed every video you’ve put out. Keep up the great work.😊❤ Plus it should fit in one of you end battery pockets if you want to store it there.

[@TinkerWithTools]

I haven’t ever checked that one out. I’ll have to keep an eye out for it. Thanks for the tip!

[@jamesgoens3531]

Great review. I will second the light recommendation. I have the -22 which includes the versatile magnetic charging base. I reach for this more than my M12 Rover light.

[@buckmanstijn]

6th video of guy showing of the tools INSIDE the bag and not the bag, cant find the pocket layout anywere

[@TinkerWithTools]

What information do you want about it? I can film a short later tonight and have it out tomorrow or just answer questions here if you prefer.

[@buckmanstijn]

@@TinkerWithTools i want to see the inside of the bag. please show the pockets, show putting tools in like screwdrivers, multimeters, pliers. I need a bag review not a tool review :D thx!

[@Doc1985]

Superior review!

[@TinkerWithTools]

Thanks!

[@georgedavall9449]

Tinker With Tools aint no joke! 😊

[@fubufb420]

Thats the price of a nice tool! Way my brain works, i would just buy another tool. But i guess a professional would have all his tools. He wouldnt mind spending his tool money on a tote. I love my Harbor Freight 15"! 😂 Maybe when i got a collection worth protecting, ill get a good tote/bags!😂 Although it would be nice to "Grow into".😂

[@TinkerWithTools]

I get that not everyone values a bag at that level. The bag is price competitive with other premium bags in the market though.

[@ejstakes]

thanks

[@TinkerWithTools]

You’re welcome.

[@taylorbannister9494]

$219 is what will keep me from buying this. I like the packout use and this is the perfect size but i will not pay that.

[@WalterMelons]

Save $50 with the buy more save more deal going right now. $169 is more doable for me.

[@jaywalker2911]

I have the 15in pack out tool bag and my gripe is Milwaukee skimped on the pockets. There's just one pocket on the ends, but none on the sides and none, not one pocket on the inside. These mofos gotta do better.

[@TinkerWithTools]

I am guessing that was the previous generation of totes if you will. This bag though not 15” has quite a few pockets.

[@jaywalker2911]

@@TinkerWithTools Not the tote. It's the packout tool bag, with the zippered top.

[@TinkerWithTools]

Okay I think I found the one you are talking about. The newer, yet more expensive bags, do have pretty good interior pocket storage to create a place for each of the tools.

[@napoleonsmith7793]

Toughbuilt. Much cheaper holds more. 15inch.

[@TinkerWithTools]

I have used the toughbuilt before. I wanted a smaller bag when I started looking and the medium bag wasn’t all that available at the time. Ended up with the veto and then this.