Wera Joker Wrench Review - All Versions Compared

Imperial Regular Box End Set: amzn.to/336PqBs
Metric Regular Box End Set: amzn.to/3DBa49D
Non-Reversing Ratcheting Set: amzn.to/3yb031N
Imperial Reversing Ratcheting Set: amzn.to/3oGszVH
Metric Reversing Ratcheting Set: amzn.to/3GxcyYe
The Wera Joker Wrenches offer some really unique and useful features. They do come at a premium though!

[@Mack_Dingo]

I got a joker wrench in the advent calendar this year. The finish on it blew my mind, its so premium compared to a box-store wrench, I love it

[@nowthenad3286]

That was a really great review. You highlighted things that I had not thought about, particularly with respect to the angled head. Subscribed.

[@DoresoomReviews]

Glad I could help!

[@jeffc6832]

Great comparison. I primarily do automotive work, so my most used tools are metric. Thanks to your comparison, I picked up the 11 piece ratcheting set first, and then the 22 piece regular combination wrench set (in the foam inlay). I love how thin the non ratcheting wrenches are, they pretty much eliminate the need for a thin wrench set in most applications. I think I might pick up the 4 piece reversing ratcheting set though at some point. The vast majority of fasteners I encounter are covered by the 10mm, 13mm, 17mm and 19mm in that set. It's always nice to have options.

[@MeshRoun]

Do you prefer the regular or ratcheting ones?

[@stocks4bt]

1st excellent video. I admire how you compared all 3 types of wrenches from the brand and explained the pros and cons. I just bought the middle set a few days ago. Now I have once question. Did you put different color tape on just that one wrench or all the wrenches you own?

[@DoresoomReviews]

The tape is to identify it as mine when I'm using it at work. Each engineer has a different color combination.

[@edwardyang1116]

Super helpful comparison. Gave me a much better idea of the differences and specific uses for each kind. Of all three versions, which would you suggest is the most common you use for automotive/motorcycle?

[@DoresoomReviews]

I use the non-ratcheting version the most now, since it's more compact, has a smaller return angle, and the box end fits in more places.

[@konamanstudio2447]

Hope you and yours have Is wonderful Christmas in New Year 🤙🏼🍻🍺🎄🎁🎄🎁

[@DoresoomReviews]

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you too!

[@joshmorley945]

Just bought a set of 4 reversible rachets for only £94! They are awesome compared to my other sets

[@alaaeldin99]

Many thanks for the informative video! Which one you recommend more for auto repair?

[@DoresoomReviews]

I really like the non-ratcheting version for getting into tighter places. I do wish there was a way to incorporate the holding function into that model, but I think personally I'd rather have the 7.5° return angle.

[@alaaeldin99]

@@DoresoomReviews many thanks for your suggestion

[@purpl3t3ntacl3]

for the plate you can also use duct tape on a normal wrench... i think you dont use this very often, so the normal wrench is my favorite

[@DoresoomReviews]

Good tip! The plate does also help with positive wrench placement on a nut that's hard to see and turn at the same time. But I agree - the regular set is my favorite. I ended up buying the 6003 Imperial 8-piece set since doing this review. Still debating whether I want the 11-piece or 15-piece metric set.

[@CP-ok1gv]

Have you reviewed the 6004 adjustable wrench wera set?

[@DoresoomReviews]

No, I haven't tried those ones yet.

[@Joel_E]

@@DoresoomReviews While the non-adjustable Wera Jokers are interesting to me (thanks for the video!), I can't get excited about the adjustables. Not only is the range of adjustment narrow, the size groupings are better-suited to Metric than to SAE bolt/nut sizes. I really wish they made a 7/16" to 9/16" version, as that would cover 1/4", 5/16", and 3/8" bolts perfectly. I can't fault a European company for being metric-centered (after all, it's what 95% of the world uses), but it makes it a whole lot less useful for my field engineering, which involves large antenna systems and high power RF connectors. Until I try one or more of the Wera Jokers, I'll be sticking to my SK X-frame wrenches, Knipex pliers wrenches, and Channellock adjustable.

[@_P0tat07_]

I personally think wera wrenches are ugly. I just don’t like the bulging handle. I do think the open end design is nice, but I’ll stick with my snap on wrenches 😬

[@DoresoomReviews]

🤣 I don't care if they're ugly if they help me get the job done!

[@Joel_E]

@@DoresoomReviews If “ugly, but does the job well” weren’t good enough, I suspect that a lot of us engineers wouldn’t be married. 😄 Not implying anything about you, Nate. You somehow have managed to look pretty much identical to how you did 16 years ago, but with somewhat lighter hair.

[@DoresoomReviews]

LOL, that hair color change started with Dr. Gonzalez's Dynamics class!

[@ratchetwise440]

Wera. You're Joking right ? ;-)

[@DoresoomReviews]

I think their "Tool Rebel" branding is even cringier, but they make great tools! 😄