Why an iFixit Kit is BAD value for PC builders!

[@DawidDoesTechStuff]

If you do more tech repairs than just building PC's this kit may be worth it, but only for building PC's maybe not so much. Let me know what you think. Sorry for the echo in this video, I just moved into a new apartment and will sort it out over the next couple videos. :D

[@marzkenz1577]

So what should i use when im building a pc?

[@deank7327]

I will agree with that. For repair it's good. Good for taking apart laptops, tablets and phones, but for PC building you really only need a #2 phillips head driver and maybe either a needle noes pliers or small socket wrench for standoffs. iFixit's tools are a pretty good quality, but that's only really a factor when you are using them regularly. If your doing builds every now and then, ifixit is a bit pricey and you're only going to really use the driver and one or two bits.

[@placeholder7054]

If you want to build/repair/service all things PC/networking/laptop/IT/et al........use this: www.amazon.com/TEKTON-2841-Screwdriver-Electronic-135-Piece/dp/B008HYVG6I I do. I have 3 of them. One for the car, one for the home, and one for my backpack.

[@creator0053]

@@marzkenz1577 I know its a bit late but: He got the kit for like smartphone repairs and stuff..... Even the description says "The Essential Electronics Toolkit is what you need for the most essential electronics repairs-like screen and battery swaps-and everything you need for most household DIY fixes". This kit was NOT made specific for PC-builders. Something more appropriate is the "Mako Driver Kit" witch has all the bits you need including a Magnet to get the screws you drop.... Better than using tweezers!

[@rderubeis]

what do you recommend for building a pc ? which kit ?

[@cosmic_drew]

I know this is a bit old now, but I want to support ifixit because of their activism for the right to repair.

[@leafbelly]

It's not an altruistic position. Of course, they want people to repair their own stuff. Their entire business model is built around it.

[@blacklightmg158]

@@leafbelly It's true, but altruism is unsustainable, and what they're doing is the right thing.

[@DevadathanJayadevan]

@leafbelly yes but you're paying for a transparent service unlike certain electronic companies that hook u into spending more and more money into it. Also they provide a lifetime support.

[@benjieparacale6562]

The fuck? USA had a law that doesn't allow people to repair their gadgets on their own?!! Here in Asia, we are free to repair our own tech.

[@neoleo593]

@@benjieparacale6562 it's not a law, it's companies that make the stuff saying you can't, and people want laws to make the companies let people repair their own stuff

[@americandingo1109]

If you work on laptops or other portable electronics, in addition to PCs, then it's worth it.

[@driserq199]

I usually take my swiss army knife which hopefully has a screwdriver in it

[@mcjpmacho]

I wish more people understood that comment 😂

[@XCrooked_TonguesX]

First, you're gonna need a table.

[@izakomandaz2895]

We're still making references to that vid - you know it's bad when everyone still jokes about a vid that was released a few years ago!

[@vishnuvardhan1529]

Now we are gonna need an Allen wrench

[@CharlesHrodric]

Absolutely no one: hey let's buy a cellphone repair kit to build a PC This guy: This cellphone repair toolkit is worthless for me as a PC builder

[@rossclutterbuck1060]

you've completely missed the point of the video

[@alannotemo2835]

@@rossclutterbuck1060 no he didn’t the dude literally dissing a phone repair kit for a pc

[@craesh]

And he didn't consider laptops. These are PCs as well, just that no one would sit on them. This toolkit is not very useful for *desktop* PCs, but where was it advertised to be so? He mentiones "other reviewers", but e.g. Linus and Jay use other screwdrivers for desktop PCs.

[@SpecterNeverSpectator]

@@craesh and they don't use this option, ifixit sells kits that only have a screwdriver and the bits, even I prefer buying separately, because if I ever need more bits I don't want to be confused with the ones I already have and end up buying ones I do have, so I prefer having tons of bits to ensure myself I ain't need nothing.

[@joshua7015]

@@alannotemo2835 You missed the premise of the video where he mentions a lot of big tech youtubers (especially pc channels) shill for iFixit regardless of whether they're used for PCs or for small devices. This video helps clear that up.

[@buckloski9522]

9/10 times you just need a standard Phillips head screw driver to build a PC

[@WillFuI]

Benny Biggums I build mine with just one screwdriver

[@yahboi2162]

The other 1/10 times is for the nvme drive which just needs a different type of a Phillips head

[@WillFuI]

yah boi exactly

[@Shadow77999]

Boiii, i only need a knife..

[@yahboi2162]

@@Shadow77999 lol imagine using a knife I just use my fingars

[@KingEurope1]

Let's be honest, literally no one using an anti static band lol

[@simonk.2969]

when you dealing with 3000$ hardware...you sure will need that

[@jakewarrensford8418]

@@simonk.2969 just touch the power supply and discharge. Bracelets are for noobies

[@BlakeBigfoot]

@@jakewarrensford8418 said the person who thinks building a computer isn't the most nubile thing you can do. People who actually work with and build pcbs and electronics absolutely use anti-static tools like wristbands.

[@KevinEF]

I use my wireless livestrong bracelette as shown by a reputable youtuber

[@dxmanforlife]

I do lol

[@samus4799]

That kit is phenomenal for laptop repair as well.

[@Autotrope]

And game consoles

[@leogiri2863]

Yeah, especially newer laptops

[@mhsh5840]

Litterly need one Philips screw driver for a pc theese kits are made for repairs kinda in the name I fix it

[@Mandemon1990]

It's also meant for more than just standard PCs. Like laptops, being able to pry backplate off is a lot easier with the jig/picks and not having to worry that something breaks is really good. Same for mobiles, a lot of tools in there are a lot more useful there. If all you do is attach screws and cables, sure, it is overpriced. But it is *NOT* meant to be just for PC building, but for all sorts of electronic repairs.

[@mrp0p1nfr3shz]

You may want to buy the ifixit MAKO kit. That one has more bits and a bendy extension tool. Also the screw driver is all metal in that kit and not only is useful for computers but also things like gaming consoles and other stuff. I bought that one instead of the kit you tried and use it almost weekly

[@DawidDoesTechStuff]

That Mako kit does look really nice. That bendy extender bit does seem really useful. Thanks for the comment.

[@-R-F-M-]

hi im getting the pro limited edition ifixit hacksmith bundle@@DawidDoesTechStuff

[@kaleid1990]

Well, that's why it's called iFixit, not iBuildit :))

[@venomdank965]

True true I love this comment! I just wanna clean my laptop and fix my controller lol XD

[@placeholder3863]

yo they could make a new product line with that name

[@tiagooliveira95]

Dawin: Buys a specific kit for phone repair Also Dawin: "Why an iFixit Kit is BAD value for PC builders" I mean, Dawin, it is the name... I FIX IT, it's to fix things. 3:00 I mean.. I guess this is why this kit isn't marketed for PC builders. For building a pc I guess a Phillips screwdriver is all you need, for the standard build of course ignoring any customization

[@sunjunme]

Haha It’s so funny that you don’t know any of the tools name 😆

[@GlennLopez]

Knowing what the tool is called doesn’t automatically mean you know how to use it. Just because a person knows what a flathead screw driver is called doesn’t automatically make them more capable of repairing equipment. I know a lot of people that can tell the difference between a TIG welder and a Gas welder but still cant weld for shit. You can probably tell the difference between C++ and Python code but i bet you suck at writing code.

[@Eng586]

@@GlennLopez bruh, what are you on about

[@leafbelly]

@@GlennLopez It's good to know if you ever have to work with others. I mean, asking for a "tool thingy that lifts things up and out" might get you an odd look.

[@fredstead5652]

@@Eng586Something you clearly don't understand.

[@fredstead5652]

@@GlennLopez 100% agree, not forgetting the name of a specific tool or bit you haven't used in a while doesn't change your ability to use them efficiently.

[@RexxReviews]

Seriously, dude, you called Tweezers "Needle Nosed Pliars" I hear The Verge needs a new PC build tech for how too videos.

[@fakename287]

Damn, you're really gonna let the verge live in your head rent-free like that?

[@K0MBIAN]

Seriously, "dude", you're really going to criticize someone who's first language clearly isn't English for saying something wrong that has no impact on the video itself? Also, you need to learn how TO spell PLIERS before picking on someone else for their English skills...

[@lancedomhoff1126]

lmao guess hes never opened a laptop. Use many of those tool every week.

[@Yetithong]

I fox it kits have life time warranty , break something they send a new one. That's worth it

[@jasonlisonbee]

Other tool manufacturers offer that. Your recent living ancestors can tell you about tools from Sears. Last time I went, all their brands had great warranties. The tools, lifetime.

[@jasonlisonbee]

@X X I agree. Too bad Sears' latest executives didn't have great foresight.

[@caromac_]

But they sell individual screwdrivers.

[@Truthall]

@yeti in a thong really? i think you are missing the point of the video and all those who posted supporting this guys comment, makes me wonder how so many fans of ifixt troll REAL videos about ifixit stuff. So if you were a real technicians who worked on PC's you think that its acceptable out fo a full toolkit like this, that only ONE item is a real proposition? You are either deluded, have more money than sense or work for ifixit. It wearing seeing half baked techs on youtube salivating over items that they have clearly been sent... avoid promotional videos at all costs, they are not objective.

[@Truthall]

@X X sears was and is still around you muppet... typical zombie generation

[@petervansan1054]

No one buys this JUST for the pc. I bought it in case i need to repair something

[@c0mplex564]

I bought it to fix my friends, my tires, and my thirst.

[@ataco1559]

Nice reference

[@callumelcombe3703]

For your next review why not buy a bike and explain why it's a rubbish car?

[@robertashdown2157]

This needs to be top comment. What the fuck was this video?

[@maxnits9556]

This was EXACTLY what I wanted to write! Indeed.

[@anthonyrowan3987]

Yes, believe it or not, the toolkit made for repairs, isn't the best choice for a job where you only need a Philips head screwdriver or two, and an ESD band. Who could've guessed.

[@WoT_the_Feck]

Its called ifixit not ibuildit, you can build a pc with a screw driver and nothing more

[@MajorHardware]

I would agree i guess, I did buy the pro ki for my channel but when i was getting ready to hit that order now button I was like do I really want to spend that much. In the end im glad i did as i like to build and take things apart and i cant tell you how annoying it is not to have a security torx when you need it. however if you are just looking to build PC then yes i agree you dont need all that the pro kit offers. Side note, what camera do you use, and what external mic.

[@DawidDoesTechStuff]

That is true, security torx can be a complete pain. At the end of the video I recommend a cheaper alternative, which is a better torx screwdriver and it comes with all those obscure screwdriver bits. It just doesn't have all the "stick in and pop out" stuff. The ifixit kit is really nice if you do use all that stuff. Congratulations on that awesome video where you water cooled an air cooler doing so well. I really enjoyed it. Good job. :D In regards to what camera I use, its a Fuji XT3. It's a great camera, I barely have to colour grade to get the result I got in this video. The mic is a Deity D3 Pro, which sounds great but has some build quality issues. Atleast on my one does.

[@MajorHardware]

@@DawidDoesTechStuff Glad you seen it and enjoyed it, I have started the testing video should be fun even if the ek pump just blows it apart

[@DawidDoesTechStuff]

@@MajorHardware Haha!! If it does blow it apart you should try and film it in slow mo. :P Awesome, I can't wait to see the video.

[@alannotemo2835]

he’s really squeezing down a phone repair kit and much more and hating that it dosent work for his pc

[@bubuli]

even when you prefaced this as a review “from the perspective of a pc builder,” it’s still lazy and pretty bad overall. you are trying to use the wrong tool for the job then complain if it doesn’t work out 100% for you. 🤷‍♂️

[@firstname4337]

so exactly which of those tools are worth it strictly for pc builds

[@2leggedpirate265]

so, you buy a phone repair kit and come to the conclusion it's not worth it for pc building? wow, that was a tough one. not the sharpest tool in the shed are ya? or ifixit refused you sponsorship and you just were butt hurt? ridiculous

[@Joker69s]

You got the wrong kit for pc build, I use the Manta and it has ALL the bits i could ever think for building and repairing pc's

[@blacklightmg158]

But iFixit isn't marketed for PC builders

[@hanktester9495]

Why would anyone even consider this for building a PC? lol this isn't meant for that.

[@jakewarrensford8418]

The pro tech kit kits my needs as an i.t. professional. It fits in my bag nicely without the case breaking and losing all the bits. Seeing as I'm a mobile i.t. tech and my company uses laptops, desktops, iPad and iPhone. This kit is well worth the money. If youre building just a desktop all you need is a phillips screwdriver and ground yourself to the powersupply... not to mention if the price is steep you forgot to mention lifetime warranty, if a bit strips they will replace it for free.

[@thebadgamer5167]

it is called "i fix it " with a reason

[@kenneth83DK]

I bought the smaller version that didn't contain all the phone tools, and I love it. Its great for fixing pretty much all my electronic gear, like gaming controllers, headset, phones and other smaller everyday items. As a normal consumer that likes to fix your own gear you really don't need much more, the bigger sets from Ifixit is only useful for semi professionals.

[@VanillaFox1-1]

The pro kit is for more electronic repair like ps4s and iPhones because it contains more security bits for dissemble and reassemble

[@Tom-sd2vi]

This set was perfect for replacing ssd and thermal paste in my xbox one x

[@sapphire3084]

I don't know man - Jay's iFixit ad is convincing.

[@ChevyFan079]

I agree, really not worth it for strictly PC building. I'd use the philips/flat head bits and the tweezers, nothing else.

[@DawidDoesTechStuff]

Yeah, unless you do other electronics repairs it's not worth it. Thanks for the comment. :)

[@gyrz19]

@@DawidDoesTechStuff its good stuff for working on a laptop just not a desktop. Honestly though, you can get a toolkit with everything this has for like 7$ at your local walmart.

[@SillyOmega]

@@gyrz19 but is it same quality no one ever looks at that. I used to work hardware. Most all tools were made in china. I fix it are made in Taiwan. Taiwan makes better tools than china. Also the rock well hardness is likely different. Also the machining on bits might be differet.

[@davidv2002]

@@gyrz19 is the 7 dollar stuff from walmart the same quality? and have a lifetime warranty?

[@SillyOmega]

@@htr5372 okay.

[@diamondwarriorxv7766]

I think the knife on the left is meant to be wobbly

[@TesserLink]

I mean an angle grinder is a bad value for PC builders as well....

[@stubskututstuy]

Lol. Just watched this video after youtube recommended it. Now thank youtube for forcing me to click "don't recommend this channel". Dude, you don't need these kinds of tools for just building pc - that's why it's called "IFIXIT". You use this for repairs and FIXING tech stuff. Seriously.

[@Lemstrauss]

Hi, I hope you might give Dawid a second chance. His content changed a lot since this video and he's geniunely funny when he criticizes something in the weirdest ways when it's justified.

[@yashpashar4758]

All you need to build a pc is the Radom Philips head screwdriver you find in your shed xP it could be really useful for laptop repairs though! I like how well built the kit is but you could get better suited equipment for the same price... I personally wouldn’t buy it :P Great video as always!

[@DawidDoesTechStuff]

That's the thing, PC building really doesn't require much more than a Philips head. However for other tech I think this kit does do a good job, but like you said you can get better suited equipment for the same price. Thanks for the comment. :D

[@mdd1963]

All one needs for PCs is a simple reversible screwdriver with #1 and 2 bits. mainly Phillips bits....; maybe a zero bit for those damn M.2 screws....

[@edwinbradford]

You mention "Torx", are you thinking of "torque"? I doubt either are essential for a PC builder. Torx screwdrivers have a star shaped end, might be necessary to disassemble an old HDD drive, torque screwdrivers have a ratchet to control torque or force applied, great for car engines where you apply a lot of force. For building a PC I think you're fine with Phillips and slot head which you do mention.

[@TheMariokart69]

So im going to review this set of cleaning products for washing my windows. First theres floor cleaner, not super useful for my windows. Next we have toilet cleaner, also not super useful for cleaning windows. It DOES come with cloths, they say "all purpose cloths" but I COULD probably use those for windows. Next theres the scrubbing brush... now... some of you may have very dirty windows and you dont mind scratching them but for me and how I clean windows thats not very useful. Finally we have window cleaner which is really the only useful product in this range.

[@ORBIT9224]

if your only complain is u dont think u need them that is not bad u will nether no when u need them tools a screw in my glasses came lose throw lock down and i had to buy a tiny screw driver to do them back up. say your screen brakes on your phone at lest with this u have the option to try and fix it if u felt like it. or u want to unscrew a xbox one controller because the LT is sticking u can with this same with a mouse the only thing i think this is missing is a keyboarded key remover witch i need. i pried a key off the other day because it was sticking and f me it is dirty under the keys i did fix it but it is still dirty under there when i get a tool for the job i will take all off and clean. you can not call your self a true techy if you do not try and fix any tech that brakes.

[@johndoecake]

:^) buys a phone and tablet repair kit complays its not worth the money. Easy... for building a normal PC all you need is Philips 2 and 1. Ifixit kits are worth if you want to work on all sorts of things and they are cheaper then pro precision screw drivers from Wera or Wiha, if you wan quality and long time waranty. You can use no name brands bits and accessories with ifixit stuff too, they use standard bit sizes.

[@BrandensOutdoorChannel]

For PC building two sizes of Phillips heads are needed because NVME M.2 drives take a smaller bit than motherboard and PCI-Express expansion covers.

[@HMABH]

this video is useless.... edit: it's like saying "why a spoon is a bad Value for cutting vegetables" , you can do it.. but it's gonna be bad.

[@sardellosound]

PC builder video. *Reviews tool kit designed for iPhone repair* "I don't recommend these products" *Please use my affiliate link so I get payed* What a terrible channel model

[@dum2371]

Although you clearly stated you're talking from a PC builder perspective, sill kinda seems like you're trying to shit on them or something

[@jimc9516]

"this smartphone repair kit is not worth it for a pc builder" ya think, Sherlock? Why not buy a blow torch and tell us how it's useless in your line of work too?

[@Aepek]

Offset needle nose tweezers my friend, not pliers😉

[@VPinball]

For building epairing desktop PC's you can get by with not much more than a couple screwdrivers (most of the time), but if you also play with the occasional laptop as well the IFixit is very much worth it.

[@0vlogger]

Join next time when we will see if an iphone is the best tool if you want to use it as a mirror, or if it's better to buy a mirror instead.

[@alvinviswas225]

You forget how useful those lifting things are for laptops. I wanted to upgrade the RAM and install an SSD in my new HP laptop and I needed at least 3 different screwheads.

[@callumelcombe3703]

Did this guy genuinely criticise a tool for being flexible that is literally supposed to be?

[@BruhMoment-db8zu]

yes. and not even for its intended use.

[@bryandiel6773]

you should have checked out the ifixit Mako kit

[@LumesideLside]

I found the kits useful for repairing laptops mainly if that helps anyone.

[@svendebanan]

Then you should buy something else. You dont buy a car, if you need a boat.

[@ronnie3044]

Tbh You can get basically the same quality for a third the price. Ive been using a cheap Jackyl set for about 6 years now with no issues (outside the case being busted but if you accidentally leave it on a car roof and drive off thatll happen to any of them lol). I got the $65 set from ifixit and returned it after two days. Not that it was bad by any means. Just it wasnt worth the cost.

[@derekfarley5899]

Adam Savage (mythbusters, Tested) endorses this product which... pretty much negates this whole review in my mind... plus the work they are doing on the "Right to Repair" front... I know you did this a year ago. Might be time to withdraw this one.

[@ijlal8760]

Oh no, you only need a Swiss Army Knife that hopefully has a Phillips head screwdriver.

[@youngreptile7868]

Are you stupid? How could you forget thermal paste.

[@craighawkins192]

You must not repair many laptops...laptops are PCs

[@jasonvangaans5651]

I would buy this, because I repair quite al lot of devices, because I hate to throw away stuff when I can just repair it. That said I am planning to get the Pro Kit with my birthday money, just have to wait a few hours until we can get celebrating. And the 70 euro pricetag is quite steep, but in my opinion quite worth it when you factor in the quality and the lifetime warranty. I have only two brands of tools in my garage, snapon and matco, and those are also quite pricey, but worth the money considering the quality and warranty you get on them.

[@JustAnotherYTer]

I use a multi tool with a screwdriver built in

[@KevinMillard68]

the lit you listed as being what you said you think is better well it does not have a great rep from what i seen m iam not an ifixit person my self either so for me both are usless for pc repair or anything really and ifixit is way over priced when you can get more for your money from other sellers

[@bigfil1981]

pliers... 😭 you mean tweezers 😂

[@PeterLunk]

I fixed my Xbox one wireless (PC) Contoller with this kit. The kit was cheaper then buying a new Controller ;) And that was only the 1st fix. So there it is for me, definately worth it.

[@NicolasSilvaVasault]

2:34 is made like that on purpose, is designed so you can carefully lift the screen without cracking more than it might be

[@VagendaAdnegav]

You'd use all of that on a laptop.

[@epock11]

Dawid, did you join a hockey team yet?

[@DawidDoesTechStuff]

How did you know? :P

[@austin5920]

Honestly my kit is simply to have every screw head bit easily accessible in a convenient package with great quality. I don't even use it in PC builds, I find a larger, ratcheting screwdriver more useful in the PC context

[@jumbocube]

I cannot grasp how much this video doesn't make any sense. So you're complaining that you only need the screwdriver from this kit for pc building. BRO so why did you buy a fixing kit and saying its BAD value? Just buy the tool you need for the job. In this case, just the screwdriver...

[@r4v3nous31]

What you don't like fixing your device with low quality tools and chinese parts??? How dare you!

[@ronaldmcdonald6067]

Bruce Armstrong dude plastic is plastic theres not that huge of a difference Ifixit you mostly pay for brand reputation rather than actual value like chinese brands

[@HearMeLearn]

@@ronaldmcdonald6067 you pay for lifetime warranty, and some tools HAVE been shown to be better than cheap chinese versions

[@stanimir4197]

@@ronaldmcdonald6067 wow "plastic is plastic" you cant be more wrong. Plastics are extremely different, most people think of plastic as cheap ABS. "Bullet proof glass" for instance is plastic - polycarbonate. Glass reinforced polycarbonate is extremely strong. Nylon is strong, zip ties are made of nylon. Ofc composite as glass reinforced nylon (PA6/GF30) is really good and expensive material. The box of the kit is made of ABS (the recycling sign can be seen in the video at 01:57), which indeed, is cheap, easy to mold&recycle as melting temperature is just 105C . There are a lot of different plastic types (and composites), some have excellent mechanical and chemical properties, some dont, and the former tend to be pricey to mold.

[@Trusteft]

Unless I am mistaken you use more than the screwdriver in several of your videos down the line. Which is kinda funny. :) That's ok, I was one of those very few who thought that mp3, KZbin and facebook were fads.

[@humanperson8418]

If you buy a product whose selling point is unrivalled versatility and you only ever need to use one fillips bit, of course it's going to be bad value. You're not using what you've paid for. In this case, what you want is one permanent, cheap and reliable screwdriver. This is the wrong tool for the job.

[@240TechGuy]

It's all about use cases like you mentioned. I remembered recommending a friend to buy one and a standard mulit kits from Home depot for his PC build (new to it). Few years later, the kit ended up being an incentive to work on his Playstation 4, laptop, mini-PC, and bunch of other stuff. I used it often at work when needed and it's worth its price.

[@VikingDudee]

Your kinda reviewing the wrong kit for PC building, this kit is more for phones/tablets of the sort

[@fakename287]

He literally said that on the video tho

[@JordanR1503]

i remember putting my recent pc build back together with my DeWalt xrp, works fine with torque control. far from ideal but it does the job just like any tool but I'll admit the ifixit is a handy bit of kit to have for general DIY electronics repairs, especially the security drivers

[@danielxd276]

What kit do you recommend for pc bulding? Opening gpus? Etc, thanks in advance!, nice videos btw.

[@Shinobubu]

PC's only use one kind of fastener so you most likely only need a basic screw driver. maybe cutters for the occasional zipties. But its different if you are also doing water cooling. Then you'll need a tube cutter (cleaner straight cuts matter).

[@Cod-Convict]

He got a kit that’s meant for quick fix and upgrades not full pc builds they have bigger kits for that , this dude got the cheapest one he could buy so he can talk crap but they have huge kits for 100$ and you could build a pc with it

[@MelroyvandenBerg]

Great video. I know it's 4 years old by now.. But I bought the pro tech toolkit, which is great! Which is better than the pro kit. It's not for PC building.. it's for repairing devices...!!

[@lama8984]

I've seen people already mention the laptop so, as a pc gamer this kit also saved me a lot to dismantle my mouse and clean it

[@jumbocube]

Bro for a pc builder you only need 3 sizes of a philips screwdriver at most lol. Ifixit is sold to fix stuff.

[@OmniaTech]

I see your perspective, it really doesn't seem to be worth the price. At least everything seems well built, solid stuff. Maybe this version (and specially the Pro one) could be useful for people like me that travel a lot with their tools, they seem pretty easy to transport and difficult to lose the small parts. After saying all this I think I still prefer my random old cheap kit ;D GREATEST chair ever.

[@DawidDoesTechStuff]

That server makes a comfortable chair! :P Thats the thing, it is a really nice kit. My point is just that for building PC's in particular, there isn't much point because most of the stuff in there is for a different purpose. Random cheap old kits for the win! Thanks for the comment. :D

[@jumbocube]

Its like buying a paintbrush kit and comlaining there are no useful tools for pc building..

[@reallauradee]

I don't think ifixit kits were ever geared towards PC builds, their aim is for repairs of other electronics, not big tower PCs. A few philips head screwdrivers from Wiha is all you ever really need, not these fancy overpriced gadgets.

[@Liquid2142]

I know this is a bit of a old video but ive been going and watching all his old videos. I actually bought the pro kit and Magnetic map and there more useful for like laptop repair, & tablets and of course phones & consoles since they use those menssed up security screws or whatever they are. rather than desktop building. Thats why i bought mine and got pretty good use out it.

[@HasanKhorasany]

You need a few tools to fix things. I bought a pro set from home depot that I have been using for 18 years. I agree with you that for PC you only need 2-3 tools only.

[@JM-hj3sm]

The kits are actually pretty great, but if you're just building a desktop PC, all you really need is a screwdriver and a lamp/flashlight. The only other thing I've ever NEEDED was a needle... No pun intended.

[@alexteixeira27]

damn people really not getting the information properly, all those channel in the past that build computer and reviewed ifix tools don't fix laptop let alone cell phone, they sole purpose was making money. it funny to find that people likes to be lied too. this review or whatever it is perfect. I do support ifix i myself bought the tools because i repair wide range of electronics. just like his saying ifix kit is useless for computer building, because it geared toward mobile devices, better off with Walmart screwdrivers. content like this is gold. i myself and every other person would show a product and talk highly of it if i getting paid, even if i don't use it.

[@zoethefoxgirl220]

I think you drastically misunderstood the point of this toolkit. PC building isn't the only thing you're supposed to do here. Mobile/Laptop/Console repair is just as relevant as PC building/maintenance. Most technicians work with ALL of these devices, and a Phillips head driver isn't going to get through anything outside of a PC case. You seem to make the assumption that this kit is designed solely to build PC's, but that's not how its advertised.

[@saibamoe]

WHAT?! As a PC builder, as a PC builder.... you sure you are one? I NEEDED a specific hex sized bit to dissasemble my gtx 1070 reference to put an accelero xtreme 3 on it (silent as fuck with noctua fans now and never above 60 degrees). I checked out shops near me, none had a hex bit of the size I needed. Got an ifixit Manta kit. I removed the links on my watch with it, I dissasembled my gtx 1070, I can open up my PS4, PS3 for cleaing (PS4 has bent hdmi port, so now I can open it and fix it) - fixed a Xiaomi Redmi phone. I recommend you check out Gamer Nexus when he tears down those RTX reference cards. You will need some special bits there my boy. That's pc building. If you're talking only about, opening a GPU box and putting it in the PCI slot. then yes, you don't need one :3, you're putting togheter a PC, not building a waterloop or disassembling a gpu (which I would call building) What I'm trying to say is, as a whole they are worth it, you're not just building PC your whole life, other things will break and you might need it, thankfully you can have just one KIT and you'll be ready for anything.

[@hassaniqbal9279]

You lost me on the first tool jimmy, dude its very well built then some of the cheaper stuff out there and ofcourse its gonna have some flexibilty. anyway It is suppose to be a REPAIR KIT and you dont need a kit to build PC all you need is a philips head if thats what you want. eaither way i find these kits very well built quality wise and they can be very versatile.

[@Leo-pd8ww]

It appears a lot of commenters are a little slow. He clearly said he's reviewing it because a lot if techtubers use it for building in sponsored videos. Also many reviews contain things like "don't mind the premium price". That ifixit stuff is actually quite cheap. But yeah, all you need is a philips or flathead and a esd wristband. If you want premium for big internet peepee, get a facom ratchet set.

[@mymatemick]

was this guys idea just to state the obvious when it comes to this...quite literally says "im only talking about this from a PC builder point of view". i understand why this video did not get a tonne of views. and most tech youtubers who build PCs not only just build computers....most of them also do teardowns of graphics cards and laptops, which needs more than your standard toolkit screwdrivers. but hey its content right?

[@lmaooxdd3899]

2:30 bruh...

[@Ziplock9000]

You don't use tweezers to pick up screws, you use the magnetised end of a screwdriver. Less faffing around having to get the right angle etc

[@MistaSierra]

lol, im sure anything more than of pair snips and a phillips driver is bad value for pc builders, so im not sure who would go and buy an advertised as laptop/device repair kit to screw a MB to a chassis lmao.. how' ever iFixit is great for fixing a graphics card or replacing a laser inside an optical disc drive, or swapping out the disc inside a hdd. but yea some people are silly enough to buy 1 of these to build a pc, noobs lol..

[@ice2163]

I have modded games it’s with it and even replaced thermals pastes of consoles that are 8-11 years old and are loud enough to have me worry about it. Now they are quiet.

[@itsgudstuf6485]

That set is actually made for phones and such. Not PCs. If you want a set for PCs, you should get the Mako Kit for $34, It doesn't have the useless jimmying tools or suction cup, instead it's purely comprised of a Screwdriver, 64 bits, and a Flexible Extension.

[@stevejosrph6065]

I think I could use most of the tools shown in your video ... But since you only have use for the Phillips bit then YOU should go to the hardware store and purchase a single Phillips screwdriver for one or two dollars and get off KZbin ...

[@leftovercode]

I dont understand why you bought this kit. For the money you could have bought 2-3 top brand screwdrivers wera, wiha? This for repairs not builds?