Top 10 Best Tool Kits Reviews in 2016

If you have a home, then you definitely need a tool kit. It’s simply a collection of essential tools that you’ll be needing from time to time around the house or even the office. Many manufacturers offer different toolkits, with different designs, colors, the individual tools and of course prices. While the colors and the designs could be considered individual choices, the price of the tool kit, and of course the different types of tools available and their quality, make certain kits more valuable than others.

Which Tools Are most Important?

Some kits offer about 50, 75 or over a hundred different tool pieces, but it’s of no use buying a kit with so many pieces and tools, that never gets used. In evaluating a tool kit and its quality, you should always pay attention to the presence, or not, of the following most basic tools:

– The Hammer: For knocking in nails and for other jobs that require some amount of force.
– Screwdrivers: For fixing electrical appliances, assembling furniture and other tightening jobs.
– Utility knife: For cutting up boxes, packages, wires and ropes.
– Pliers: All-round tools that should never be lacking.
– Level: For hanging pictures and making other measurements.
– Allen Keys: Many modern furnitures and equipments require Allen keys.
– Tape Measure: Quite useful for calculations and installations.

Following are the 10 best tool kits, ranked from number 10 down to number 1, with respect to price, quality, quantity and style.

10. Pittsburgh 130 Piece Kit in a Black Case

This tool kit from Pittsburgh includes everything you could ever need for making repairs around the home, in the office and even the car. It includes a standard sized hammer, pliers, screwdrivers and screwdriver bits, wrenches and locking pliers. The quality of the tools is acceptable and many of the bits are made with chrome steel. The kit also comes with nails and wood screws. In fact, it has everything you need to get most kinds of jobs done, and all for a great price.

9. Trademark Tools 130 Piece Tool Kit

The Trademark tool kit comes with quite durable tools, although its plastic casing could have been made better. This kit even includes a wire-cutter tool in addition to all the standard tools like a claw-hammer, two sets of Allen wrenches, a level, an adjustable wrench, a snap blade razor, pliers, screwdrivers and a 6 ft. (1.8m) steel tape measure. This kit was originally priced at $70, but has been reduced to just $21, making it a great deal you can’t miss.

8. Apollo Tools 53 Piece Tool Kit

In position 8 is this sturdy tool kit from Apollo Tools. The tools themselves are made from very durable and heat treated metal, then chrome plated to prevent corrosion. The carrying case is also great and keeps the tools firmly in place. The tools include a claw hammer, a 12 ft. (3.6) tape measure, a level, long nose pliers, six screwdrivers and a digital voltage meter. There is also a bit driver and twenty 1-inch bits.

7. VonHaus 39 Piece Orange Tool Kit with Plastic Box

With its orange highlights, this tool kit gets extra points for style. It is befitting for both men and women and comes in a sleek box that can be easily carried anywhere. The tool kit includes a claw hammer, a retractable blade knife, pliers, scissors, a package of 8 Allen keys and a 10 ft. (3 meter) measuring tape. If you love fixing things by yourself, as well as like stylish products, then you should love this one.

6. Grip Toolkit for Children

There are certain children who have as much of a passion for DIY as either Daddy or Mommy has. This tool kit was designed exactly for such kids. It is recommended for children starting from the age of 4 years upwards. Adult supervision is also recommended since they are not toys. The kit includes pliers, scissors, an adjustable wrench, a tape measure, screwdrivers and of course, a hammer.

5. Crescent 170 Piece Mechanics Tool Kit

This tool kit is more geared towards mechanics, and not an all-round tool kit. As such it lacks tools like a hammer, utility knife and tape measure. Instead, it is loaded with pliers, Allen keys, and different sizes of other wrenches, bolts, bolt drivers and screwdrivers. It also includes a collection of bits and an adjustable wrench. This tool kit is especially perfect for those who love to work on their cars.

4. Apollo Tools 135 Piece Pink Tool Kit

In position #4 is this pink beauty from Apollo Precision Tools. It’s easy to tell that this one was designed with women in mind, yet nothing stops ‘real men’ from using it anyway. It comes with everything you need to get work done around the house or elsewhere, all tidily packed in a sturdy and beautiful black and pink box. It includes a beautiful claw hammer, scissors, tape measure, utility knife and a cordless screwdriver. Additionally, one dollar from the sale of each of this kit, gets donated towards Breast Cancer Research.

3. Stanley 210 Piece Tool Kit with Storage Case

The Stanley brand has existed since 1843, and is hence a well known brand when it comes to tools. The only tool lacking in this toolkit is a hammer, else, every other type of tool is included. There is an adjustable wrench, a utility knife, a tape, screwdrivers and pliers. There are also sockets and drive tools made from high-quality steel. The tools meet and exceed ANSI specs, as well as come in highly polished chrome finish for good looks and to protect against corrosion.

2. BLACK + DECKER Tool Kit Plus a 20 Volt Cordless Drill

The first kit in this review to include a drill, this package from BLACK + DECKER goes the extra mile to provide you with everything you need in one package. It includes a claw hammer, pliers, screwdrivers, retractable blade knife, a tape measure and multiple bits. The drill contains a 20 Volt lithium ion battery that can hold its charge for up to 18 months. This is the ultimate pack to tackle all sorts of jobs at home or in the office, and with BLACK + DECKER, you can rest assured that you are buying from a well known brand.

1. Stanley 65 Piece Tool Kit

The Stanley 65 piece toolkit is the perfect blend of practicality, quality and price. It is ranked number #1 in this review for these very reasons. The toolkit contains the basic tools you need to get most of your work done. It includes a hammer, a tape rule, a level, utility knife, screwdrivers and mechanic tools. The sturdiness and high quality of this toolkit, coupled with its compactness, makes it a very handy tool kit, and the favorite of many people as well.

If you are considering buying a tool kit for your kid, then the number 6 would be ideal. If you are maybe looking for something more suitable for women, then the number 4 could pique your interest. The number 2 is also great if you need a drill, but if it’s the best all-round tool kit that you are after, then the Stanley 65 piece tool kit, our number #1 pick, should be ideal.