Ratings & Reviews for Kobalt 35 -Piece Metric and standard (SAE) Mechanics Tool Set with Hard Case
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What Customers Are Saying
Customers overwhelmingly praise this compact tool set for accessing tight spaces and hard-to-reach areas, with strong satisfaction for automotive, electronics, and home repair work. The thoughtful assortment of SAE, metric, security Torx, and spline drivers delivers professional-grade performance at fair value. Most reviewers consider it an excellent purchase. However, some report bit and socket retention issues, including components falling out or lacking magnetic grip, occasionally requiring tape or manual pressure. Despite these concerns, the majority find it a worthwhile investment for specialized tasks.
Customer review summary generated by AI, including incentivized reviews.Junk
Would Not RecommendThe socket adapter falls out of the ratchet. It seems there is nothing holding it in place and this is brand new. I went cheap against my better judgment.
Compact kit in solid case, but not small enough
Would Not RecommendCompact kit in solid case. Mechanism feels sloppy, and it’s not as small as other, better-made alternatives so it doesn’t fit in the tightest spaces. They should have chosen smaller sockets. I get that these are popular sizes, but not necessarily for tighter & smaller applications. The driver bits fall out of the handle easily.
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Great a Small
Would RecommendIts a very good item, great for big and small jobs. Easy to pack and carry from one place to another. Nice when working in small or difficult areas.
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Didn't Even make it out of the parking lot.
Would Not RecommendThe sockets and bits are wedged into the slots so tightly, you almost need pliers to get them out. The retention spring that holds the bits into the drive handle is a joke. It looks about the same type metal as a staple. I literally never even got one bit installed before the spring fell out. I put it back in several times, but it kept falling out. I just turned around and went back inside and got a refund.
Great little pck
Would RecommendHas all the tools I need for fixing my massage table in 1kit
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Great, now that they've redid the case
Would RecommendThis is my third set of these, as the previous ones the case broke at the hinge. Now, it's been redesigned and looks fantastic. This is my go-to set for most repairs as its so handy.
Gets the job done
Would RecommendHappy with purchase. Needed this to get into a tight spot on my vehicle. Nice assortment of bits.
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Price is fair for this item.
Would RecommendPerfect assortment of sockets and drivers for work I’m doing currently.
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