Bosch has officially announced their new L-Boxx Contractor tool box system, which will be “available soon,” at least in Europe.
According to the launch page, the Bosch Contractor tool box will be “fully compatible” with L-Boxxes, L-Boxx Contractor cases, and ProClick attachments and accessories.
Features include large all-terrain wheels and a fully retractable handle “for storage on any pickup truck bed,” which seems like an unusual selling point for European launch info.
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The tool box system features impact-resistant construction and IP65 weather and dust protection.
It also has metal-reinforced corners that I assume will double as accessory attachment rails.
Dimensions: 530mm deep (~20.9″) x 559mm wide (22″) x 936mm tall (~36.9).
Price: 531 Euros excluding VAT (~$616 USD)
That’s the “recommended retail price,” and hopefully it’s not accurate.
Here’s a screen capture of the launch info page, which was auto-translated by the browser.
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This is the only info presented by Bosch so far.
Bosch and Sortimo concept art shows that there could be drawers.
I’d like to see more. Frankly speaking, I think the rollout could use more of Bosch’s “Like a Bosch” type of marketing excitement.
Here’s our earlier coverage of the new Bosch tool box system:
Misc Tool Talk – August 9, 2024
First Look at the Bosch L-Boxx Contractor Tool Box System
Bosch UK: L-Boxx Contractor Tool Box System Pushed into 2026
Jared
It looks good. Is that a front-mounted push-button release? Interesting to see aspects from the concept art actually carry over.
No surprises or obvious disappointments – though I can’t see it generating a lot of enthusiasm in the North American market without at least signaling future expansion to drawers, baskets, work surfaces, etc. It just doesn’t seem viable to me to launch a 3-box tower, even if it’s good(and turns out to be cheaper), without a promise of more.
Josh Christianson
“No surprises or obvious disappointments” is absolutely wild to say.
They stole milwaukees design from 10 years ago, added some tough built rail slots and added some rubber seals. How does this not a disappointment?! This is Bosch doing what Bosch does, half a decade late and just a copy with one positive new feature, the IP rating. Have higher standards, please, you and the tool industry only get worse with this mentality. The fact they can’t even understand milwaukee has been desperately trying to get rid of this exact stack for 2 years now tells you everything you need to know. Bosch has enough money, they don’t need you advertising for them.
bwh
So…. Another packout?
John Blair
Another Packout, ToughSystem, StackTech, MakTrak, Modbox, Ridgid, Ryobi, Husky… umm.. everyone else competitor. It may be a crowded field, but at least their price is ridicously high to encourage us to not try another system.
Ry
They should have started with a draw system. It’s something that all the other brands aren’t really prioritising but I think are actually more useful than the top openers if done well. Especially if your mostly in a workshop
Ciccio
No draws, could be they will add more item in the future .
Good to have something new, overall the old system needed an update anyway.
I don’t think Bosch will go crazy like Yellow and Red, if they come the the US market with this stackable boxes
Esthetically i like it .
S
It’s interesting their introductory stack is nearly identical to the standard packout stack.
I almost never see that whole 3unit stack on job sites, but the prevalence of it in marketing material must mean it’s a strong seller.
Roger
It’s like every quarter some brand makes me facepalm for the amount of way ahead time Dewalt Toughsystem and Tstack had to corner the market, promote, and develop. It’s like they just simply didn’t give a snit until somebody else jumped on. But now it’s way too late and way too behind. I like TS and Tstack. I have a wall dedicated to the system. Even 2.0 is already late on arrival. (Facepalm)
As for the post’s topic. It looks like a blue Klien.
Will
Well said! Dewalt blew it big with this one. I have toughsystem also, the racking system is it’s stand out feature and they don’t even seem to market it. Never seen the cart on display ever and they discontinued the van racking. Milwaukee just released van racking that is outrageously priced and bulky. Dewalts system was reasonable priced and the arms folded out of the way when not in use.
LGonToolGuy'd
If I were to invest in a box system, I would desire a 20yr commitment to it. Like, Milwaukee seems to be one of the only ones that has kept their format for more than 5yr (half-humor).
To others, what makes you confident or weary in new or traditional box systems?
Peter
I am not really thinking that far ahead but I am like 10 years in this market.
But similar to multiple battery platforms I have no problem mixing things up.
Right now I have three different tool box platforms and a 4th, thanks to toolguyd ;-), on the way which is the Dewalt Tstak.
Otherwise I have Systainer (all Festool), Tanos (Bosch/Tekton) and Rigid.
S
I think 20 years is far too long. Even 10 is pushing it. 5 is about the maximum for most trends.
And even more ironic, see the new Ryobi tool under this announcement. There’s all sorts of comments about ‘status’ with that brand. And Ryobi is the only manufacturer that maintained battery compatibility from their old nimh packs to the new lithium packs. All the other mainstream brands altered the attachment method, requiring entirely different batteries.
So if your setting up for long term tool investing, Ryobi power tools should be at the top of your list.
Stuart
https://toolguyd.com/modular-tool-boxes-timeline/
Festool’s Systainer line has been around the longest, with the modern T-Loc now more than 12 years old.
Bosch/Sortimo L-Boxx is more than 12 years old and the new Contractor system is compatible.
Dewalt ToughSystem is 14 years old, and ToughSystem 2.0 is nearly completely compatible.
Dewalt Tstak is 13 years old.
Ridgid’s Pro Gear system is around 11 years old.
Milwaukee Packout is now 8 years old, and given its market share it’ll be around for a very long time.
While Ryobi maintained their battery form factor, they really have no equal competition in the 18V-class DIY tool space.
Other brands maintained compatibility for a very long time now. Hilti shifted to a new system recently but they have an adapter to ease the transition.
I think that 5 years is a good test of a brand’s commitment to their tool box systems.
Even then, Ryobi hasn’t expanded their LINK system recently, but there are no signs of major trouble.
LGonToolGuy'd
This is the reason the comments section is worth its weight in gold.
LGonToolGuy'd
I’m a little confused and want to seek clarification rather than spout off a smart-alleck remark.
Are you stating that expecting 10 years for a stackable tool box standard is pushing it and that stackable tool box standards would be ideal if existing for five years?
Mattm
This comment is Redic. Bosch l boxx and battery systems are the same for 20+ years. If you want to buy garbage HD ryobi be my guest…
Frank D.
I should get this to honor my bosch tools, that live in custom foam cut packouts … except they live in the small size single packouts and a drawer set. So the default pack … and its price … yeah, sorry.