Kobalt

An Unexciting Visit to My Lowe’s Tool Department (March 2019)

Mar 22, 2019 Stuart 100 Comments

Has your Lowes store made major changes to their Kobalt and Craftsman tool offerings yet? Read More

Editorial

Harbor Freight Icon Hand Tool Pricing Compared to Other Brands

Mar 11, 2019 Stuart 49 Comments

Harbor Freight released new Icon hand tools. Here’s a price comparison example. Read More

Editorial, Mechanics' Tools, New Tools, Sockets & Drive Tools

The Best Cordless Power Tool Brand for DIYers? 2019 Edition

Nov 17, 2018 Stuart 74 Comments

Here’s a quick discussion of the strengths and weaknesses of the top 5 cordless power tool brands for DIYers. Read More

Cordless, Editorial

All the Black Friday 2018 Table Saw Deals We Know About

Nov 17, 2018 Stuart 35 Comments

Here’s a look at the upcoming Black Friday 2018 table saw deals that we know about. Read More

DealGuyd, Saws, Woodworking

7 More Pre-Black Friday 2018 Cordless Power Tool Deals – Milwaukee, Dewalt, Metabo, Ridgid, Kobalt

Nov 16, 2018 Stuart 27 Comments

Here are a couple more cordless power tool deals you might be interested in. Read More

DealGuyd

There’s a New Kobalt Tools Store on Amazon??

Nov 16, 2018 Stuart 37 Comments

How unusual – Kobalt Tools is now selling Kobalt tools on Amazon. Read More

News

Kobalt 24V Max Cordless Miter Saw

Nov 11, 2018 Stuart 27 Comments

Kobalt has come out with a new 24V Max cordless brushless 7-1/4″ sliding miter saw. Read More

Cordless, New Tools, Saws, Woodworking

Will Lowes Replace Kobalt Tools with Craftsman Products?

Sep 7, 2018 Stuart 114 Comments

Will Lowes phase Kobalt tools out in favor of Craftsman offerings? Possibly, but probably only on a limited scale. Read More

Editorial

New? Kobalt 41″ Toolboxes With Slide-Out Pegboard

Sep 6, 2018 Benjamen 39 Comments

Kobalt updated their stainless steel tool storage combo with vertical pegboard drawers. Read More

New Tools, Storage & Organization

New Kobalt Tool Cabinet Carts (3000 Series)

Jul 9, 2018 Stuart 19 Comments

Lowes has come out with new Kobalt 3000-series tool cabinet carts. Read More

New Tools, Storage & Organization

Black Friday 2017 Miter Saw Deals

Nov 21, 2017 Stuart 40 Comments

As requested, here’s a look at all the Black Friday 2017 miter saw deals that we’ve been tracking. Read More

DealGuyd, Saws, Woodworking

New Kobalt Tool Storage Combo is More Than a Little Different

Nov 13, 2017 Stuart 22 Comments

This new Kobalt tool storage setup is different than anything I’ve seen before. Read More

New Tools, Storage & Organization

Kobalt Pro90 Ratchets

Oct 27, 2017 Stuart 47 Comments

Kobalt’s out with some new 90-tooth ratchets, and the set of 3 ratchets is priced at $30. Read More

New Tools, Sockets & Drive Tools

Kobalt Cordless Drill Holder

Oct 10, 2017 Stuart 24 Comments

Kobalt has come out with a simple but seemingly effective drill/driver holder. Read More

New Tools, Storage & Organization

Which is the Best Cordless Power Tool Brand?

Jun 19, 2017 Stuart 247 Comments

Which is the best cordless power tool brand? Read More

Buying Guides, Cordless, Editorial, Tool Reviews

Kobalt Charging Station and Tool Storage Wall Cabinet

May 23, 2017 Stuart 65 Comments

Kobalt has come out with a new wall-mounted charging station and tool dock. Read More

Cordless, New Tools, Storage & Organization

New White Kobalt 41″ Tool Chest Combo

Feb 27, 2017 Benjamen 24 Comments

Kobalt has come out with a new 41″ tool storage combo in white, and there are several other new colors if you’re willing to spend [a lot] more. Read More

Awesome & Cool, New Tools, Storage & Organization

Kobalt Gearless Ratcheting Wrenches

Jan 11, 2017 Benjamen 20 Comments

These Kobalt gearless ratcheting wrenches allow you to “make the most of every swing” in confined spaces. 7pc sets in Metric or SAE sizes are $20 each. Read More

Hand Tools, Wrenches

Deal of the Day: Kobalt 24V Max Brushless Drill Kit for $99 (11/18/2016)

Nov 18, 2016 Stuart 24 Comments

Today only, save a bunch of money on this Kobalt 24V Max brushless drill/driver kit. Read More

Cordless, DealGuyd, Drills & Drivers

Speaking of Laser Distance Measurers, Kobalt’s is Now on Sale

Nov 11, 2016 Stuart 17 Comments

Kobalt’s new laser distance measuring tool has dropped in price to $20! Boy does it have a nice display! Read More

DealGuyd, Layout & Measuring, New Tools, Tool Reviews

Tim D. on Cordless Power Tool Trends: Bluetooth Connectivity vs. Built-in Features: ““All of this enables faster iteration on the manufacturer’s part. Is it BS? I mean, sure. But it gets tools…”
Chris on Cordless Power Tool Trends: Bluetooth Connectivity vs. Built-in Features: “I think it’s a good system for contractors to keep track of company tools. For the homeowner, not wort it.…”
John on Cordless Power Tool Trends: Bluetooth Connectivity vs. Built-in Features: “BT connectivity with tools, the added R&D, the added cost, the waste of resources, the lack of need or use…”
Jamie on Cordless Power Tool Trends: Bluetooth Connectivity vs. Built-in Features: “I’d bet that almost no pros will never use the Bluetooth features using the app. It’s too much work and…”
Stuart on Save 15% on 3 Dewalt Made in USA Tools, or 10% on 2, thru 5/31/19: “Frankly, I have no idea. Promos this time of year can be very uncertain. To answer the…”
The What? on Cordless Power Tool Trends: Bluetooth Connectivity vs. Built-in Features: “Clark hit the nail on the head with what should be done with connectivity and the skill set of the…”