There are an increasing number of fancy tool roll options, often pushing above the $100 price point.
Bucket Boss, which specializes in soft tool storage – such as pouches, tool rolls, bags – has a Super Tool Roll for ~$34.
This is one of the more basic designs I’ve seen. I’m thinking it could be a good choice for beginners looking to test out the concept before splurging on a much more premium-priced option, or maybe a one-stop solution for others.
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The Bucket Boss Super Tool Roll features 6 zippered pockets, carrying handle, quick-release buckle closure, and metal grommets for hanging in vertically on hooks or screws.
It measures 14.5″ x 6″ when rolled up, and 26″ x 14.5″ when open.
The tool roll is made from “heavy-duty Duckwear canvas” which Bucket Boss says will absorb tool oil over time “like a well-oiled baseball glove,” rather than “turning into oil slicks” like polyester.
I can find cheap generic non-branded options for around $28-$30 in online marketplaces. This one is only a couple of dollars more, and backed by a reputable pro-quality brand.
Price: ~$34
In contrast, Veto Pro Pac has a modular tool roll with removable pouches for $175 – see it at Acme Tools.
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There are other names in the market, such as Atlas46, and now Tekton is also making premium tool rolls in small batches.
It can be difficult to justify $100+ and even $150+ on a tool roll, or at least I feel that’s the case when trying out new-to-me tool storage products. Starting off with a more basic model like the Bucket Boss can help pave the road towards an upgrade, satisfy all of your tool portable tool storage needs, or prove that the concept is not for you, without risking a larger sum of money.
Jason Watkins
Can someone fill me in on what field uses these and why?
James
I’ve tried them. Never worked for me, but I keep one on my motorcycle as an emergency tool kit (although the odds of me calling CAA are way higher than trying to do roadside repairs)….
Derek
Tekton just rolled out some of these as well. Seems to be similar pricing to the Veto bags.
IronWood
The Veto pricing is insane for this. Guys in the shipyard used them for packing sockets or small wrenches, general mechanic type tools that you can throw in a bucket quickly. I like them, but premium pricing is ridiculous for these. I’ll check out the bucket boss ones
Paul
MADE IN USA (Honorable Mention) is SOE Tactical Gear on their website originalsoegear is the “TOOL Roll Up” for $75.00 with removeable socket/tool pouches!
Mitherial
I have this Bucket-Boss roll — it is not as nice as the fancier options in terms of materials and “build quality,” but is a fabulous value as Stuart says.
My favorite more expensive “tool-roll-adjacent” option are these modular-rectangular “Blue Ridge Overland Gear Tool Bags”: https://www.blueridgeoverlandgear.com/collections/tools/products/blue-ridge-overland-gear-tool-bag
Not cheap, but I keep one loaded up with my preferred tools in all of my vehicles.