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Craftsman 230-Piece Home Tool Kit vs Stanley 94-248 65-Piece Tool Kit

Buy the Craftsman 230-piece kit if you want a real mechanic's set with ratchets, sockets and combination wrenches in both SAE and metric. Buy the Stanley 65-piece kit if you mostly hang pictures, assemble furniture and tighten screws around the house. The Craftsman is the heavier, more complete set and its owners rate it well; the Stanley is compact and light but owners report the case is fiddly and some tools feel cheap, with one Phillips tip shearing off.

  • Choose the Craftsman 230-piece kit if you do mechanic-style repairs and want sockets, a ratchet and wrenches in both SAE and metric in one case.
  • Choose the Stanley 65-piece kit if you want a light, compact set for basic household jobs like assembly, picture hanging and cutting boxes.

Prices

  • Craftsman 230-Piece Home Tool Kit: $104.99 at Sears (checked today)
  • Stanley 94-248 65-Piece Tool Kit: $50.95 at Home Depot (checked today)
  • Difference: the Stanley 94-248 65-Piece Tool Kit is $54.04 cheaper than the Craftsman 230-Piece Home Tool Kit today
Craftsman
Craftsman 230-Piece Home Tool Kit

Craftsman 230-Piece Home Tool Kit

4.7(51 ratings)
$104.99at SearsChecked 10 min ago
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Pros
  • 230 pieces cover far more fasteners and jobs
  • Both SAE and metric sockets and wrenches
  • Ratcheting tools, extensions and universal joints included
  • Alloy steel construction
Cons
  • Large case takes up storage space
  • Piece count is overkill for simple household fixes
  • No hammer, tape rule or knife for home tasks
Stanley
Stanley 94-248 65-Piece Homeowner's Tool Kit

Stanley 94-248 65-Piece Tool Kit

Stanley 94-248 65-Piece Homeowner's Tool Kit

4.7(51 ratings)
$50.95at Home DepotChecked 1 h ago
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Pros
  • Compact and light at 3.37 kg
  • Covers common home jobs: hammer, tape rule, knife, level, pliers
  • Max-Drive sockets add torque and reduce fastener wear
  • Organized blow-molded case
Cons
  • Only 65 pieces and no combination wrenches
  • Owners call some tools cheap; a Phillips tip sheared off
  • Case is fiddly to load and close

What separates them

Craftsman 230-Piece Home Tool KitStanley 94-248 65-Piece Tool Kit
Piece count230 pieces65 pieces
Socket and ratchet coverageRatcheting tools with SAE and metric sockets, extension bars and universal joints1/4-inch round-head ratchet with 8 SAE sockets and 30 bits
WrenchesCombination wrenches includedNo combination wrenches; hex keys only
Household extrasBuilt around mechanic repairs; no hammer, tape rule or knife listed13 oz hammer, 16 ft tape rule, 18 mm snap-off knife, torpedo level, pliers
Case size and weight17.7-inch case, larger footprint40.5 x 28 x 8.5 cm case, 3.37 kg
Build and finishAlloy steel with silver finishHardened steel, forged drive tools, Max-Drive sockets
Owner feedbackRated 4.7; praised as the most complete set, though overkill for small jobsRated 4.7; praised as compact and organized, but the case is fiddly and a Phillips tip sheared off

Price history

$144.00$50.95
Oct 29Nov 11
  • Craftsman 230-Piece Home Tool Kit: lowest $104.99 on Nov 11 at Sears.
  • Stanley 94-248 65-Piece Tool Kit: lowest $50.95 on Nov 2 at Home Depot; $50.95 on Nov 11.

Prices at every store

Craftsman 230-Piece Home Tool Kit

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    $144.99Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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  • Lowe'sNew

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    $199.00Free shippingChecked 10 min ago
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  • SearsNew

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    $104.99Checked 10 min ago
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    $139.00Checked Nov 9
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Stanley 94-248 65-Piece Tool Kit

  • Home DepotNew

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    $50.95Free shippingChecked 1 h ago
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  • eBayNew

    Availability unknownSold by essentialsdepot24 (99.7% positive, 43,900 ratings)Returns: Set by the eBay seller; the eBay Money Back Guarantee covers an item that doesn't arrive or isn't as described.

    $53.99Free shippingChecked Nov 9
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Specs compared

SpecCraftsman 230-Piece Home Tool KitStanley 94-248 65-Piece Tool Kit
Set Size230 pieces65 pcs
Measurement SystemSAE, Metric—
RatchetingYes—
ColorSilver—
Included Toolscombination wrenches, extension bars, universal…—
Construction MaterialAlloy Steel—
Power SourceManual—
Tool TypeTool Set—
Dimensions17.7 Inches (45 cm)—
Finishsilver finish—
Adjustability TypeAdjustable—
Use CaseMechanics' repair—
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SpecCraftsman 230-Piece Home Tool KitStanley 94-248 65-Piece Tool Kit
Repair TypeMechanics' repair—
MechanismMechanical—
Typical UsersMechanics—
Number of parts—65 Parts
Case width—40.5 cm
Case depth—28 cm
Case height—8.5 cm
Weight—3.37 kg
Material—Hardened steel
Tape rule length—

What reviewers say

Craftsman 230-Piece Home Tool Kit

  • 4.7 / 551 ratings

Rated 4.7 out of 5 from 51 ratings. Owners value the range of sizes and the ratcheting tools in one case; the main complaints are the size of the case and the piece count being more than light jobs need.

What people mention
  • SelectionPraisedOwners like having sockets, wrenches, extensions and joints together in one case.
  • SAE and metricPraisedHaving both measurement systems means no second kit for inch and metric fasteners.
  • RatchetingPraisedThe included ratchet and ratcheting tools are a draw for repair work.
  • Case sizeCriticisedThe large case takes up more shelf or trunk space than smaller kits.

Stanley 94-248 65-Piece Tool Kit

  • 4.7 / 551 ratings

Reviewers call it a compact, well-organized kit that handles basic assembly and small repairs. Some find the case fiddly and doubt the tools will last under heavy use.

What people mention
  • CaseMixedOwners like that the case keeps tools organized but say locking each tool back into its slot is fiddly and slow.
  • Build qualityCriticisedSome buyers say the tools feel cheap, and one reported the Phillips driver tip shearing off.
  • Tool selectionPraisedReviewers find the set complete for basic household tasks and handy for assembling furniture after a move.
  • PortabilityPraised

Questions and answers

Which is better for working on a car?
The Craftsman. It has 230 pieces with SAE and metric sockets, a ratchet, extensions and combination wrenches. The Stanley has only a 1/4-inch ratchet and 8 sockets, which is too little for most car repairs.
Which is better for a new apartment?
The Stanley. It packs a hammer, tape rule, knife, level and pliers for assembly and picture hanging in a small case. The Craftsman is built for mechanic work and lacks those household basics.
Which set lasts longer?
The Craftsman has the edge on coverage and its owners report fewer failures. Stanley uses forged steel drive tools, but owners report a Phillips tip shearing off and tools that feel cheap.
Is the Craftsman worth stepping up to?
Yes if you turn wrenches regularly or own a car you service yourself. The extra sockets and wrenches in both measurement systems do jobs the Stanley set cannot. For occasional home fixes, the Stanley is enough.
Does the Stanley have SAE and metric?
Yes, but only in hex keys and a small 1/4-inch socket set. It does not include combination wrenches in either system.
Which case is easier to store?
The Stanley. Its case is about 40.5 by 28 by 8.5 cm and weighs 3.37 kg. The Craftsman case is 17.7 inches long and holds 230 pieces, so it needs more shelf or drawer space.

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16 ft.
Snap-off knife size—18 mm
Long nose pliers size—6 inch
Phillips screwdriver size—2 pt.
Flat screwdriver size—6.5 mm
Hex keys metric—8 hex keys-metric
Type—Household
The compact, lightweight case is easy to carry and store.