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GEARWRENCH 83146 16-Inch Tool Tote vs Stark Rolling Tool Bag 20"

The Stark is the better pick for anyone hauling heavy loads across a jobsite: it rolls, holds far more, and carries a 150 lb rating against the GEARWRENCH's 35 lb. The GEARWRENCH 83146 is the better pick for a compact carry tote that stays in the truck or on a bench, with a rigid steel handle and a padded shoulder strap. Owners of rolling bags like the Stark praise the wheels and capacity but note the bulk and that the telescoping handle is the weak point on stairs and curbs. The GEARWRENCH is simpler and tougher in the hand, but it is a carry bag, not a mobile toolbox.

  • Choose the GEARWRENCH 83146 if you want a compact, sturdy carry tote with a steel handle and shoulder strap for tools you move by hand.
  • Choose the Stark 20" Rolling Tool Bag if you haul heavy tool loads across job sites and want wheels, a telescoping handle and much more room.

Prices

  • GEARWRENCH 83146 16-Inch Tool Tote: $54.79 at VirtuColor Supply Tools (checked today)
  • Stark Rolling Tool Bag 20": $83.66 at Walmart (checked today)
  • Difference: the GEARWRENCH 83146 16-Inch Tool Tote is $28.87 cheaper than the Stark Rolling Tool Bag 20" today
GEARWRENCH
GEARWRENCH Tool Tote 83146 16 Inch Metal Handled Bag

GEARWRENCH 83146 16-Inch Tool Tote

GEARWRENCH Tool Tote 83146 16 Inch Metal Handled Bag

$54.79at VirtuColor Supply ToolsChecked 2 h ago
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Pros
  • Rigid steel tube handle with foam grip carries comfortably
  • Padded, removable shoulder strap frees both hands
  • 20 pockets keep small tools sorted
  • Compact and light enough to lift into a truck or onto a shelf
Cons
  • 35 lb limit rules out heavy power tool loads
  • No wheels, so long carries are on your shoulder
  • Small volume for a full tool kit
Stark
Stark Rolling Tool Bag 20" Heavy Duty Portable Tool Tote Telescoping Handle Storage Organizer Tote

Stark Rolling Tool Bag 20"

Stark Rolling Tool Bag 20" Heavy Duty Portable Tool Tote Telescoping Handle Storage Organizer Tote

4.5(33 ratings)
$83.66at WalmartChecked 4 h ago
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Pros
  • Rolls heavy loads instead of carrying them
  • Large 4,200 cu in main compartment fits power tools
  • 150 lb capacity and 22 compartments
  • Water-resistant 600 denier fabric with a tape holder
Cons
  • Bulky and hard to lift on stairs or curbs
  • Telescoping handle is the usual failure point on rolling bags
  • No tray or rigid internal structure

What separates them

GEARWRENCH 83146 16-Inch Tool ToteStark Rolling Tool Bag 20"
MobilityCarry only, with a 42" padded shoulder strap and steel tube handleRolls on all-terrain wheels with a telescoping handle that extends 26" to 41"
Capacity1,280 cu in of storage4,200 cu in of storage, more than three times the volume
Load rating35 lb maximum150 lb weight capacity
Pockets20 pockets: 10 internal, 10 external22 compartments: 14 inside, 8 outside, plus a tape holder
Footprint and weightAbout 4 lb and roughly 16" x 8" x 11", easy to lift into a cab or shelf20" x 12" x 17" and much heavier, awkward on stairs and in tight spaces
BuildAll-weather polyester with a reinforced plastic bottom and rigid steel handle600 denier spun tuff polyester, water resistant, with a telescoping handle
Best useMobile hand-tool carry for automotive and maintenance workJobsite storage for electricians and construction crews with power tools

Price history

  • Stark Rolling Tool Bag 20": lowest $92.95 on Nov 11 at Home Depot; $92.95 on Nov 15.

Prices at every store

GEARWRENCH 83146 16-Inch Tool Tote

  • VirtuColor Supply ToolsNew

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    $54.79Checked 2 h ago
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  • 1 Top ToolsNew

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    $57.89Checked 2 h ago
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  • Palmac ToolsNew

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    $58.10Checked 2 h ago
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  • Tooldom.comNew

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    $68.82Checked 2 h ago
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Stark Rolling Tool Bag 20"

  • WalmartNew

    In stockSold by IHUBDEALReturns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.

    $83.66Free shippingChecked 4 h ago
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    $92.95Free shippingChecked 4 h ago
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    $92.95Free shippingChecked Nov 11
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    In stockSold by IHUBDEAL

    $92.95Free shippingChecked Nov 11
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Specs compared

SpecGEARWRENCH 83146 16-Inch Tool ToteStark Rolling Tool Bag 20"
Width10.00inches / 25.40cm20.0
MaterialPolyester—
Maximum Load35 lb—
Strap Length42" removable adjustable strap—
Internal Pockets10 internal pockets—
External Pockets10 external pockets—
External Height11"—
External Width8.25"—
External Depth16"—
Storage Volume1280inch³—
Weight4.03lbs / 1.83kg—
Length17.60inches / 44.70cm—
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SpecGEARWRENCH 83146 16-Inch Tool ToteStark Rolling Tool Bag 20"
No. of Compartments—22
Height (")—17.0
Depth (")—12.0
Primary Material—Polyester, 600 denier spun tuff polyester mater…
Tool Storage Type—Tool Bag
Weight Capacity—150 lb
Volume Capacity—4200 cu in
Construction Material—Polyester, 600 denier spun tuff polyester mater…
Protection—Water resistant

What reviewers say

Stark Rolling Tool Bag 20"

  • 4.5 / 533 ratings

Questions and answers

Which is better for carrying power tools to a job site?
The Stark. It holds 4,200 cu in and rates 150 lb, enough for drills and saws, and rolls instead of being carried. The GEARWRENCH tops out at 35 lb and 1,280 cu in.
Which lasts longer?
Both use water-resistant polyester. The GEARWRENCH has fewer moving parts, so its steel handle and strap are unlikely to fail. The Stark's wheels and telescoping handle do the work but are the parts most likely to wear or bend.
Is the Stark worth stepping up to over the GEARWRENCH?
If you move heavy tools regularly, yes. The wheels, capacity and load rating change how you work. If your tools fit in a shoulder bag and you value a compact carry, the GEARWRENCH is enough.
Can the GEARWRENCH handle a full mechanic's set?
It holds 20 pockets of hand tools within its 35 lb limit, which suits a core set of wrenches, sockets and screwdrivers. A full master set with power tools will exceed it.
Which is easier to store in a truck or van?
The GEARWRENCH. At about 4 lb and roughly 16" x 8" x 11", it slides onto a shelf or behind a seat. The Stark takes up 20" x 12" x 17" and needs floor space.

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Color
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Black, Blue
Tool Type Compatibility—Electrician, Construction
Configuration Type—Rolling tool bag
Rolling—Yes
Handles—Yes
Wheel Type—All-terrain wheels
Handle Height—26 in - 41 in
Wheel Size—20 in
Number Of Compartments—Large main compartments
Tray Type—No Tray
Handle Type—Telescoping handle, Carrying handles
Finish—Black/Blue
Style—Heavy-duty
Environment—Jobsite
Size—20" Tool Bag