ToolVault — Pro Tools vs Budget Alternatives

Power Tools · General contractors

Cordless Drill/Driver

SAVE 50%

What the pros buy

DeWalt DCD800 20V MAX XR

$199

· Brushless motor
· 2-speed gearbox
· 3-year warranty
· LED ring light

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Budget alternative

Ryobi ONE+ HP Brushless

$99

· Brushless motor
· 2-speed gearbox
· 3-year warranty
· Shares 300+ tool battery

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Power Tools · Deck builders

Impact Driver

SAVE 44%

What the pros buy

Milwaukee M18 FUEL Surge

$229

· 1,800 in-lbs torque
· Hydraulic quiet drive
· 4 speed modes
· 5-year warranty

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Budget alternative

Metabo HPT 18V Triple Hammer

$129

· 1,832 in-lbs torque
· Low-noise mode
· 3 speed modes
· Lifetime tool warranty

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Power Tools · Framers

7-1/4 in. Circular Saw

SAVE 42%

What the pros buy

Makita 5007MG Magnesium

$189

· 15 amp motor
· Magnesium shoe
· Built-in LED
· Electric brake

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Budget alternative

Skilsaw SPT67WL-01

$109

· 15 amp motor
· Magnesium shoe
· Dual-field motor
· Spindle lock

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Power Tools · Remodelers

Oscillating Multi-Tool

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What the pros buy

Fein MultiMaster AMM 500

$349

· StarlockPlus interface
· Variable speed
· Low vibration
· 3-year warranty

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Budget alternative

Genesis GMT15A Corded

$39

· Universal blade adapter
· Variable speed
· Quick-change clamp
· 2-year warranty

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Hand Tools · Every trade

25 ft. Tape Measure

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What the pros buy

Stanley FatMax 25 ft.

$32

· 11 ft standout
· BladeArmor coating
· Mylar blade
· Belt clip

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Budget alternative

Komelon Self-Lock 25 ft.

$14

· 9 ft standout
· Nylon-coated blade
· Self-locking blade
· Belt clip

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Hand Tools · Maintenance techs

Adjustable Wrench Set

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What the pros buy

Channellock WideAzz 3-Pc

$89

· Forged steel
· Wide jaw capacity
· Laser-etched scale
· Made in USA

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Budget alternative

Crescent AC3PC 3-Pc

$34

· Forged steel
· Standard jaw capacity
· Machined scale
· Lifetime warranty

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Hand Tools · Electricians

Screwdriver Set

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What the pros buy

Wera Kraftform Kompakt 20

$119

· Lasertip bits
· Ergonomic handle
· Bit holder pouch
· German-made

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Budget alternative

Klein 11-in-1 Screwdriver

$24

· 11 tips in one
· Cushion grip
· Nut driver shaft
· Lifetime warranty

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Lawn & Garden · Landscape crews

String Trimmer

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What the pros buy

STIHL FS 91 R Pro

$399

· Commercial gas engine
· Straight shaft
· Anti-vibration
· Dealer service

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Budget alternative

EGO Power+ ST1521S 56V

$199

· Brushless electric
· Straight shaft
· Carbon fiber option
· 5-year warranty

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Lawn & Garden · Property maintenance

Leaf Blower

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What the pros buy

Husqvarna 350BT Backpack

$349

· 494 CFM
· Backpack harness
· 2-cycle engine
· Cruise control

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Budget alternative

Greenworks 80V Handheld

$159

· 580 CFM
· Handheld
· Brushless electric
· 4-year warranty

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Lawn & Garden · Exterior cleaning pros

Pressure Washer

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What the pros buy

Simpson ALH3228-S 3300 PSI

$749

· Honda GX200 engine
· AAA triplex pump
· 50 ft hose
· 5 nozzles

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Budget alternative

Sun Joe SPX3000 Electric

$159

· 2030 PSI
· Dual detergent tanks
· 20 ft hose
· 5 nozzles

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Automotive · Auto techs

Mechanic's Socket Set

SAVE 88%

What the pros buy

Snap-on 172-Pc Master Set

$1,899

· Flank drive plus
· Truck-route service
· Lifetime warranty
· Foam tray storage

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Budget alternative

Tekton 1/4-1/2 in. 145-Pc

$219

· 6-point sockets
· Direct replacement policy
· Lifetime warranty
· Case storage

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Automotive · Tire shops

1/2 in. Torque Wrench

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What the pros buy

CDI 2503MFRMH Torque Wrench

$249

· ±3% accuracy
· Certificate of calibration
· Dual scale
· Made in USA

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Budget alternative

EPAuto 1/2 in. Click Torque

$39

· ±4% accuracy
· Calibration report
· Dual scale
· Hard case

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Automotive · Independent garages

OBD2 Scanner

SAVE 84%

What the pros buy

Snap-on Solus Edge

$2,495

· Bi-directional control
· OEM coverage
· Guided diagnostics
· Annual updates

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Budget alternative

Autel MaxiCOM MK808S

$399

· Bi-directional control
· Broad OEM coverage
· 28 service functions
· 1-year updates

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Plumbing · Plumbers

18 in. Pipe Wrench

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What the pros buy

RIDGID 18 in. Heavy-Duty

$89

· Ductile iron housing
· Replaceable jaws
· Lifetime warranty
· Made in USA

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Budget alternative

Husky 18 in. Cast Iron

$34

· Cast iron housing
· Replaceable jaws
· Lifetime warranty
· Self-cleaning threads

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Plumbing · Service plumbers

Drain Auger

SAVE 86%

What the pros buy

RIDGID K-45AF Sink Machine

$429

· Autofeed
· Variable speed
· Interchangeable drums
· Pro service parts

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Budget alternative

DrainX Pro 25 ft. Auger

$59

· Drill-powered
· Variable speed via drill
· Steel cable
· Storage bag

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Electrical · Electricians

Digital Multimeter

SAVE 63%

What the pros buy

Fluke 117 True RMS

$239

· True RMS
· CAT III 600V
· VoltAlert detection
· 3-year warranty

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Budget alternative

Klein MM600 True RMS

$89

· True RMS
· CAT III 1000V
· Temp + capacitance
· 2-year warranty

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Electrical · Residential wiremen

Wire Strippers

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What the pros buy

Knipex Self-Adjusting 12 42

$79

· Self-adjusting
· Precision blades
· Length stop
· German-made

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Budget alternative

Klein 11055 Klein-Kurve

$22

· Manual gauge holes
· Shear + loop holes
· Cushion grip
· Lifetime warranty

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Painting · Painting contractors

Airless Paint Sprayer

SAVE 69%

What the pros buy

Graco Magnum ProX19

$899

· 0.34 GPM
· Stainless piston pump
· Hose up to 150 ft
· Pro-grade gun

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Budget alternative

Wagner Control Pro 130

$279

· 0.29 GPM
· High-efficiency airless
· 25 ft hose
· Low overspray

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Painting · Finish painters

Paint Brush Set

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What the pros buy

Purdy XL 3-Brush Set

$52

· Nylon/poly blend
· Alderwood handle
· Chiseled edge
· Reusable many jobs

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Budget alternative

Pro Grade 5-Brush Set

$17

· Synthetic filament
· Wood handle
· Chiseled edge
· Includes 5 sizes

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Woodworking · Trim carpenters

Jobsite Table Saw

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What the pros buy

SawStop Jobsite Saw Pro

$1,599

· Blade-brake safety
· 24.5 in rip
· Dust collection
· Mobile cart

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Budget alternative

DeWalt DWE7485 Compact

$349

· Rack-and-pinion fence
· 24.5 in rip
· Dust port
· Site-Pro guarding

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Woodworking · Cabinet shops

Random Orbit Sander

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What the pros buy

Festool ETS 125 REQ

$429

· Ultra-low vibration
· Systainer case
· Superior dust extraction
· 3-year warranty

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Budget alternative

Bosch ROS20VSC

$79

· Variable speed
· Carry bag
· Microfilter dust canister
· Pad dampening

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Safety Gear · All trades

Work Gloves

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What the pros buy

Mechanix M-Pact Cut A5

$42

· ANSI A5 cut
· Impact knuckle guards
· Touchscreen tips
· Reinforced palm

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Budget alternative

Ironclad Command A4

$18

· ANSI A4 cut
· Padded palm
· Touchscreen tips
· Machine washable

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Safety Gear · Demo crews

Hearing Protection

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What the pros buy

3M WorkTunes Connect+

$89

· 24 dB NRR
· Bluetooth audio
· Mic for calls
· Padded headband

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Budget alternative

Pro For Sho 34 dB Muffs

$25

· 34 dB NRR
· No electronics
· Foldable
· Padded headband

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Storage · Mobile techs

Rolling Tool Box

SAVE 49%

What the pros buy

Milwaukee PACKOUT 3-Pc Set

$349

· IP65 weather seal
· 250 lb capacity
· Impact-resistant
· Modular locking

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Budget alternative

Husky Build-Out 3-Pc Set

$178

· Weather seal
· 220 lb capacity
· Impact-resistant
· Modular locking

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Storage · Service techs

Open-Top Tool Bag

SAVE 75%

What the pros buy

Veto Pro Pac TECH MC

$239

· Injection-molded base
· 56 pockets
· 5-year warranty
· Weatherproof fabric

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Budget alternative

Klein Tradesman Pro 14 in.

$59

· Molded base
· 42 pockets
· 1-year warranty
· Orange interior liner

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