Workpro Socket Set
Score: 85/100
Milwaukee 106pc Ratchet & Socket Set
Score: 88/100Rankings
The Milwaukee 48-22-9486 is a 106-piece ratchet and socket set combining 1/4-inch and 3/8-inch drive tools, stored in a durable PACKOUT™ Low-Profile Organizer. It features 90-tooth ratchets with a 4-degree arc swing for tight spaces and FOUR FLAT™ anti-roll sockets in both SAE and Metric sizes. Its primary limitation is the lack of a 1/2-inch drive, making it less suitable for heavy-duty industrial tasks. It is best suited for professional mechanics and serious DIYers needing portable, high-precision tools.
The WORKPRO 450-Piece Drive Socket Set is a comprehensive mechanics tool kit featuring 1/4", 3/8", and 1/2" drive sizes with CR-V sockets in metric and SAE measurements. It offers exceptional value and versatility for DIYers and home mechanics, though it may lack the heavy-duty durability required for professional industrial use. It is ideal for users needing a complete, organized set for general car repairs and maintenance.
| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
450best | 106 | |
45 teeth | 90 teethbest | |
| ↓ lower better | 43.43 lbs | 1.52 lbsbest |
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| Attribute | | |
|---|---|---|
Set Composition(1) | ||
Total Piece Count | 450 | 106 |
Performance & Mechanics(1) | ||
Ratchet Teeth Count (teeth) | 45 teeth | 90 teeth |
Build & Durability(1) | ||
Surface Finish | Chrome/Phosphate | |
Compatibility & Sizing(3) | ||
Drive Size | 1/4, 3/8, 1/2 | 1/4, 3/8 |
Measurement System | Metric and SAE | SAE and Metric |
Socket Points | 6, 8, 12-Point | 6-Point |
Portability & Storage(2) | ||
Case Type | Blow-Molded Case | PACKOUT Organizer |
Set Weight (lbs) | 43.43 lbs | 1.52 lbs |
Application & Standards(1) | ||
Intended Use | General Mechanics | Professional Mechanics |
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Professional reviewers describe the WORKPRO 450-Piece Drive Socket Set as the best mechanics set under $250, praising its comprehensive coverage of sockets, bits, and wrenches. It is characterized as a definite workhorse with impressive organization and smooth 45-tooth ratchets.
Everyday consumers praise the extensive variety of tools, noting it is perfect for car mechanics, marine work, or general DIY. Users appreciate the wide range of sizes, including Torx bits and deep sockets, and the utility of the storage case.
“best mechanics set under $250”
“definite workhorse”
“perfect for car mechanics, marine work, or general DIY”
Professional reviewers and editors highly rate the Milwaukee 48-22-9486, citing its 90-tooth ratchet and anti-roll sockets as key advantages for professionals and serious DIYers. The PACKOUT™ storage system is praised for its durability, and the comprehensive sizing is considered a major strength for daily use.
Everyday users and mechanics appreciate the tool's ability to access tight spaces and its organized storage solution. The seamless progression of socket sizes is a recurring theme of praise, while the lack of a 1/2-inch drive is noted as a limitation for heavier tasks.
