Neiko and Tekton. Junk or adequate?
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thegroundpounder99
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Some of it may be decent for DIY but I've looked at some of it and I wouldn't use it professionally.
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Wakefield
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Can I add Titan and Genius to that Question? (just ordered a couple Wright impact sockets)
onarant
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I have a fair amount of Tekton (wrenches, sockets, impact sockets mostly) tools and have been very satisfied with them. I do not use them professionally though. Although I have not had to warranty any of them, it is well documented in this forum how good customer support is.
I would say Tekton is very adequate for me.
I would say Tekton is very adequate for me.
d.mcfarland
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My Neiko bit sockets seem well made and haven't had any issues yet with them.
It all depends on the tool and how you intend to use it.
It all depends on the tool and how you intend to use it.
Fedwrench
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I say you have to judge on a tool by tool basis. 
Tekton, Titan, and Genius all have some great offerings and a few dogs in the mix. I don't think I would buy online sight unseen but, that's just me.
Tekton, Titan, and Genius all have some great offerings and a few dogs in the mix. I don't think I would buy online sight unseen but, that's just me.
FOCUS.FREAK
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I have a few tekton tools. Mostly the impacts. Also I got my friend the 3/8 drive sockets. Great tools. Never had an issue with exchanging. Only had to warranty out one socket.
hancock1701
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I've used Tekton impact socket and wrenches and they're good for me as a DIYer, in terms of quality, value, and price. Had to use Tekton's customer service once, and it was hassle free.
Since we're talking about these brands, I want to add that Capri Tools is also very similarly priced and good quality. I had to get their set of triple square XZN for a transmission job, and it got the job done. Also have their LED worklight, which is extremely nice and well built.
Since we're talking about these brands, I want to add that Capri Tools is also very similarly priced and good quality. I had to get their set of triple square XZN for a transmission job, and it got the job done. Also have their LED worklight, which is extremely nice and well built.
Bigblue&Goldie
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I say you have to judge on a tool by tool basis.
Tekton, Titan, and Genius all have some great offerings and a few dogs in the mix. I don't think I would buy online sight unseen but, that's just me.
This is the right answer for every tool manufacturer from HF up to Snap On.
I've got a set of Tekton combination wrenches and some Neiko long pattern to compare it to. I took some comparison shots of the two maybe as a bit of a data point.
The fact that their logo is just etched on there rather than stamped seems cheap off the bat for the Tekton. You can also see that the stamping for the size markings is a lot sharper on the Neiko. The Tekton looks poorly done. The Neiko is a V style open end that I've seen people suggest is weaker than a conventional open end. Add to that the angle of the open end and the Neiko is awfully thin on one side. That shouldn't be the side transferring force when turning a fastener but I could still see worrying about it.
The finishing inside the open end is nicer on the Neiko, though neither is very special.
The shaping of the box end looks a little nicer on the Tekton than the Neiko. The Neiko finish is smooth but it looks kinda rounded over like it might not bite on a nut as well. It could be some kind of non corner drive design but it more just looks like a "normal" box end rounded over some. The Tekton has a slightly higher offset than the Neiko. I'm not sure what the exact angle is for either.
One other little thing is holding the wrench with both hands and sticking my thumb up in the middle, I can feel it flex a little bit if I really try to bend it. I just tried the same with the same size Wrightgrip and it doesn't flex at all. Also now my thumb hurts.
Finally, a fleet shot for the wrenches I grabbed out of the box for this quick look.
The fact that their logo is just etched on there rather than stamped seems cheap off the bat for the Tekton. You can also see that the stamping for the size markings is a lot sharper on the Neiko. The Tekton looks poorly done. The Neiko is a V style open end that I've seen people suggest is weaker than a conventional open end. Add to that the angle of the open end and the Neiko is awfully thin on one side. That shouldn't be the side transferring force when turning a fastener but I could still see worrying about it.
The finishing inside the open end is nicer on the Neiko, though neither is very special.
The shaping of the box end looks a little nicer on the Tekton than the Neiko. The Neiko finish is smooth but it looks kinda rounded over like it might not bite on a nut as well. It could be some kind of non corner drive design but it more just looks like a "normal" box end rounded over some. The Tekton has a slightly higher offset than the Neiko. I'm not sure what the exact angle is for either.
One other little thing is holding the wrench with both hands and sticking my thumb up in the middle, I can feel it flex a little bit if I really try to bend it. I just tried the same with the same size Wrightgrip and it doesn't flex at all. Also now my thumb hurts.
Finally, a fleet shot for the wrenches I grabbed out of the box for this quick look.
Tekton has USA made tools too, keep that in mind. None of their stuff is going to be Snap-on quality BUT a lot of their tools are very good for the price. Their USA-made slip-joint pliers are very nice. Their USA-made screwdrivers are also quite nice...but on these you can see where they skimped, they aren't as nicely machined as a Witte or Snap-on. The tips are even and well cut but they are sharp on the edges...but they're also over 80% cheaper than tool truck tools.
lightning02
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Which tekton wrench is that? They make couple diff kinds. Budget one and a higher end one.
theoldwizard1
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Neiko drill bits are better than your average no name Chinese drill Bits.
you will find that tekton has a larger selection of better looking tools(if that means anything). neiko has some ok stuff, but its hit or miss. there is a liquidation center locally that has tons of neiko. some of it looks on par with other higher end cheap tools(LOL) and some of it looks like its been rejected from harbor freights old stock.
hancock1701
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Tekton offers different sets at different price points. This is their better set:
http://www.amazon.com/TEKTON-18792-Polished-Combination-Wrench/dp/B00OZJN3PQ/ref=pd_sim_469_8?ie=UTF8&refRID=1MMSG3N6HSS2JWMKRX4W
K-Dog
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The Neiko step bits are pretty impressive for me.
I have a set of the large vise grips / clamps by Tekton and they are just fine. Not great. Just fine.
I have a set of the large vise grips / clamps by Tekton and they are just fine. Not great. Just fine.
Ainsley
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I have a set of stubby length neiko twist bits and they seem pretty decent. About the only ones I could find with flats on the shaft.
Genius makes some really, really nice 1/4 drive stuff. The ratchets are nothing spectacular but the sockets and extensions are very well made and have a nice grip on the sockets so you can turn them by hand.
I say you have to judge on a tool by tool basis.
This is very much true. I've seen lots of times where a **** brand makes the odd really well built tool.
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