Neiko Tools PASS or FAIL thread....

[KAOTIK Motorsports]

Ok guys are these worth the money or not?

Neiko 60pc master Torx star socket bit set - ($63 Amazon)

Neiko 60pc master Long Torx socket bit set - ($70 Amazon)

 

[ctjohnson]

I wouldn't buy anything from them. Putting USA in their name is just deceptive business and I will not support it.

 

[KAOTIK Motorsports]

I wouldn't buy anything from them. Putting USA in their name is just deceptive business and I will not support it.

USA don't bother me at all since it won't be for a EVERYDAY use....
Just gonna be for my personal projects at home....

Don't get me wrong I got SOME stuff that's name brand like SnapOn (which I might add has Made in Spain on them)

So it really does not matter to me at all...

 

[Olafur]

I don't have any Neiko tools but when searching ebay for cheapest bit sockets with bits from S2 steel - this name came up.

If this is the same "S2" steel as Toptul uses in it's bits sockets it's a bargain.

 

[KAOTIK Motorsports]

I don't have any Neiko tools but when searching ebay for cheapest bit sockets with bits from S2 steel - this name came up.

If this is the same "S2" steel as Toptul uses in it's bits sockets it's a bargain.

Ya bro I agree man.... I think it's a bargain anyway... Especially when compared to them high dollar SnapOn versions and then also in these sets you get 60pcs each set and the SnapOn sets you get way less for bout 3-4 times the money

 

[NWphotog]

I thought Neiko was just rebranded Harbor Freight?

 

[thesilverone]

more ****

 

[92integra]

well being as i actually own the 60 piece set ill set f*** yeah theres bang for buck to be had with these tools! they have stood up well for about the 10-15 times ive had to bust them out in about 3 months that ive owned them. just jump on it buy it better to have a tool you need then not have one becuase you couldnt afford tool truck price's...

ps i also bought the allen set and long allen set in metric all those have seen more use and a tearing it up every day. go for it kaotic you'll be happy with them.

 

[ctjohnson]

USA don't bother me at all since it won't be for a EVERYDAY use....
Just gonna be for my personal projects at home....

Don't get me wrong I got SOME stuff that's name brand like SnapOn (which I might add has Made in Spain on them)

So it really does not matter to me at all...

I wasn't saying it was bad because it's foriegn. It just annoys me that all their tools are listed on ebay as "Neiko Tools USA" when they are not made in USA. I might consider a seldom used item from them, but their blatant false marketing leads me to choose other manufacturers.

 

[MRunabout]

I have a few of their set I get off Amazon. I have their metric hex and long hex socket set which have worked pretty well with me putting a fair amount of torque on them through my long handle 3/8" SO ratchet. I also have a Snap On hex set but my friend/coworker uses it all the time and I didn't see the point in spending so much money on another set.

 

[woodstockva]

I own the Neiko XZN set & the Hex bit set. They are identical to ATD sets....not Harbor Freight.

I have had no issues with them, and they work great.

For the Torx set, I picked up the TEKTON set.....not as many sockets, but I am very happy with it. You may want to check it out. Lifetime warranty.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A50NBMO/?tag=atomicindus08-20

I know with the Neiko set, you break one, you are S.O.L.

I would suggest reading the amazon reviews from actual owners....

 

[jdmstr]

I used a neiko cordless impact a buddy of mine had at work before said it had 375 ft/lb of torque thing was absolute garbage. I wouldnt buy any neiko tools, Better off with jh williams import in that price range

 

[kball]

I got these and they've been great so far.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0016KD0H8/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[NWphotog]

I own the Neiko XZN set & the Hex bit set. They are identical to ATD sets....not Harbor Freight.

I have had no issues with them, and they work great.

For the Torx set, I picked up the TEKTON set.....not as many sockets, but I am very happy with it. You may want to check it out. Lifetime warranty.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A50NBMO/?tag=atomicindus08-20

I know with the Neiko set, you break one, you are S.O.L.

I would suggest reading the amazon reviews from actual owners....

Looks like a nice set.

 

[Bigblue&Goldie]

I would go VMI if on a budget. This is the same company that Cornwell sources from, so I would make the assumption they are of above average quality for Asian tools since Cornwell choses to put their name on them. FWIW, I own the Cornwell set and they are ok, a little softer than I would prefer.

 

[genevabuck]

I own thousands of dollars worth of MAC and Snap On. I bought that set and they are solid. I challenge any of the fan boys to prove otherwise. I wont deny that most Neiko is subpar, but these sockets have been solid for me. Hell, I have broken quite a few truck tools too.

 

[KAOTIK Motorsports]

Ya guys I just can't see spending $300-$400 on a set from off the SnapOn truck when these will work just fine for my needs of occasional use at home working on my personal projects....

And ya I'm gonna have to check out the hex socket sets also.... Shorts and longs both

 

[KAOTIK Motorsports]

Thinking bout all these also....

10pc xzn triple square socket bit set (short)

10pc xzn triple square socket bit set (long)

13pc hex head socket bit set (short) (SAE)

13pc hex head socket bit set (short) (metric)

7pc hex head socket bit set (long) (SAE)

7pc hex head socket bit set (long) (metric)


Or should I do the master set of the short hex head sockets....????

32pc MASTER hex head socket bit set (short) (SAE & metric)

 

[nicksnothereman]

Ok guys are these worth the money or not?

Neiko 60pc master Torx star socket bit set - ($63 Amazon)

Neiko 60pc master Long Torx socket bit set - ($70 Amazon)

I wouldn't spend that much on a set of stuff that I rarely use. But...if you feel the need to buy it most people are okay with their stuff from what I've heard on here oh wait that's not neiko it's sunex. I'd say no on the neiko unless there's nothing comparable in this price range or you see how their bit socket tools generally review.

 

[carterbeauford]

do you you need tamper resistant torx bits? this set is better quality.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000NICFSE/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[nickjj]

Cheaper version of the same thing?

http://www.etoolscity.com/capri-tools-60-piece-master-torx-star-socket-set

 

[Farmall450]

I have the left handed drill bits, the organizer is nice and the bits seem OK. Haven't had to use them yet.

 

[dips hit]

I own a couple of the smaller sets shown earlier and for my needs they have been excellent. I am not a pro, but for the few repairs I've done on my VW I am very pleased with them.

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[KAOTIK Motorsports]

do you you need tamper resistant torx bits? this set is better quality.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000NICFSE/?tag=atomicindus08-20

Ya I agree better quality, but also a lil stiffer on the pocket book too

 

[d.mcfarland]

Bringing back an old thread for an update. Neiko and Capri are identical to the ATD as well.

Capri claims to be the "direct manufacturer".

 

[shaggymutt1]

They have the easiest extensions to break I have ever used!

 

[Sam'sAutoParts]

From my experience with them the stuff marked NEIKO Pro is good, have a set of screwdrivers and I like them.

 

[1950mercury]

They look alot like the cornwell sets i wonder if cornwell rebrands them

 

[jonti48310]

more ****

Have you tried them?

 

[rancherbill]

I bought this set and I an very happy with them. Great quality at a good price.
http://www.amazon.com/Screw-Extractor-Broken-Remover-Drill/dp/B006YDQ812/ref=sr_1_4?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1411271220&sr=1-4&keywords=neiko+screw+extractor+set

 

[d.mcfarland]

Picked up these Capri Tools hex sockets for $15 and free shipping on Amazon. They are the same as the Neiko so I figured I would post them here.

The initial quality seems good. Everything checks out and the hex part is in the socket square. I checked the size with my sockets and the size seems very very good.

I took a picture of the included sizes so everyone can see that the infamous 7mm that Ford randomly uses is included!

I will hopefully get to use these soon and will report back with my impressions and pictures of the used sockets.

 

[d.mcfarland]

Updating my usage of these sockets:

The sockets worked extremely well and I was pleasantly surprised with them.

The Good: strong, bit took no damage, fit was spectacular

The Bad: The sockets didn't hold onto the ratchet or extension very tightly

Overall very please for less than $15 shipped

 

[kage860]

Just to add to the discussion:

I have the Capri version of the master torx set and I am very happy with the few times I've used them. The worst of which was stripped hex retaining screws in front brake rotors that I needed to remove. Not having an easy-out, I took one of these torx bits and hammered the poor thing into the rounded retaining screws then zipped them out with my impact. The bit still looked pretty good after so I'd say the steel is very good.

 

[92integra]

i'll throw an update out there for anyone interested in these..... i initially bought them as the just in case set when i worked at a chain store, now i work full time at a bmw dealership and these things get beat on every day, i have the master torx set, master short allen set and long allen set. torx sockets are awsome today i had to grind down an e8 to sneek in and get a vacuum pump off a n63, and i ground it a little to much i'm taling less then a MM between the side wall of the drive end and whats left of the socket. now i probably killed this socket but it finished the job no problems even with me zipping the ehuast heat shields back on with my m12 impact driver............ the 6mm and 7mm short allen get beat up on brake jobs... 6mm allen is 1/4" drive in the set it constantly takes rotor screws out with my m18 fuel 3/8ths impact. ive even adapted it down form 1/2" air impact to take some rotor screws out before. 7mm gets thrown on a impact swivel and hit with the mg 325, hasn't missed a beat..... and as for the long allen's i use a 8mm long allen to drain the oil on n63/s63 enigne's and somehow they are tight as all hell! so i seriously have to take thse drain plugs loose with my 24" half inch drive ratchet! i give it one good pull and hear a snap alway's waiting for that cheep *** long hex socket to fail and it hasn't yet! i think these are a killer deal and anyone would be happy with them.