My guess is that if you were removing the blade from storage to replace the old blade, you could remove the used blade first to address the safety concerns.

The fastback has gotten so much work done for me. As a maintenance guy, always doing 5 different jobs in one day, the driver with changeable bit is so clutch, and the action on the blade is impeccable

A true alcoholic can open a bottle with anything they find

i only bought it for the bottle cap opener the rest is just extra.

I appreciate you up date. I see what you mean about the blade being in the way when you are removing the spare blade. I simply take the old blade out first. Happy Holidays

I like all the features in the milwaukee, the bottle opener is cool. I use the fastback around the house all the time. Mainly for tightening things with the screwdrivers, opening boxes from the mail (mainly from the wife), and once in a while I open a beer or two just for the hell of it. I tell you what, it comes in handy around christmas time, for sure.

I love my Milwaukee Fast Back so much, I gave it to my nephew and bought another one. I can cut with it, tighten two types of screws with it, carry a spare blade AND when the work is done, open a cold beer.

I've been using and abusing the Kobalt for about 2 years. I used it every single day, never leave home without it. However, after seeing the video about the Milwaukee about 2 weeks ago I went out and bought it just because of the screw driver. It may seem silly but it has already come in handy a hand full of times. I will say the opening action doesn't feel different to me, I can pull either one out of my pocket and open it in one smooth action. I actually prefer the clip on the Milwaukee though, it feels stronger. My Kobalt clip is stretched pretty bad and doesn't grip my pocket anymore, I believe the Milwaukee will hold up a little better over time.

I really like how he rounded off this video. I saw the first review and still have not bought one but I plan on buying both now.ive been using cheap huskys for to many years

The Compact Milwaukee Fastback is by far the best utility knife. Its slim and without all the extra gadgets.

The Kershaw Select Fire (1920) is basically the pocket knife version of this tool and I love it. It's nice having the screwdriver/nut driver built in so you don't have to use your blade as a screwdriver, and it holds 4 standard size bits while the Milwaukee has the extra long double ended bit that would be harder to replace. The Milwaukee looks like a great option for a utility knife though.

I buy my wife kolbalt so she leaves my tools alone lol

It usually comes down to personal preference. I’ve used the kobalt for about 3 years, works great,only issue is the pivot bolt getting a little loose, easy fix. As long as it cuts without the blade coming out and getting stuck in card board or whatever your cutting without one noticing !! Safety first ! All we need now is an automatic ! Thanks for reviewing both for us. Cheers🍻

I like the fact that you left the “BEST” up to the end user. Great job bro. Just Subbed.

I used to have the fastback 2 Milwaukee but because of the wire belt clip I lost it near some construction that was being done, so I bought the Kobalt to see if it was as nice as my old fastback 2, and all though I am disappointed that the Kobalt doesn't come with the blade storage it is definitely still a really good kinfe.

I just bought the new Milwaukee after watching your other video, and I live in Canada and it definitely opens the same way yours does. Thanks for mentioning the extra blade storage, I hadn't realized that it had that.

I have both but haven't but the Kobalt in circulation! The design of the Kobalt is very similar to the Milwaukee and that's one of the main reason I purchased it!

I saw your review on the Milwaukee. Loved the comparison. Seen this one, again a nice comparison. I haven’t needed one as two years ago, I bought several of the Husky (2 for me and 4 as gifts). They have easy blade change, safe storage for 4-5 blades, comfortable, sturdy, light, and lock tight in straight out, 45 and 90 degree angles. Best of all they came 100 blades and cost 9.98. Still work like new so you’re right. They are just right for me and us who use them. All are very good and it’s just preference as all would fit on my bench, in my pocket or pack out. Side note: thanks to the derecho we had in august, needed a new roof and had to ask for my husky back from a roofer who tried it and likes it better than his kobalt, lol. Preferences and options, thank goodness we have them and don’t think you can go wrong with any of them. Appreciate everything you do. Happy Thanksgiving, stay safe all.

I love the Milwaukee fast back because of the added screw driver feature and bottle opener. Hope they add a little storage for more blades.

Working in grocery, opening cardboard boxes a LOT, I love my new milwaukee fastback just bought 2 days ago. The Kobalt has very similar features and sure I'd like it too. I've had about 6 different models over the last year and I'm very impressed with the Milwaukee. 2nd best I've tried was an Irwin. I bought a 2-pak of the fastback for about $20 and gifted the 2nd one.

Having used them all on a daily basis for years(plumber), I now consistently buy the red tool shop version.(menards).Main reason is the price and size. Its cheap and small. It works just fine and Menards replaces it free, I take it in when the screws start loosening. Price is a major consideration for me because this is the tool I lose the most! It also opens smooth after about a week or so, out of the box it wont though.

I just bought both to try them out. I'll give one to my pops for Christmas. I scored a set of 4 husky knives almost a decade ago now. Amazingly I still have 1 that I didn't manage to lose and I know my pops is so old school he is still using the stanley utility knives.

I’m retired and take a Milwaukee fast back as well as a good quality folder with me for my honey-lists. The added screwdriver saves me heading back to the tool box. I vote hands down for the Milwaukee...from experience. Great review, thanks!

As a construction worker I like the newest kobalt speed release the best. It doesn't have wire cutters but I don't ever need to cut wires so that's fine for me, the release action is smooth as butter, it has the 3 blade storage in the back and feels great in hand. And the knife and 10 blades come with it for only $15. However for an electrician I think Milwaukee is better. It all just depends on what you need it to do.

I just picked up a set of 3 Kobalt knives. It comes with one of these and two compact versions. I agree that they are pretty nice, however the QC is inconsistent. Some are oiled up and operate smoothly, some not. Some have a pretty tight blade, while some have some wobble. I think I'll need to open them up and rectify that.

Yeah I use to deliver appliances at lowes ironically and bought that same knife one Black Friday in a combo pack with another kobalt pocket knife. That knife was my number 1 tool delivering appliances because of the amount of cardboard we cut in a day, and it never let me down once. Still have the knife to this day and use it on occasion being a lineman now. Only 2 complaints I have is once in a while the button will get really weird feeling when pressing it, like a spring of metal wires behind it are getting tangled, but spinning the button fixes it. Other complaint is the clip would often get bent catching on random things though the day, but my channel locks quickly bent it back into shape.

I wouldn't mind having either one, but I have the original fastback and I really love it, especially the blade storage.

Love the Milwaukee fastback, I have 4 different versions of it. I recently picked up a “fiskers pro” and I’m telling you that thing is really nice.. try it out I got it at Lowe’s lol $12.98

Hi TRZ, Too funny.... Both look good. People should use which ever works best for them. Thanks for showing all different types of tools. That's the most important thing. Then we can decide. Have a safe and Happy Thanksgiving

Nice work at the end saying just because you like the Milwaukee don't mean its the best its what ever you the viewer likes is the best and that is the best for you nice work on that clint @ToolReviewZone

The wire clip on the Milwaukee is for bigger seams such as a tool belt witch I can say works fantastic, the clip on the kobalt looks like it will work better in a regular pants pocket where the Milwaukee tends to slip from my experience.

I have carried the kobalt one for almost 10 years. Got the Milwaukee for Christmas and it’s been in my pocket since

Great Job! I love the Show... this clip should go viral!

i ordered the milwaukee with the screwdriver should be here any day but my longtime favorite utility knife is the “shark knife” it’s basically a non folding utility knife which stores a lot of blades and has a sheath and really great ergonomics and you can extend the blade out pretty far. can’t wait to try the fast back

I ended up purchasing both the new fast back as well as the previous model , Very happy with both.

I like the Milwaukee . And the red is nice because I'm always setting it down and losing it and it's easier to find if it's red versus black

FastBack wins for me. Was working landscaping in Vancouver, Canada! Slushy rain and salt From ocean will deteriorate most anything. I was lucky enough to find a 1st Gen fastback while planting (IN THE GRUND, cornered in soil.) washed off it instantly worked like new. I still have that fastback. And many more. 10YRS later. Although I would like to see a comparison with the BOSCH lookalike!!

I like that kobalt knife too! The “fastback” feature 👌🏻

Does the "bottle opener" work on paint cans? Looks like it might.

What bout the curved Klein utility knife? I might have to get one for work(electrician)

They both have there pros and cons your right it's up to you to consumer when it boils down to it what you need it for what you want to spend and if you're happy with what you buy then that's all up to you thank you for sharing it's appreciate it as always husky has one too I was actually thinking about buying one they have a two pack with a knife at the depot

I purchased the fastback yesterday, and I love it honestly.

I was part of the 5% on the last video. I appreciate this video. It always depends on what you do. I buy 20-30 kolbolt knives at a time when I can get the price at $8. Let’s be far I will break both of them. I buy commercial blades already in a plastic pack that are in my pocket. I usually have 3 knives each with a different blade in my pocket. Size matters. The slot on the kolbolt when the knife is open is fantastic at accepting lvt or lvp to use as a leverage for a snap. I do flooring, meaning I live or die with a knife. I don’t just cut boxes open and drink. Now for the most part brands matter to me. It’s the evolution of who has the best patients on the tool. You can’t beat the Milwaukee hole saw nor saw zaw. The fien, dominants the vibrators. Every brand has their flagships. But now every brand is also making cheap knock offs. Model numbers are key. Box store are making it almost impossible to buy tools.

Just picked up a Milwaukee 6+1. On mine, the spare blade is loose, held in place by the metal tab. So, if tab down and you push the tab in, the blade just falls partially out. Super easy. Love this thing.

The bottle opener is the most important feature, who needs knifes, screw drivers, or anything else, if you can’t drink beer on the job how’s it going to get done.

Could you use the wire stripper notch on the Kobolt as a bottle opener. Personal hardly ever use a bottle opener but it is a cliche addition to just about every multi tool.

Definitely need a bottle cap opener after a long hard day working in the sun. Cold beers is necessity

I have them both. Have for prob 2 years. I like them. You can use literally anything for a bottle opener

I have the 48-22-1502 and I love it has the 5 blade storage been my everyday carry Clint @ToolReviewZone

Nice 5150 combo! Unfortunately, I just sold my 5150 block logo head. Was sad to see it go...

I have a normal everyday Husky that’s lasted me for over 17 years of abuse. I’m going to purchase the new Milwaukee and give it a go. 👍🏻👍🏻

I use the mini version of that for edc and i find its better than the mid sized one because the head is heavier so it flips open quicker but the overall weight of the knife is lower and more durable. Also the button is a little bit bigger so it makes it easier to use with gloves on

I'm going with the Milwaukee knife simply for the screwdriver and bottle opener option was the deal breaker for me too bad for the Lowes knife but if you're on a budget and can't afford the extra $10 the Lowes knife will get you by 👍

I came here because of your opinion , and wasn’t disappointed , and the best utility knife 🔪 is em er the one that you have on you at the time 👍 Tam.

Detailed comparison. I'm a fan of the Milwaukee. We have these in Canada by the way. They aren't automatically opened via the button press like a switch blade so they're legal. :)

Feeling pretty emotional now bro. So close to Xmas, every knife is special 😢 😂

Things the fastback also has (Don't think I saw this on here or the other vid). The screwdriver has a soft lock at 90 degrees. The blade also has the scoring cutout to place your tape measure in.

Personally I've been using the kobalt knives for years. I got the press flip with blade storage from Kobalt. Deploy is slower than this one. But still good for my uses. I like both equally though

Have had the Kobalt for years. One issue I have with it is the all black handle makes it hard to see in low light if you set it down somewhere obvious. Otherwise it's great, but the Fastback would be easier to find when it's not already in my pocket.

I am in that 5% i own like 5 Kobalt utility knives and love it got it like 3 years back in a holiday kit with a matching pocket knife for sub $10

Just got the FB Gen II (100% 'cause of ur video, thank you, very happy). Don't have the Kobalt, but from what I hear you say, I prefer: Kobalt Pros: * Blade Eject * Blade Stripper & Hand Stripper (sound like the back rooms @ a Detroit titty bar) * Flush Butt Clip (this one too) * $10 Price Tag (last time, lol, this one too) FB GII Pros: * "Blade Storage" * ¼" Hex Driver (Deal Maker for me) * Thinner Body * Rounder, More Ergonomic Body * Lanyard Sounds like both have a 4¾⭐ quick release & as far as the bottle opener, if you can't open a bottle w/ ANY flat hard object, you probably shouldn't be using a knife unsupervised. For me tho, the ¼ Hex seals the deal: FB Gen II for me. Keep up the great content. RNL!

I have the older Milwaukee fastback. I use it everyday. It gets hard use. I’ve had several other ones. Nothing has been as good. Haven’t got one of those new ones. I like the screwdriver and bottle opener. However my work fucks blades up! Not having the extra blade storage may or may not be a deal breaker. I need to get one in hand and put it through a few weeks work.

First thing I do when I try a new hand tool is try to open a bottle, if they do, they are keeper's. Most of my Milwaukee tools can open a beer, so they are always within arm reach.

Does the kobalt has bronze bushings like the Milwaukee models 🤔 @ToolReviewZone

My wife and I watched the video I’m Milwaukee all the way and she’s Kobalt. Great out come.

I just get a milwaukee yesterday, but is going back tomorrow! There is a crack on one of the studs that holds the 2 half together 😏

That Milwaukee is sweet!!! But I have had the kobalt for over a year now and I love it. If it ever breaks I might go to the Milwaukee just for the extra features. But until my kobalt goes out imma stick with it.

I’ve had that kobalt for a couple years now and it’s been $9.99 for as long as I know. Screwdriver would be nice since I also carry one but bottle opener is irrelevant.

Can you please do a comparison on the 2 compact versions of these? There is a compact Kobalt speed release now. I currently own the 1901 fastback and the gerber eab and eab lite. I have no need for extra gadgets or bulk; no need for wire strippers or rope cutters. The issue for me is my work primarily involves fast paced box cutting between tasks so my blade is getting pocketed constantly and the smaller and faster deployed the better. But I also infrequently, but frequently enough, have to cut very thick large 3X corrogate displays which require the best grip possible. That's where the gerber falls short on grip and the full size fastback is overkill with its bulk and gadgets that I have no use for at work. Does the Kobalt speed release compact have better grip and less blade play than the milwaukee fastback compact? And which has a slimmer profile? Losing my cutter, needing gadgets, or extra blades on hand is never an issue. For me it's all about light, not bulky, great grip when needed, and a blade with little play.

I GOT TWO COBALTS A COUPLE OF YEARS AGO. ONE CAME IN A BONUS PACKAGE WITH A POCKET KNIFE THAT OPENS THE SAME WAY THEY HAVE BEEN GREAT NO PROBLEMS AT ALL. I HAVE TO GIVE IT TO COBALT. I'VE HAD MILWAUKEE ALSO, BUT THEIR WIRE STYLE POCKET CLIPS BEND VERY EASILY IF YOU GET IT CAUGHT ON SOMETHING. ALL AROUND THE COBALT JUST FEELS BETTER IN THE HAND. IT'S ALOT MORE COMFORTABLE.

The screwdriver feature alone makes the Milwaukee my choice.

Just ordered from acme tools the 48-22-1505 and the 48-22-1530 and the 48-22-1540 fastbacks exited to get them in lol Clint @ToolReviewZone

The older style Milwaukee fastbacks have a good paint can opener on the top. You don't realize how much you use it until its not there!

The older Milwaukee you’re comparing to is not the previous generation, it’s two generations old. The previous generation Milwaukee are the 1500, 1501, & 1502. The Kobalt appears to be a clone of the Milwaukee 1501 except for the blade release.

@TRZ you do great reviews with fantastic content. Keep it up! I personally have had both utility knives and the Milwaukee fits me better and performance is top notch. The Kobalt is a great alternative though.

The Husky folding job that was stainless with wooden inlayed pieces was fucking great too man. Solid knife.

I just bought the Milwaukee and it's actually really easy to put the extra blade in the blade storage. The lock for the blade fits right in the groove. It's not dangerous if you take the blade out or are just not an idiot.

Between the two knifes, I'm a bigger fan of the milwaukee. But my go to utility knife is the gerber eab. It's small, lite, and fits easily in my pocket. Considering I have to carry tools for my job (maintenance technician) every ounce counts.

When you're looking for a bottle opener and don't have one, fuck yeah the bottle opener matters

I've had the older, metal, no extra blade, Milwaukee and it's been in my pocket every day. Ran out to get the new one (because I have no life) and I'm happy with it. But, I have no need for it since my old one is still just fine. Now, you got me all thinking about this Kobalt one (because I haven't gotten a life since the other day). I must get one. That said, I like the red color of the Milwaukee so I can find it easier. Everything else is always freaking black. I do not need the bottle opener (the hooks for it are kinda sharp anyway). The Kobalt does look pretty good, especially for the price. Damn. I'm gonna be a tool and go get this tool. I'll also check if Lowes is selling lives.

I have the blue folder Kobalt. Had it for many years. It’s been very excellent. I would have like that new Kobalt. However that Milwaukee one is pretty cool

I have had the Kershaw Knife/Screwdriver, but once when I was screwing something in, and I had to put some force into it, the screwdriver folded over and there was some pain and foul language involved. Since then if the driver does not lock, I don't want it. I loved the design of the Gerber Armbar, but without that tool locking into place, I just can't do it.

I use the simpler Milwaukee 1501 - no screwdriver no extra blade. It is more compact and comparing them in the tool shop I went for the thinner model because it fits just right in my pocket. I also like it because it screams tool as opposed to weapon which tends to keep the pantywaists from wetting themselves. The Kobalt is interesting, but the Milwaukee is superb. Just used it to install vinyl plank flooring and it worked well.just the best utility knife I’ve ever owned. .

A few years back I found a Kobalt utility knife/folding knife pack for $10. Great product for the price IMO

I like that it has the bit holder...

The bottle cap opener and the screwdriver on the Milwaukee is the added cherry on top

I've been using the Kobalt as my edc since it came out. I love it.

I have always preferd a typical slide out utility knife. May have to buy a fast back and try it out. I drink plenty of beer soo....

Do either of these knives have the blade slip out if your putting alot of force down?

Hell's to the yeah I want a beer opener! 13 beers to go please!

I pick the Milwaukee. I actually like the wire pocket clip. I find it easier to clip to your pocket. Also like my import beer and use the bottle opener quite often. And also handy to have the screwdriver here and there.

I like the bottle opener 👌

The best is your Pennsylvania/Pittsburgh accent. Love it!!

I'm not sure why everyone thinks you need to make a decision here. God gave me two hands, and there are two nice looking knives here. This can't be a coincidence.

This is funny because I just bought the Milwaukee one with screwdriver 2 days ago I have been using the kobalt for years and the minute I put the Milwaukee in my hand I knew I was going to return it!! 😂

I like the avilability of the bit driver.

I had the kobolt and it got stolen i have the compact fast back couldn't tell a difference the use but the length

Husky from the Home Depot has a fastback knife too that’s pretty good

There’s something about you that I just like, subbed

I live in Ontario, Canada and I have 2 different Milwaukee Fastbacks which flip open the same way