Which Mobile Tool Storage System do you like best?

The most overlooked advantage that sets Milwaukee and Ryobi apart is the latching mechanism is accessible from the front. Makes a huge difference in a van or when you have vertical stacks side by side and not a lot of side access.

Really love your honest unbiased reviews Clint. Keep up the great work, and thank you.

Wow !,thanks for all your work reviewing all the systems !! Your video's have saved me much more than money, a lot of stress and legwork .... you have really narrowed this selection down for me. Super job!!

Ridgid did nothing with that system for like 5 years, they finally started adding some new stuff this year. Like the rest of their products it's like they fell asleep. But they are SOLID boxes. And you can get on sale sometimes close to $99 for that 3 piece set. It is amazing how much Flex has done in just a few years. Some great options now.

I have Milwaukee packout and Dewalt toughsystems. If you don’t have a lot of tools, and usually small tools I recommend Millwaukee If you have large and a lot of tools I recommend Dewalt. The system of Dewalt that allows you to use any box you want without moving the upper boxes is just so practical that makes Dewalt my number 1 choice over time. Even the old boxes.

Great in-depth video brother! I’m a packout guy and I’ll probably continue being one and keep building on it as well!! Cheers!

My reason for going Milwaukee is Home Depot they always have sales specially during Black Friday. My previous job had the pack out system and love the versatility and now it’s in the only thing in my garage.

Had the Milwaukee, broke at the hinges on a couple of my Milwaukee. Been using the DeWalt tough system 2.0 for almost two years and I like it much better in most every way. The Milwaukee is now the loaner/spare storage setup

This is greatly organized. The top 3 really stack up to their usefulness.

This was a really good review. Glad I found it. Had No clue that Ryobi was this good. The flex was a surprise too and I knew Dewalt was overpriced and not updating as quickly. I have some Milwaukee pack out gear and am going into this system because my drill/driver came in that box. Didn’t know what that was - now I do. It’s heavy. You have to do another video soon on the Bosch Boxx system, Makita’s stackables, and maybe even higher end Festool. Those Festool guys are OCD and their gear proves it. Go for it - do the comparo and then go back review the top units. Not easy to pick a system and you’re dealing with Lowe’s and Home Depot. This helped a lot. Thanks until the next one. 👍 🇺🇸

Exactly what I was looking for, AWESOME VIDEO!! I’ve made my mind and will purchase the Milwaukee Packout System TOMORROW!

Can't beat it, I'm doing a Milwaukee packout van setup and it's going good.

Got rid of all my packouts. It took all over my van, was impossible to get anything else in the van. If you’re doing residential or occupied office service, VersaStack, tstack or best is Bott Smart van systainers or festool SysRoll is the way better. Specially when moving around tight residential staircase or hallway or specially going inside the house through the garage and laundry room where there’s barely room to walk. If you’re going through elevators and long condo hallways, sysroll is just a pleasure to move. The more heavy duty the box, the heavier it is. Still using some original Dewalt tough system and nothing broken or cracked.

I run the rigid, I built mine up rather than going all in at the start, for me and my job it works great, it’s weather proof enough for when I have to go through the snow or rain (along with the followed mud) it holds the tools I need well,the locking function is pretty decent as well, I personally keep my screw organizer off while working and keep one latch off my top box which holds my needed tools so if I’m only needing it I can quickly pull it off with out having to climb into the box truck I work out off fully, and it’ll manage to stay perfectly like so when driving. And the rolling function comes in handy when I need it. As mine dosent hold heavy tools it rolls easy. Though I’d personally want to upgrade to the Milwaukee as it seems to have the same features just far more customizable.

as a team yellow fan, i really hate to admit it that yes the paclout system is pretty cool, i kinda wish i decided to put my yellow toold into a red box. just at the time i needed a new tool storage system the price for the packout was a bit too much for my liking. the only hope i can hold onto is that dewalt will soon stop sitting on their hands and start making better accesories for their tough system boxes

These videos (this and the cordless tool brand video) are excellent. It’s nice to have a simple breakdown of every brand with pros and cons and at least a tiering if not a ranking. Keep these coming. Would like to hear your thoughts on multi position ladders and accessories. Haven’t seen many ladder reviews.

Thank you this thorough presentation!

I like the interchangeable small parts organization of the original Ridgid system. Just toss the fasteners that I need together in the pro organizer.

I bought the Flex version since I have a majority of Flex tools now, but also because… I just don’t want a bunch of red plastic stuff in my peripheral (even though Packout is phenomenal). I did try Dewalt’s and Milwaukee’s offerings. While the locking mechanism is similar on the Flex, the Dewalt version actually feels a little easier since you just need to unlock one side clip in order to move a box off the top of another. But everything else about the Dewalt TS2.0 is not great (though I do get tempted by the drawers, having seen a bunch of them utilized as mobile table top supporting pillars). The two things I’d love for Flex to release next for the system is wall-mounted brackets and a dolly.

I appreciate this Clint. Gotta buy four more systems now 😅

As a commercial electrician I use Versastack. Now it is a cheap system but it does have the Lifetime Warranty and I have tested the waterproofing and it will keep everything dry. My only issue is the roller box is only good for cement not dirt, the handle should be longer for taller folks and it can not go down a simple three piece set of stairs. Also you use to be able to walk into Lowe’s and just do a warranty exchange but now you have to call craftsman if your boxes break. I’ve had mine now for 4 - 5 years and now I’m replacing some boxes that finally broke through Craftsman and I’ll let y’all know the outcome.

Milwaukee has drawers. That's all I really want. A 3-drawer, a 2-drawer, and a big box at the bottom. Possibly stick a tote on top.

Left out Harbor Freight Bauer stackable toolbox system. But my favorite I personally own is Milwaukee Packout!!! 😁

For me I ultimately decided on the Rigid System but I got the 2.0. Same standard stuff like IP65 weather rating, etc. The feel of these things I feel I could stack the whole thing up and roll it down a flight of stairs and it would be fine. It's also cheaper than packout system and you can remove the dolly portion of the system.. Yeah they need to expand the line but the base product you get is great. Im coming from the Husky system and while I liked it the to plastic pieces on the screw organizers cracked very easily. Also Im not a fan of all the bright ass colors on the Milwaukee and the Ryobi. Rigid is fairly understated with a mostly black box with some orange highlights. I know it doesn't affect the build quality or functionality but cosmetically they stick out a little too much for my liking.

I have had the Ridgid system, sold it. As you said it wasn't going anywhere. Currently own 2 complete Milwaukee systems. Love em'. Looking very seriously at the new flex system. Thanks for the video.

I love milwaukee, I use milwaukee. It's great. I just tried out some flex tools and have been a little shook by my findings. I think in a few years FLEX might actually be in a real battle for top 3 pro tools category

Great comparisons!

Milwaukee by a long shot is my opinion the best

Dang it! I didn't even know I needed these boxes but apparently, they had the DeWalt on sale at my local Home Depot.

I have rigid for home and Milwaukee for work and nothing compares to the Milwaukee and the handle does come off real easy

Recently switched to a packout and I am hooked! My box is getting a bit heavy for me as I keep adding stuff on it haha

Kinda funny. I bought an M18 Fuel OMT a couple weeks ago as my first venture into serious cordless stuff. And I looked at one of the packout cases to hold it. I didn't get the case because it was just a plastic box you toss stuff in and I prefer my toolboxes to be at least somewhat fitted to the tools they carry. I ended up using my granddad's old toolbox which turned out to have compartments almost perfectly sized to hold various blades while the saw sat in the bottom of the box. But seeing a glimpse of what the packout system can do really has me thinking I made a better choice with the Milwaukee than I had originally thought.

Not only does Milwaukee offer a lot of options that the others don't....there is also a 3rd part aftermarket that makes a TON of stuff to add on. You can make the handle on the rolling tote box removable, you can add level holders, extension cord holders, a front rail for your bottom tote that allows you to stack out from it, etc, etc. I honestly think that Flex took a look at all the aftermarket stuff that is available online and decided to implement a lot of it. While it looks good, the locking system seems like the weak point on Flex. I had my initial packout stolen with all my tools at a job site last month and I went back into the slim packout with the aftermarket holders for now. I'll eventually get back into the bigger boxes, but it's nice having literally everything I need in 1 box. Easy to reach and use.

I jsut bought a hart tool box at walmart just to put my warhammer stuff and paints in /best 89.00 dolla at walmart and its really nice Quality

As an industrial electrician who has been using the husky connect for years now I can tell you durability is superb (not a single crack or bend) and that 100lb weight limit is false I have near 200lbs of tools and materials in mine and stacked about 5ft high and it maneuvers just fine. The husky connect dollar for dollar is the best option

ugh. I'd like the milwaukee, but holy hell... around here the basic system is over 300, and to get ONE box with two drawers is 200, so if i wanted six drawers I'd be out 600 plus whatever the rolling part costs.

I got in the tough system early, and for years it was king. Dolly and all. Then pack out came out and was better. But tough system has one advantage that no one else has, and that's the ability to get to any box right away. When you have 20 boxes in a van, that matters. Literally don't have to touch any other box besides the one you need.

Dewalt Toughsystem kinda got left out in the cold. I very much agree with you, Clint. There is so much more that can be done with it. The garage system is very adjustable. SB&D is neglecting many things that has so much potential.

Thanks for the video. You are very succinct. Great info and presentation. I can probably guess, but where would you put the Bauer system from Harbor Freight? I have been told it is compatible with MasterForce from Menards. Thanks

Hey! Thanks for this review, do you have an update one with updated insight or opinions? I have been reading a lot about flex lately and just curious as a new diy person, would they be a good option to go with?

One thing from dewalt toughsystem 2.0 that I haven't seen anyone reveiw is there two bags. I can even get them in canada witch is surprising. I would love to see those come on this channel.

If you wanted to use a portable system instead of a metal tool chest, which brand would you use? Emphasis would be on casters, drawers, and things that open out? What would you put on top?

Bought the flex set for $169.00 last week. I sold my milwaukee boxes and am so glad I did.

Wish Milwaukee made some inside (bottom of lid) mounting options... And side rail bars(stock, ok there's good aftermarket options)

Just saw the Klein version over the weekend at Lowe’s Really nice

Pack out is my favorite. Although Ridgid isn't bad at all also have a few if them

I agree 100 percent with your rating scale.

If you have a tonneau cover, Milwaukee offers a suitcase style rolling box. Anyhow - I have the DeWalt system. I think it's the previous gen, called T-Stak. It sucks! The plastic latch housings break, and cannot be removed/replaced, so some of my boxes only latch from one side. And the organizer box with a clear lid, the lid has such a hard time cohering with the organizer trays, that it's virtually impossible to easily latch closed on the first try. I've bought a couple of the Rigid boxes, I keep them permanently exposed in my truck bed, just to hold all my strappers, lines and red flags. Love em! They latch without issue and are super tough. Debating whether to ball out and switch to Packout, or buy the Rigid, and sacrifice some modularity

I love both my flex and milwaukee boxes I have to say they are both Real NAS LIKE!

Hey Yo Clint!!!! T.R.Z. Putting out a great Video here! Well Done my Man! And I think you nailed it on the rankings. I wish you were wrong on the RIDGID line, but unfortunately, I’ve encountered the same thing. I have the three piece set, and it is almost like they aren’t going to make it anymore, or any other stuff to go along with it. It’s a poor mans alternative to the Packout, of course nothing compares to the MilwallKay! Good stuff Bro! Peace! 👍✌👊😊

There are a few ingenious adaptations out in the internet where the handle on the Milwaukee pack out handle bolts can be replaced with other types of bolts for this purpose.

Just bought the flex stack pack, literally blows my Milwaukie out of the water, it's just built better, and clips on and off far easier in my opinion

This is the comment I am posting everywhere possible: Bought this Flex pack out a few months ago. Used on three projects. The latches between the top box and the middle box kept hanging up or not locking. Soooo, tried to call company service to get a fix. Wasn't asking for anything but a tech to walk me through the fix(maybe a replacement latch?). First, good luck getting through, they DON"T answer their phones. After a half hour hold the message comes on offering a call back. No choice gotta grow old on the phone or give up. No call back, so the next day I try again, same deal, but this time I get a call back. Pleasant young lady hears the problem and takes all my info and says they are sending a new replacement unit!! Of course nothing took place, NO Replacement Unit, No Latches, NO NOTHING!!!! The product seems to be well made except for these few minor issues, however I would never recommend buying a Flex product. They have no customer loyalty. I no longer care to upgrade my tool platform to your products, as I was considering your power tool line. Not anymore.

The ToughSystem® 2.0 Rolling Toolbox is built for real jobsite conditions with high-impact protection**. It is dust and water resistant with an IP65 rating and has a 250 lbs. load capacity.

instaling quick release pins on the packout saves the day

Owning probably more packout than most people, I’m switching to systainers not saying they are better but they have some really nice features like weight sizes usable space. If you’re in or getting into Festool or Makita you will already be in the system. Just putting it out there.

Ridgid has their new pro 2.0 series, definitely should have compared that instead of their old stuff

I bought the rigid thinking they would get going but now I am switching over to Ryobi (righ-obi) thanks to the link system and the new drawers and rollers they have coming out this year. Will work for my tools and my photography equipment

What do you think of the kobalt case stack and I'm still having a hard time deciding on which toolbox to do

Great list. Milwaukee was the top. But this new Tough Built system is going to be the king of the mountain.

I am a Ryobi fan but that Milwaukee looks real good.

would of liked to see how the new ridgid 2.0 system stacked up, much nicer than the orgional

My opinion is even if you’re just getting started or don’t have a ton of money to blow on a tool storage system, you should get Milwaukee pack out. If you get a lower end option you’ll eventually want to upgrade anyway and it will cost more than just starting with the best option. Buy one box at a time and work your way up. It’ll be worth it. The drawer system pack out is a game changer.

For all those looking at buying these and worried about the Milwaukee price. I was in your shoes. I was worried about spending all that money when I could get a ridged for the same price. I will say, I do not regret it. I have had my packout for a while now. And now that I’m making more money there’s so much more stuff that I’ve been able to get because of the amount that Milwaukee puts out. I would say don’t skimp on this.

Flex stack pack is the best number uno in the market i support good quality they think on everything that we the electrician need thanks

I want to jump into the packout system so badly but I’m not in a career field that requires any of my tools. 😅 If I had a rolling tool box, I’d use it to roll my tools from one end of my garage to the other. 😂

Nice comparison. What about wall mounts being used in tool trailers?

I would like to see an updated review including the new toughbuilt and the ridgid 2.0. The toughbuilt looks to be the best system yet.

Ryobi just announced a bunch of new accessories to expand this their system. For the price you can't really go wrong.

I used craftsmans cantilever workshop box and it said 85 pound limit and i loaded easily 150 pounds in it. Best box i ever owned but looking to upgrade now

Started off with the Ridgid system as was cheaper but now using Milwaukee Packout, I know it is really too expensive but beats all the others hands down. Henery Rolls said Quality remains when price is forgotten.

When looking at tool box options online, packout was the system that stood out to me the most, followed by link. I’m really torn on this. I’m so far entirely Team Ryobi and as such I’m drawn to the link not just for how good it is but Brand consistency… but that packout system is… is just stellar man.. I guess my only thing at this point is, I guess if I’m rocking Ryobi tools and use the packout system, things like better compartments and chargers and such aren’t going to been compatible right?

Thanks

I like Ridgid . It’s water tight 1/2 the cost and more portable (smaller)than Milwaukee. The Milwaukee is really nice no doubt.

The radio & cooler and rack charger that fit toughbox are out there

Ridgid has a much improved 2.0 version that is currently at $140 for the set. The new version has a number of improvements over the original. I have both the new Ridgid and the Dewalt Tough System 2.0 boxes and they are fairly comparable. The Dewalt system is rated for more weight capacity, but I don't think I would want to lug around 100 lb. per box.

No love for the T-Stak, brother? I kind of tripped and fell backwards into the t-Stak. I don't need my tools to be mobile on a daily basis, but I do like having them easily portable because I make quarterly 5 hour trips down to my Dad's house in Charleston to work on it and help him keep it up (he is 82). I also wanted my tool closet to have some uniformity. Most of my tools were in whatever bag I found on Amazon that was the right size, at the time I bought each tool. It was unorganized, and I always had to open more than one similar bag to figure out which one held the tool I needed. That system had to change. I liked the one Tough System (one) box I had. My first drill driver/impact set came in it. Those original drills have long since been replaced, but I loved the case so the upgrades to those originals live in it to this day. But, new tough system boxes for AL of my tools turned out to be a very expensive proposition. That was when I ran across the T-Stak II boxes. The 13 inch T-stak II boxes are smaller than that original tough system box...but man, they were selling at both Amazon and big Orange for 20 bucks apiece. So I bought seven of them (then an 8th later) and one of the deep boxes for 35 bones for the circ saw. The deep box was too big for the circ saw, so it is back in a bag (damned if I can find a box that fits the circ saw), so I tripped and fell backwards over having the deep box for batteries and sandpaper, extra bits, an extra fastback and such, with eight 13 inch boxes for tools *(two to a box, with the Sawzall having it's own box) to stak on top of it. I never meant to have a "portable system," but I ended up with one by default. For wheels, I just use my dolley. And brother, at 20 bucks a box...it is unbeatable. For the entire 9 box system I would up with, the soundproofing foam that you can find anywhere (the egg crate stuff) and a $10.00 label maker off of Amazon...such organization for a large tool collection can be yours for very close to 200 bones. If you don't have a dolley in your shed, add the cost of a dolley to that if you want to call it a portable system. Now, I have no idea what would happen if I dropped my tools off of the side of a large building, but I have no plans to do that (nor would I expect my tools to survive if I did, with any system). Nor does it have a radio, nor a cigarette lighter, nor a bobbling hula girl, nor a coffee maker nor a gift shop. But it is NONE boxes instead of three, and holds ALL of my tools with a bonus deep box on the bottom for random shit. But I did recently find out that the Versa Stack boxes latch up to the T-stak. So if people want to use both in a color coding system, they can do that. Shockingly, however, the Versa stack boxes are more expensive than the T-stak boxes. Yeah, they seem to be the same exact boxes, but the ones that say DeWalt on the outside come at 20 bucks a box, while the ones that say Craftsman are 45 bucks per box. You figure that one out. I am too retired to care, I am just mentioning it because it is true. Anyway, so that is what is what with the T-stak. It is just a suggestion for an add on to this list.

DEWALT system is the best by far with the advancements they have made. they drawers are way better then any other company.

Great list but surprised I didn't see the Klein system

Way cheaper priced options out there like Bauer from Harbor Freight, MasterForce from Menards and Ridgid. Those can be $60-$70… and you can stand on all of them as a step latter. The Craftsman, Bauer and Masterforce I think all have the same box design and can stack on top one another. Get twice the amount of storage with other brands vs many of these mentioned in the video. I’m 200+lbs and have stepped on my Beaur, Masterforce and Ridgid boxes many times and taken them all off-roading to get to a job site. Milwaukee has the most options but wow they are so crazily priced, for a small organizer box with 6 wimpy slots it’s $40. Can get 3-4x more stacker bins for less from Stanley

In my country everyone calls the angel grinder to Flex. The Flex was the first one who started to sell it here.

I like Milwaukee. I just can sign up for the bright red. I understand it's their brand but if they had a neutral color like black or grey I'd get a bundle in a heartbeat.

I hope they all keep fighting. All that means is BETTER TOOLS FOR US!

Milwaukee is alright, I bought 3 of em cause I heard they were good but when it rains the inside of it gets wet even though I lock it and the top is easily breakable. I just don't know which one is better for organizing parts like shower stems and silicone grease stuff like that

Try check qbrick system. It's still really quick upgrade. If they have also dwars for model "one" (the biggest) it will be the best system

The Dewalt Radio is absolutely available at HD, but the original version is much better. I have both and would recommend the original tough sys radio over the 2.0. While I really like my Dewalt Sys., especially after the release of the internal trays. I wish the Milwaukee system had came out sooner. I believe it is a much better system, I just can’t justify to expense to change my system out. Especially since I am a team yellow tool user.

Any shade-tree mechanics use these? Which do you like and why?

Flex is a case where the quality all supported by cheap tab latches that hold the boxes together… I saw these cheap latches broken at the store!!

I honestly think all the small batch guys doing aftermarket parts for the pack out look always have it ahead of every other company. Train the truck there are so many cnc'd and 3D printed parts for pack out now it's insane

You can make the Milwuakee pack out handle removable with a small amount of work

Which one can I put in my trunk? Because the handle sticks up so high in a sedan

Atlas 46 has a beautiful expansion pack for big red pack

I l9ve my packout its REAL NASSSS LIKE!!

I think milwaukee is top dog but there are a few that I think should be on the list. I have Hart brand and I think hand down is better than Husky and Versastack. Kobalt also has some boxes out now. Please check out the Hart one please.

What do Systainers and Lboxx rank?

Where is the systainer…disappointed you didn’t include them

@toolreviewzone Clint I want to mention this one is an honorable runner-up it's less known but a good brand Lowe's sells it online Amazon eBay Walmart that you name it Qbrick system sells for 269 for the three piece rolling stack system don't know if you heard of it or anyone has

I'm not going to lie Husky Ryobi and Milwaukee seem to be the best ones because the husky is definitely more a beginner's but overall i think its a good storage unit to have if you dont have alot of tools plus it'll save you some cash the Ryobi will be a great one they will hold alot of stuff weither you are a DIY Mechanic Contractor whatever you want it to be it's for everyone to use it and will hold whatever you got plus its customizable and there very durable so dont be afraid to kick it around itll hold up nicely and there inexpensive for buck as for Milwaukee I'm not a Milwaukee guy but I do have to say its definitely more of a professional use because it has extra storage and has more customization but there pretty pricey especially where you go to buy it

You did miss one brand, the Bauer from Harbor Freight (which is the one i run) although i guess you would then need to include Masterforce from Menards and Hart from Walmart.