Free Useful Tools

By ralph mroz

*Or Almost Free In my main tool bag are six very small, very light, and virtually free tools that I use all the time.  They take up virtually no space, add no weight and cost nothing to at most a couple dollars. Yet I seldom see those tools in other people’s bags.  Here they are.…

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WUBEN X4 Compact Flashlight

By John Peachey

WUBEN X4 Compact Multi-Function Flashlight While I already owned and appreciated the WUBEN G5 flashlight, I happily agreed to also review the WUBEN X4 Compact Multi-Function Flashlight because I believe you can never have too many flashlights!  I was very excited to review the larger WUBEN X4 EDC flashlight because it offered me even more…

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Best Cordless SMALL Capacity Vacuum

By Robert Robillard

Best Small Cordless Vacuum Head-to-Head Comparison (2025) If you thought small cordless vacuums were just “quick cleanup tools,” think again. The 1–3+ gallon category has exploded in power and capability, driven by brushless motors, high-output batteries, and smarter filtration systems that put real jobsite performance in a compact package. In this third installment of our…

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Best Cordless Wet/Dry Vacuum Head-to-Head – 3-6 Gal Capacity

By Scott Arnold

Best Cordless Wet/Dry Vacuum Head-to-Head – 3-6 Gal Capacity Welcome to part two of three in our Best Cordless Wet/Dry Vacuum Head-to-Head. In Part 1 of the series, we previously tested large-capacity vacuums in the 6+ gallon capacity category. In Part 3, we will be testing the smallest hand-carried vacuums, and there are a lot…

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BRUNT Must Have Work Wear for 2026

By Scott Arnold

BRUNT Must Have Work Wear for 2026 As we head into 2026, BRUNT continues to redefine what modern workwear should be—durable enough for the toughest job sites, yet comfortable and versatile for everyday wear. With innovations that blend rugged performance, advanced materials, and all-day support, Brunt’s must-have lineup sets a new standard for the hardworking…

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Top 20-Inch Battery Chainsaw of 2025: Head-to-Head

By Robert Robillard

Best Large Capacity Battery Chainsaw of 2025 Welcome to part two of our Top 20-Inch Battery Chainsaw of 2025 – Head-to-Head comparison test. Last month, we covered the 16”-18” class—an excellent size for most users and most tasks. But one of our main goals with this project is to show just how far battery saws…

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WUBEN G5 Rechargeable EDC Flashlight

By John Peachey

WUBEN G5 Rechargeable Flashlight My wife tells me I own too many flashlights.  Admittedly, I do own almost 2 dozen flashlights and I keep them everywhere in my home and in our cars.  I especially love lots of lumens and compact portability.  When the WUBEN G5 flashlight arrived to my house, I was intrigued by…

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Kreg Rebel Pocket-Hole Joiner Review: Inside the New 20V Ionic Drive Tool Line

By Robert Robillard

Kreg Ionic Drive Review: First Look at Kreg’s New 20V Cordless Tool Platform Kreg Tool, long known for pocket-hole joinery and user-friendly woodworking solutions, is stepping into entirely new territory. Beginning October 1, 2025, the company launched its first-ever cordless Ionic Drive power tool line built around the new Blue Ion 20V battery platform. For…

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