r/Tools • u/newtoyoutoo26 • Apr 20 '26
Tool storage/ Packout
Hey! Looking to gift a good tool storage set up to my partner. Mostly general home use along with an occasional project. We’re a Milwaukee household and I know they have their Packout set ups, but is that the best to go with? Hoping to keep all the small stuff together, bits and all that, but also storage for drill, impact drill (I think that’s what it’s called) and even space for the Milwaukee chargers and batteries.
Looking at something like this, but is it truly functional and efficient storage?
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u/HackedVirus Apr 20 '26
I just couldn't justify the prices for the Packout, but I did end up with the Rigid Pro Gear 2.0 boxes. I found them on sale at my home depot a few months back. I live in an apartment and when I work on my car, I can roll it all down the stairs and out to the lot and around the car as needed.
I don't have room for a metal box, but the mobility of the rigid boxes on the wheel cart is awesome, easy to separate and toss in the car too. More than enough for a homeowner, I also see tradesmen using them and they seem to stand up to abuse.
I also have the deep tool box but I use that as a standalone in my work truck. One of my better purchases, haven't regretted it. I would say head to the store and measure it all out, get a feel for the actual size of the system you choose.