10 Best Home Tool Kits of 2024

I’ve checked out quite a few Hi-Spec tools in the past, and I’ve always been impressed by the quality and reasonable prices. The 54-piece home and office tool kit is an ideal backup set to have when you need to do a few jobs around the house. It’s not going to replace a shed full of tools, but it covers most of the basics well.

The first thing I like about this set is the quality of the handles. Hi-Spec have gone for a quality biomaterial covering with plenty of rubberised plastic grip. It makes the tools look pretty good too. You get a decent range to choose from, with two full-size screwdrivers on top of the bit holder type, adjustable spanner, tape measure and scissors amongst others.

The case is the only thing that I feel lets this set down a bit. I’m no fan of plastic latches on tool cases because they’re just not strong enough. Most of the tools are held well inside it, except for the hex keys, but it’s not a deal breaker.

Overall, this is an ideal setup for someone in rental accommodation who doesn’t need to do heavy-duty DIY. It’s fine for putting together flat pack furniture or hanging pictures on the wall if that’s all you’re planning to do.

If you’re moving into a new property, or you know someone who is, this marvellous all-in-one tool kit is the ideal housewarming present. Staunch have created this 200-piece complete starter tool kit that will fix a whole range of problems around the home, and it comes in a pretty good case too. There are some excellent little hand tools in here that will get you out of a jam in a hurry.

Starting with the main hand tools you get in this set, there’s a hammer, tape measure, junior hacksaw, water pump type pliers, real combination spanners, a spirit level, a decent range of sockets, and loads of screwdrivers. With these few tools you could probably get most jobs done around the house, but Staunch have also included a lot more!

To hold everything nice and securely, the set comes in a blow moulded case. There’s a specially formed slot for everything, and the fit is quite good too. And even though the latches are plastic, they’re not the flimsy type that break on the second use thanks to metal pins inside them.

It’s great that Staunch have included more than the absolute basics in this kit. You can’t go wrong with a roll of electrician’s tape, spare utility knife blades, a handful of screws and fixings, and zip ties. It’s more than an emergency tool kit, and for the beginner DIYer it’s a great place to start.

When having a tool bag is more convenient than a blow-moulded plastic case, the WORKPRO home repair tool kit is the right choice. It’s one of the best home tool kits for new homeowners. Or anyone who needs to start off with the basics before moving on to more heavy-duty tools.

There are some useful inclusions in this kit that would have been welcome in some of the more expensive tool kits on my list. The torpedo level is an essential tool to have when you want to hang pictures or put shelves up. And a set of vice grips can be more useful than a whole tool kit sometimes.

The tools are all solid and reasonably well-finished. They’re not professional level but more than adequate for someone that wants to take on their first few DIY tasks. The bag has plenty of pockets and a shoulder strap if you need to take it with you as well.

If you’re looking for a low-cost way to get yourself a rather huge range of tools, then Guryon have got your back. Their enormous 298-piece home tool kit is a bit of a monster. There’s everything in there you might need to get you out of a sticky situation at home or in the garden.

There’s not enough room here to list absolutely everything that comes in the big black case, but here are a few favourites. You get four little spring clamps, which are often missed out of home tool sets, and a packet of small zip-ties. In the right hands, they’re almost a tool kit on their own. There’s also an impressive range of nut drivers and a ratcheting handle for them, plus a few ring spanners for good measure.

What makes this one of the best home tool kits isn’t the individual quality of the components. It’s having one of everything you might need to fix a problem on hand, and all in a case you can stash in a cupboard.

I’m no stranger to Hi-Spec’s range of handy tool kits. They have managed to create sets that bridge the gap between having everything you need and not being too expensive. For new homeowners, they’re essential things to have. And for girls who DIY, you can’t beat their pink 42-piece home tool kit. These aren’t toys either, it’s a comprehensive set of hand tools that happens to make a bold statement!

Packed into a small plastic carry case, there’s everything you might need to get the job done. Hi-Spec’s supremely comfortable grip screwdrivers and pliers are on board, as is the handy pink grip hammer and scissors. You also get a feminine-friendly 3m tape measure, torpedo spirit level, a huge set of screwdriver bits. And there’s even a bottle opener and carabiner combination to celebrate after another successful build!

It doesn’t matter who wants to use these Chrome Vanadium tools, but it’s clear that they’re better quality than some all-in-one kits on the market. The plastic-hinged case might not last for long in the back of a van, but as a backup kit to build some flatpack furniture, it’s hard to beat.

German tool brand WZG Werkzeug specialise in making comprehensive tool kits. The 194 piece household tool set is a formidable collection of tools that promises to solve almost all your problems at home.

Packaged in a serious looking grey case with protective corners and a sturdy handle, this is a practically a workshop in a box. You get a huge range of tools that could easily be packed into the boot of your car or simply put aside for when they’re needed.

There’s everything to choose from including a machinist’s hammer, a ratchet handle with 5° increments, pliers, snips and even a tape measure. You even get a small case filled with small nails and pins for making repairs. To top it all off, they’ve even included the most versatile repair material of them all, a set of plastic zip ties.

Manchester-based VonHaus are becoming a recognisable name in the DIY field for their honest and reliable tools. Their 92 piece hand tool kit comes in a useful carry bag and contains a decent range of tools to keep in the cupboard for when things go wrong.

Firstly, the 14” carry bag is a robust and strong piece of kit. It’s made from heavy duty nylon and features plenty of pockets for quick access to the tools. There’s plenty of room for all the tools you get, but I’m sure you could fit in a few more if necessary.

There’s a decent set of hand tools for any new homeowner or budding DIYer to get started with. There’s a little claw hammer, several pairs of pliers, the all-important spirit level, and a small selection of screwdriver bits.

Reliable hand tool brand WORKPRO already know a thing or two about making the best home tool kits. Their no-nonsense approach to designing useful collections of kit to keep under the stairs or in the back of the car is admirable. This time around, they’ve made a 106-piece home tool kit in bright pink. I think it’s perfect for female DIYers or anyone who just wants their tools to stand out from the crowd.

I’ll say it now, I love a tool bag. You’re not stuck with a plasticky case that struggles to hold your screwdrivers in place, you can decide exactly what you keep in it. This bright pink bag is well made, the handles are double stitched and there are plenty of pockets to keep things organised.

The range of tools in this set is just what you’d need to fix an emergency at home or knock together a piece of flat pack furniture. Amongst other things, there’s a decent set of screwdriver bits, a bright LED torch, a set of hex keys, two pairs of pliers, and a hammer with a comfy grip.

For any lady DIYer who’s sick of their male housemates pinching their tools, this might just be the best purchase you’ll make all year!

The Makita P-90532 Home Repair Kit is one of the best home tool kits on the UK market. The quality of the individual tools is excellent. The carry case is robust, and they’ve included just about everything you need to fix anything in your house, garden or even on your car.

First off, let’s talk about the brilliant case. It’s the same blow-moulded plastic you find on other Makita tool cases, but with an extra aluminium frame, ergonomic handle, and key-lockable buckles. It oozes quality. You get rubber shock absorbing corners, and, on the inside, all the tools are held in place without being too difficult to get at.

With 227 individual tools, there’s far too many to list individually, so here are just a few. You get a full set of driver bits, including Torx security ones. A quality set of nice satin-finished spanners from 6 – 19 mm. Two different ratchet handles that can fit sockets from 4 – 32 mm and three different length magnetic bit holders.

Homewares and camping experts Hyfive make a whole range of useful bits and pieces, including their range of DIY essentials. Built specially for ladies who DIY, this small but perfectly formed pink tool kit is ideal for new homeowners. It has everything you need for basic repairs and comes in a great little shoulder bag.

This 25-piece kit starts off with a black and pink stubby claw hammer, tape measure, and soft-grip adjustable spanner. Alongside it is a pair of decent snipe-nose pliers and a side cutter, both with comfortable soft grip handles. There are a couple of proper flathead and Phillips screwdrivers, plus a ratcheting handle and 16 different bits to choose from.

This compact little kit fits neatly into a surprisingly good-quality shoulder bag. The handle straps run all the way around the bag, and the shoulder strap has padding on it as well. There’s even a zipped pocket on the front for valuables, and you can fit everything in with room for more tools as you progress.