Why an iFixit Kit is BAD value for PC builders!

#iFixit #pcbuild
iFixit tool kits are widely used by Tech Youtubers for building PCs and they are often marketed as the best tool for PC builders. I decided to buy my own one and try it out. Here is why PC builders shouldn't buy an iFixit kit.

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iFixit essentials kit:

iFixit Pro kit:

The Torx screwdriver I think is a better option for PC builders:

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[DawidDoesTechStuff]

If you do more tech repairs than just building PC's this kit may be worth it, but only for building PC's maybe not so much.

Let me know what you think.

Sorry for the echo in this video, I just moved into a new apartment and will sort it out over the next couple videos. :D

[cosmic_drew]

I know this is a bit old now, but I want to support ifixit because of their activism for the right to repair.

[americandingo]

If you work on laptops or other portable electronics, in addition to PCs, then it's worth it.

[driserq]

I usually take my swiss army knife which hopefully has a screwdriver in it

[buckloski]

9/10 times you just need a standard Phillips head screw driver to build a PC

[mrppnfrshz]

You may want to buy the ifixit MAKO kit. That one has more bits and a bendy extension tool. Also the screw driver is all metal in that kit and not only is useful for computers but also things like gaming consoles and other stuff. I bought that one instead of the kit you tried and use it almost weekly

[samus]

That kit is phenomenal for laptop repair as well.

[KingEurope]

Let's be honest, literally no one using an anti static band lol

[CharlesHrodric]

Absolutely no one: hey let's buy a cellphone repair kit to build a PC

This guy: This cellphone repair toolkit is worthless for me as a PC builder

[RexxReviews]

Seriously, dude, you called Tweezers "Needle Nosed Pliars" I hear The Verge needs a new PC build tech for how too videos.

[Yetithong]

I fox it kits have life time warranty, break something they send a new one. That's worth it

[kennethDK]

I bought the smaller version that didn't contain all the phone tools, and I love it. Its great for fixing pretty much all my electronic gear, like gaming controllers, headset, phones and other smaller everyday items.
As a normal consumer that likes to fix your own gear you really don't need much more, the bigger sets from Ifixit is only useful for semi professionals.

[jakewarrensford]

The pro tech kit kits my needs as an i.t. professional. It fits in my bag nicely without the case breaking and losing all the bits. Seeing as I'm a mobile i.t. tech and my company uses laptops, desktops, iPad and iPhone. This kit is well worth the money. If youre building just a desktop all you need is a phillips screwdriver and ground yourself to the powersupply... not to mention if the price is steep you forgot to mention lifetime warranty, if a bit strips they will replace it for free.

[mhsh]

Litterly need one Philips screw driver for a pc theese kits are made for repairs kinda in the name I fix it

[blacklightmg]

But iFixit isn't marketed for PC builders

[kaleid]

Well, that's why it's called iFixit, not iBuildit :))

[VanillaFox-]

The pro kit is for more electronic repair like ps4s and iPhones because it contains more security bits for dissemble and reassemble

[edwinbradford]

You mention "Torx", are you thinking of "torque"? I doubt either are essential for a PC builder. Torx screwdrivers have a star shaped end, might be necessary to disassemble an old HDD drive, torque screwdrivers have a ratchet to control torque or force applied, great for car engines where you apply a lot of force. For building a PC I think you're fine with Phillips and slot head which you do mention.

[sunjunme]

Haha It’s so funny that you don’t know any of the tools name 😆

[petervansan]

No one buys this JUST for the pc. I bought it in case i need to repair something