Best Flex Head Ratchet? Let’s settle this!

Snap On, ICON, MacTools, GearWrench 90 and 120, Olsa Tools, Craftsman, Duratech, DeWalt, Crescent, Tekton, Wera, Stahlwille, Nepros, Proto, Kobalt. All 3/8 ratchets tested until failure. Ratchets compared for working arc swing, back drag, handle to ratchet head slop, and directional switch force to change directions.

I bought all of the ratchets and all of the supplies used to test the ratchets to ensure an unbiased review. So, thank you for supporting the channel.

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➡ Products Tested In This Video (in no particular order):
Kobalt Model #81747: Available at Lowes
MacTools: Available online at the MacTools store
Snap On: Available online at the Snap On store
ICON: Available at Harbor Freight

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[craiger]

I am so happy to hear that manufactures are reaching out to make improvements. never stop doing these!

[natep]

Don't ever buy anything without checking PF 1st.

[kaboom]

Having used flex head ratchets in tight clearance areas, I think the direction switch tightness is a good thing. It can minimize unwanted switching.

[adamhucker]

I own two of those Kobalt ratchets. A 3/8" and that 1/2". I have already warranted the 1/2 with the original receipt and Lowes took all my drivers license info and were rude about it. I bought both ratchets last fall. Lowes convinced me to buy my tools anywhere else and Kobalt taught me to be any other tools. Icon here I come.

[ZzzRoofus]

This is one of the few channels that holds manufacturers accountable for their products. That's why they reach out and it's good to hear you're one of the few people in this world actually making a difference for everyone on a large scale. Thanks for everything you do.

[bigfuzzy]

The fact that tool makers contact you and reference your channel is a huge compliment. With people working together, we can seriously make so many things better for everyone.

[alaskajon]

'Snap On snapped off' never gets old.

[iilchht]

Dude. How cool is that? You have manufacturers reaching out to you in order to see how they can improve. Todd, you are invaluable Sir. Thank you for the videos. This channel is legit my go to 🙏🏼

[johnmccracken]

I love how you keep your videos "mean and clean". Straightforward without fluff. And I appreciate how you refrain from editorializing all the time.

[legend]

Something to note, even though it may be more difficult to change directions with a greasy finger... If you're pushed tight against something else, a harder directional switch is better. If the back of the ratchet is against a plastic panel, having it suddenly change from loosen to tighten can be an issue. So the force needed to change that being higher isn't necessarily a bad thing

[marconiandcheese]

Thank you for including tekton. For someone who lives in Alaska, their warranty process (only requiring photos for replacement) is great at saving money on shipping.

[Ripped]

Wow, ICON really stepped up their game in the market. Good to see the flagship of harbor freight hanging in there with the expensive stuff at a 1/4 of the price

[MATTP]

Exciting to hear the manufacturers take these types of review testing seriously. Customers are surely benefitting from your work. VERY IMPRESSIVE! Thanks again for another great one!

[tundrasever]

Been using my icon non stop for about 4 months now and its been absolutely fantastic! For the price plus the warranty you cant beat it.

[reyztec]

I'm pretty much sold on all ICON tools at this point. I've been using Pittsburgh Pro ratchets for 15ish years now and I still have a 1/2" flex head that's seen some shit. I've put 300ftlbs of torque on that bad boy dozens of times now and it's still kicking. I've started buying the icon equivalents and they are definitely just as tough if not more. Can't beat them in terms of bang for buck and these videos just keep proving it.

[LukeTheJoker]

Always impressed to see you breaking some high quality "Dream" tools to see their real limits.

[LTZ_Z]

It's not just the fact that carrying out these tests makes this channel amazing but simply having the creativity and mechanical aptitude to even think of these tests. Really a great channel!

[mrnharvey]

Your work on tools and equipment is second to none, in evaluation and description. I have watched many of your videos and they are most excellent, thank you..👍

[jjducreux]

I do most of the work around the house and cars myself, and since I found this channel years ago I have been using it as a reference to what tools and products to buy before heading to the store or ordering online.
Thank you, sir.

[bjblanchard]

When you have tool companies using you channels for research and development you know your doing it right keep up the great work love the videos