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CRAFTSMAN 102-Piece Tool Set (with Drill Bits)
Best Budget PickDeWalt Black and Gold 14-Piece Drill Bit Set
Best for General Home UsePrice
$100-$130
$15-$19
Summary
Good Housekeeping's pick for heavy-duty home projects — 102 pieces including sockets, ratchets, screwdrivers, and drill bits in a hard case with dedicated slots for every tool. Craftsman's consistent quality makes this a reliable starter set.
WIRED's top drill bit pick for home tool kits — black oxide coating reduces friction, resists rust, and handles wood, metal, plastics, wallboard, and fiberglass. A focused 14-piece set that covers everything most homeowners actually need.
Pros
- 102 pieces including 1/4-in. and 3/8-in. 72-tooth ratchets, sockets, screwdrivers, hammer, tape measure, and utility knife
- Hard-sided plastic case with dedicated grooves for each tool — nothing rattles loose
- 16-ounce fiberglass hammer handles framing nails in thick lumber
- Consistently high-quality tools based on Good Housekeeping Lab tests
- Wide variety covers most home repair and DIY scenarios
- Black oxide coating reduces friction for faster drilling and resists rust
- Handles wood, metal, plastics, wallboard, and fiberglass
- 14-piece set covers the most common bit sizes without overwhelming variety
- DeWalt brand reliability — compatible with DeWalt's broad tool ecosystem
- Compact and easy to store
Cons
- No electric screwdriver or cordless drill included
- More tools means more storage space required
- Heavier than smaller sets at 13.2 lbs
- Only 14 pieces — no driver bits, nut setters, or masonry bits included
- Not ideal for heavy masonry or concrete drilling
- Smaller set means you may need to buy additional specialty bits separately
Our take
If you want drill bits AND a full tool set in one purchase, Craftsman's 102-piece kit is the move. The hard case with dedicated grooves keeps everything organized, and the brand has decades of proven durability behind it.
If you don't need 91 pieces and just want reliable bits that won't rust or snap, this DeWalt set is the one WIRED recommends pairing with any home drill. The black oxide coating is a real differentiator over cheaper bare-steel alternatives.
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