Side by Side Comparison of: Great Neck Saw vs Stanley

Works great as a replacement. Had a set but misplaced it. Thanks !!!

great set for my car

Terrific product

Had everything I needed for assembling furniture and doing small jobs around the house

Works as expected!

You get a decent set for a great price worth the money.

A really good set of sockets for the price. They're not fancy but they get the job done. Not a lot of play or wobble when attached to a wrench or extension. I've seen no wear or signs of breakage even though they get plenty of use on an impact wrench. The case they come with is pretty basic but it works. The sockets had some coating of oil still on them from the factory, so wipe them down when you get them. I would highly recommend them.

Heavy duty, well made works great!
One note. If you are buying these needing a specific size, check the listing for what sizes are included. They have the most common sizes, but if you are looking for a 15mm to remove the transmission mount off the skid plate on a 95 wrangler YJ, you will be out of luck. I didn't remove any stars for this because it was my mistake, the sizes are clearly listed in the details.

I hammered on these with my 1/2 air gun and took very rusty bolts out of the skid plate mounts. No wear on the socket and no stress fractures.

This impact socket set contained all the sockets I needed to remove stubborn metric bolts from my rusted on caliper brackets. Each socket is nicely labeled and the blow molded socket box is great quality and way better than the quality of the "socket tree" that some cheaper brands like harbor freight come with.

Great set. I should have read the description because doing a job last weekend I needed 18mm for many applications on a Jeep. I had to run to Lowe's and pay over $5 for one.

Overall, this is a very good set but if there was a next time, I'd purchase a more complete set.

I do all my own repair and maintenance on my vehicles, which currently number 6... All except my boat are foreign vehicles, and I finally got around to getting a set of deep impact sockets in metric... (Since impact sockets are six sided, you can get by with SAE sizes, but it's far from ideal... :) )

These sockets are good. The finish on the sockets doesn't match quite exactly, but that's really not an issue. Some are a little flatter black than others... Apparently they were made either in separate batches or they were made at different subcontractors, but they don't all look like they came from the same set... But they are well made and sized exactly right... (Some sockets are a little tighter or looser than the standard, but these are dead on. I measured them with an inside micrometer; they are dead on with the spec.)

If I had a wish list, I would have made this set include a 25mm socket and drop the 10mm. I have never seen a 10mm bolt that I actually needed an impact socket for. If the bolt is extremely tight, I would just grab a 6 sided regular socket to remove it.

Since I have a very large collection of sockets and these are deep sockets, I didn't have room in my toolbox drawer that I have all my sockets in... I knew I wouldn't, and that's why I wanted a set that came in some sort of holder or box that I can store in the cabinet where I keep my impact wrenches. The box is nice, two locking tabs and a handle to grab it with. The standard spring loaded socket holders won't work with these, they are far too heavy and will just fall off.

Very happy with these sockets.

Quality isn't the greatest, but great for what you pay

Item arrived ahead if schedule! Not bad quality for a super inexpensive socket set. Wasn't expecting SnapOn quality, and have had good luck with this brand over the years. I needed one in a hurry for some quick car repairs and it did it's job. The 1/4 inch drive handle immediately split first time I used it though.

I wanted socket with 44mm headroom but I keep getting same thing. I am gonna still keep it.

If you're looking for a sturdy ratchet, look elsewhere. If you're looking for a nice box to organize and display your ratchet and sockets, look elsewhere. If you're looking for a good deal on a nice variety of sockets in different sizes to start your set -or fill gaps in your existing set- you've found it. Even if you have to go spend another 10-12 dollars more on a good ratchet to use them, you're still coming out ahead.

When I received this product, I had no problems. I bought to use in the future to change my different mounts (Engine, Torque, and Transmission). Now I will admit, they were cheap for a reason, I bought them because they were cheap, and I need some tools to do some quick fixes.The only issue I have with this set, it is the fact that there is no "Locking Notch" in each piece, but I use other adapters that kinda make that moot, but I the adapters included are ok, and the ones I use make this kit awesome.Overall, 4 stars.

This is a nice little set. I was looking for a small set for my bicycle work and this fits the bill for the price. I have more substantial tools for working on my car but needed something a little smaller I could toss into my small tool bag.

Havent broken yet on some insanely stubborn bolts. But it is missing some important sizes I need. Thats what the tool truck is for I guess, or they could complete the socket set........whatever. Does the job

I know this is ridiculous and I should read the description, but the set is missing an 18, 20, and 23. Kind of strange to not include these, and of course I needed an 18 for the first job I was doing....

Other than that, great impact set and way cheaper than any other brand but about 50%. Will be getting the 18, 20, and 23 separately to round off the set.

Didn't care for the grease that comes on them, but it's a solid set for the money. I mainly wanted a quick access set for my torque wrenches when working on my motorcycle and I also needed a 6pt 24mm which my big set didn't have. Covers everything I need in a durable plastic case that fits in my bike with my torque wrench.

Packaging and cleanup was inconvenient, but I'm happy with the ratio of value to quality.

These are a good value. However, they are not Chrome vanadium/black powder coated as shown in the picture. My set looks like the industrial Pittsburgh impact set that you find at Harbor Freight where oil will soak in rather than simply wipe away. Regardless, they work fine and are significantly cheaper in price than the Harbor Freight brand.

If you're looking for a nice similar set that is indeed Chrome vanadium/black powder coated, check out the Ingersoll Rand SK4M14L set here on Amazon. However, note that set costs $65.

Great set, nice and robust. I don't think I'll be needing replacements any time soon, however, two things keep this from being a 5 star set:
1. This is a decently sized set for the money ($22), and even though it includes the sizes in the description, the lack of 15, 18 and 20mm sockets makes this a hard set to finish off later. I really needed a 20mm, although I didn't realize I needed it until I got into the job. It's my fault, but still makes this set less attractive than a truly consecutive one.
2. The case this set comes in is certainly handy (so is the handle), however, mine opened during shipping, despite the extra metal screw to hold it closed. By the time I got it, only 1 of the sockets was actually still in the case, and the box had opened. Luckily, they all stayed inside the box. The sockets were just too heavy for the case given the typical UPS treatment, but it also makes me concerned that it could do that to me should I drop it.
This is a great set, just not perfect.

The current, 11/5/2017, 3/5 rating review couldn't be more accurate. These tools are enough to do the job, but the socket holder/storage case it comes with is just low quality. Most of the sockets do not fit "just right" they have a little extra wiggle room - relative to the wrench that they are supposed to attach onto. Which is quite amazing seeing as sockets are literally designed to fit certain bolts, so you'd think it would be easy to design the connection point between the wrench and socket. Well, in this case, you'd be wrong.However, for a small set for someone that only deals with sockets minimally, this is a very good deal. If you want something high quality that you'll use often, go elsewhere or you'll just be wasting time trying to make everything work right.

get what you pay for

so so

I guess you get what you pay for. The wrench sockets are fine butcher tool itself wrench it doesn't hold the sockets they don't snap in place the just go in and hang loose. The screwdriver handle plastic broke off at first use. I will regiment this box if you just need some missing sockets. Not to be your to go tools.

You have to know that for this price, these are a backup or starter set. These are cheap, and will work for small projects, but will not stand up to serious automotive or motorcycle repair. The sockets will split on rusted or high torque bolts. The socket wrench is junk too. That being said, it is still a good price for just the sockets to fill in for small jobs.

Case is fine as long as you don't throw it around to much. The wrench which I feel should be the most important piece of the set and it is garbage.. luckily I more less order this for the socket sizes and small exstensions. Which is actually pretty fair quality. I have an extra wrench lying around somewhere. Might as well throw that in this box. Haven't had a chance to try the screw driver. But the handle feels all clammy as well. I'd suggest going out to home depot etc and buying a nice wrench set.

I got this to change the timing belt on my Toyota. the 14mm socket is used a lot for that application. My 14mm socket is lightly stamped and there is no way a 14mm bolt head is going to fit in it, but a 13mm bolt head will??? I think this one was dropped off the production line at the factory and was mis-stamped at the factory? I'll be seeing what I can do to get it corrected, no fault of the seller, more a fault of Stanley tools I think. Otherwise a very nice set of sockets that I will probably use my whole life.

Nice set, just wish they wouldn't have skipped the 18mm and 20mm. If they absolutely had to skip a couple it would make a lot more sense to skip the 11mm and 13mm since I'm far less likely to be slamming those smaller sizes with a 1/2" impact, or if I did I'm more comfortable using my standard 11mm and 13mm since they wouldn't be on all that tight anyway.

Who the heck doesn't include a 18 mm! Case doesn't last

Seems like a good enough set for the money but it skips the 15mm size for some reason. I bought this to do replace my shocks and guess what size I needed...15mm. In all fairness, it says what sizes are included in the description and 15mm is not listed in there. Still, I just don't get a set that skips sizes.

Quality seems OK but why leave out 15, 18, & 20 mm sockets?- not like you never use those sizes. Get rid of the 10, 11, & 12 mm- not that useful and a bit overkill thinking you'd really need a 1/2" torque wrench for those size fasteners. Just picking up those 3 individual sockets at Sears cost more than this set. Hindsight is better spending a bit more and getting a complete range.

Ratchet is not great quality

Got this for son's 1st tool box. Sockets OK drivers ok but ratchet loose in handle and likely to break so took that back and will simply replace it. At this prince point not worth worry/hassle return. Handle was stout enough but ratchet DOA.

The reviews are pretty accurate. The ratchet broke the second time I used it, but the sockets are still usable. I think I paid $11 for this set, so I didn't expect much. Also, I already had a ratchet and just needed the sockets, so everything worked out.

While the price is right, particularly with Prime, the quality is very low. If you're looking to do basic household assembly, such as putting together furniture, etc., then this kit might suffice. However, I was able to break the ratchet by hand while working underneath a Honda. In a confined space, I was literally able to push hard enough to strip the gears in the ratchet. So, if you're hoping to use this to do anything remotely mechanical or automotive-related, I suggest you look elsewhere.

I thought I would beat the system and stop buying single sockets as I find new size bolts in my car. I got this set and had one halfway strip out on the very first use. The only reason I'm not returning it is because the connections held so poorly the 10 mm fell off into an engine at the scrap yard. If you need something with a lot of sizes for some short-term work, go for it. If you're planning to use them more than once, go elsewhere.The 1/4" screwdriver-shaped handle is a meat idea though.

This is one of those "you get less than what you pay for" socket sets. The case doesn't hold the sockets in place when closed, and the ratchet wrench has very loose mechanism - hard to turn knob, then easy to turn next try - not great construction. It is a good emergency socket set. For frequent use or when it has to work every time - pass this set. The good thing is it has very small sized sockets that you don't find in other sets.

we returned this because it was missing a couple sockets...which just happen to be ones my husband needed.

Didn't fit my impact wrench at all, even though it's supposed to fit 1/2" but I did get a refund & bought another set that actually does fit

Outer rims too thick, cannot go into small spaces, especially car rims.

Solid set in a plastic case. 2 stars because I got two 13 mm and no 12. Pretty disappointed because I use the 12 a lot. Not returning this used item.

1 socket has no chamfer, kind of poor quality

Ratchet broke during first use. Very poorly finished sockets. Only useful for melting down and using the material to make quality products, unless the material is also bad. Not worth the price.

The sockets are inferior. They tear if too much pressure is applied to remove a stuck bolt. Buy something else for any heavy work.

Beware, the sockets strip out real fast. I needed something cheap but the quarter inch socket I was using lasted about a day. A few uses and bingo it stripped out.

 The sockets seem good enough but the ratchet is worthless and is already loose and wobbly right out of the box. Also, the box will not keep the pieces in place. If you just lean it to one side it all falls off and you have to rearrange it all every time you want to use it.

Absolute Junk !!!! Rachet WILL NOT lock Yellow tool apart on first usage YOU EXPECT POOR QUALITY WHEN YOU BUY CHEAP BUT THIS IS CRAZYI bought this or one small repair on mobility scooter and could not even loosen one 1/4 inch bolt. I had to go to Walmart and buy a cheap Stanley set which worked fine This set is totaly useless and worth less

#1 Seller? Worst Socket Set Ever!! I'm always hesitant about products that have just as many 5 star reviews, as 1 star reviews. Who's right?? Well... I don't have any idea what the 5 star reviewers are talking about, because this is the crappiest item I've ever purchased on Amazon. None of the 1/4 inch sockets stick onto the ratchet, or the screwdriver, leaving half the set completely useless, unless you have another ratchet. Also, the sockets don't lock into the case. They're all loose, so unless you hold the case perfectly level all the time, the sockets with shift around in the case, and become disorganized. STAY AWAY!!!

Poorly made product. One socket was out of spec. and wouldn't even fit the bolt.

Socket stripped out lug nuts they do not hold up

Buy an 11 piece socket set, only get 10. Not happy.

The product seems fine, but instead of a 17mm socket (the most common use one for me) it came with two 16mm sockets instead. Obviously a quality issue in the packing. The quality of the product seems fine. Just frustrating to not have the correct sockets it should have.

Some of the sockets engraved markings are hard to read. The photo on Amazon makes the sockets appear to have a nice finished surface, which is also not the case. Socket 14mm appears to have a bit of a casting/forging imperfection and is not readable. Compared to my Pittsburgh SAE set, these look like a child made them. I expected something with the "Stanley" label to be a higher quality to that of it's generic counterparts. I am sure they will work, but now I wish I got the 13 piece Pittsburgh Metric set rather than this set.I own a Sunex 3680 12 Piece 3/8" Deep Drive SAE 12 Point Impact Socket Set, they deserve 5 stars and are what I expected these Stanley sockets to be on-par to (based on the photo they look of the same quality and finish).Update: I've purchased the 13 piece Pittsburgh Metric set to complement this set. The other set includes sizes 10, 13, 14, 15, 17, 18, 19, 21, 22, 24, 27, 30 and 32. The end result is 8 duplicate sockets sizes 10, 13, 14, 17, 19, 21, 22, 24, three of which are common lug nut sizes. Combining these two sets to make one well rounded set is the way to go.Had this Stanley set not had poorly made 13 and 14mm sockets in my set I would have given it 4-5 stars. The rest of the sockets are ok for the price I paid.