Minor thickness differences in sockets probably matter less that the steel used and how well it was heat treated and how well the sockets were designed ( such as radiused vs. sharpe corners. From the images it looks like the Milwaukee may be nickel plated vs chrome plated nickle is a harder more durable surface finish. Chrome is a more reflective finish in appearance than nickle when compared side by side.
Yeah thickness is one of those things where it may never matter for someone but, there’ll be a handful of people that find those oddball situations where it does. I guess it could be nickel but I’m used to nickel having a straw colored tinge to it. Thanks for joining in!
4:05.. you can tell by looking huh👎mmm-kay....I've got both of these (and many other) sets.. The DeWalt sockets are quite nice.. more of a mid-length socket, which is advantageous in sets on the road..👍 Dewalt's price (value) is MUCH better and their sets are more thought out for mechanics..not a bunch of junk we don't need
The sockets are alright. Their wrenches and ratchets ok if they’re all you have but I wouldn’t ever buy them separately from a set. I haven’t laid my hands on any Capri but I’ve heard tons of positive stuff about them. And I do need to get some of their stuff at some point. They used to offer a neat socket set but they killed it off years ago. It had the ability to make their extension into a T-handle. Thanks for joining in!
@@gtcam723you have to inspect every socket in a set before leaving the store at harbor freight. But the icon 6 point are fantastic because they have minimal chamfer. TheY bite good when you run a long flex wrench at funny angles. Snapon and Williams also have minimal chamfer in both 12 and 12 point. Genius 12 points also have minimal chamfer.
Is the milwaukee not like 4x more expensive than dewalt sockets? I got a socket set with case for under 200 on black friday and the mikwaukee sae and metric sets are like 275 each on sale
It seems to vary. Occasionally you can find deals on the Milwaukee. And the Dewalt has plenty under $200 now. That said, I’ve had a heck of a time finding equivalent sets. Gearwrench I can reasonably put head to head with Milwaukee with a given set. Dewalt’s smaller sets seem to leave out all sorts of stuff so they can be cheap. Even their big sets have tons of little pieces so they can inflate their numbers. I’m going to say probably double if you could find equivalent kits. And again, no question that you’ll probably get a bigger bang for your buck with the Dewalt. Assuming that’s what you’re looking for. Thanks for joining in!
Nice review! I hadn't considered the possibility of putting a wrench on those Milwaukee sockets. I love my Astro Nano sockets that do have a hex shaped body that a wrench can fit on (17mm for 3/8", 22mm for 1/2"), I wish I had an entire master set of various sockets of that kind. The dewalt sockets also have a knurling on them that I like, but otherwise look identical in size to those from Craftsman nowadays, so presumably they all come from the same "SBD" (Stanley Black&Decker) factory or design ultimately. In my box I have a complete set of 3/8" Tekton in chrome that I use, but sometimes the deeps are too long, so I grab a dewalt socket (I have the 192pc set). Of my socket sets, Tekton has the deepest broaching, and Gearwrench has the most shallow (just enough depth to fit the fastener). And truth be told, I still prefer my oldest Pittsburgh Pro cheapie mongrel set just for the fact that the writing on the damn things is the largest and easier to see. 😅
@@GarenP it would be great if there was a consistent size to the Milwaukee that would make it so you use them like those Astro sockets. That said, I wish there were more options like them but in the non-impact sockets and outside drivers (wrenches) in the 3/8 flavor. Coming up I’ll have something a bit unusual but it’s probablu 3-4 weeks out. I swear SBD owns half the tool companies these days and you’re probably right about them coming from the same factory. The V series wrenches sure seem to come from the same place as the Facom, USAG, and Mac Taiwan made wrenches. Thanks for joining in!
Great comparison! I now have to compare my Dewalt sockets to my Gearwrench, SK, Capri and so on. Maybe I don’t need to buy those ICON semi deep’s after all…😬
@@Snowmannorth I’ve got a few other comparisons I’m going to do too. I don’t have any current SK or Capri on hand. 🤣🤣🤣 Sorry to expose you to that. Thanks for joining in!
I would say mid length is what everyone likes. At least it's what I hear from people using them daily. I agree with that statement, usually I only need a slightly longer socket. It kills me when a socket is too large length wise. The only real use I get from lengthier deeps is in those stud/bolts combo manufacturers use. But for the most part is not needed as most mids fit 😅. The square section is more of a detrimental to me, as I like slim sockets. I have been in some situations where those mofos will get stuck. if they had a hex like some spark plug sockets I would like them more.
@@andrestnt I never had mid length sockets up until a couple years ago. They’re sort of a Goldilocks thing in a lot of cases. Not too long but deep enough. My usual use for a deep socket….. when the extension either too long or not quite long enough. Oh I could see that being an issue. I keep them on hand for occasions where I know I’m going to be rolling around under a vehicle on a smooth surface. Lol Thanks for joining in!
@@gtcam723 I have had mine for a while. I barely use the deeps, but you definitely need deeps for some things. A lot of people get by and swear by the mids. It's definitely surprising.
@@andrestnt my father told me one day not long back, “a guy can just about get away with only having semi-deeps”. If only I didn’t have this thing about preferring to be closer to my work. Lol
I mispoke, deep and deep🤦♂️ As usual, for your reading enjoyment (sarcasm), I need to let you know if you click on the link, I might get some compensation from Amazon. Milwaukee 1/4” & 3/8” set amzn.to/3AaJjwL Dewalt 172pc Set ($97 as of 8/6/24) amzn.to/3YuFXPf
@@gtcam723 I just like to state the facts. Did you know that guys that use all harbor freight tools are ten times more likely to be cheated on that a guy that only uses snap-on tools?
@@gtcam723 They do care. Since the beginning of time women have picked a mate that can take care of them. If their dish washer breaks they are going to want a guy that has a tiny flex head snap-on ratchet to fix it. To think women are not smart enough to know what a quality tool is can be really insulting to them. Go tell a woman you have a Harbor Freight ratchet and then tell them you have a heavy duty, fully polished chrome, USA made, dual-80, snap-on with precision machining and a lifetime warranty and see which one she thinks is better. Studies have shown that women prefer a guy that invests in himself with snap-on tools because he is 50 times more successful that a guy that "saves money" buying a harbor freight tool in order to drink more on the weekends with the left over cash.
@@funny0000000 how about if u cant afford 50 bucks a socket for snap on. I can get the job done with a pittsburg socket. If it breaks i can drive 10min to exchange no questions asked. Instead of waiting a week then the driver asking wheres his payment. Buy once cry cuz ur broke and in debt.
Great comparison video, and I’m with you the Milwaukee is a better socket in this price range, I wonder how the Milwaukee stacks up against the Gearwrench sockets since both are in the same price range and pro-diy segment 🔩🧰
Minor thickness differences in sockets probably matter less that the steel used and how well it was heat treated and how well the sockets were designed ( such as radiused vs. sharpe corners. From the images it looks like the Milwaukee may be nickel plated vs chrome plated nickle is a harder more durable surface finish. Chrome is a more reflective finish in appearance than nickle when compared side by side.
Yeah thickness is one of those things where it may never matter for someone but, there’ll be a handful of people that find those oddball situations where it does.
I guess it could be nickel but I’m used to nickel having a straw colored tinge to it.
Thanks for joining in!
buy both so you have a mid-length set, full-length set, and no money.
@@HAHA.GoodMeme 🤣🤣🤣
Great comparison thanks
Happy to help!!!
4:05.. you can tell by looking huh👎mmm-kay....I've got both of these (and many other) sets.. The DeWalt sockets are quite nice.. more of a mid-length socket, which is advantageous in sets on the road..👍
Dewalt's price (value) is MUCH better and their sets are more thought out for mechanics..not a bunch of junk we don't need
If i was on a budget i would for sure do capri or dewalt sockets. Good quality best bang for buck especially with dewalt sets on sale
The sockets are alright. Their wrenches and ratchets ok if they’re all you have but I wouldn’t ever buy them separately from a set. I haven’t laid my hands on any Capri but I’ve heard tons of positive stuff about them. And I do need to get some of their stuff at some point. They used to offer a neat socket set but they killed it off years ago. It had the ability to make their extension into a T-handle.
Thanks for joining in!
@@gtcam723you have to inspect every socket in a set before leaving the store at harbor freight. But the icon 6 point are fantastic because they have minimal chamfer. TheY bite good when you run a long flex wrench at funny angles.
Snapon and Williams also have minimal chamfer in both 12 and 12 point. Genius 12 points also have minimal chamfer.
Is the milwaukee not like 4x more expensive than dewalt sockets? I got a socket set with case for under 200 on black friday and the mikwaukee sae and metric sets are like 275 each on sale
It seems to vary. Occasionally you can find deals on the Milwaukee. And the Dewalt has plenty under $200 now. That said, I’ve had a heck of a time finding equivalent sets. Gearwrench I can reasonably put head to head with Milwaukee with a given set. Dewalt’s smaller sets seem to leave out all sorts of stuff so they can be cheap. Even their big sets have tons of little pieces so they can inflate their numbers. I’m going to say probably double if you could find equivalent kits. And again, no question that you’ll probably get a bigger bang for your buck with the Dewalt. Assuming that’s what you’re looking for.
Thanks for joining in!
Those DeWalts are mid-length ; label/packaging is nonsense.
@@stefanczechorskidds8435 I don’t disagree with that. Lol
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Sockets are a good topic!! You could do alot content on this!! Keep them coming!!
@@jefftovani5535 oh will do! Thank you again for all your support!
Buy Snap-on sockets and be happy
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No
@@georgedavall9449 Ok, then be unhappy, Sad & miserable with Junk
@@scottaddison8071 The sockets I have are just fine, there skippy Scott!
@@georgedavall9449 you like Junk?
Hello again, Jeff
Thank you for another Great Video 👍 Adjustable Hammer Lol 😂 That sounds about right.
Man, are you confusing me with Jeff over at Jeff’s Garage Adventures? Lol
Sorry about that, I 've been trying to catch up watching videos. 😊
@@georgeferlazzo7936 no worries. It made me laugh.
Nice review! I hadn't considered the possibility of putting a wrench on those Milwaukee sockets. I love my Astro Nano sockets that do have a hex shaped body that a wrench can fit on (17mm for 3/8", 22mm for 1/2"), I wish I had an entire master set of various sockets of that kind. The dewalt sockets also have a knurling on them that I like, but otherwise look identical in size to those from Craftsman nowadays, so presumably they all come from the same "SBD" (Stanley Black&Decker) factory or design ultimately. In my box I have a complete set of 3/8" Tekton in chrome that I use, but sometimes the deeps are too long, so I grab a dewalt socket (I have the 192pc set). Of my socket sets, Tekton has the deepest broaching, and Gearwrench has the most shallow (just enough depth to fit the fastener). And truth be told, I still prefer my oldest Pittsburgh Pro cheapie mongrel set just for the fact that the writing on the damn things is the largest and easier to see. 😅
@@GarenP it would be great if there was a consistent size to the Milwaukee that would make it so you use them like those Astro sockets. That said, I wish there were more options like them but in the non-impact sockets and outside drivers (wrenches) in the 3/8 flavor.
Coming up I’ll have something a bit unusual but it’s probablu 3-4 weeks out.
I swear SBD owns half the tool companies these days and you’re probably right about them coming from the same factory. The V series wrenches sure seem to come from the same place as the Facom, USAG, and Mac Taiwan made wrenches.
Thanks for joining in!
Great comparison! I now have to compare my Dewalt sockets to my Gearwrench, SK, Capri and so on. Maybe I don’t need to buy those ICON semi deep’s after all…😬
@@Snowmannorth I’ve got a few other comparisons I’m going to do too. I don’t have any current SK or Capri on hand.
🤣🤣🤣 Sorry to expose you to that.
Thanks for joining in!
I would say mid length is what everyone likes. At least it's what I hear from people using them daily. I agree with that statement, usually I only need a slightly longer socket. It kills me when a socket is too large length wise. The only real use I get from lengthier deeps is in those stud/bolts combo manufacturers use. But for the most part is not needed as most mids fit 😅. The square section is more of a detrimental to me, as I like slim sockets. I have been in some situations where those mofos will get stuck. if they had a hex like some spark plug sockets I would like them more.
@@andrestnt I never had mid length sockets up until a couple years ago. They’re sort of a Goldilocks thing in a lot of cases. Not too long but deep enough.
My usual use for a deep socket….. when the extension either too long or not quite long enough.
Oh I could see that being an issue. I keep them on hand for occasions where I know I’m going to be rolling around under a vehicle on a smooth surface. Lol
Thanks for joining in!
@@gtcam723 I have had mine for a while. I barely use the deeps, but you definitely need deeps for some things. A lot of people get by and swear by the mids. It's definitely surprising.
@@andrestnt my father told me one day not long back, “a guy can just about get away with only having semi-deeps”. If only I didn’t have this thing about preferring to be closer to my work. Lol
I mispoke, deep and deep🤦♂️
As usual, for your reading enjoyment (sarcasm), I need to let you know if you click on the link, I might get some compensation from Amazon.
Milwaukee 1/4” & 3/8” set
amzn.to/3AaJjwL
Dewalt 172pc Set ($97 as of 8/6/24)
amzn.to/3YuFXPf
Pittsburgh
@@timothyhaley6187 is that a request?
At least Pro line the regular is junk usually.
Snap-on tools is the only company that knows how to make a socket.
You work for Snap On, don’t you? Lol
@@gtcam723 I just like to state the facts. Did you know that guys that use all harbor freight tools are ten times more likely to be cheated on that a guy that only uses snap-on tools?
@@funny0000000 hilarious to me that you think women know the difference or even care 🤣
@@gtcam723 They do care. Since the beginning of time women have picked a mate that can take care of them. If their dish washer breaks they are going to want a guy that has a tiny flex head snap-on ratchet to fix it. To think women are not smart enough to know what a quality tool is can be really insulting to them. Go tell a woman you have a Harbor Freight ratchet and then tell them you have a heavy duty, fully polished chrome, USA made, dual-80, snap-on with precision machining and a lifetime warranty and see which one she thinks is better. Studies have shown that women prefer a guy that invests in himself with snap-on tools because he is 50 times more successful that a guy that "saves money" buying a harbor freight tool in order to drink more on the weekends with the left over cash.
@@funny0000000 how about if u cant afford 50 bucks a socket for snap on. I can get the job done with a pittsburg socket. If it breaks i can drive 10min to exchange no questions asked. Instead of waiting a week then the driver asking wheres his payment. Buy once cry cuz ur broke and in debt.
Great comparison video, and I’m with you the Milwaukee is a better socket in this price range, I wonder how the Milwaukee stacks up against the Gearwrench sockets since both are in the same price range and pro-diy segment 🔩🧰
Stay tuned. That’s my next comparison! Lol