Love seeing new releases from Kobalt. For 95% of folks they're more than enough, all brushless, 24V (6xSamsung Cells), good warranty, and affordable.

@404notfound.....

Жыл бұрын

My rigid gen 5 mid torque will remove a 500' ft-lbs "rusted" lugnut but I still find this very impressive!! 👍🇨🇦

@nickg171

Жыл бұрын

No idea why Kobalt gets a bad rap. Like you said it'll be more than enough for 95% of people's needs

@J.Wick.

Жыл бұрын

@@nickg171 I've been nothing but happy with every single 24V Kobalt product I own. Especially the XTR stuff. They don't even rip you when buying batteries. 6 cells vs 5 of the exact same high quality Samsung cells as the big boys, for usually around ½ price. Crazy to me too.

@winkletown8828

Жыл бұрын

When I was in the market to upgrade my long worn out battery powered gadgets, I had Kobalt XTR in my top 3 to try out. They're extremely powerful but looking at the big picture I passed and here's why .... 1) ergonomics matter - the XTR didn't feel very good in my hand and the trigger pull took entirely too much effort which lead to fatigue and discomfort at the end of the work day 2) the color - I've never liked blue but was willing to overlook that for quality tools, the color made me want to vomit, too much blue 3) power - yes you can have too much of a good thing. I didn't want my impact driver snapping everything I stuck in it 4) price - although not as bad as some others, Kobalt is extremely proud of their stuff and you pay for that. I tried out Milwaukee, Metabo, Rigid, and DeWalt and found many of the same issues. Ergonomics being a big thing for me. At the end of the day, after countless hours of tool review videos and ratings I found the perfect line to invest in (Flex wasn't even heard of yet and I'd still love to try them out) ....... Ryobi HP!!!!!! They feel like they're the only tools made for the human hand, the triggers are easy to oull amd cause less fatigue on the hand, the expensive line of niche tools fits my businesses perfectly, theyre priced very well and they work flawlessly. Yeah the impact driver won't give you lug nut busting torque but that's not what the tool was made for. I haven't broken a single bit or adapter either (people don't factor in that expense over time but it adds up quickly). The drill spins my 6" hole saw through 3/4" birch ply and everything else I work with for materials just fine (fiberglass, wood, mdf, plastic and metal) and the circular saw makes me smile everytime I use it. The comfort that was designed into the grips is second to none. I'm a 25 year professional mobile mechanic and custom car audio installer, and anyone who tries to say Ryobi isn't a pro grade tool can take a hike with that marketing wank nonsense. I love my tools and never regret my investment. Two years I've been using these now and I've only gotten one over torque stoppage from the drill. Was my fault 100%. I've been in the marlet for a new impact and watch every video I can find to see what options exist but I'll probably stick with Ryobi HP unless something outthere really impressed me (like this Kobalt) and grabs my attention. The new Hercules impacts are impressive too for the cost but I'm not entirely sure yet where my dollars will go.

@evansautomotive307

Жыл бұрын

@@nickg171 i've had my little kobalt for over 5 years, its been in oil, rain, atf pretty much every fluid and it still works everyday

Love the videos you do. Just the right amount of information and testing to show the features. Keep up the good work!!

Waiting on TTC to get their hands on this. Not all mid torques can handle real world lug nuts with road grime and rust as I found out with the tool I bought. I want to see the beans on the Dyno

@svn5994

Жыл бұрын

Spambot above me. Don't bother with it.

@BlindMansRevenge2002

Жыл бұрын

Exactly! While it is impressive, that gun was able to bust loose 1000 foot pounds. I don’t think it would last long working that hard every day. Those mid to works or right at home busting lugs off of passenger cars and SUVs. Additionally, the smaller form factor makes them good for under hood work. As soon as you get into the full-size pick up territory and rust belt suspension components, you have to go with the high torque.

@FyrFytr998

Жыл бұрын

@@BlindMansRevenge2002 what I’m interested to see is the next gen high torque from Kobalt, because this mid covers its numbers easily. Also I wonder if we’re gonna see similar boosts from the next XTR releases?

@rellmonger7935

Жыл бұрын

True, I don't go by torque testing, because I will never know what the dealership torqued my lugs to from tire rotation to tire rotation. I like real world test to see it's capable. I have a 2016 Kobalt 24v 1/2 Impact wrench with plenty use. My van is 1 ton 8-lug. It snatches them lugs off no problem. My son just bought me the 2022 Hercules Ultra torque 1/2 Impact wrench & it's 2 or 3 seconds faster removing the same lugs.

Thank you so much Tim! Lovely review and I appreciate that you added the 10 sec timer! That is extremely helpful my friend

Great job and cool video! Very impressive performance for a mid torque. And a decent price. Thank you for your hard work sir.

I absolutely love my kobalt impact wrenches , drills, and other tools.

I a big fan of kobalt been buying there stuff for years never had a problem with it

WOW! Great tests and video as always!

Impressive numbers - Kobalt stepping up their game much like DeWalt. Excellent testing methodology too.

You are the best and most trusted tool review you tell the TRUTH. I trust your tool reviews 100%.

Wow ! I love my milwaukee mid torque , BUT i'm gonna buy one of these! Great review

Just scooped one of these kits up at Lowes for $199. A steal for the price. Really impressed with this thing as I immediately did a brake job using it.

I used the full size kobalt impact gun. That thing had no issues working in a shop day in and out for months. I still have it but don't use it regularly anymore due to its size and my line of work now. I just picked up this and hoping it'll meet and exceed my expectations

i have one of the first gen 1/2" one of these and its still been working well even using a 2ah battery for most things. if needed there is always thw 3 foot breaker bar if the 2 or 4 ah battery cant get it off. i use my kobalts for work (i work on forklifts) and they are all about 6 years old and i havent had any issues.

Where was I 3mos ago when you released this. This things really totally punching above it's weight. I can foresee one of these BadBoyz in my toolbox for sure. I can see now I'm gonna be a cordless toolslut in very short time. Seems like everyone has something that's simply thE best at what it does. Ridgid has the coolest hobby electric screwdriver I've ever seen. There's slew of 12v tools out there, red and yellow, that hit like they're 18/20v, all the while sipping on 4 or 5ah batteries so long, you have dust off the charger in between charges. Love your channel. Thanks for all your hard work.

Got mine today and man im super happy great buy so far I love it

@Shoptoolreviews

Жыл бұрын

That's great to hear. Thanks for watching and sharing.

Just picked up one of these. I've had the og 1/2" kobalt for years now. It's great, a bit bulky and doesn't quite have the mustard you need for every scenario. But basically will work 99% of the time. If you can fit it in the space (that's what she said) it will work. Love my kobalt cordless tools.

I prefer this kind of testing. Good work.

Kobalt is a power house. I like that it could stop the truck rotation when the nut is broken loose. The 8ah battery is impressive.

love to see you review the kobalt high torque again since you have the big boy torque wrench. I just got my dad the high torque for Christmas. Maybe should've got this one instead.

Great demo. Seems to be more than enough tool for most situations. With that battery discharge rate might need an xtra battey or an xr battery to go along with it.

I recently purchased this Kobalt 1/2 inch mid torque kit from a local Lowe's for $149 with a 4ah battery and a 150w fast charger. I thought it was a great deal that I couldn't pass up. I am in love with how it performs, it has way more torque than my Kobalt 1/2 inch compact impact wrench. This mid torque impact wrench is enough for any fastener on my Mitsubishi Mirage I can think of. At Lowe's, I had a chance to look at, hold and pick up the XTR 1/2 inch high torque impact wrench. I love the Kobalt XTR line but for me it crosses into that high cost overkill territory. My first impression was WOW this thing is big, bulky and heavy! It offered way more power than what I actually needed and it felt like it would've been wasted on my limited use. I had a chance to test my mid torque on lug nuts today and it didn't even break a sweat on speed 2, sheesh! I'm glad I chose the Kobalt mid torque as it provides a great balance of power to weight ratio when you really need that extra oomph! Granted it is a little bulkier and heavier than the best mid torques out there I still highly recommend it to any DIYer, homeowner, car guy, mechanic, hobbyist, or enthusiast considering a good mid torque impact wrench. It's now my favorite Kobalt 24v tool in my arsenal!

I can't wait for the boys at the TTC to test the Kobalt next generation of tools. Thank you for testing all the brand names. I'll keep watching.

Hell yea. So gald I invested in the xtr kit! Winning feels good.

I used to look down on kobalt until I bought an xtr impact and threw their ultimate output 8 amp hour battery on it. The thing will smash your wrench into a pile if you give it the beans. Now I own only kobalt and DeWalt. Love em both.

LET'S GO TJ!🏁 She's a beast...

My favorite part of this impact is the butter smooth trigger. Its so easy to handle and has a good balance.

Wow! Very nice! I hope you made a new video about DeWalt’s new mid torque too

Milwaukee brand is really strengthen the competition. I like that. I was leaning towards the Kobalt brand since i needed impact driver, drill and impact wrench but I decided for Milwaukee based on the deal I got on the FUEL edition so it was hard to beat. Plus i got a free 3.8 ratchet non fuel edition & shockwave 50 piece bit out the deal too. 1000 ft-lbs from that Kobalt Mid Torque got me like 👀

Kobalt, Flex, Ego--chervon excels with pretty much any of its tool lines

@luisinhoens90

Жыл бұрын

Skil has been lackluster as of lately. Other than the 2x20V rear handle saw there haven't been other tool releases. Most of their current tools are the same ones they released when they took over from Bosch

@beardedslavbrew615

Жыл бұрын

Flex's HT impact was a let down and was embarrassed by the Milwaukee HT impact. Flex talked too much big game.

@gregorymandile2321

10 ай бұрын

true story

@gregorymandile2321

10 ай бұрын

Flex didn't clam the strongest impact,but it is one of the best made ones with the built in flex in the handle so u don't break your wrist @@beardedslavbrew615

I have this tool and yes it will do every bit of 1100 foot pounds in reverse and it will tighten up to 708 foot pounds

I just got that kit ,I paid 149 on sale I'm pretty happy with it

Good lord that’s impressive and I don’t even get into power tools like that. I had a impact driver from kobalt and loved it too bad it was left in a house that got tore down

thank you for using the 8ah battery i asked for... super...wow!!!!!!!!!!!

Great clip, Tim. That Kobalt is impressive! Wanted to ask: Having picked up the Milwaukee M18 1/2" mid-torque as a kit (including 5.0ah battery & charger) for $199 (Home Depot app around Black Friday/Cyber Monday), I wonder if you might retest it, to see it's limits, now that your testing rig has clearly been beefed up (on your previous video testing it, if I recall correctly, you left off at around 600 ft lbs, given the testing rig's limitations at the time). If you can. Thanks for another GREAT, INFORMATIVE VID!

Can’t wait to see the results on TTC 🤙

Excelent amigos i love this channel

Great video you're doing a great job I would love to see this against the Milwaukee mid torque to compare the two tightening and not busting towards

@Shoptoolreviews

Жыл бұрын

We will see what we can do. Thanks for watching.

This is really impressive.

Just picked the kit up at Lowes for $149

Thanks so much

I rescind what I said earlier, this thing does better than my XTR hight torque

That thing is impressive

Awesome, video

Jeezus! I'm getting one. 👍

It's $150 right now at Lowes (battery and charger included). I'm tempted to pick one up. The other bigger brands are just too expensive for a DIY guy like me 👍. I do have more expensive stuff like my Makita XDT15RB impact driver drill, but I'm talking about the mid torque and bigger stuff 👍. Wow. That Kobalt is amazing for the price and mid torque?

I would like to see this same test using the Kobalts ultimate output battery. I am getting one of this impact.

More power than Dewalt dcf891 if you look at the strength of this kobalt midtorq.maybe most powerful impact wrench midtorq level in the world now

I wonder if kobalt plans on releasing an updated XTR 1/2 high torque? This thing would put a lot of big high torques on notice.

@ProxyFinal

Жыл бұрын

I do think it needs an update of some sort. It's not bad, just decent enough.

@GuyFromJupiter

Жыл бұрын

It seems bulky for what it's capabilities are based on other reviews, though it's still a pretty good bang for your buck in the realm of high torques. It's a relatively new tool from them though, so don't expect an update on it anytime soon.

Very impressive

I think I'm going to order one so I can have a decent Kobalt mid torque impact since I'm already bought into that ecosystem plus I get a military discount so its win win for me. I also want that new fast charger as its like 50w more powerful than the older one. Edit: order placed.

@buddahkz9980

Жыл бұрын

How had your experience been with it

@puffnstuff12

Жыл бұрын

@@buddahkz9980 I've used it a couple of times and it does what they claim it will so I'm satisfied with it. For the price you can't go wrong with getting one.

This guy really knows how to test tools. Another great video thanks!!

Just picked up the kit on sale at Lowes for $150!

The torque test channel video of this tool showed it had a lot less torque than shown in this video. TTC showed the Dewalt DCF891 produced much more torque. I would like you to make a video comparing the nut busting abilites of both wrench because your videos showed the Kobalt busting higher torqued bolts. Thanks and keep making great videos for all of us to enjoy.

@Shoptoolreviews

Жыл бұрын

We definitely use different testing methods than TTC, but we both typically draw the same conclusions in the end. We use greased nuts and bolts torqued to specific ft-lbs, while they use an equation to convert pressure to ft-lbs. What neither of us can simulate exactly are rusty bolts, old lug nuts on a 20-year-old truck, etc. I think TTC does a great job, and their content has great value. At the same time, I'm sure there will be times when our conclusions won't be exact. We may do a comparison video very soon. Thanks for watching.

@rockygambina312

3 ай бұрын

@@Shoptoolreviewslove this answer. There’s value in both channels. Lab testing cannot 100% simulate real world. If the different tests show similar conclusions, you have good information to make an informed decision.

I would have been curious to see if it would do 1000 ft lbs with an adapter on it. Thanks for the video.

Thanks for the video. I think I'll pick one up tomorrow, they're on sale for $149 for the kit.

@Kevin-mp5of

2 ай бұрын

I picked one up last week, it’s gutless…

@ww321

2 ай бұрын

@@Kevin-mp5of you should take it back cause mine works great. I broke a 5/8" bolt with it the other day.

@Kevin-mp5of

2 ай бұрын

@@ww321 I doubt the bolt was 5/8", perhaps the hex head was 5/8", but not the bolt...

@ww321

2 ай бұрын

@@Kevin-mp5of troll

@Kevin-mp5of

2 ай бұрын

@@ww321 yes, I agree you are a troll and ignorant too.

It is in my store and it was a kit, although it was 209 then raised to 219. There was also a tower light( battery only) for 169. There was only 2 and they sold, but I swear that it said 7200 lumens. I'm not positive that I'm remembering correctly.

The testing approach is refreshingly simple, and anyone finding fault with it might be setting excessively high expectations. With a staggering 1000 pounds of torque, it's difficult to imagine requiring any more. Even 650 torque is abundantly sufficient for the majority of home mechanics engaged in automotive work.

WOW IT'S good has my DEWALT DCF 891And comes with a battery and charger

interesting. i like it.

CAN'T wait till the new FLEX MID TQ IMPACT WRENCH comes out

Looks like I’ll be taking back my Milwaukee mid torque!

Very good deal with the 4ah bat and charger. A bit heavier than some mid trq's but more powerful. Pick your poison, its all good.

Tim can you re-test the Kobalt XTR High Torque 1/2 impact with your new set-up? In the video it only went too 700ft lbs. Im wondering if this new mid Torque is actually more powerful... Thanks again!

@gerz4118

8 ай бұрын

Shop tool reviews Yes, we'd love to see that.

Wow!!!!

Love your channel ! Hopefully you can help with my scenario. Looking to purchase my first impact wrench, I do my own basic vehicle maintenance and tired of removing each nut with breaker bar when rotating tires or changing breaks. Can’t decide between this Kobalt or the Ryobi p262, 1/2 inch impacts! Would appreciate your input as to which one you would recommend over the other.

@BlindMansRevenge2002

Жыл бұрын

Kobaltt

Kobalt should include an Ultimate Output 4.0 battery in the kit.

Lowes has the "buy more save more" on this tool combo kit. Brings it down to $180. Offer is good till April 2023.

Milwaukee needs to release something soon or I'm going to have to buy a 4th battery platform lol.

Now that you have that new high torque gun you should consider doing a battle of the high torques Milwaukee, dewalt, makita, the new snap on high torque. Would be cool to see how much they can actually break loose

@winkletown8828

Жыл бұрын

Milwaukee is still king, but the Hercules is a very close second. The rest pffffft ... Why even waste time talking about them?

@jake-mv5oi

Жыл бұрын

@@winkletown8828 Milwaukee is still pretty good, but they've been falling behind a bit compared to the other brands lately as far as max torque.

@svn5994

Жыл бұрын

@@jake-mv5oi Only 3 brands beat them, and 2 of them are significantly more expensive. It also took 5+ years minimum for these brands to even make a real attempt.

@jake-mv5oi

Жыл бұрын

@@svn5994 No argument on the time its taken to get there, but they're not king anymore. Ridgid and Dewalt both beat milwaukee's high torque and a few others beat their mid/compacts.

@winkletown8828

Жыл бұрын

@@jake-mv5oi well, they're still the top dog. The Hercules is nipping at their heels though. Which is good for us as consumers. Competition between the companies means more stuff for us 👍👍

Awesome video man. Curious if you are able to go back to the big kobalt impact xtr to see what it max out on. Seeing how this little thing has gone over its spec i'm curious if the big one will do the same 🤔 or if it will do less.

i wonder if you torqued the last bolts to 1100 and 1200 if it can break it free with a 8amp

Just got mine for $149. 🎉🎉🎉

Like to see a video on the craftsman new 3 speed RP impact wrench....

Ah I see why all the high torque testings are on back order. He needs to replace the thread pitch on those larger thread fasteners. And maybe weld the 3/4 adapter and 2 1/4 in socket. Not going to lie that thread rig looks fun.

Got my self a mid torque as well but it's struggles to remove lug nuts and kills have my battery requick and doesn't seem to hammer right either....

That thing is a beast. I feel like it'll give my ryobi high torque a run for it's money. I need to see it on torque test channels rig also

Go Team Blue!

Holy smokes

It looked like it's stronger for the Cobalt high torque the big behemoth you should do a comparison.

If they took Mid-touqe to 1000ft pounds then I'm curious if the first gen high torque will be updated and then the xtr update should be able to take off nearly 1800ft pounds which at this point things are getting crazy and making the Milwaukee 1" impact like a bad deal considering this is almost a 1/3 the price as that. So I'm excited.

It did it with a regular 4.0 battery FYI. Also consider, you are getting a fast charger

Between this and the Red Army mid torque, which comes out on top based on performance and price point?

I'd like to see a comparison between the next gen and the one before to see how they are

@juanc5149

Жыл бұрын

They didn’t have a true mid torque. They had a “compact” impact wrench that TTC classified it as a mid torque because it’s over 6 in. It…. It didn’t test well as a mid torque.

@matersworkshop6123

Жыл бұрын

@@juanc5149 Kobalt has 3 different 1/2 inch impact wrench's. I have the small one. There's a mid and the XTR which is the top one

🤯 The power, price, warranty for the kit is an awesome deal. The tool does remind me of the Dewalt, but it smoked it too. Kobalt is the new 🤴 of the Midtorques who knew🤣👍🏼

@winkletown8828

Жыл бұрын

I don't agree with your statement. Yeah watching only this video you'd think that but check out the competition 😉 there's a torque war going on and in the end, we win.

@johnny4713ify

Жыл бұрын

@@winkletown8828 Your right about the torque war and yes we all win. I haven't seen any other channel with this bad boy being tested. I actually went back to see the Dewalt Mid being tested on this channel and you can see he used several types of batteries to break the 1000 mark plus it took longer on the clock to do it. The Kobalt did it faster with just the 4ah battery in the kit with consistent runs. Everyone is saying that they'll reserve judgment after TTC gets a hold of it, but really this is the only channel that test tools on bolts using accurate fastening LION bolting tools the kind my brother uses working around Nuclear Power Plant Reactors so yes I'd rather go with his method. I don't own any Kobalt power tools and wasn't expecting them to drop anything new since Flex seems to be Lowes Top tier line. I'm deep into the new Milwaukee and Ridgid line of power tools so even I'm impressed. I think this kit is a great buy for a first time DYI person. You gotta admit Kobalt just served Flex them beans🤣💪

@seatownchris206

Жыл бұрын

​@Winkle Town- both kobalt and DeWalt disagree with your statement

@johnny4713ify

Жыл бұрын

@@seatownchris206 🤣👍🏻

@seatownchris206

Жыл бұрын

@johnny4713 You're spot on. Kobalt bringing the 🔥 to DeWalt, Milwaukee, etcetera.

I wonder if the regular high torque has more or less torque

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I thought that Kobalt was gonna be dismissed for the FLEX line, and I also find it weird that they're not continuing their XTR line of tools Maybe theyll come out with a newer Compat Impact Wrench, right after I just got done swapping the anvil on my XTR lol Also, does the trigger on this or any of the other new tools feel good? I have the XTR Drill and Impact, and the triggers are not very responsive. If you quickly pull the trigger, there's a pretty good delay.

@romingnometx

Жыл бұрын

They've never said they're dropping Kobalt, the Lowes flagship tool line, for Flex. They also have more XTR tools being released, so not dropping that either.

@coltonjacobs5383

Жыл бұрын

@@romingnometx I just assumed that they were gonna drop Kobalt for Flex. Also, where are you getting the news from? I didn't know they're gonna do some more XTR stuff aswell, I'd like to see this all for myself. Not trying to argue with ya, I'm just genuinely curious

@kissisagod

Жыл бұрын

Theyre going to be releasing an xtr Brad nailer

@shaunnightfire8269

28 күн бұрын

Their right angle impact is the best there is and it can get in even tighter spaces.

Are they going to bail on the XTR line?

day-umn 😍

How does the older Kobalt 24-volt max (672825) 650 ftlbs torque?

The xrt can do this as well with the right attachments.

whose hand did they use for the hand tight feature?

@shaunnightfire8269

28 күн бұрын

Hercules!

Can you please re test the big bro XTR I'm in between this and the XTR

@Shoptoolreviews

Жыл бұрын

Very soon. ;)

@ax5017

Жыл бұрын

@@Shoptoolreviews Thank you

I wish you would have demonstrated how much actual torque this tool can apply.

So this ones better than the xtr??

not bad.

@Shoptoolreviews

Жыл бұрын

not at all.

We"ll just have to see what the torque test channel has to say about this.

If they have a problem with your test rig then they need to come up with one and bring it to the shop…lol! Kobalt is under rating this “mid-torque” impact wrench, it’s closer to a high torque!

@seatownchris206

Жыл бұрын

@txvet 77- I have both this and the right angle 3/8 kobalt impact, and that also hit well above its specs, too.

Its a beast, but i highly doubt test accuracy, as 700 took more time than 1000, it does not make sense. Waiting for ttc to confirm