20 Best Impact Sockets For The Money (2022 Updated)

So far so good. The spring will sometimes push out the nut to be aware. Once in a while you will have to pick one up. But after a few uses you will not be worried about it. They work good and so far not an issue.

Bought the set 1 month and a half ago. Good product.

I’ve been looking for something like this for so long and now that I have this set my job has been so much easier! I’ve tried similar items from other brands and none hold up like these! Just like all klein tools, very nice and durable!.

Great quality, and cuts down on the amount of sockets in the tool box! Only downside is that they might not fit in all the SUPER tight places a conventional socket may fit in.

I’ve had this set for about 5years. All I can say is they are excellent. Used with a Milwaukee 3/8″ fuel impact wrench and ratchet. The case. A few complaining about it. One guy said it’s hollow. Yea, it’s a blow molded case just like most others.

I cut the top off and set it in a drawer of my tool box. Impact wrench and ratchet right next to it. Works great! Have a 3/8″ drawer now. Well organized and easy to get to. This is an excellent set. The swivels work great, torx are what finishes off the set.

Many extensions, haven’t come across anything else I need.

This is a great set of sockets. It has become my go-to set as it is all inclusive and easiest to grab in its case. It is a big set, so remember that. I saw on another review complaining that there is a lot of oil on the sockets.

Well these are black oxide and will rust, eventually. Especially true in a humid environment, worse if they set and aren’t used. Sunex has no idea how long they will set on a shelf before they end up a customer’s hands, so its good that they oiled them up.

Yes, they are covered in machine oil and it is smelly. I use these on my old (and new) cars and they will never be “clean”. The extensions are an awesome inclusion and I’ve had the most use from the universal sockets that are included.

I use these with myDEWALT DCF890B 20V Max XR 3/8 Compact Impact Wrench and its a match made in heaven for the majority of jobs replacing my ratchet except for very specific jobs where I either can’t fit the impact wrench or something that would be inappropriate for impact, like spark plugs.

As some other reviewers have mentioned, I’ve only had a single failure, and that was snapping off one of the Torx bits. They pretty much suck. That said, the rest are seriously strong. I’ve used a lot of them with a 3/8-to-1/2 drive adapter and my Dewalt (yeah, I’ve really fell in love with their 20V cordless tools) 1/2″ impact rated for 1200 ft-lbs without any damage.

This set includes about everything you need in a 3/8 impact set. Standard depth, deep, and wobble sockets. Plus extensions, a wobble, torx and E-torx sockets. One thing I like about Sunex sets is they don’t skip sizes unlike some other brands.

This set includes sizes you would realistically use with a 3/8 impact or ratchet. The sockets are easily identified with the gold print on them, and if that rubs off after much use, they size is also rolled into the metal.

The deep sockets are fairly deeply broached (about half way down their length) which I like. They seem to have tight tolerances and fit fasteners well. The set comes in a case which holds the sockets well and quickly tells you the size and if something is missing.

Considering everything included, lifetime warranty, and the quality, this is a fantastic value!.

I could not possibly be more pleased with this set. I finally got the chance to use them this week and I’m ecstatic over this new addition to the tool shed. So far starters, I was immediately, before I even opened the set, so impressed with the case these come in.

We have all had the little plastic case with the plastic cases with the plastic latches. These are a heavy duty metal latch. The whole thing just feels sturdy and like every piece isn’t going to spill out at any given moment.

The sockets themselves are great too. They come oiled up and ready to go. I used the set with an electric driver on a deck this weekend. Mostly repairs with a small addition (the price of lumber, right).

These things worked like dream. No stripping, slipping, or any other issue. And the swivel heads where tremendous for the underneath, around the way and hard to reach areas. There’s three different sized extensions.

It’s really all you could need. I really cannot recommend this heavy duty set enough.

I purchased these and immediately regreted the choice upon opening the case. They have a cheap appearance with the brand mark being barely laser etched on, the only stamping was the Cr-V alloy which is the cheaper option of alloys to use for a tool steel.

Cr-Mo is a better choice and less likely to shatter in service. The arrangement in the case looked like it was trying to take up more space with large spacing between sockets. The biggest factor was the blatant cheap socket with a name slapped on it appearance.

It was obvious given my experience with a wide variety of brands of tools over my 20 plus years of wrenching. IF you want a decent set of impact sockets, The equivalent Milwaukee set did not disappoint me.

I was surprised to be disappointed by this set as I have been pleased with every other chrome Gearwrench tool I either own or have used.

I have many socket sets ranging from 1/4 inch drive all the way up to 3/4 inch drive. and many of the sockets in metric or SAE that you will use sometimes come up missing, lost, barrowed or possibly break.

This particular kit covers most of the more commonly used sizes and is reasonably priced. The only drawback I have witnessed thus far giving a 4 star rating is the socket size information imprinted on the side of the sockets is not very good quality and some as new can barely be read.

For me this isn’t a problem but could be if trying to size the socket correctly be using this information. otherwise I used this set to replace a few sockets that had walked away to better homes/garages or were broken.

If I had purchased the three sockets I needed to replace separately the cost would be equal to the cost of this entire 13v piece set. These have been durable so far as Impact 1/2 drive sockets turning rusted and hard to remove automotive bolts.

This set is heavy, rugged and priced well. The finish is excellent and work well with conventional stud-nut combinations. However where they fail is in their design. The hex portion of the socket only extends a few millimeters into the socket.

After that, the hex goes away and the inside is reduced. While this leaves enough room for conventional studs, it makes these “deep” sockets useless for other applications, like fuel filters, O2 sensors, couplers, spark plugs and other things.

They will work good for lug nuts and that’s about it.

I would gladly give 3 stars but because theses socket sets come on that plastic carrier ( which isn’t a big deal it makes it convenient ) bit after so long of using them they don’t stay on the socket holder anymore.

I purchased this one the sae standard the other day it’s been great. But I have had this exact set in metric for a couple years and after the 1st 6 months of using them they all start falling off the holder.

If there was a way to change the tabs that you push down to pull the socket off and some others type of way to keep them on there for many years use after use then I would give 5 stars. I know of a way to do it and I’m sure it can be figured out relatively easily.

But that’s my input and everyone ok ow who has sets or a set of these exact impact sockets has the exact same problem. Of you could fix and change it that toul be cool. If they didn’t do that then I would have gave 5+++++ stars there amazing exelent sockets.

Thanks for reading -Trevor.

I use it for removing lugs bolts when changing tires, any application where bolts need to be removed or screwed on. The sockets are easy to put on to my impact wrench and seem to be well made. I like the case they come in could be better if sockets were held in place better.

Good quality product especially at the sale price.

Just what I need for my new DCF899B Impact wrench. Seems well made and the set comes with adapters form my 1/4″ impact drill.

Love it. Great price. Came with 2 adaptors

This set comes in a sturdy and well organized case. The clasps on the side are somewhat difficult to undo which means it is less likely to pop open and spill the pieces if I drop it. I like that this set actually come with a conveniently removable section.

I can place it in the drawer of my workbench and the sockets are ready to grab as soon as I open the drawer. I mainly use these for work on my cars and so the small variety of socket sizes is good enough for me to get the job done.

The wall thickness of the sockets is enough for me to never worry about breaking a socket. The sockets lock onto the wrench so there is no concern about the wrench popping off of the socket while I torque on a difficult bolt.

The switch on the wrench is easily flipped from tighten to loosen. In conclusion, this is a great socket set and it should be more than enough for my purposes at home. I would recommend it to anyone that works in maintenance or just likes to work on projects at home.

This 1/2″ drive Impact Socket set is everything I expected from DeWALT. I have used this set to repair numerous pieces of heavy equipment in the last few weeks. Each socket is clearly marked with the size, and what DeWALT names “DirectTorque” is a fantastic feature.

Thus effectively diminishing, if not eliminating the ability to round the fastener heads and nuts. I have really put some of the sockets to work with my pneumatic impact wrenches with no wear visible.

I have also used the ratchet that is provided in the set. While the 72 Tooth drive is what I would consider a fine drive ratchet, it held up well to the torque loads I placed upon it. The handle is comfortable yet you can get a good grip on it, I could use this many hours without much fatigue.

Included in the set is a 1/4″ hex to 1/2″ drive adaptor, which I found to be handy. All combined in a case that keeps everything organized. The only complaint I have with this set is that when I opened it, each tool had a light coating of oil and needed to be wiped down prior to use.

Though understandable this is to keep tools for oxidization after manufacturing and before purchase. I would highly recommend this set to anybody either for their personal or professional use.

this is a great kit. ive been using it everyday for over a year and a half in a busy auto shop. i’ve really worked them hard and they haven’t let me down once. i can highly recommend this kit – the quality is outstanding, the fit of the sockets is really tight, they work great on rusted out hardware, they won’t strip anything.

i absolutely cannot over state how great a value this kit is. buy them and you will not regret it. these sockets are on par with any of the stuff ive got off the trucks. seriously. theyre a great buy, even have a great case that splits in two so you can lay it in your tool box drawer and keep everything easily accessible and neat.

after using these sockets for all this time i can honestly say i love these things more than i thought i could ever love a socket set. i will definitely be buying more gp sockets in the future.

Super nice set. You will have the best set of tools around. To have a complete set of sockets sounds like a no brainer but these are made extremely durable, all the sizes are there, Deep and regular for almost any application.

Seems like everytime I pull these out for a job someone is commenting on them, asking where to get a set! A little update a few months into using them pretty heavy and they look new, no scruffing or bulging of the wells! I just Couldn’t express how much I am pleased with the quality of this set, yes it’s a little more money than a cheapie, but, if u don’t loose them, you will probably have a great set of tools to pass down to your son!.

Upon first using the set I made the mistake of putting the entire set on top of a wheel. Someone clipped it walking by and dumped it all on the floor. The only causality was the cheap plastic clip that keeps the case shut.

I wish it was the slider type.

Well made. A high quality product.

I use these on my 18v Bosch impact driver to run lag bolts in and remove them. Love the compact case and the price is the best on the net.

Bomb proof. Already burnt up one impact .

I for years have had a pieced together shallow impact socket set. As time goes on my original generic Kmart set became broke or lost, incomplete. Now that I have a great assortment of milwaukee impact tools I needed a good set of metric 1/2 shallow impacts.

These are generally rated well on ebay /Amazon, but hard to know. I watched a few independent tool reviews on YouTube, and they recommended over or as high as milwaukee /Mac /snap on. When you consider price to the factor, compared to what you get.

I received them fast, first thing I noticed is the case seems quite durable, compact, sturdy. I recently got a great deal on a set of g. r. i. p. Branded longs both metric and sae at my pawn shop and can’t find the matching shallows.

I’m glad I got these. The case is great, the impacts are very well marked easy to read, they are very sturdy, six sided, have very good depth, and even have a hole for pin indented tools if that’s what you have.

I’ve seen some sets that include all the sizes possible, this one is a very good set, starts at 11 gets to 32 has 14 sockets. It does exclude the 16,20,23,25,26,28,29,31 I’ve found that I have seldom needed the missing sizes, tekton also sells sets that include more on the lower end and another at the higher end, but you end up spending more.

This is a very good basic home mechanics set. The case also has stamped numbers inside to place sockets back where they are to go. If you are looking for an affordable, shallow impact metric socket set that was made with some effort behind them, that also comes with a lifetime warranty then I high recommend this brand.

As stated tekton has diffrent size sets, but they all come with the quality craftsmanship and cases, you can’t go wrong, yes you can get cheaper sockets at other places and even with warrenty but no cases.

I intend to purchase the sae very soon.

The sockets seem well made. So far I have only used the 1 1/8 extensively. It has held up well, which is what I would expect from an impact socket. The sizes are marked so that they show up very well and are easy to read.

The only two things I would have a small issue with are: 1 The cases for the metric and imperial are just alike. It would be nice if they were two different colors. 2 The plastic clips that hold the cases closed don’t look like they will last.

Overall I am very pleased with both the quality and the price of these sockets.

This is a good set of budget impact sockets. The finish isn’t as nice as the higher priced sockets, but these should last the home mechanic for years. It has most of the common SAE 1/2″ drive sizes you’ll need and additional sockets are available if you need something larger than 1″.

One point of concern is the laser etching, if it wears off there will be nothing left to identify the size.

It’s an impact socket set that helps remove and install SAE bolts on vehicles and other items that have stuck or hard to remove bolts and nuts. I bought it to use on my lawn mower and my Ford Expedition.

They work flawless only issues were the numbers wear off quickly and they dont come with decent storage

well built 1 inch x 1 inch socket. I used it to remove some old lug nuts from a Motorhome, using a torque multiplier with a 1 drive. Worked perfect for my project. I would recommend. I tried a 1/2 air gun, but would not move the lug nuts at all.

Air compressor was a 125 psi with 4. 7 [email protected] psi. Not the best, but this socket and torque multiplier did the job.

Great product. I ended up putting it on a 7 foot cheater to break the lug nuts loose. It held up well. I think it will last a long time.

Not exactly as pictured, but definitely stamped (lightly) “1 1/8, Armstrong USA 20-236”. Hard to read, but still a great deal.

The price is a little high but it was convenient not having to go to the store. Its also a mat finish not gloss like the picture.

Needed for a specific task. Didn’t cost a lot and works just fine.

Works excellently for the intended purpose of remove lug nuts and other 3/4 bolts.

Dont buy tectonic brand. Their a lessor alloy blend of metal and thinner that in comparison this will loosen the stubborn nut better. Due to this socket will transfer the energy blasting a counterclockwise rotation verse uselessly wasting the loosening energy by the gun into tinny rattles of thin crappy metal spcket walls I also think the larger size of 3/4 mass leads to better action vs.

1/2 socket. Example. Would you use a big hammer or little hammer to jar somwthing?.

Works great use this to remove the diff fill bolt on diesel trucks. I use it everyday and it’s been holding up fine. I don’t use an impact gun on it so I can’t say how it holds up in that situation.

Have never gone wrong with Grey Pneumatic sockets. The new version of this socket is also stamped, so you should be able to identify it after use of use and no more coating. Have used this on a 1/2 impact up to 800 ft/lbs with no issues.

Thanks GP for stamping these now!.

Excellent product! I needed it to remove wheel bearing in jeep wrangler 2002. It fits smoothly

This is a nice swivel socket. It seems to be made well. I have no problems with it so far.

Very similar to the now older snap-on impact swivel sockets. Seems to work very well.

Well made impact sockets. Have used before with not problem’s Made in the USA. Thank you Wright Tools.

Works great on my 1″ impact with extended anvil for our Volvo and Mack tractor trailers. This socket seems to engage on all of the lug nuts faster and easier than the sunex socket I was previously using.

I was wasting time spinning the socket to get it on each lug but this Wright socket engages effortlessly.

well made,good quality tool for extra torque.

This product is Proto made and they are generally good. I have used them for years. The process of purchase and delivery through MSC was straight and direct. Delivery was quick.

The PROTO brand is Built to be Tough and Rugged for the IMPACT of driving out those rusted bolts. Proto has manufactured the impact sockets from Special Alloy Steel for strength and hardness. And, “ALL” of the PROTO sockets have their “Lifetime Warranty”.

If for some reason one of them should fail, contact MSC and the Customer Care Associate will take care of it for you.

Fit perfectly for my F250 pinion shaft nut. The gear box end. Was durable enough for the removal and installation of the nut.

This 46mm impact rated socket is built like a tank. Nothing short of a cutting torch will be able to harm it. It will be present for many ancestors.

This socket is well made fit and finish, of course the proof will be how it holds up. I have a tractor bolt to torque at 600 pounds.

Made it possible to remove and replace a recessed gland nut without damaging it. Worked great.

Can always count on Milwaukee Tools to make quality impact sockets. I used this one for the axle nuts on a 2012 Subaru Outback. Happy to have this addition to my socket collection.

I always have great experience with Milwaukee tools at work. So now I bought my first set of drills to start my own collection to amazing tools for home. One day to buy the tool box to place all these amazing tools.

I was slightly nervous as I’m a bit tough on tools, but after a lot of use over the last month my Milwaukee impact socket held up like a champ! Not a single slip in tolerance and definitely hasn’t come apart!.

This is one of the most complete socket sets out there. A huge range of sizes that don’t skip anything between 8mm and 36! All for half the price of a set off the tool trucks, what more could you want?.

Set has no missing sockets they are very well marked numbers impressed into the steel and painted very good case to hold them.

Excellent set, been using it hard as a heavy tech on mining equipment. Works great and best of all no missing sockets, goes from 8-36 no skips