Kobalt 338590 (12-pc Metric)
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Summary
4.4 stars across 800+ reviews. Lowe's house brand at the lowest price in this roundup. The ratchet mechanism works fine for home use. Lowe's hassle-free replacement warranty means you can walk in and swap a broken wrench with no questions. Professional mechanics find the mechanism less refined than GearWrench.
$25-$40 Lowe's as of April 2026
Key Specifications
| pieces | 12 |
| sizes | 8mm-19mm |
| toothCount | 72-tooth |
| ratchetArc | 5 degrees |
| material | Chrome vanadium |
| finish | Full polish chrome |
Pros
- Cheapest set here at $25-$40.
- Hassle-free Lowe's replacement warranty.
- 72-tooth mechanism works for home and light professional use.
- Easily available at any Lowe's.
Cons
- Ratchet mechanism has more play than GearWrench or Tekton.
- Chrome finish is thinner.
- Lowe's exclusive limits purchasing options.
- Less professional adoption.
- The mechanism may slip sooner under heavy professional daily use.