Which is the Best Torque Wrench? Ten Brands Tested

Each torque wrench was tested for initial accuracy when new at 50, 100, 150, 200, and 250 foot-pounds. The torque wrench contenders were then tested at 50, 150, and 250 foot-pounds in the counterclockwise direction. Subsequently, the wrenches were cycled 1,000 times at 100 foot-pounds and then tested again for accuracy.

10 Torque Wrench brands Tested:

• Snap-On,
• Wera,
• Craftsman,
• Kobalt,
• ICON,
• DeWalt
• SK Hand Tools,
• Proto Tools,
• Performance Tool,
• Lexivon, and
• Vintage Craftsman.

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Torque Wrenches Tested In This Video

(in no particular order):

Snap-On Torque Wrench: Purchased from Snap-On

ICON Torque Wrench: Purchased at Harbor Freight