How we choose

We pick gear from well-known trade brands sold by Australian retailers, focusing on what tradies actually use: the major 18V battery platforms, Aussie boot brands, modular storage and site-approved PPE.

The pros and cons come from each product's published specs and what it is designed for, like tool-only vs kit, battery platform, safety features and price. We don't claim hands-on testing we haven't done, and we don't invent ratings.

Each price shows the retailer and the date it was checked (most recently 24 Oct 2026). Always check the live price before you buy, and check that PPE meets the Australian Standard your site requires.