Updated Nov 6, 2026
How to choose a tool: what today's catalog shows
Type, specs and today's price.
Not sure which tool to buy?
See the guideStep 1 of 2
First, the type
Each type has its own price range.
Each type of tool costs something different, so we only compare within the same type.
| Type | Models today | Median price | Cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cordless | 268 | $259 | Black+Decker BCRTA601I Cordless Furniture Assembly Tool / Screwdriver, $70 |
| Other | 225 | $269 | Seesii 21V Power Drill Set, $80 |
Step 2 of 2
Finally, today's price
Compare with similar items, not with just any.
Today there are 493 tools in the catalog, with a median price of $266, read on 06/11/2026. The chart on the main page shows each tool by price and how far it is below its own normal price.
Today's cheapest:
What the catalog shows
- 493tools in the catalog
- 06/11date of the prices
Choosing a tool starts with the type; the price is compared with similar items. Catalog of 06/11/2026: 493 tools, median price $266.
The best by price range
Next step
See the tools that fit your criteria
Each point is a new tool, by price and spec score.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a tool cost today?
Read on 06/11/2026, there are 493 tools, with a median of $266; the cheapest costs $70. It is the catalog product price.
How do I know if a tool price is good?
Compare it with tools of the same type: the chart on the main page shows how far each tool is below its own normal price.
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Where the numbers come from
The guide only states what the day's catalog shows: each number comes from the reading on 06/11/2026, and the median is for tools with the data.
The guide helps you decide and doesn’t recommend a tool for you: the final price is the one at the store, and the spec score doesn’t measure durability or durability.
Data from Nov 6, 2026.