Wiha 76889 32pc TerminatorBlue Ratchet/Bit Set

I bought this set at $30, and the Alltrade / Powerbuilt 940478 for $11 and was going to see which I preferred. I would have selected the Felo ratchet as it was made in Germany and had a nice offset angle, but was about the same price as the Wiha with the bits. I may give that one a go and will update my review accordingly. Both have their strengths and weaknesses, although not a totally fair price differential since with the Wiha you get the bits, extension and case. The Wiha extras I didn’t really need but enjoyed having and honestly felt like the best part of what Wiha offered here. Here’s a quick breakdown: - Both ratchets are made in Taiwan - Both have 72 Teeth - Alltrade has a 1/4” ratchet on the other end while the Wiha simply has an exposed piece of gearing - the Alltrade has a larger head than the Wiha, but I don’t see it as too preventative for tight spaces - the bit is not as firm in the Alltrade as the Wiha, but the difference is very minor - The Alltrade ratcheting mechanism seems superior to the Wiha. The Wiha is louder and more clanky. The Alltrade mechanism can be larger by virtue of its larger head. The Wiha is very small and fine. -The bit retention in the Wiha is magnetic while the retention in the Alltrade is spring retention. - the Alltrade finish is CRV, chrome appearance. I believe the Wiha is similar or CrMo, but a matte appearance. - If it matters- I did not get the hi-vis bits pictured in the first product shot however that was a non-issue for me All in all I wish I could take the best qualities of each and smush them together, but I can’t. The Wiha bits are excellent and the extension has both spring and magnetic retention for the best hold. The box is also a great addition. If you need those two things I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend the Wiha. Honestly, however the quality of the ratchet I feel is inferior to the Alltrade which I was not expecting. Also it’s far easier to accidentally flip the switch on the Wiha than it is on the Alltrade. I can see myself reaching for the Alltrade ratchet while using the Wiha bits. Unfortunately the Alltrade doesn’t fit in the Wiha case. Wiha however does win in ergonomics and appearance and would be the superior choice for very tight clearances. At the end of the day you have to decide what’s important to you, and make your choice accordingly. There’s a lot to like about this kit however at the end of the day it’s a ratchet set, so if the ratchet isn’t really well thought out, a breeze to use, ratchet smooth as butter, bits fit snug as a bug, etc. I just see all the good reviews as products of the Wiha/ Wera hype machine rather than an appraisal of their actual performance in the field compared to more reasonably priced options. To me the Alltrade feels more like a Williams or Snap-on, and the Wera feels like a cheap Taiwanese ratchet with a German bit set and a cute box. PS- I managed to glue a 4mm neodymium magnet inside the Powerbuilt and the bit hold is that much better. Bit hold is on par with the Wiha now. Second update: If you don’t need something insanely tiny for close quarters, my recommendation would be the USA Made Williams sealed 36 tooth ratchet and Gedore 1/4” square to 1/4” hex adapter. I’m still keeping the Powerbuilt, however the Williams has been my go-to unless it doesn’t fit. I like the additional handle space and feel it can reach 9/10 of the spots I’m dealing with.