Cheap Tools on Sale

At Amazon, get this Stair Tread Template Tool for $19.99. It's the best price we could find by $28. Shipping is free for Prime members. Shop Now at Amazon

At Amazon, get this Amazon Basics Self-Locking 25-Foot Tape Measure 2-Pack for $10.50. It's the best price Amazon has charged for this 2-pack. Shipping is free for Prime members. Shop Now at Amazon

Sized for tablets in the 10-inch range, this is a practical pick for anyone who wants a dedicated screen for reading, streaming, or light browsing without using a phone. After factoring in the $16.77 import charges and a payment processing fee of $2.72, it's a few bucks less than you'd pay for a similar one at Walmart.

New Alibaba customers pay $2.07 for shipping; otherwise, it starts at around $22 (select the cheapest shipping option on the checkout page). Buy Now at Alibaba

Handy for locating live wires, metal pipes, or AC voltage behind walls without cutting into anything, so it suits DIYers and homeowners doing their own electrical or renovation work. Buy Now at Newegg

Speeds up stud layout work by marking 16-inch on-center spacing in a single pass, which saves time if you're framing walls and want to skip the repetitive measuring and marking. Buy Now at Home Depot

Useful for contractors, surveyors, or anyone who needs to measure longer distances than a standard 25-foot tape allows, since most consumer tapes max out well below 100 feet. Buy Now at Home Depot

A digital torque wrench in this range works well for automotive tasks like lug nuts and suspension work, where hitting an exact torque spec matters more than a click-style wrench allows. At $63, it's $33 off the $96 list price. Buy Now at Walmart

Designed specifically for GM vehicles, this tool handles both TPMS sensor relearning and tire pressure reading in one unit, which saves you from buying two separate tools. At $18, that's about $2 off the $20 list price. Buy Now at Walmart

Straightforward analog thermometer for anyone who wants a quick, at-a-glance temperature read without pulling out a phone or relying on batteries. Buy Now at Target

A handy tool for anyone who regularly checks bags and wants to avoid airline overweight fees, this scale handles up to 110 pounds and is currently $1 off the $9 list price. Buy Now at Walmart

Handy for anyone who regularly bakes or meal preps in large batches, since the 8-cup capacity means fewer refills when measuring liquids like broth, batter, or milk. The lid is a practical touch if you want to measure ahead and store in the fridge without transferring to another container. Buy Now at Target

Useful for woodworkers, tile setters, or anyone doing layout work that requires consistent angles beyond just 90 degrees, this ruler lets you set and transfer angles without re-measuring each time. At $21, that's about $4 off the $25 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Accurate to 250 PSI with a digital readout, this gauge suits anyone who wants a more reliable alternative to the pencil-style gauges that come bundled with basic kits. At $20, it's $10 off the list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Useful for anyone buying a used car, since it can detect repainted panels or hidden body filler that might signal prior accident damage or rust repairs. Buy Now at Amazon

Handy for hikers, sailors, or anyone who needs real-time wind speed and atmospheric pressure readings in a single portable device. Buy Now at Walmart

A telescoping measuring rod this long is mainly used by surveyors, construction crews, and civil engineers for leveling and grade work, though it also works for any trade that needs accurate vertical measurements over long distances. At $50, that's about $14 off the $64 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Handy for solo measuring jobs where holding one end of a tape isn't practical — point it at a wall and get a reading in seconds, which suits anyone doing room layouts, furniture planning, or basic DIY work. Buy Now at Walmart

Stainless steel measuring sets hold up better over time than plastic ones and won't warp or stain, making this a solid pick for anyone who cooks or bakes regularly. At $19, that's about $12 off the $30 list price. Buy Now at Walmart

Handy for meal prep or baking, this measuring cup doubles as a mixing and storage vessel since the lid lets you measure, mix, and refrigerate in the same container without transferring to another dish. Buy Now at Target

Handy for framing angles and marking rafter cuts, this rafter square is a staple for carpenters and DIYers tackling roof or stair layouts, and it's currently $10 off the list price at Amazon. Buy Now at Amazon

Handy if you're tracking body fat changes at home without paying for a gym assessment, and it pairs a caliper with a measuring tape for around $1 off the usual price at Walmart. Buy Now at Walmart

Handy for DIYers tackling tiling, shelving, or picture-hanging where you need level lines on multiple walls at once, and the tripod plus two batteries means you're set up to run it right out of the box. It's $10.81 off the $70 list price at Walmart. Buy Now at Walmart

Handy for DIYers or contractors who want both a quick laser reading and a physical tape in one tool without carrying two separate gadgets, and Walmart has it for $3 off the $33 list price. Buy Now at Walmart