Cheap Tools on Sale

Lath screws have a sharp point and coarse thread designed to bite into metal framing or furring strips without pre-drilling, which makes them useful for drywall and plaster board installation work where standard screws tend to strip or spin out. Buy Now at Amazon

Update: The price has changed to $19.14 since this was originally published.

Wiha is a German tool brand with a strong reputation among professional tradespeople, and this 3/8" slotted mechanics screwdriver is built for heavier-duty fastening work where a standard screwdriver handle won't cut it. At $17, that's about $3 off the $21 list price. Buy Now at Walmart

Useful for electricians, HVAC techs, or anyone doing regular fastener work, the magnetic tip keeps nuts from falling off the driver during use. At $10, that's $3 off the $13 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

A compact ratcheting screwdriver with 13 bits built in covers most household fastening jobs without needing a separate bit set, and at $8 it's about $2 off the list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Handy for anyone running two computers at one desk who wants to share a keyboard, mouse, and other USB peripherals without unplugging and swapping cables between machines. Buy Now at Newegg

A compact toolkit for electronics repairs, glasses tightening, or general small-screw work around the house, now about $1 off the $9 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Electricians and anyone working near live circuits will appreciate the VDE-insulated tips rated for safe use up to 1,000 volts, while the slim shafts get into tight spots standard screwdrivers can't reach. Buy Now at Amazon

Handy for anyone building out a home toolkit or replacing worn drivers, this set covers 70 pieces of precision bits and nut drivers for smaller electronics, appliance, and household repairs. Amazon has it for $82.95, which is $17 off the $99.95 list price. Buy Now at Amazon

Handy for anyone tackling small repairs or furniture assembly around the house, the magnetic tips help keep screws in place in tight spots. Walmart has it for $12.55, about $2 off the $14.99 list price. Buy Now at Walmart

Anyone doing electronics repair or precision work around the house will get the most use out of the adjustable torque control, which prevents overtightening on small screws, and this set is currently $6 off the list price. Buy Now at Amazon

A practical buy if you're regularly repairing or building computers and find yourself short on the small Phillips screws that secure motherboards to cases — having 100 on hand means you won't be held up mid-build waiting on a reorder. Buy Now at Newegg

A practical pick for desk setups running two monitors, since it combines a stable riser stand with a built-in USB 3.0 hub to keep ports within easy reach without adding another device to your desk. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy for anyone who wants to record or stream gameplay, convert old VHS tapes to digital files, or capture footage from a camera or console without a dedicated capture device built into their PC. Buy Now at Newegg

A solid pick for anyone who does their own electronics repairs, phone screen swaps, or laptop upgrades, since the kit covers a wide enough range of bits to handle most consumer devices without needing to track down specialty tools separately. Buy Now at Newegg

Handy to keep around if you work with electronics, eyeglasses, or small appliances where standard screwdrivers are too wide to fit the slot. Buy Now at Home Depot

Handy to keep around if you're building or maintaining PCs, as 6-32 and M3.5 are the two most common screw sizes used to mount drives, fans, and expansion cards in desktop cases. Buy Now at Newegg

A monitor riser lifts your screen to a more comfortable eye level while freeing up desk space underneath for a keyboard, documents, or other items. At $15, this one is $10 off the $25 list price. Buy Now at Best Buy

Handy for anyone who wants one compact case covering most household repairs instead of digging through separate socket and bit sets, and it's currently $6 off the list price at Amazon. Buy Now at Amazon

Handy for anyone who's stripped a Phillips screw with a regular bit and wants a socket wrench's torque instead, and having two on hand means you've got a backup when one wears out. It's priced at $8, about half the $15.68 list price. Buy Now at Amazon