Tool bags are ideal for carrying your tools and accessories around. They’re made from heavy-duty fabric which is lightweight and durable. In this post we round-up some of the best tool bags you can buy for DIY users and professionals.
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Tool Bag Terminology and Features
Adjustable Shoulder Strap – A shoulder strap makes carrying a heavy tool bag much easier.
Pockets – Tool bags can have internal and external pockets for storing tools and accessories. Open pockets are useful if you need to access tools quickly.
Rigid/Reinforced Base – A rigid or reinforced base gives extra support to a tool bag and helps it to keep its shape especially when you’re carrying heavy tools. It also protects your tools if you happen to drop it.
Waterproof – Some tool bags are made with a waterproof fabric that will keep your tools dry when you’re outside or in a wet environment.
Bosch Professional 1600A003BK Tool Bag
- Nylon fabric
- Adjustable shoulder strap
- Extra-strong handles
- Industrial zippers
- Internal/external pockets
- Plastic rails on bottom
- 55 (L) x 35 (W) x 35 (H) cm
The Bosch 1600A003BK is one of the largest tool bags featured in our round-up. It’s ideal for transporting power tools around and features a wide mouth opening so you can get to them more easily. The Bosch tool bag is made from heavy-duty nylon and features a sturdy base with two plastic rails on the bottom to protect it from wear and tear. A good selection of Internal and external pockets help keep things organised, while the padded carry handle and detachable shoulder strap lets you comfortably carry it around.
WORKPRO 18-Inch Tool Bag Organiser
- 600 denier polyester fabric
- Adjustable shoulder strap
- Non-slip handle
- Double zippers
- Internal/external pockets
- Rigid and waterproof base
- Rubber feet
- 18 kg max load
- 45 (L) x 20 (W) x 24 (H) cm
HUIJIA Professional Heavy Duty Tool Bag XL
- 600 denier polyester fabric
- Adjustable shoulder strap
- Padded handles
- Double zippers
- Internal/external pockets
- Waterproof rubber base
- Wear-resistant feet pads
- 30 kg max load
- 50 (L) x 23 (W) x 32 (H) cm
AIRAJ Waterproof Tool Bag Organiser 18-inch
- 1680 denier polyester fabric
- Double-layer waterproof fabric
- Shoulder strap
- Soft rubber handle
- Internal/external pockets
- Waterproof rubber bottom
- Plastic storage box
- 47 (L) x 27 (W) x 31 (H) cm
The AIRAJ is a waterproof tool bag made from 1,680 denier high-density polyester. The bag has a plastic reinforced base for sturdiness and a rubber bottom to protect things inside. There are 16 pockets in total for storing tools and accessories, eight of which are located outside the bag. The AIRAJ tool bag is comfortable to carry thanks to an adjustable shoulder strap and soft rubber handles. Also included is a plastic storage box that’s useful for holding screws and other small items.
Draper 31591 Expert Contractors Tool Bag
- Water resistant canvas with PVC backing
- Adjustable shoulder strap
- Reinforced handles
- Reinforced base
- Internal/external pockets
- Side strapping
- 64 (L) x 14 (W) x 31 (H) cm
STANLEY FATMAX Quick Access Open Bag
- 600 denier nylon
- Quick access open compartment
- 3 zipped compartments
- Padded shoulder strap
- Soft rubber handle
- Internal pockets
- Waterproof plastic bottom
- 48 (L) x 28 (W) x 34 (H) cm
STANLEY FATMAX Multi Access Tool Bag
- Durable nylon construction
- Adjustable shoulder strap
- Padded handles
- Internal/external pockets
- Strong reinforced plastic base
- 20 kg max load
- 43 (L) x 29 (W) x 30 (H) cm
The STANLEY FATMAX Multi Access Tool Bag features two wide opening compartments that are large enough to house hand and power tools. The tool bag is made from durable nylon and is water resistant to protect things inside when it’s raining. There are 9 external and 29 internal pockets as well as a secure zippable front pocket that is handy for personal belongings. The base of the STANLEY tool bag is reinforced to allow it to stand upright, while the padded shoulder strap is great if you’re carrying heavy loads.