Best Ratchet Straps: Home Depot vs Lowes vs Harbor Freight
Our side-by-side comparison will help you find the best ratchet strap amongst three popular options!
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BEST RATCHET STRAPS: HOME DEPOT VS LOWES VS HARBOR FREIGHT
Dirt Farmer Jay conducted a head-to-head comparison among similar ratchet straps from Home Depot, Lowes, and Harbor Freight. The goal was to figure out which were the best ratchet straps between these popular options.
Check out our side-by-side comparison of these popular ratchet straps, below. Scroll to the bottom of this article to watch our YouTube video!
Home Depot vs Lowes vs Harbor Freight Ratchet Strap Comparison
| Home Depot | Lowes | Harbor Freight | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brand | Husky | Smart Straps | Haul Master |
| Model/Order # | 1005-411-670 | #154 | 56397 |
| Strap Size | 1" x 12' (2.5cm x 3.65m) | 1" x 10' (2.5cm x 3.05m) | 1" x 15' (2.5cm x 4.57m) |
| Load Rating | 500 lbs (227 kg) | 300 lbs (136 kg) | 500 lbs (227 kg) |
| Estimated Strap Break Strength (1) | 1,500 lbs (681 kg) | 900 lbs (408 kg) | 1,500 lbs (681 kg) |
| Frame Gauge (2) | 1.45 mm | 1.1 mm | 1.31 mm |
| Where It's Made | China | China | China |
| Duty Rating | Non-commercial | Non-commercial | Non-commercial |
| Soft Connect | Yes | No | No |
| Price (3) | $8.97 | $14.98 | $15.99 |
(1) "Estimated Strap Break Strength" is reported either as the stated value on the product packaging, or lacking this information, as 3x the "Load Rating."
(2) "Frame Gauge" is the thickness of the mainframe metal that all the components are housed in or attached to. This measurement is the average of 3 readings of a digital caliper.
(3) "Price" is the normal price paid during an actual in-store shopping experience in the first quarter of 2021.
Disclaimer: DirtFarmer Jay/and/or DirtFarmer Productions are not responsible for any errors that may be contained in this comparison chart. All reasonable attempts have been made to assure the accuracy of this information. The data shown is based on information offered on the product packaging of these items. The use of this data is at the sole discretion of the viewer, as is the actual use and outcomes of the use of the products reviewed.
We hope you found this side-by-side ratchet strap comparison helpful! To learn more about what Dirt Farmer Jay thought about these ratchet straps, check out our comparison video!
