Hey YouTubers! Welcome back to the channel. Today's video is going to be a DeWalt Tough
System One versus Tough System 2 "two-fer." I'll not only be comparing the two drawer organizers,
also known as the toolbox, models dwst08290 and dwst08320, but also the full-sized Parts
organizers, which are models dwst08202 and dwst 08040. Let's get started! Here are the exterior
dimensions of the two drawer tool organizers but keep in mind my measurements may differ
slightly from DeWalt's since DeWalt includes all the indents and out-dents. On a positive
note DeWalt has made some nice upgrades to the 2.0 box. For example, the One-Touch latches make
it quicker and easier to attach the box to both systems, and they made the side handle
slightly wider. Unfortunately, and similar to all the other 2.0 boxes, DeWalt did away with
the centralized locking system on the back for locking everything together in the DS carrier.
Furthermore, they've gotten rid of the top handle and replaced it with this plastic doohickey,
which is intended to accommodate the half box small parts organizer.
I can't tell you how many times I've reached for the handle only to discover it's not there.
Here are the interior dimensions of the drawers and nothing has really changed. Both one and 2.0
drawers extend out the same distance, use the same drawer frames and glider brackets,
have the same IP54 rating, so not IP65 like the rest of the system, and the drawers click in.
To remove the drawers on either side use these plastic tabs on the glider. Push one tab up while
pushing the other side's tab down, and pull. To put the drawer back in just bring the glides out,
line them up, and close the drawer.
Both boxers weigh a hefty 18 pounds and both have a modest load capacity of 22 pounds, and that's
per drawer, but 44 pounds isn't much compared to what other tough system boxes can handle.
Regarding quality because you may have seen my last video on the 8290 and it took me three
times to get a fully functioning box, the 2.0 stock seems to have improved. I tested
a bunch of them at my local Home Depot and they would have passed my flashlight test.
Nope! Like most tough system boxes both these work with the workshop and van racking systems,
as well as the utility cart; however, keep in mind that when you load these buggers up and open
a drawer they can tilt forward on you. And if you use the mobile toolbox keep it low in the stack.
Regarding value, I recently purchased the system 2.0 box at my local Home Depot for $129 and that
felt expensive relative to the other boxes in the tough system line. $129 for a box that hasn't been
significantly upgraded other than the one touch latches leaves me thinking the 1.0 box is a better
value. I got these boxes with the intention of using them to tow drills and accessories; however,
they've been demoted to storing accessories and fasteners in the shop. They're basically
overpriced storage for me. "Why?," you ask? Great question! It's because neither of these
boxes lock. There's nothing to prevent someone from opening the drawers and helping themselves
to your tools while you're at lunch. So I keep my drills in the DS150, which is part of the
tough system one line. The ds150 is hands down my favorite box for drills and drilling accessories.
It can be padlocked and locked into the utility hand truck and look at all this beautiful storage.
Oh and I should mention that neither of these boxes with drawers is compatible with Dewalt's
tough system 2.0 tool trays or foam inserts. Ha! Now for the small parts organizers. Tough system
one is model dwst08202 and comes with four large and eight small removable cups. Tough
system 2 is model dwst08040 and comes with two double and eight single removable cups and this
weird gap in the middle. DeWalt says it's for storing long tools but I bet they were like,
"Huh! The cups don't fit. How do we spin the gap? I don't know tell them it's for tools."
It doesn't even fit. Strange gap aside I have to acknowledge that DeWalt tried really hard to add
value to the 2.0 organizer. They not only maximized storage space but increased cup
stability by indenting the bottoms of the cups and out-denting the bottom of the box. They've
also added slots to each cup to accommodate spacers (even though no spacers are included)
as well as these mounting receptacles that allow the cups to be mounted using nails or
screws. None of these features are important to me but I still wanted to acknowledge the effort.
I mean... the cups of system one are just cups. Here are the exterior dimensions of
the boxes but again my measurements may differ slightly from Dewalt's.
System one weighs eight pounds and system two weighs 11 pounds, which makes sense given system
2 is slightly larger and provides a bit more storage capacity. There's no listed load capacity
for system one but I'm guessing it's roughly the same as system 2.0, which is 44 pounds.
System one has the classic all metal latches system. 2.0 has the metal and plastic latches.
Both boxes are IP65 rated, have pad-lockable lids, and a nice front handle. 2.0's is slightly larger.
System two has the plastic thingamabobber on top for attaching the half sized parts organizers.
System one does not, but I see this thing getting broken off pretty quickly anyway. It's
just plastic. Unlike system one, which has the DS carrier central locking system on the back and it
works with the workshop and van racking systems, system two can't be put into the workshop or van
racking systems or DS carrier without attaching it to another box. But wait! While that works
fine with system 2.0 boxes the back hinge is too deep for system one boxes to securely lock in.
Is it me or is this box not 100% compatible? Maybe I'll shave the corners of the hinges
down. If you're all system 2.0 or just stacking boxes in a mobile toolbox you're good. If not,
just know this box may be an issue. That's a deal breaker! Regarding price, at $38 for
the system one organizer and $49 for the system 2 organizer (those are the most recent prices from
Home Depot) I think system one's a better value since there are more stowing options. So while
I appreciate the One Touch latches on system two I'm sticking with system one on this organizer.
Lastly, I just want to touch upon warranties briefly because DeWalt doesn't appear to have
updated their website for the new boxes I cover in this video. Anyway, all tough system 1 and
2.0 boxes come with Dewalt's limited lifetime warranty. I only know this because I contacted
DeWalt via the chat on their website and Melissa S. confirmed that these 2.0 boxes have a limited
lifetime warranty. I'll refer to this chat should these things crash into pieces. To wrap up I'm
just going to come out and say it... I think DeWalt got it wrong with both of these tough
system 2.0 boxes. I like the one touch latches but it's kind of where the party ends. If you
agree or disagree I'd love to hear your thoughts in the comments section below and if you'd like a
comprehensive comparison of other tough system 1 and 2.0 boxes check out the link which should be
appearing in the upper right hand corner of your screen now. You'll also see a link at the end of
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