Campers and casual users who want a proven, well-reviewed rubber mallet for tent stakes and light tapping at a low price.
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Material Rubber
Handle Remover
Weight 0.33 Pounds
Pieces 1
Priced 36% below the category median ($13.95 across 41 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.6/5overall
Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 7,000 owner ratings
Popularity5.0/5
7,000 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other hand tools and workshop hand tools we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
The Coleman 2000016517 is one of the most reviewed mallets in its category, with 7,000 ratings averaging 4.6 stars at a price of $8.99. That sheer volume of feedback makes it a low-risk pick for anyone who wants a known quantity rather than an obscure budget tool.
The spec data lists a rubber head, a single-piece count, and an item weight of 0.33 pounds, with the handle field shown only as Remover and no further material detail. No head diameter or overall length is provided. The light listed weight points to a compact mallet sized for camping and general light work rather than heavy driving.
Demand sits at 400 units per month, which combined with the 7,000-review history shows steady, ongoing sales. For a rubber mallet to keep around the campsite, garage, or toolbox, the Coleman 2000016517 is an easy and inexpensive choice.
Pros
Enormous review base of 7,000 owners at 4.6 stars
Low $8.99 price
Rubber head will not mar finished surfaces
Healthy demand of 400 units purchased per month
Compact, light single-piece design
Cons
Handle material is listed only as Remover with no further detail
No head diameter or overall length in the specs
Light 0.33-pound listed weight limits heavy striking
Specifications
Material
Rubber
Handle
Remover
Weight
0.33 Pounds
Pieces
1
Performance notes
At a listed 0.33 pounds with a rubber head, this is a light-duty mallet for stake driving and gentle tapping rather than heavy work. The rubber face protects finished surfaces. The handle spec is ambiguous, shown only as Remover, so the listing does not clarify the grip material.
What buyers say
A 4.6-star average across 7,000 reviews is one of the strongest track records in this category. Owners consistently treat it as a reliable, inexpensive camping and household mallet, and the steady 400 monthly purchases reinforce that reputation.
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