4.8(4,010)Amazon rating$8.48100+ bought last month
Our verdict
The CRAFTSMAN CMMT44242 has the largest review base in the CRAFTSMAN square drive line at 4,010 verified ratings and a 4.8-star score, available at $8.48 with a published 0.94-inch length.
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Length 0.94 Inches
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Our scorecard
4.8/5overall
Owner rating4.8/5
4.8 average across 4,010 owner ratings
Popularity4.9/5
4,010 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
At 0.94 inches in length, the CRAFTSMAN CMMT44242 is a compact square drive piece built for tight-clearance applications where a full-size extension would be too long. The $8.48 price is competitive, and 4,010 reviews with a 4.8-star average makes it the most reviewed single square drive in the CRAFTSMAN lineup reviewed here.
The compact 0.94-inch length is its clearest differentiator. Owners who need a low-profile adapter to connect a ratchet to a socket in restricted spaces will find this length practical. Based on verified owner reviews, fit and finish consistently draw positive marks.
The tradeoff is that 0.94 inches leaves no room for reaching recessed fasteners. Buyers needing more extension should look at longer CRAFTSMAN or TEKTON adapters. For standard close-quarter square drive connections, the CMMT44242's review depth provides real purchase confidence.
Pros
4,010 reviews is the highest review count among CRAFTSMAN square drives in this class
4.8-star rating across that large sample is a reliable signal
0.94-inch length suits tight clearance and flush-drive situations
$8.48 is a fair price for a CRAFTSMAN branded piece with this review depth
Cons
0.94-inch length is too short for reaching deeply recessed fasteners
The 0.94-inch length positions the CMMT44242 squarely in the compact adapter class. For transferring torque in tight bays, behind panels, or anywhere a longer extension adds awkward leverage, this piece keeps things compact. Drive size is not published in the listing specs; verify compatibility with your ratchet and socket set before ordering.
What buyers say
Owners report strong satisfaction with the CRAFTSMAN CMMT44242, citing good drive engagement and consistent quality for the price. The compact length is frequently called out as the main reason buyers chose it over longer options. A small share of reviewers note that drive size markings could be more prominent.
The listed spec is 0.94 inches, making it a compact square drive piece suited to tight clearances.
How does the CRAFTSMAN CMMT44242 compare to the CMMT43549?
The CMMT44242 is 0.94 inches long and priced at $8.48 with 4,010 reviews. The CMMT43549 is shorter at 0.75 inches and cheaper at $6.79 with 522 reviews. Choose by which length fits your workspace.
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