At $8.59, the Capri CP11830-0405 is a tightly sized 2.79-inch wrench for 5mm fasteners, earning 4.5 stars from 157 buyers who value its compact form and targeted utility.
Tight-space work where standard-length wrenches cannot fit, particularly on 5mm metric fasteners in electronics, bicycles, or appliance repairs.
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Length 2.79 Inches
Capacity 5 Millimeters
Priced 57% below the category median ($19.99 across 45 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.4/5overall
Owner rating4.5/5
4.5 average across 157 owner ratings
Popularity1.8/5
157 owner reviews, fewer 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 Capri CP11830-0405 is a compact open-end wrench at just 2.79 inches in length and a 5mm jaw capacity. Tools this small fill a specific need: getting into spaces where a standard wrench physically will not fit. At $8.59, it is an easy add to any toolkit where small-metric access work comes up regularly.
The 4.5-star rating from 157 reviewers confirms that the CP11830-0405 does what buyers expect from a compact wrench. The 2.79-inch length limits leverage, so it is not suited for torque-critical fasteners, but for snugging or breaking loose a 5mm bolt in a recessed location, it fills a gap that larger tools cannot.
With no purchased-last-month volume reported and a moderate review count, the CP11830-0405 is a niche tool rather than an everyday bestseller. Based on specs and verified owner reviews, it earns its ratings by doing one specific thing well: accessing 5mm fasteners in tight quarters.
Pros
2.79-inch length reaches fasteners no standard-length wrench can access
5mm jaw covers a common small metric fastener size
At $8.59 it is one of the lowest price points in the category
4.5-star rating from 157 verified buyers reflects solid niche performance
Cons
2.79-inch handle provides minimal torque leverage on stubborn fasteners
Limited to 5mm only, so it cannot substitute for a general set
No weight spec published, limiting weight-sensitive purchase decisions
Specifications
Length
2.79 Inches
Capacity
5 Millimeters
Performance notes
The 2.79-inch overall length and 5mm jaw make this a tight-access specialist. Leverage is low by design, so apply it where access, not force, is the primary challenge. Best paired with a longer wrench or ratchet for applications that need more torque.
What buyers say
Owners praise the Capri CP11830-0405 for solving a very specific problem: reaching 5mm fasteners in confined spaces. Feedback tends to be positive when buyers purchase it with that use case in mind, and more mixed when buyers expect a full-size wrench experience.
What makes the Capri CP11830-0405 different from a standard open-end wrench?
Its 2.79-inch length is designed for tight-access situations where standard 6- to 8-inch wrenches will not physically fit. The tradeoff is limited torque leverage.
Is $8.59 typical for a wrench this small?
Yes, compact specialty wrenches in this size range typically price between $7 and $12, putting the Capri CP11830-0405 at the low end of that band.
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