4.8(1,838)Amazon rating$15.98500+ bought last month
Our verdict
The MIXPOWER MT173 packs 13 sockets into a $15.98 price and earns a 4.8-star rating from 1,838 owners, with 500 units moving per month to confirm it as one of the strongest value buys in this batch.
Budget-conscious DIYers and mechanics who want a proven, high-rated 13-piece socket set that covers common fastener sizes without exceeding $16.
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Buyers who need a comprehensive set exceeding 13 sizes, or applications requiring confirmed impact-rated or deep-socket variants.
Length 3.5 Inches
Weight 1380 Grams
Pieces 13
Priced 53% below the category median ($33.98 across 39 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.8/5overall
Owner rating4.8/5
4.8 average across 1,838 owner ratings
Popularity2.6/5
1,838 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 MIXPOWER MT173 closely mirrors the MT086 in brand lineage and rating but differentiates on piece count and weight. At 13 pieces versus the MT086's 11, it adds two more sizes while the 1,380-gram total weight across 13 pieces averages about 106 grams per socket. The 3.5-inch listed length matches the MT086, pointing to a compact, standard-depth design suited for everyday mechanical and home repair applications.
With 500 units sold per month and a 4.8-star average from 1,838 reviews, the MT173 ranks as one of the top performers in this batch by demand and rating combined. At $15.98 for 13 pieces it offers a per-socket cost of roughly $1.23, which is the lowest of any set in this batch on a per-piece basis while still maintaining a near-perfect rating.
Buyers comparing the MT173 to the MT086 will find the MT173 adds two more pieces at roughly the same price tier, at the cost of about 23 fewer accumulated reviews. Both carry 4.8 stars, so for buyers who want slightly broader coverage from the MIXPOWER range, the MT173 is the logical step up.
Pros
4.8-star rating from 1,838 reviews confirms very high and consistent owner satisfaction
500 units sold per month is among the strongest demand signals in this batch
13 pieces at $15.98 is approximately $1.23 per socket, the lowest cost-per-piece in this batch
1,380-gram build weight across 13 pieces suggests solid, durable socket construction
Cons
13 pieces does not cover uncommon or specialty socket sizes beyond the most-used dimensions
Published specs do not include material, finish, or drive size
3.5-inch standard length will not reach deeply recessed fasteners that need a deep-socket variant
Specifications
Length
3.5 Inches
Weight
1380 Grams
Pieces
13
Performance notes
The MIXPOWER MT173 lists a 3.5-inch length and 1,380-gram total weight across 13 sockets, averaging 106 grams per piece. That weight class is consistent with standard-depth chrome-plated hand-ratchet sockets. The 3.5-inch overall length is practical for engine bays, appliances, and furniture with moderate fastener depth. Material and finish are not confirmed in the published specs, but the 4.8-star sustained rating at high volume points to dimensional accuracy and durable construction.
What buyers say
Owners rate the MIXPOWER MT173 at 4.8 stars across 1,838 reviews with consistent reports of accurate socket fit and build quality that exceeds expectations at the sub-$16 price. Monthly demand of 500 units places it alongside the top sellers in this category, and the pattern of sustained high ratings suggests little quality regression between production batches.
What is the difference between the MIXPOWER MT173 and the MIXPOWER MT086?
Based on published specs, the MT173 offers 13 pieces at 1,380 grams versus the MT086's 11 pieces at 1,380 grams. Both share a 3.5-inch listed length and 4.8-star rating. The MT173 provides two additional socket sizes. Drive size and material are not published for either; check each listing for that detail.
Is $15.98 a reliable price for the MIXPOWER MT173?
Prices can change on retail listings. The $15.98 figure reflects the data available at review time. Check the current price on the product page before purchasing.
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