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They doubled up the voltage without forcing you onto an entirely new battery platform. #LowesPartner

If you already own Kobalt 24V tools, this is the ultimate fall yard upgrade. Kobalt stepped into high-power outdoor gear with the all-new Kobalt 48V MAX (24Vx2) Handheld Brushless Blower Kit—and right now, it is officially on sale for $30 OFF at Lowe's!

Instead of buying into a clunky, proprietary battery system, this blower runs two standard Kobalt 24V packs in series to dump true 48V power straight into an efficient brushless motor.

Key Specs & Highlights:
• Serious Clearing Power: Pushes up to 600 CFM of air volume at 150 MPH to blast through wet, heavy leaves, lawn clippings, and driveway debris with ease.
• Dual-Battery Runtime: Engineered to run on two 24V batteries simultaneously, delivering up to 90 minutes of runtime on lower settings.
• Quiet Operation: Operates at an ultra-low 65 dB, making it neighborhood-friendly and ideal for early mornings or noise-restricted communities.
• Total Throttle Control: Features a smooth variable-speed trigger paired with a lock-on cruise control lever so you don't have to fatigue your grip.
• Anti-Scratch Rubber Tip: Includes a removable, protective soft rubber nozzle tip—making this a dual-purpose tool that doubles as a scratch-free car and vehicle drying machine.
• Complete All-in-One Kit: Comes fully loaded out of the box with the blower, TWO 4.0Ah batteries, and a fast charger setup.

Grab the deal while the $30 off promotion lasts:
🍂 Kobalt 48V (24Vx2) Blower Kit: https://shoplowes.me/4rQMUXr

Drop a comment: Would you rather run two 24V batteries like this, or buy into a single dedicated high-voltage platform?

#LowesCreator #KobaltTools #Kobalt24V LeafBlower LawnCare @loweshomeimprovement by @workshopaddict

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Blade-left rear handle or blade-right sidewinder? Kobalt just unleashed both. #LowesPartner

At the Lowe’s Creator Event, Kobalt dropped two heavy-hitting 7-1/4” brushless saws engineered to take full advantage of their new 24V Max 8.0Ah Tabless Cell (TXP) batteries. Whether you are framing walls on the jobsite or breaking down sheet goods in the shop, having massive tabless wattage behind a 7-1/4” blade completely eliminates bogging down under heavy load.

The Two Saws Compared:

1. 7-1/4" Brushless Rear-Handle Saw (Blade-Left):
• True Framing Ergonomics: Built with a rear-handle worm-drive style configuration that puts the blade on the left, giving right-handed users an unobstructed sightline to the cut line.
• High-Output Cutting: Spins up to 6,000 RPM with magnesium guards and shoe to keep overall tool weight down.
• Jobsite Tough: Features Anti-Kickback electronic brake technology, one-handed depth adjustment, 0–56° bevel capacity with positive detents, and an oversized folding rafter hook.

2. 7-1/4" Brushless Sidewinder Saw (Blade-Right):
• Compact & Balanced: The traditional sidewinder layout places the motor closer to the handle, offering a nimble, well-balanced center of gravity that many carpenters prefer for overhead cuts and workbench work.
• Full Cut Capacity: 2-1/2” cutting depth at 90° allows you to slice cleanly through 2x material in a single pass even at a 45° bevel.

Why the New 8.0Ah Tabless Battery Matters:
High-draw cutting tools like 7-1/4” circular saws typically push standard battery packs to thermal shutdown when ripping dense wet lumber or stacked OSB. Kobalt’s new 8.0Ah TXP Tabless pack eliminates internal tab resistance, delivering sustained, unrestricted amperage so the motor stays pinned at peak RPM from the start of the cut to the exit.

Grab the saws here:
🪚 Kobalt 7-1/4-in Brushless Sidewinder Saw: https://shoplowes.me/4yAEWUJ
🪚 Kobalt 7-1/4-in Brushless Rear Handle Saw: https://shoplowes.me/4AUwsta

Drop a comment below: Are you team Blade-Left (Rear Handle) or team Blade-Right (Sidewinder)?

#LowesCreator #KobaltTools #Kobalt24V CircularSaw RearHandleSaw @loweshomeimprovement by @workshopaddict

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🚨 Compare pricing and availability on both tractors here:
🚜 EGO POWER+ 42" T6 Lawn Tractor Kit: https://shoplowes.me/4ywLTpY
🚜 Kobalt 42" 20-HP Battery Lawn Tractor: https://shoplowes.me/4hKOwNM
Park these two side-by-side at Lowe's and the family resemblance is impossible to miss. #LowesPartner

If you are shopping for a 42-inch electric riding lawn tractor, you’ve likely cross-shopped the EGO POWER+ T6 and the Kobalt MAX-Lithium 42-in 20-HP. What most people don't realize is that beneath the surface, these two machines are built on the exact same DNA and share the same core platform.

Here is the real breakdown of what separates them:

• The Voltage Marketing Trick (56V Max vs. 52V Nominal):
Don't let the badge numbers fool you. EGO rates their tractor at 56V using "Max Voltage" (peak charge). Kobalt rates theirs at 52V using "Nominal Voltage" (resting operational charge). Electronically, both machines operate on essentially the exact same voltage architecture and deliver comparable 20-HP gas-equivalent cutting power.

• The Battery Design Difference:
- EGO T6: Runs on modular, removable batteries (comes loaded with six 6.0Ah ARC Lithium packs, a 700W/800W turbo charger, and an adapter). The major perk is battery portability—you can pull the packs out to run leaf blowers, string trimmers, or snow blowers.
- Kobalt 42": Uses an onboard integrated lithium battery system. You plug the whole tractor directly into the wall via its charging port, giving you a simplified setup without managing multiple individual packs.

• The Shared Architecture:
Both tractors share the heavy-duty 42-inch stamped steel dual-blade deck, electric drive transaxle, ergonomic cockpit layout, intuitive digital LCD display, and smooth dial-in speed settings.

If you already own EGO yard tools, the T6 is a no-brainer. But if you just want a turnkey electric riding mower without managing individual battery packs, the Kobalt delivers the exact same cutting experience.

Check out both models at Lowe's:
⚡ EGO 42" T6 Riding Tractor: https://shoplowes.me/4ywLTpY
⚡ Kobalt 42" Battery Lawn Tractor: https://shoplowes.me/4hKOwNM

Which setup would you rather have? low by @workshopaddict

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🚨 Grab this $129 complete kit before the price jumps: https://shoplowes.me/4dZYGcd
At $129 with the battery and fast charger included, this is easily the best value tool at Lowe’s right now.

Stop dragging out a massive 15-pound leaf blower or breaking your back with a broom just to clear out the garage. The all-new Kobalt 24V Compact Handheld Blower is lightweight, ultra-nimble, and surprisingly powerful for its footprint.

Why this $129 kit is a no-brainer:
• Insane Power-to-Size Ratio: Blasts out 270 CFM at 130 MPH—giving you more than enough focused velocity to blast sawdust off workbenches, blow grass off mowers, and clean garage floors, driveways, decks, and patios in seconds.
• Complete All-in-One Kit: You get the compact blower, a Kobalt 24V battery, and a charger right out of the box for just $129.
• Next-Gen USB-C Battery: The included battery features bi-directional USB-C fast charging, meaning you can use the tool battery as a portable power bank to charge your phone, tablet, or laptop on the jobsite or while camping.
• Precision Airflow Control: Equipped with a variable-speed trigger and cruise-control lock button, plus an adjustable blower tube with a flat nozzle attachment for scraping up stubborn wet debris.
• Featherweight Ergonomics: Small enough to hang on a pegboard or stash under a workbench, and light enough to run one-handed without fatigue.

Pick yours up here:
⚡ Kobalt 24V Compact Blower Kit ($129): https://shoplowes.me/4dZYGcd

Drop a comment below: What would you use this for the most—garage, jobsite, or patio cleanup?

#LowesCreator #KobaltTools #Kobalt24V #ToolDeals #LowesPartner @loweshomeimprovement by @workshopaddict

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3 days ago

We put heavy-duty power to an unconventional test at the Lowe’s Creator Event.

The all-new Kobalt 24V Max High-Torque Impact Wrench is engineered for serious automotive and mechanical abuse—cracking rusted suspension bolts, semi-truck lug nuts, and stubborn structural fasteners. But since we didn’t have any vehicles or heavy machinery on the event floor, we decided to test its raw brute force anyway.

We grabbed massive structural timber lag bolts and sank them back-to-back to see how the motor handled maximum resistance.

Paired with Kobalt’s new TXP Tabless Cell Battery, the difference is immediate:
• Zero Voltage Sag: Traditional batteries choke and heat up when high-torque motors demand peak current. Tabless cells remove internal resistance, feeding sustained wattage straight to the brushless motor.
• Relentless Driving Speed: Even when driving heavy-diameter lags completely flush into dense lumber, the tool never bogged down or hesitated.
• Cool Running: Dumping massive torque into high-load fastening produces minimal heat buildup compared to standard cylindrical battery packs.

If it drives massive structural timber lags this effortlessly, shop and automotive fasteners won't stand a chance.

Pick up the new tool and battery here:
⚡ Kobalt 24V Max High-Torque Impact Wrench: https://shoplowes.me/4rSEa2T
🔋 Kobalt 24V Max TXP Tabless Battery: https://shoplowes.me/4AUgFum

What’s the toughest bolt you’d put this up against? Drop it in the comments below!

#LowesCreator #KobaltTools #Kobalt24V #ImpactWrench #lowespartner @loweshomeimprovement by @workshopaddict

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This head-to-head matchup proves how much cordless tech just leveled up.

Alongside the launch of Kobalt's new tabless cell batteries, they dropped redesigned tools built to handle the surge in output. Putting these tabless cells onto the new tools unlocks a massive jump in power.

To see the real-world difference, we ran side-by-side tests across generations:
• New Tool + New Tabless Battery: Delivers maximum power and speed under load.
• Old Tool + New Tabless Battery: Running the new battery on the previous-gen tool works pretty well, but still doesn't match the new tool's full potential.
• Head-to-Head Drag Race: Clint (@ToolReviewZone) ran the new tool paired with the new tabless pack, while Colton (@ColtonCrumpDIY) ran the previous-generation tool on standard cells.

The resulting gap in driving speed was a significant difference.

Grab the new gear here:
⚡ New Kobalt TXP Tabless Battery: https://shoplowes.me/4AUgFum
🔨 New Kobalt Brushless Impact Driver: https://shoplowes.me/4hziaqp

#LowesCreator #KobaltTools #Kobalt24V #ImpactDriver #lowespartner @loweshomeimprovement by @workshopaddict

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4 days ago

Kobalt quietly dropped a major upgrade to their 24V Max lineup: next-generation tabless cell technology.

Here is what you need to know about the new release:

The TXP Tabless Battery: Part of the new Ultimate Output lineup. Check the bottom of the pack—it must say TXP to confirm you are getting the new tabless cell design with maximum power delivery. Tabless cells remove internal resistance bottlenecks, allowing the battery to dump massive current while staying cooler under heavy loads.

The New TXP-Ready Tools: Kobalt rolled out matching tools built specifically to draw and handle the extra power these packs put out. You can spot them by the subtle black Kobalt label on the housing.

Head-to-Head Testing: We had Kyle (@RRBuildings), Clint (@ToolReviewZone), and Colton (@ColtonCrumpDIY) run these through real-world side-by-side stress tests:

Running the new drill through multiple workload levels.

Comparing the new drill against the previous-generation drill paired with the TXP battery.

Running the previous drill on standard 2.0Ah cells versus the TXP pack.

The Verdict: The difference across the board is massive. Standard packs simply cannot push the continuous current that tabless technology provides, allowing the new drill to maintain RPM and blast through heavy material significantly faster.

Featured Gear & Links:

Kobalt 24V Max TXP Tabless Battery: https://shoplowes.me/4AUgFum

Kobalt 24V Max Brushless Drill Driver: https://shoplowes.me/4yAoSCp

#LowesCreator #kobalt #LowesHomeImprovement
#lowespartner @loweshomeimprovement by @workshopaddict

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Battery mowers usually cost $600 to $900+, but Kobalt completely broke the pricing curve with this lineup. #LowesPartner

Check current sale pricing on all 4 models here:
🌱 17" Compact Push Kit (2x 4.0Ah): https://shoplowes.me/4yHiqtI
🌿 21" Standard Push Kit (2x 5.0Ah): https://shoplowes.me/4i8K38U
⚡ 21" Self-Propelled Kit (2x 6.0Ah): https://shoplowes.me/4yBbNsR
🏆 21" Dual-Blade Self-Propelled Beast (2x 8.0Ah): https://shoplowes.me/4dmA5ye

The biggest complaint about battery mowers has always been the price tag and proprietary batteries that sit useless in your shed all winter. Kobalt solved both problems by running their mowers on the 48V MAX (24Vx2) system—meaning the exact same batteries powering your drills, saws, and impact wrenches run your mower.

Every single one comes as a complete kit with TWO high-capacity batteries and chargers included in the box:

1. 17-in Push Mower Kit (Includes 2x 4.0Ah Batteries):
• Perfect for small urban yards, townhomes, and tight fencing.
• Ultra-lightweight deck that anyone can maneuver and hang on a garage wall.

2. 21-in Push Mower Kit (Includes 2x 5.0Ah Batteries):
• The ultimate budget-friendly full-size electric mower.
• High-efficiency brushless motor delivers gas-equivalent cut quality for quarter-acre suburban lawns without paying for drive motors you don't need.

3. 21-in Self-Propelled Mower Kit (Includes 2x 6.0Ah Batteries):
• Rear-wheel drive with variable speed control lets you match your exact walking pace.
• Packaged with high-capacity 6.0Ah packs for extended runtime in thicker grass.

4. 21-in Dual Blade Self-Propelled Mower Kit (Includes 2x 8.0Ah Batteries):
• Kobalt’s flagship mower featuring a dual-blade cutting system that micro-mulches grass clippings for a manicured, golf-course finish.
• Comes loaded with massive 8.0Ah battery packs for maximum cutting torque and acreage-level runtime.

All models feature vertical folding storage, push-button starting, 3-in-1 mulch/bag/side-discharge capability, and zero gas, oil, or spark plugs to maintain.

Which size fits your yard best? Let me know in the comments below!

#LowesCreator #KobaltTools #Kobalt24V @loweshomeimprovement by @workshopaddict

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6 days ago

3 Stumps Removed & Replanted in 60 Seconds! 🚜

Took down 3 stubborn stumps and replaced them with live trees using only ONE attachment: the Extreme HD Stump Bucket V2 from Titan Attachments! 🚜🌲 Instead of renting an excavator or breaking your back with a shovel, the narrow steel nose and serrated edges slice taproots to pop stumps loose—then double as a precision scoop to dig out wild saplings with their root balls completely intact. No shovel work. No torn-up root balls. Just pure breakout power.

🛒 Get the Extreme HD Stump Bucket V2 here: https://titanattachments.sjv.io/q4jjLg

#SkidSteer #TreeTransplanting #StumpRemoval #LandClearing #TitanAttachments by @workshopaddict

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Testing the Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus before heading into Michigan’s Upper Peninsula with zero power and no cell service.

Get the Jackery HomePower 3600 Plus Here - https://bit.ly/4i1dKIU

An induction stove pulled 934W to boil water, cutting runtime down to just 3 hours! But simply turning off high heat pushed battery life right back to 54 hours while pulling in solar. When living off-grid, knowing where your power goes makes all the difference.

Watch the full driveway test and 3-day power breakdown on the channel!

#Jackery #PowerOutJackeryOn #PortablePowerStation #SolarGenerator #JackeryHomePower3600Plus @jackeryusa by @workshopaddict

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9 days ago

"Chaos equals stress." Wranglerstar was right—having a home for every tool brings real peace of mind.

Organization isn't easy for me, but this is the beginning of my new Milwaukee Packout wall system so I can finally have everything right at my fingertips. The real challenge will be getting used to putting everything back where it belongs!

Subscribe and stay tuned to watch the shop transformation come together.

#MilwaukeeTool #Packout #ShopOrganization #Workshop #GarageBuild by @workshopaddict

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