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X-Sense Carbon Monoxide Detector Alarm with LCD Display & 10yr Battery

Today we examine the X-Sense Carbon Monoxide Detector and Alarm. Carbon Monoxide is a dangerous gas that can cause a lot of problems for indoor safety when not properly monitored. During the winter when houses are closed up tight, it is easy for Carbon Monoxide to build up to dangerous levels. That is why I decided to review this inexpensive Carbon Monoxide Detector and Alarm from X-Sense. This compact CO Detector can be placed anywhere that is convenient for you. It can be wall mounted or table top mounted. It has a Carbon Monoxide sensitivity of from 30ppm to 999ppm. Certainly more than enough to tell you if you are in any danger. In the video I explain the different levels of CO and what amounts are dangerous for you. I also show you how easy it is to set up this CO alarm and I test how it works. Watch the entire video for complete detailed analysis and testing.
1800 Lumens LED Camping Lantern with 360 degrees of Powerful Light for Camping, Emergencies, Etc

Let’s look at this powerful 1800 Lumens Camping Lantern. This is a battery operated 1800 Lumens LED Camping lantern so there is no oil or gas to mess with. This camping lantern uses replaceable batteries so you don’t have to worry about recharging it. The batteries last for a 3 days of continuous use since it is an LED lantern with minimal current draw. It is made of ABS plastic with a rubber shell to protect it from impact if you drop it. It also has 2 convenient hanging hooks so you can hang it on a rope or branch when camping, outdoors, or anywhere. It can also be mounted on a flat surface to give you plenty of illumination. The COB design of the LED gives you clear bright light and can be adjusted to several light modes from High to Low. This is a great light to have on hand not only for Camping but also for Emergencies like Storms, Power Outages, Utility Light or any other situation where you may need some extra light.
Kimo 20V Cordless Impact Wrench 1/2 inch High Torque Impact Wrench Review

Today we examine the Kimo 20V Cordless 1/2 inch Drive Impact Wrench. This Kimo 20 volt Cordless Brushless 1/2 inch Impact Wrench kit comes complete with Battery, Charger, Carrying Case, Sockets and Extensions. This complete combo kit is available at a very affordable price. This Kimo impact wrench claims to have a high torque of 250 foot pounds, does it live up to it’s claims? It also claims to have 3000 rpms of speed. Is it that fast? We’ll find out! In this video I will torture test this 20V cordless impact wrench from Kimo and we will see together if this is a worth while Kimo tool that you should get or not. I hold no punches in this review. I set my torque wrench very high to see what this Kimo impact Wrench can do. I also have a 5 inch lag bolt that I will be driving into a 4×4 piece of lumber. Will it drive it or will it die half way through? Watch the video and find out. Is this Kimo 20V cordless impact wrench better than Harbor Freight Bauer or Earthquake impact wrench? You decide after watching my video!
8 Outlet Tower Power Strip Surge Protector with Smart USB from Keedox

Today we look at a Tower Power strip surge protector with 8 Outlets and 4 USB ports. This tower design power strip surge protector allows you the convenience of setting up your power connections anywhere that is convenient for you. This tower power strip allows you the convenience of having 12 devices plugged in at the same time without overloading your wall outlet. With a power balancing and surge protection this power strip gives you the convenience of having 12 plugs available in on convenient power plug location. Charge up all your phones, tablets, drones, cameras all in one spot and still plug in your lamps, computers and other devices. No need to go behind heavy furniture to plug in all your devices. Makes a great gift for the holidays for that techy person in your family.
2500 Lumens Rechargeable Work Light and Battery Bank – Two Cobs & 360 Degrees Rotating Design

Today we look at a Super Bright 2500 Lumens Rechargeable Work Light. This 2500 Lumens worklight is very bright with two cobs to light up any work area. This 2500 Lumens 2 cob Work Light is great for a work site, camping, emergency use, or just about any situation. The two cobs have 5 adjustable light settings to give you the best lighting for your situation. It also has a red strobe feature for road side emergencies. This light also rotates and pivots 360 degrees giving you a huge flexibility in any application you want to use it. It has strong magnets that allow you to attach the light to any metal surface, and this light also functions as a battery bank. It has a powerful battery that you can use to recharge your cell phones, tablets, or just about anything you need on the go. You can take this 2500 Lumens light and battery bank with you for work, camping, in the trunk of your car for emergencies or as a backup power source.
TopShak 4V Cordless Screwdriver TS-ESD1 vs TS-ESD2 Which One is Best One?

Today we have the TopShak Cordless Electric Screwdriver Challenge, Topshak TS-ESD1 vs TS-ESD2. We look at two different screwdrivers from Topshak and we test to see which one is better. They are both 4V cordless electric screwdrivers with several accessories. They both have 2000 mAh rechargeable batteries built in, and they are both reasonably priced, so which one should you pick? I will look at both these TopShak Cordless Battery operated screwdrivers and test them so you can better decide which one is the right one for you. There has to be ONE WINNER, so which one will it be? They each have different features and functionality as I will describe in detail in the video. I’ll put them bother through several tests so you can see which one will work best for your application.
Weeylite WE-9 RGB Ring Light with 29 Lighting Effects for Shooting Video or Photo Test & Review

Today we look at a the Weeylite professional quality RGB Ring light with an affordable price. The Weeylite WE-9 RGB ring light is a great light for Photography, Videography, Selfie, Food Blogs, Makeup blogs, Tik Tok or just about anything. This light can work as a main light for your projects, as a fill light or as an ambient light. With 132 LED pieces the Weeylite WE-9 Ring Light is able to give you any color and light temperature you want is super easy. This light has an even balance of LED pieces inside giving you the ability to create any light color or light temperature needed for your project. The Weeylite WE-9 has an onboard control panel or you can also control the light remotely with a free app on your phone or tablet. It has a built in battery allowing you to go mobile and use the light anywhere regardless or power situation. The battery also allows you to use the Weeylite WE-9 as a battery back up for your phone or tablet. This Ring light kit also brings you a flexible gooseneck phone holder and a tripod mount allowing you to set up this light anywhere you need it. With 29 built in light modes the Weeylite WE-9 Ring light can help your photo or video project allowing you the flexibility to create the proper ambiance anywhere you want.
Nasum 20V 10 Inch Cordless Chainsaw Better than Harbor Freight Bauer Chainsaw

Today we look at the Nasum 10 inch 20 volt Cordless Electric Chainsaw. This Nasum 20V Chainsaw is a great alternative to the Harbor Freight Bauer 10 inch chainsaw. If you are looking for a compact and inexpensive 20v cordless chainsaw this is a great deal, check out this Nasum Chainsaw. For under $70 this Nasum Chainsaw kit brings you the Chainsaw, bar, chain, two batteries and charger. This Nasum 20V cordless chainsaw has a lot of power for cutting through large pieces of lumber as I demonstrate in the video. It can handle just about any midsize logs you want to cut. This is not a commercial grade chainsaw. This chainsaw is made for the homeowner wanting to do some trimming or pruning of trees and bushes around your property. It handles all that easily. It also has a built in brake which many cordless electric chainsaw do not have. Being a 20 volt 10 inch cordless chainsaw also means that it is light weight and there is no gas or oil to deal with. This Nasum 20 Cordless chainsaw is also very user friendly since it has a tool less bar and chain tightener.
Mensela 18V Cordless Impact Wrench Review – 3 Tools in One

Today we look into the Mensela 18V Cordless 1/2 inch Impact Wrench. This 18 Volt Cordless impact wrench has a lot to offer at a very reasonable price. It uses Makita compatible batteries so if you already have Makita tools, then this will be a good addition to your collection. This Mensela Impact Wrench also comes with several accessories making it a great deal. It brings the Charger and Batteries, plus it also brings Impact Sockets, and Attachments that allow this to be a multipurpose tool. This Mensela Impact Wrench tool has a hidden secret that it can work as three different tools. It has attachments that you can use to make this work as a Drill, and a Impact Driver. This one tool gives you the flexibility of using it in more ways than one. So if you are just starting out and low on cash, this Impact Wrench can satisfy your need for three tools for the price of one. I show you in the video how it can perform all three functions and also how well it performs as an impact wrench. This tool can do everything from light duty to heavy duty work as you will see in the video.
CHEAPEST Gooseneck Light on Amazon – 500 Lumens Magnetic Work Light, BBQ Light, Job Site Light

Today we look at the Cheapest 500 Lumens, Aluminum LED Work Light, Bench Light, BBQ light that I could find on Amazon. If you are looking for a good quality multipurpose light this is one to look at. Light weight Aluminum body makes it corrosion resistant. 500 Lumens makes it very bright. Long gooseneck design makes it a great work light for your work bench, or any place else. Durable aluminum body is damage resistant better than plastic. Magnetic base makes it very convenient for grilling or automotive repair. This is an all around great light that is very affordable. At under $20 this is a fantastic value for the money. Check out all the details in the video.
Foxwell NT809 Automotive Diagnostic Scanner Review & Testing

Today we look at the Foxwell NT809 Automotive Scanner. The Foxwell NT809 Automotive Diagnostic OBDII Scanner is an ALL SYSTEM scanner. This Foxwell scanner is able to read codes and reset codes in all the systems of your vehicle. It can communicate with all the modules in your vehicle including Engine, Transmissions, ABS, SAS, Body, Electrical, and more. It also has 28 built in resets to reset many the functions of newer vehicles like Oil reset, EPB Reset, Door and Window relearn, Throttle body, Transmission gearing, EGR relearn, and many more. I explain all these in the video. This Foxwell NT809 has wired and wireless communication with your vehicle. It has a built in battery so you can be far away from your vehicle and still communicate with no trouble. It has a clear 7 inch LED Display with a convenient Touchscreen that works well with gloved hands. This Foxwell NT809 runs on the latest Android 9 operating system and is ready to scan vehicles as new as 2021 model year. This unit has bidirectional control for many of your vehicle functions and allows you to diagnose many problems in real time. This is a great Automotive scanner for the DIYer or the Professional mechanic. Watch the entire video as I show you several ways to use this scanner as I go through it’s many functions.
Magnetic Motion Sensor Lights with 360 Degree Rotation and Cob Headlamps Review

Today I have some cool lights to share with you. First we look at these magnetic Utility lights than can be used a flashlights or motion sensor lights. They are small, compact spheres that rotate 360 degrees so you can aim the light anywhere you need to give you the best illumination. You can attachment them anywhere with the included hardware or carry them around and use them as flashlights. They have a motion sensor built into them so you can set them up to light up a dark room or closet as soon as there is motion detected. Then we look at some very bright and convenient headlamps good for camping, biking, jogging or working in dark places where you can to keep your hands free. The headlamps also have a bright red tail light so anyone can see you from behind and you can stay safe in traffic while riding your bike or jogging. Both these lights are very affordable, and have a long warranty. Watch the video and I’ll demonstrate how to use both of them.
TopShak 2500 PSI Pressure Washer Review / Better than Harbor Freight Bauer or Predator

Today we look at the Topshak 2500 PSI pressure washer. This is a compact yet powerful electric pressure washer. This Topshak Pressure Washer puts out more water pressure than any of the Harbor Freight Bauer Electric Pressure washers and the same as a gasoline powered Predator Pressure washer from Harbor Freight. This Topshak Pressure Washer is also much more affordable than the Harbor Freight Bauer units and has more features. A two piece, universal fit wand, and 5 tips of different angles to clean different things. A very long Pressure hose and Electrical cord making it very easy to get around when using this pressure washer. Watch the video for all the details on how this pressure washer performs.
Thrunite T1 Magnetic Tailcap 1500 Lumens Flashlight Review, Better than Olight Baton

Today we review the Thrunite T1 Miniature Flashlight with magnetic Tailcap. This is an awesome little flashlight with a lot of power much better than the Olight Baton. This miniature flashlight is only 2.5 inches long and yet puts out 1500 Lumens of light. This flashlight is great for getting in to tight hard to reach areas and for keeping it in your pocket or back pack. I show you in the video how far this Thrunite T1 Flashlight can really shine and light up a dark area at night. Powered by a high capacity 1100mAh 18650 battery. It is rechargeable with the included USB charger, and it reminds you to charge when battery is low. One button switch on the side for easy to use operation provides easy one handed operation. Hold down the switch to cycle through brightness levels. This light is excellent for Law Enforcement, Security Officers, and Campers. Constructed from aerospace grade aluminum body with military grade anodized finish, the Thrunite T1 is tough, durable and attractive. The tough construction of the T1 allows this flashlight to withstand drops up to 1.5 meters or 6 Feet with ease and the tactical knurling on the body makes it easy to grip. Is T1 the right Flashlight for you? Watch the entire video and decide for yourself. This light is very versatile with the magnetic tailcap it makes itself very useful for camping or automotive work. Watch the video for complete details.
Enegitech 12V Cordless Ratchet Wrench Review – Low Cost Kit with Lots of Power

Today we examine the Enegitech 3/8″ 12 volt cordless ratchet wrench combo kit. This is a very affordable cordless ratchet with lots of power. I was surprised at how fast this ratchet was and how much torque it produced. You will see in the video how quickly it sinks a lag bolt into a block of wood. This ratchet produces 200 RPMs and 42 Ft-lbs of Torque. This combo kit brings the ratchet, a charger, 2 – 2 Ah, 12v batteries, 6 sockets and a case to keep it all in. If you are a DIYer that likes to do work on your own vehicle or around the house, this is a good tool that wont break the bank. It is small and compact so it can get into tight places and it comes with a very low price making it very attractive to the DIYer on a budget. This ratchet is even more affordable than the Harbor Freight tools cordless ratchets.
Super Bright LED Garage Shop Light 10,000 Lumens Deformable Shop Lights – Easy Installation

Today we look at these super bright LED Deformable Shop Lights that put out 10,000 Lumens of power. Upgrade your current lighting using these super bright deformable LED lights. You can install these deformable LED lights into your standard light bulb socket and brighten up any dark area. These lights consume 85% less power than a standard 100W incandescent bulb, but put out 100 time more light. These lights are easy to install with NO tools required since they use the E-26 socket or your standard light bulb screw in socket. These lights are deformable or adjustable to suit any lighting conditions you are working with. Open up all the panels or bend them to spread the light anywhere you have a dark spot. No more uneven lighting with these adjustable LED lights. At around $14 per light, these are a really great deal. I’ll show you in the video how they look, how they work, and how to install them.
Imou Cruiser Full Featured Security Camera with Human Motion Tracking and Siren

Today we look at the Imou Cruiser 2mp or 4mp Security Camera. This is a wireless security camera that has excellent features for the money. This is a really value rich camera with features such as Motion Tracking, Siren, Spot Light, 1080p HD video recording, Multiple ways to record video (SD Card, NVR, Cloud), GDPR Data Protection compliance and more. This camera is also Alexa Compatible. I’ll explain all the features in the video. For under $90 this camera is a real bargain. It acts as a full featured security system all built into one camera. You don’t have a lot of equipment to install. It has Smart Human detection so it wont be fooled by false positives like Animals and so forth. But it will detect a human and follow the person as it records and notifies you of an intruder. It also scares away intruders with the built in Spot Light and Siren. Watch the video for full details as I demonstrate all these great features.
Kimo 12 Volt Cordless Ratchet Review / Better than Harbor Freight Hercules Cordless Ratchet

Today we look at the Kimo Cordless Ratchet. This is a 3/8″ 12 Volt Cordless Electric Ratchet wrench from Kimo. This cordless ratchet combo is a very complete kit including the Kimo 12 volt cordless ratchet, the rapid charger, 2 – 12 V, 2 Ah batteries, and 8 sockets. This is a great kit to get anyone started. It also comes in a hard case for easy storage. Having a 2 year warranty and an affordable price makes this a great tool for beginners or those on a budget. I try to find the best affordable tools to save my viewers money whenever possible, and this is a good tool deal. This tool is also much better than the Harbor Freight Hercules Cordless electric Ratchet. As I explain in the video this Kimo tool beats the Harbor Freight Hercules ratchet in price, size, accessories, and design. Watch the video for the full explanation.
GooLoo Jump Starter Review – 4000 Amp Jump Starter Power Bank, 26800 mAh Battery Bank

The Gooloo 4000 Amp Jump Starter & Battery Bank is a useful tool to carry in your car for Emergencies. The GooLoo GP4000 Jump Starter also has a 26800 mAh Battery Bank which is able to quick charge any device that can be connected via the Two USB-A or Single USB-C Connectors. It also has the ability to charge up devices using the 12 Volt Cigarette Lighter style connector. This Gooloo jump starter can jump starts vehicles as large as a 10 Liter Diesel Engine or ANY Size Gas Engine. It has plenty of power for anything you need charged up. It is light weight and compact so it can be easily carried around in the glove box or trunk of your car or truck. It also comes in a convenient carrying case for easy storage. Never get stranded again because of a dead battery. Never have your phone, tablet or lap top run out of power when you are on the go. The Gooloo 4000 Amp Jump Starter is great for getting your car started or keep your devices fully charged. I’ll go over all the details in the video and demonstrate how it can crank over a vehicle with a dead battery. If necessary it also has the ability to give you an extra BOOST when you press the BOOST button on the side for batteries that are REALLY, REALLY dead!.
Cheapest Wireless Indoor Security Camera Surveillance System on Amazon, Alexa Compatible by Conico

Today we look at what might be the cheapest indoor security camera available on Amazon. This Security camera features HD 1080P video recording, works with Alexa or the downloadable app, and is available for only $20 after discounts. That is the cheapest security camera on Amazon. This camera has night vision, voice activation and can record on SD card or cloud service. You don’t need to pay for cloud service if you don’t want to. I’ll show you in the video how easy it is to set up this camera and how the phone app works. It has excellent night vision so you can see what is happening clearly at night. Works great so you can monitor your home, kids or pets while you are away.
Home Security Alarm System from X-Sense Complete Home Monitoring Expandable Customizable System

Today we examine a Home Security and Alarm system from X-Sense. This is a complete home security system with all the features you could want and is also expandable to suit your needs. This system brings a base station, entry sensors for doors and windows plus a motion detector. It also has an app to give you 24/7 monitoring of your home. Whether you are home or away the system is customisable to keep your home secure. It can be activated and controled by a remote when at home, and from the phone app when you are away. You can also customize every aspect of this system to make it comfortable for your situation. All this at a very affordable price. In the video I will walk you through all the features including how to set it up and demonstrate how it works. I will show you how to install your home security system and make it work.
20V Cordless One Handed Reciprocating Saw from Kimo a Compact but Powerful Reciprocating Saw

Today we review the Kimo 20V One Handed Reciprocating Saw. This is a compact version of the full size reciprocating saw which allows you the ease and flexibility to get into tight or hard to reach areas. This saw is compact and lightweight making it easier for anyone to use. It takes less room in your tool box but still has the power to cut through large materials. It also uses standard reciprocating saw blades so it can cut through anything that it’s bigger counterpart can do. In this video I will show you the 20 volt One Hand reciprocating saw and put it through some cutting chores. Let’s see how well it performs. You may also be interested in this saw for doing yard pruning of trees and shrubs around the house. This one handed saw it much easier for pruning than a full size reciprocating saw would be. This saw is a definite money saver when compared with Dewalt, Milwaukee, Makita, Craftsman, or Ryobi Saw.
Kaiweets Laser Level Self Leveling Cross Line Laser Level User Friendly for the DIY or Pro user

Today we review the Kaiweets Self Leveling Cross Line Laser level with the green laser light. This laser is very affordable and easy to use for the DIYer or Professional User. Even if you are just starting out this Kaiwaeets Laser Level is easy to use with just two buttons to do all the functions you would need. It includes everything in the kit, such as the laser level, batteries, carrying bag, laser target card, wall mounting bracket and user manual in many languages. Some other more complicated laser levels may scare away the DIYer as being too hard to operate. In this video I show you exactly how easy the Kaiweets laser level is to use in common projects. This laser level has similar features to the Craftsman, Ryobi, Dewalt, Makita, Milwaukee, or Klein laser levels but at a better price.
IMOU Rex 4MP Indoor Security Camera with Motion Tracking, Quad HD and Siren Review

Today we look at the Imou Rex 4MP indoor security camera. This is a very compact and affordable indoor security camera considering all the great features that it has. This camera has Color Night vision, Quad HD capability, Alexa and Google assistant Capability, plus Diversified Storage (You can store video footage in several different ways). It also has Motion detection and Tracking, Smart Human detection to avoid false alerts, Warning light and Siren to alert everyone that an intruder is present. You can also talk to someone on the other side of the camera with it’s two way talk, and you can give yourself privacy when at home since the camera will cover the lens to see nothing around it if you chose. If you don’t have Alexa or Google Assistant you can also use this camera with the Imou app on your phone. This is a very versatile little camera with many great features as I will demonstrate in the video.