CRAFTSMAN Tool Box, Lockable, 16 in., Red/Black (CMST16901)
- Tool Box
- 16 pounds
- Metal, Plastic
- 1
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How it ranks among the 10 tool boxes we track
4.5★ across 2,700 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
2,700 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
4,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
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Overview
The CRAFTSMAN CMST16901 is a 16-inch lockable plastic toolbox with a front metal latch, a removable tray and a comfort-grip handle, sized for hand tools, hardware and small household items rather than power tools.
- 16-inch lockable plastic toolbox
- Front metal latch with padlock eye
- Removable tray plus two lid compartments
- Comfort-grip carry handle
Who it's for
Good for someone who wants a compact, lockable box for basic hand tools, screws and household hardware kept indoors rather than a full mobile jobsite chest. Less suited to anyone loading it with heavier gear who needs the lid to stay wide open unattended.
What buyers say
From Amazon customer reviews.
Owners praise the build quality, the metal latch and the removable tray, and several use it indoors for basic hand tools or household items rather than a garage full of gear. The recurring complaint is the lid: it only opens to about 90 degrees, tends to swing shut on its own while loading it, and has nothing to grab to lift it from the front.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Front metal latch accepts a padlock
- Removable tray separates tools from small hardware
- Comfort-grip handle for carrying
- Priced well for the build quality
- Lid opens to about 90 degrees only
- Lid can swing shut on its own while loading
- No handle to help lift the lid open
Performance notes
A front metal latch closes the box and accepts a padlock for security, while a removable tray inside separates hand tools from smaller hardware held in two lid-mounted compartments. The lid itself only swings to roughly 90 degrees and, per several owners, tends to fall shut under its own weight rather than staying propped open.
Specifications
| Brand | Craftsman |
|---|---|
| Model | CMST16901 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Maximum Weight Recommendation | 16 pounds |
| Item Weight | 2 pounds |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 15.8 × 8.2 × 7.1 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Metal, Plastic |
| Color | black |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | 16-in. Tool Box (1) |
| Other details | |
| Number of Compartments | 1 |
| Item Type Name | Toolbox |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in tool boxes.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| CRAFTSMAN Tool Box, Lockable, 16 in., Red/Black (CMST16901)This product | 4.5 / 5 | 2,700 | 4.6 / 5 |
| DEWALT TSTAK Tool BoxDewalt | 4.7 / 5 | 12,600 | 4.8 / 5 |
| beyond by BLACK+DECKER BLACK+DECKER BDST60500APB Stackable Storage Systembeyond | 4.7 / 5 | 2,100 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Keter Stack N Rolling Tool Box Modular Storage System 3 PieceKeter | 4.7 / 5 | 1,400 | 4.4 / 5 |
| Milwaukee Electric Tool 48-22-8425 Pack outMilwaukee | 4.8 / 5 | 1,000 | 4.3 / 5 |
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Questions about the Craftsman CMST16901
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Does the CRAFTSMAN CMST16901 lock?
It has a front metal latch with a pad lock eye; a padlock is sold separately.
Does it include a removable tray?
Yes, a removable tray sits inside for hand tools, plus two compartments built into the lid for smaller items.
Does the lid stay open on its own?
Not reliably. Multiple owners report it opens to about 90 degrees and can swing shut while working, so bracing it or adding weight to the lid pockets helps.