Yes, Craftsman tools are still considered good for DIYers and homeowners, offering decent quality, lifetime warranty, and affordable price at Lowe's, though not as premium as professional brands like Milwaukee or Snap-On. Craftsman, now owned by Stanley Black & Decker since 2017 after being Sears house brand from 1927, makes hand tools like socket sets, wrenches, screwdrivers, and pliers that are made from chrome vanadium steel and have lifetime warranty with free replacement at Lowe's or through Stanley Black & Decker website. For home use, Craftsman hand tools are reliable and good value, costing less than Snap-On or Mac Tools but better than Harbor Freight cheap tools. For power tools, Craftsman V20 cordless platform is considered good for DIY and light contractor use, with decent battery life and performance, but professionals often prefer DeWalt, Milwaukee, or Makita for heavier daily use because Craftsman power tools are more entry-level and less durable under heavy jobsite abuse. Older Craftsman tools made in USA before 2010 are considered higher quality and collectible than newer overseas-made tools, but new Texas-made tools since 2019 have improved quality. So are Craftsman tools any good anymore? For average homeowner, yes, they are good quality with good warranty and affordable price, making them popular at Lowe's, but for daily professional use, they are decent but not top-tier, so they remain good value for DIY market.
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