Sockets & Socket Sets Market Value
Analysis of 69,881 eBay listings for sockets and socket sets.
What you'll usually pay
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👉 In short easy summary
The best value is found in 11/16 in sockets and Wera brand tools, both showing over 50% negative deltas. Conversely, 1 in sockets and 3/8 in sizes command a premium, with positive deltas of 15% and 9% respectively.
💚 Best value for your money
Price by socket size
Why? Prices vary by size, ranging from 16.48 for 11/16 in to 40.25 for 1 in.
Price by brand
Why? Brand value ranges from 15.99 for Wera to 34.95 for Snap-on.
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Common questions
What is the median price for a new socket set?
The median price for new items is 29.99.
Which brand has the lowest median price in this dataset?
Wera has the lowest median price at 15.99.
How does the price of 1/2 in sockets compare to the market median?
1/2 in sockets have a median of 26.49, which is 24% below the market median.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $7–$140, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked August 1, 2026.