Wrench Market Prices
Analysis of 173,719 wrench listings to determine current market value.
What you'll usually pay
๐ก Buying used saves about 17% here.
๐ In short easy summary
The best value is found in oil filter wrenches (-14%) and 5/8in. sizes (-18%). Conversely, specialty measurement tools (+41%) and 19mm sizes (+55%) command the highest premiums.
๐ Best value for your money
Price by system of measurement
Why? Specialty tools are the most expensive at 30.99, while unspecified measurements are the lowest at 21.25.
Price by type
Why? Box wrenches reach 25.49, whereas oil filter wrenches are the most affordable at 18.87.
Price by size
Why? 19mm wrenches peak at 34, while 5/8in. wrenches are the lowest at 17.99.
Price by brand
Why? Craftsman and Matco Tools both lead at 29.99, while Proto is the most affordable at 22.95.
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Common questions
What is the price difference between new and used wrenches?
New wrenches have a median price of 24.08, while used wrenches have a median of 19.98.
Which wrench type is the most affordable?
Oil filter wrenches are the most affordable with a median price of 18.87.
How do metric wrenches compare to SAE wrenches in price?
Metric wrenches have a median price of 29.92, which is higher than the 22.95 median for SAE wrenches.
How we got these numbers
Worked out from 200 live eBay listings (price range $10โ$100, odd outliers ignored). These are asking prices, so use them as a guide. Last checked August 18, 2026.