Husky vs Milwaukee: Tool Chests, Cabinets and Boxes
Last reviewed October 31, 2026. Prices were listed by the retailer as of Oct 30, 2026 and can change. Confirm the current price and availability on the retailer's page before you buy.
The catalog lists 34 Husky tool storage models and 46 Milwaukee models, so there is a fair amount to sort through on both sides. How they are grouped differs noticeably. Of the Husky models, 24 are classed as tool chest or cabinet, 9 as workbench and 1 as tool box. Of the Milwaukee models, 32 are classed as tool box, 13 as tool chest or cabinet and 1 as workbench. In plain terms, the Husky range in this catalog leans toward large stationary and rolling cabinets, while the Milwaukee range leans toward portable boxes, totes and carts, with a smaller set of full cabinets.
Prices overlap more than the product mix might suggest. Several listings show a price range such as $269 to $329 rather than a single figure, which usually means the page covers more than one variant, so check which version a price refers to before you compare two products.
Power-tool terms such as platforms, brushless motors and battery configurations barely apply to this category. No platforms are listed for either brand. Husky shows 0 cordless models and no brushless figure, and Milwaukee shows 2 cordless models with 0 percent stating a brushless motor. Husky shows 0 percent with a kit stated.
Keep a few points in mind as you read. The only size figure the catalog gives is a single dimension, such as 20 in. Where those matter to you, read the full listing text.
At a glance
| Husky | Milwaukee | |
|---|---|---|
| Models listed | 34 | 46 |
| Price range | $229 to $3,499 | $224 to $4,000 |
| Median price | $698 | $598 |
| Battery platforms named in listings | none named | none named |
| Cordless models stating a brushless motor | n/a (no cordless models) | 0% of 2 |
| Most common configuration | n/a | kit (11) |
| Listings stating batteries, charger or case | 0% | 48% |
| Tool types covered | Tool chest / cabinet (24), Workbench (9), Tool box (1) | Tool box (32), Tool chest / cabinet (13), Workbench (1) |
Lower-priced models
At the lower end, Husky examples run from $229.00 to $289.00 and are mostly rolling or standing storage. The Modular 20 in. W x 20 in. D 3-Shelf Rolling Side Tool Chest is listed at $229.00, the 48 in. W Folding Utility Locker Storage Box at $248.00, and a 46 in. W worktable at $289.00. Milwaukee examples in this tier are listed from $224 to $269 and are portable PACKOUT items: a 10 in. Structured Tote, a 15 in. Backpack with Tote and a 20 in. 2-Wheel Utility Cart. Two Milwaukee listings state a case or bag.
Husky
Husky Modular 20 in. W x 20 in. D Standard Duty 3-Shelf Red Rolling Side Tool Chest
$229.00 · Size / capacity: 20 in.
Husky Tool Storage 27 in. W x 18 in. D 5-Drawer Gloss Black Rolling Tool Cabinet
$269 to $329 · Size / capacity: 27 in.
Husky Tool Storage 46 in. W x 24 in. D 2-Drawer Adjustable Height Black Worktable with Solid Wood Top
$289.00 · Size / capacity: 46 in.
Milwaukee
Milwaukee PACKOUT 20 in. 2-Wheel Utility Cart with (1) PACKOUT Tool Storage Crate
$239 to $389 · Size / capacity: 20 in.
Milwaukee PACKOUT 10 in. Structured Tote with PACKOUT Black 18 oz. Insulated Bottle with Chug Lid
$249.00 · Size / capacity: 10 in.
Mid-priced models
In the mid tier, Husky examples are listed from $398.00 to $499.00 and are larger fixed-size units. They include a 46 in. W 9-Drawer Mobile Workbench Cabinet at $398.00, a 61 in. W Top Chest Hutch at $455.05, and a 24 in. W x 24 in. D Tall Side Tool Chest Locker at $499.00. Milwaukee examples run from $369.00 to $448.99 and stay in the PACKOUT system, pairing a 20 in. 2-Wheel Utility Cart with 3-Drawer, 4-Drawer or Multi Depth boxes, plus a 47-piece mechanics set with a 2-Drawer Tool Box. Three of these state a case or bag.
Husky
Husky Tool Storage 46 in. W x 18 in. D 9-Drawer Mobile Workbench Cabinet in Gloss Black
$398.00 · Size / capacity: 46 in.
Husky 46 in. x 25 in. D 9-Drawer Mobile Workbench with Adjustable Height Wood Top in Gloss Black
$498.00 · Size / capacity: 46 in.
Husky Modular Tool Storage 24 in. W x 24 in. D Heavy Duty Matte Black Modular Tall Side Tool Chest Locker
$499.00 · Size / capacity: 24 in.
Milwaukee
Milwaukee PACKOUT 20 in. 2-Wheel Utility Cart with PACKOUT 3-Drawer Tool Box
$369.00 · Size / capacity: 20 in.
Milwaukee PACKOUT 20 in. 2-Wheel Utility Cart with PACKOUT 3-Drawer Multi Depth Tool Box
$379.00 · Size / capacity: 20 in.
Milwaukee PACKOUT 20 in. 2-Wheel Utility Cart with PACKOUT 4-Drawer Tool Box
$389.00 · Size / capacity: 20 in.
Milwaukee 1/2 in. Drive SAE/Metric Mechanics Tool Set (47-Piece) with PACKOUT 2-Drawer Tool Box
$448.99 · Size / capacity: 1/2 in.
Higher-priced models
In the higher tier, both sides converge on large mobile workbench cabinets. Husky examples start at $998 and reach $1,098 for a 61 in. W 15-Drawer unit, with a 72 in. W 15-Drawer Mobile Workbench listed from $999 to $1,198 and a 56 in. W 10-Drawer unit with pegboard at $1,051.00. One Husky listing includes a 320-piece mechanics set in foam in its title. Milwaukee examples are listed from $998.00 to $1,372.00, including 52 in., 56 in. and 61 in. cabinets, with the 61 in. 11-Drawer/1-Door Mobile Workbench at $1,372.00. None of these state a configuration.
Husky
Husky Heavy Duty 61 in. W x 22 in. D 15-Drawer Matte Gray Mobile Workbench Cabinet with Solid Wood Top
$998 to $1,098 · Size / capacity: 61 in.
Husky Heavy-Duty 72 in. W 15-Drawer Matte Black Mobile Workbench with Wood top
$999 to $1,198 · Size / capacity: 72 in.
Husky Heavy Duty 56 in. W x 27.6 in. D 10-Drawer Matte Black Mobile Workbench Cabinet with Wood Top, Pegboard and Top Cabinets
$1,051.00 · Size / capacity: 56 in.
Husky 52 in. W x 25 in. D 9-Drawer Gloss Black Mobile Workbench Tool Chest with Mechanics Tool Set in Foam (320-Piece)
$1,074.00 · Size / capacity: 52 in.
Milwaukee
Milwaukee Tool Storage 52 in. W x 22 in. D Heavy Duty Red Mobile Workbench Cabinet
$998.00 · Size / capacity: 52 in.
Milwaukee High Capacity 56 in. W x 22 in. D 10-Drawer Rolling Tool Cabinet
$998.00 · Size / capacity: 56 in.
Milwaukee High Capacity 61 in. W x 22.1 in D 11-Drawer Mobile Workbench Cabinet with Solid Wood Top and Pegboard
$999.00 · Size / capacity: 61 in.
Milwaukee 61 in. 11-Drawer/1-Door 22 in. D Mobile Workbench with Sliding Pegboard Back Wall in Red/Black
$1,372.00 · Size / capacity: 61 in.
Which one fits you
Choose Husky if...
- You want a catalog weighted toward cabinets and chests, since 24 of the 34 Husky models are classed that way, plus 9 workbenches.
- You want a bundled tool set inside a larger unit, as in the 320-piece mechanics set listed with a 52 in. W workbench chest.
- You do not need battery or brushless details, because no platforms are listed and 0 cordless models appear for Husky.
Choose Milwaukee if...
- You want a range weighted toward portable boxes, totes and carts, since 32 of the 46 Milwaukee models are classed as tool box.
- You want kit-style listings, since 48 percent of Milwaukee models are marked as kits and several state a case or bag.
- You are comfortable with a platform-free category, since no platforms are listed and 0 percent of Milwaukee models state a brushless motor.
Frequently asked questions
How many models does each brand have in the catalog?
The catalog shows 34 Husky models and 46 Milwaukee models. Husky is split into 24 tool chests or cabinets, 9 workbenches and 1 tool box. Milwaukee is split into 32 tool boxes, 13 tool chests or cabinets and 1 workbench.
What are the price ranges?
Some listings show a range of prices, so confirm the variant behind each price.
Do these listings state battery platforms or brushless motors?
No platforms are listed for either brand. Husky shows 0 cordless models. Milwaukee shows 2 cordless models and 0 percent stating a brushless motor. For storage products these terms mostly do not apply, so size, drawer count and type are more useful.
What comes with the Milwaukee kit listings?
Eleven Milwaukee models are marked as kits, and some listings state a case or bag. Husky shows 0 percent with a kit stated, though one workbench chest title mentions a 320-piece mechanics set.