Youtuber Products Tier List

Product Tier Review (Key Points & Opinions)

1) Patch cap (Simone / hook-and-loop “loop side” hat)

Main features

• Hat made from the loop side of hook-and-loop fasteners.
• Lets you attach patches/gear more like Velcro than a normal patch.
• Includes a system to hold tools/items on the hat (e.g., a small screwdriver kit with bits/extensions).
• Question raised about how secure it is; adhesive/attachment durability discussed.

Pros

• Fun, modular way to carry small items (less chance of losing them).
• Strong attachment feel in the moment (“really gets on there”).
• Clever alternative to static single patches.

Cons

• Attachment security may be an issue for day-to-day use.
• Suggestion: use VHB-backed hook fasteners for a more reliable hold.

Verdict / Rating

• Rated A.

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2) “Lamp / storage / table / cup holder” (price-uncertain)

Main features

• Described as: lamp, table, cup holder, with storage inside.
• Quality looked “kind of” solid when handled.

Pros

• Multi-use concept (lighting + holding cups + storage).

Cons

• Presenter was uncertain what it even is/does in practice.
• Pricing uncertainty created skepticism.

Verdict / Rating

• Rated C.
• Price guess discussion: $199 vs ~$700 mentioned; interviewer ends at a C regardless.

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3) Hacksmith Smith Blade (James Hobson / Hacksmith Industries)

Main features

• Multi-tool/weapon-like everyday carry item featuring:
  • Blade made from M390 steel
  • Titanium alloy body
  • Protractor
  • Glass breaker (uncertain)
  • Ruler
  • Built-in tweezers
  • Bottle opener
  • Built-in screwdriver
  • Bit retention mechanism
• Noted as extremely sharp; speaker mentions personal cuts.

Pros

• High-quality materials and impressive engineering.
• Great “everyday carry kit” concept.
• Sharpness and build impress the host despite safety drawbacks.
• Bit retention mechanism highlighted as a strong design point.

Cons

• Price is very high.
• Some features are hard to identify/understand.

Verdict / Rating

• Kickstarted ~$250, expected ~$290 launch.
• Rated A (though “expensive,” which slightly knocks it down).

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4) Indestructible / nearly indestructible ping pong ball (Hacksmith store)

Main features

• Coated with ~300 micrometers of Nanovate alloy N1210 (described as thinner than a few hairs).
• Tested to support 100 kg.
• Presenter claims it’s not truly indestructible: you can break it if you try.
• Inside is a real ping pong ball.

Pros

• Extremely tough for its size.
• Fun to test (bouncing/standing on it).

Cons

• Useless for actual ping pong (heavy; not playable).
• Host leans toward “cool but not interesting.”
• Pricing uncertain; guesses are high.

Verdict / Rating

• Rated C.
• Cost guesses: $69.99 vs $100 discussed.

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5) Drill bit bandolier (silicone drill-bit holder)

Main features

• Silicone injection-molded bandolier/holder for drill bits.
• Intended to solve drill bit storage.

Pros

• Practical, simple improvement to everyday tool workflow.
• Host thinks it’s likely cheap.

Cons

• No meaningful cons mentioned beyond “why isn’t this already on drills?”

Verdict / Rating

• Rated A
• Price: confirmed as $10 (“Literally 10 bucks.”)

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6) T-Loc box (Adam Savage; modular tool storage)

Main features

• Modular design that lets you remove and rearrange interior components.
• Adjustable layout based on user preferences.

Pros

• Strong modularity and customization.
• “Birkin bag for dudes” / tool bag style positioning (designer-y appeal).
• Collaboration/colorway noted as not Adam’s exact product.

Cons

• Functionality depends on how you want to organize.
• Host later suggests overall carry-bag functionality falls short (note: comment tied more to the next item).

Verdict / Rating

• Segment is positive, but the explicit numeric rating is for the next “Birkin bag” tool bag.

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7) “Birkin bag for dudes” / Adam Savage tool bag (tool bag, not original T-Loc)

Main features

• Second revision of Adam Savage’s tool bag; smaller than original.
• Made mostly from salvaged sailcloth (durable + lightweight).
• Para-aramid synthetic fiber-reinforced base.
• Machine washable.
• Includes lifetime repair warranty on stitching/construction.
• Hook-and-loop outside + multiple organization features:
  • configurable carry strap (4 loops)
  • multiple poles for flexibility
  • organization pocket inside (host likes it but wants more pockets)

Pros

• Durable rugged feel and premium materials.
• Lifetime repair warranty.
• Strong build and thoughtful fasteners; host praises durability.
• Highly configurable carry orientation.

Cons

• Host feels overall functionality falls a little short (relative to his organization preferences).
• Price doesn’t win bonus points.

Verdict / Rating

• Rated B
• Price guess: $149, then “close” ~$160 mentioned.

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8) Predictive Wi‑Fi barbecue thermometer (Combustion Inc.)

Main features

• Second generation wireless thermometer.
• Max range up to 900° (for cooking).
• Claims:
  • up to 30 hours battery life
  • charges in 21 minutes
  • Wi‑Fi enabled
• Predictive algorithm:
  • set a target temp (e.g., 130°F)
  • shows countdown/prediction based on internal temp rise
• Requires removing meat slightly early due to carryover cooking (verified in demo).

Pros

• Highly practical tech for grilling.
• Prediction + off-grill carryover simulation is a key win.
• Works with magnetic attachment.
• Host impressed; says his wife would love it.

Cons

• Quirk: won’t tell you when to flip.
• Minor usability: host needed to figure out glove-related handling (light joke).

Verdict / Rating

• Included in “Top picks,” described as A-level.
• Exact numeric rating not explicitly stated here, but treated as a top-tier favorite.

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9) Smarter Scrubber (Smarter Every Day grill cleaning brush using chain mail)

Main features

• Grill brush that replaces wire bristles with chain mail to reduce risk of bristles stuck in food.
• Emphasizes Made in USA.
• Ceramic end piece helps cool down quickly.

Pros

• Better safety concept than bristle brushes.
• Works well “in the grooves” better than expected.
• Handle end cools quickly; host loves that.
• Bristle risk is discussed as a health concern.

Cons

• Chain mail puck width too narrow vs plastic top; host had trouble reaching tight spaces and melted plastic a bit trying to squeeze in.
• Uncertainty whether chain mail might damage coated grill surfaces vs brass.

Verdict / Rating

• Rated between “high A” and “high B” depending on presenter.
• Price discussion: $149 vs $230 mentioned.

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10) Coffee Capture Cup / suction mount + rigging interfaces (camera gear collab)

Main features

• Suction mount with many compatible mounting interfaces:
  • baby pin mount
  • NATO rail
  • multiple 1/4-20 threads
• Detaches via tabs (“break the seal”).

Pros

• Feels “hardcore” and well-built.
• Multiple mounting options are the standout feature (not just suction).

Cons

• Slight concern about abuse of mounting/detaching (demo includes a worst-case-ish pull; it still mostly holds up).

Verdict / Rating

• Price: $95 each
• Rated A (host: “we would actually buy them”).

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11) PotatoJet x SmallRig one-squeeze tripod/video head (run-and-gun)

Main features

• Tripod/video head with one-squeeze deployment.
• Folds down via a button.
• Comes with a bag.

Pros

• Fast deployment and secure locking once engaged.
• Travel-oriented; bag included (minor bonus).
• Presenter acknowledges it’s a proper video head.

Cons

• Host notes it’s heavy; if lighter it’d be “just killer.”
• For the price, it’s still a big purchase.

Verdict / Rating

• Price discussed: $400
• Host: high B (with later agreement it could be A, but primary rating remains high B).

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12) Giaco “Kinetic Driver” (changing bit driver / fidget-like spinner)

Main features

• Changing-bit screwdriver concept using heavy construction + ball bearings for easy spin.
• Only precision bits included (geared toward small tasks, oddly).
• Treated as a fidget toy due to niche use-case.

Pros

• Very satisfying as a fidget toy.
• Clever niche design for smooth screwing/unscrewing.

Cons

• As a practical screwdriver, limited by included bits and niche positioning.

Verdict / Rating

• Rated:
  • A as a fidget toy
  • C on price (later stated €100)
• Final takeaway: more toy than tool.

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Overall Verdict / Recommendation

The video argues that “YouTuber merch” has matured into genuinely useful products. Top picks based on explicit enthusiasm are:

• Wireless predictive thermometer (Combustion Inc.)
• Smarter Scrubber chain-mail grill cleaner (strong safety + performance)

Hacksmith Smith Blade is a high-end “premium EDC” despite price. The cap patch/holding system is clever but may need improved attachment for reliable daily wear. Several items land in C tier due to niche nature, high cost, confusion, or lack of practicality—especially the indestructible ping pong ball and the multi-purpose lamp/storage.

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Ratings Explicitly Mentioned (When Given)

• Patch cap (Simone hook/loop hat): A
• Lamp/table/cup holder/storage: C
• Hacksmith Smith Blade: A (~$250 kickstarted, ~$290 launch)
• Indestructible ping pong ball: C (guessed $69.99–$100)
• Drill bit bandolier: A ($10)
• Adam Savage “Birkin bag” tool bag: B (~$149–$160)
• Smarter Scrubber chain-mail grill brush: generally high A (price cited $149 / $230)
• Coffee Capture Cup suction mount: A ($95 each)
• PotatoJet x SmallRig tripod/video head: high B (~$400)
• Kinetic Driver: A as fidget toy, but overall C on €100

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Unique Viewpoints by Speaker (as captured in subtitles)

• Main host (primary rater)

  • Chooses tier ratings (A/B/C), focusing on practicality, materials, and fit with preferences.
  • Flags safety/attachment and price-value fit.

• Others / other voices (snippets)

  • Confirm/react to prices (e.g., “Literally $10 bucks,” “$400,” “$95 each”).
  • Sometimes disagree or confirm severity (e.g., ping pong ball “nearly indestructible,” suggestion for better adhesive, joke about melted plastic concern).