Halfords Essentials Tool Kit £34.99

SO GOOD… This 18-piece kit combines a large number of tools (Allen key sets, etc, are counted as single ‘pieces’) in a sensibly-priced package. The chain whip, 8mm Allen key and external BB tool have very long handles, which helps when trying to loosen seized bolts. Angled jaws on the equally large pedal spanner reduce the risk of skinned knuckles.

NO GOOD… There’s no T25 Torx wrench, which is widely used on modern mountain bikes. Removing and replacing tools in the plastic box is fiddly. Lower manufacturing tolerances mean the tools don’t have the same high-quality, durable feel as some of the others on test.