Lidl bike tools: Our workshop manager tests the Lidl Bike Tool Kit - this is his conclusion

At first glance, the tool case appears compact, clearly organised and surprisingly well equipped. But a closer look reveals weaknesses: Many of the tools are more in line with the technical standard of 20 years ago. The only Torx is a T25, and the chain of the chain whip is as wide as that of old 8- or 9-speed drivetrains. It is questionable whether modern racing bikes or gravel bikes can be reliably maintained with this - the range of functions falls noticeably short of current standards. Caution: Lidl changes its prices as quickly as petrol stations change their prices. If you're lucky, you'll save a few euros, if you're unlucky, you'll have to pay more.

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Crivit Bike Tool Kit - 19,99 Euro

The 20-piece Crivit bicycle tool kit from Lidl aims to be a compact all-round companion for maintenance and repairs on road, gravel and mountain bikes. The sturdy plastic case contains a total of 20 tools for drivetrain, bearings, brakes and tyres - from chain whip and crank puller to Torx spanner. With its handy dimensions, the set fits well in any workshop or in the car when travelling.

Technical data - Crivit bicycle tool case set

• Dimensions: approx. W 28.5 × H 21.3 × D 6 cm
• Scope of delivery: Tool case with quick guide
• Star cap tool: for Hollowtech II crank
• Puller: suitable for Hollowtech II and others
• Pedal spanner: 15 mm
• Hexagon socket: 8 mm
• Hexagon socket spanner: 6 pieces (2/2.5/3/4/5/6 mm), additionally with ball head
• Tyre lever: 3 pieces
• Chain riveters: for 6-10-fold
• Spoke spanner: Sizes 9/10/11/12/13/14/2×15
• Crank puller: for pedal arms with square
• Cassette puller: for Shimano HG and Sram
• Torx: T25
• Price: 19,99 Euro >> available here

The opinion of the editorial team

Together with Hans-Peter Ettenberger, our workshop foreman in our test lab, we tested the Lidl bike tool kit - and his verdict is mixed. Some tools fulfil their purpose, others are simply no longer up to date for modern bikes. This is particularly evident with the chain whip: the installed chain is so wide that it doesn't even fit between the sprockets of current 11- and 12-speed cassettes. At most, it works reliably with nine-speed. The square crank puller is also problematic: The pin measures only 9.5 mm instead of the usual 16 mm and can damage the internal thread of the square.

A burr on the cassette tool for Shimano and Sram prevents the multi-tooth nut from being inserted cleanly. The 15 mm pedal spanner measures 15.4 mm and therefore has a borderline amount of play. It works, but can damage the hexagon if the pedals are very tight. On the plus side, however, there are some solid tools: The chain riveter works properly with 8-, 9- and 10-speed chains, the set of Allen keys is useful, and the large 8 mm Allen key is actually very good as a pedal tool. The T25 Torx is also impressive, and the external multi-tooth spanner for Hollowtech II bearing shells is dimensionally accurate and functional.

The bottom line is a toolbox with a clearly limited range of applications. There are some suitable tools for older bikes and simple maintenance work. However, the Lidl set is not a recommendation for ambitious mechanics with modern road bikes, gravel bikes or MTBs - too many tools no longer meet today's technical standards.