How much should I spend on a tool chest for a home garage?

Mainstream coverage and community consensus suggest $150–$400 covers most home-garage needs from brands like Craftsman, Husky, and modular Keter/Hart systems. Spending under $100 typically means compromises on drawer slides and gauge of steel; spending above $800 puts you into pro-grade territory (heavier-gauge steel, ball-bearing slides rated for higher loads) that most weekend mechanics don't need.