Compact Socket Set: Drive Size, Coverage and Kit Contents

Choose a compact socket set by the fasteners it fits and the access your job requires. The current Compact CR-V socket and ratchet set is listed as 43 pieces. Older 46-piece wording in this article’s address is not the current package specification.

Check these details before counting pieces

Drive size: confirm the ratchet and socket drive sizes and any adapters.
Socket sizes: compare the exact size list with your task. Check metric versus SAE coverage rather than assuming both.
Socket depth and access: shallow sockets, deep sockets and extensions have different uses; confirm what is included.
Bit accessories: many piece totals include screwdriver bits or small accessories. Verify the profiles you need.
Case and retention: check storage layout and portability if you plan to keep the kit in a vehicle.

Compare the current options

The 43-piece Compact CR-V set and 39-piece compact socket wrench set are separate catalog products. Compare their current contents, drive sizes and fit for your fasteners. A four-piece difference does not show which kit is better for your job.

Do not infer tool ratings

A material description such as CR-V is not proof that a socket is impact-rated. Only use accessories for the applications and loads supported by their specifications. For a powered ratchet, confirm accessory compatibility; for final tightening to a specified value, use the appropriate torque tool and service procedure.

How to avoid buying twice

Write down the sizes used in your common tasks, identify any gaps in your existing kit and compare the exact package list. If the listing does not provide a required size or rating, ask before purchase. Do not buy a larger kit solely because the number looks more comprehensive.

For a wider starter set, see our home and garage tool kit guide. Product prices and availability remain on the live product pages so you can compare current options before checkout.

Editorial basis: current Autozono catalog descriptions, checked October 29, 2026. This is a buying guide, not an independent performance test. Verify specifications and compatibility on the linked product pages before purchase.