Syntus 80 in 1 Precision Screwdriver Set

Belkin advertises this toolkit as a computer toolkit, but it’s packed with things that fit with any electronics projects. The tools included in the kit are demagnetized to prevent damage to sensitive electronic or computer parts. It contains 55 pieces in total from screwdrivers to pliers plus a bonus soldering iron. You can order it from Amazon for $41.13.

GLAM HOBBY LED LIGHT HELPING HANDS MAGNIFIER STATION

No electronics toolkit is complete without a magnifier station and clamps to hold things in place for soldering. This station lights up to help you see what you’re working on, and it is powered by either USB or battery power.

It’s the perfect compliment to your hobby tools whether your hobbies involve electronics, models, or any number of other hobbies involving small parts. You can order this station from Amazon for $16.98.

SHOWPIN SOLDERING MAT

Technically, this mat has uses in several hobbies. It’s designed for soldering and has several small trays built into the sides. It could easily double as a screw or bolt holder to keep them from rolling away and getting lost, or as a non-slip surface for model car projects. If your hobbies include electronics, this mat will save you from burning workstations with soldering irons. You can order it from Amazon for $12.99.

RYMALL 10 PCS PRECISION ESD ANTI-STATIC STAINLESS-STEEL TWEEZERS SET

Dropping parts like chips or screws in between parts of your project is annoying by itself, trying to retrieve them with your fingers is infuriating. A good set of tweezers is almost a requirement for any set of hobby tools. They come in handy for so many things from picking up small parts to placing chips for soldering. Their uses stretch well beyond electronics. You can get this set from Amazon for $12.99.

AVEN 17010 ADJUSTABLE CIRCUIT BOARD HOLDER

We tried to avoid including any specialized hobby tools, but this one deserves a spot in our electronics section. If you work with circuit boards, this handy tool makes it easy to work on both sides of the board with risking damage to the board by touching it.

Hopefully, you are using static electricity safeguards, but using a hands-free tool like this for soldering removes almost any chance that you might accidentally discharge static electricity onto the board. You can order one from Amazon for $12.20.

PRECISION PIN VISE HOBBY DRILL WITH MODEL TWIST HAND DRILL BITS SET

Dry wood splits easily, so drilling the holes before you put the screws in is a good practice. We mentioned mailboxes and birdhouses earlier, and small drill bits save you from a lot of frustration, but larger projects benefit from the same methods. This drill bit set handles holes up to 3mm and comes with 31 pieces in total. You can order it from Amazon for $12.99.

DOWELL 24 PIECES HOMEOWNER TOOL SET

This is a toolset by itself. It doesn't have specialty tools like the tweezer set above or the magnifying station, but it includes all the necessary tools you need for most woodworking hobbies or some essential home repairs. It consists of a variety of pliers, screwdrivers, a measuring tape, and a hammer plus a few other tools. You can order it from Amazon for $32.99

KSMXOS 12PCS WOOD CARVING CHISEL SET 12 PIECE SHARP WOODWORKING TOOLS

This is everything a beginner woodcarver needs to get started today. You can order this great set of wood carving tools from Amazon $28.99. They're made from high-quality carbon steel so that they won't wear out quickly. They come with extra-large wooden handles for a firm grip and safety. Each chisel has a spot in the sturdy case that comes with the set.

GENESIS GLHT72-65 7.2V LITHIUM-ION ROTARY TOOL

This tool is almost indispensable when it comes to many hobbies including woodworking. It's the perfect replacement for a hand drill, and it works great for shaping small pieces of wood. You can use it to remove rough edges and even a little crude carving in a pinch. It also makes quick work of removing excess glue from the sides of the wood. You can order it from Amazon for $29.99.

RUSTARK 27 PIECE GUNDAM MODELER BASIC TOOLS CRAFT SET

You can order this kit from Amazon for $21.86. It’s a great starter kit for anyone thinking about adopting model building as a hobby. It doubles as a mat for crafters that work with paper similar mediums. You might find a few ways to use this kit in electronics or woodworking hobbies as well. It's one of the coolest kits we encountered during our search.

MASTER AIRBRUSH MULTI-PURPOSE GRAVITY FEED DUAL-ACTION AIRBRUSH KIT

You can order this airbrush kit with the compressor from Amazon for $79.96. You can paint models using spray cans, or cheaper compressed air airbrush kits, but they are messy and not as reliable. If you’re just starting out with model building as a hobby, compressed air or hand painting is a cheaper option. If you are serious about model building, you need an airbrush set up like this one.

AROIC 50 PIECE PAINT BRUSH SET

Like many of the hobby tools on our list, paint brushes fit into several categories. We put them in with the Models and Miniatures section because woodworking projects don’t necessarily have to be painted, but models always need paint to bring them to life. This set is actually five packs of ten brushes, and you can order it from Amazon for $10.99. Paint brushes are a must for any hobby kit except electronics.

EXCEL 44288 DELUXE DOLLHOUSE TOOL SET

This set of tools fits in the woodworking and model building categories, but we felt it is better suited for model building. You can order it from Amazon for $37.82. It has all the tools you need to start building model doll houses or dollhouse furniture. Don't limit yourself to using this kit for dollhouses; the tools in it go well with woodworking and model building.

US ART SUPPLY 26-PIECE POTTERY & CLAY SCULPTING TOOL SET

Sculpting is an expensive hobby. You can order this kit from Amazon for $17.96 making it one of the less costly parts of starting a sculpting hobby. In some cases, sculpting requires a kiln and other specialized equipment to make the clay and dry or harden the clay.

However, you can get air-dry clay today and other clays that dry at room temperature. If you go that route, this sculpting kit is all you need to get started, plus a little practice.

SE 81351HB 51-PIECE DELUXE HOBBY KNIFE SET

No hobbyist should be without a good hobby knife. This kit goes well with a woodworking kit, model building kit, and it has many other applications in the hobby world. Since decals and a variety of small cuts go along with model building, we included it in the model building section. Whatever hobbies you enjoy, you need a good knife kit. You can order this one from Amazon for $14.96.