I get coupons at least once a week in the local paper or email, something free and usually a 20% discount on one item. I am signed up for emails, but did not pay for the club. The stuff from HF is good for the purpose intended. A weekend mechanic can get decent service from their tools. Some times I need a tool for a one time job. While an SKC or Snap On would be great, the HF tool can get the job done. I did get an AC recharge kit that I have had trouble with the orings leaking, but everything else has been OK. On a funny note I saw a guy at a big flea market selling the free stuff from HF. Not sure how many he sold.