If you”re the type that works on your car, there has probably been that time where you have either dropped a tool, screw, or something magnetic deep into your hood.   Since some spots are fairly hard to reach, its next to impossible to get it out with your hands.

Since many people are unable to recover what they have dropped down there without a tool, its probably a good idea to consider something that can prevent this in the future.  This is where it comes down a magnetic pickup tool.

These tools are fantastic because they extend to a length that you like and can pick up smaller, magnetic objects.  This is great for those looking to get anything in smaller cracks.  Not only will it work under the hood, it will work for smaller places in your home as well.

I checked out a few retailers online and this is what I came up with as my top 3 magnetic pickup tools on the web today.  These are all highly rated and shouldn”t break the bank with your budget.

• #1 Empire Level 27056 [$7 - $10]: Extends anywhere from 5 – 25 inches.  Its fairly powerful for its size, allowing you to pick up things a little under 1 and half pounds.  Comes equipped with a little convenient pocket clip, so that you can clip it in places so that its always there.
• #2 SE 15LB Magnet Pickup [$12 - $15]: The problem with many magnet pickup based tools is that they only pick up a certain amount of weight.  This can be a problem when you”re looking to pick up something rather heavy.  This is great for all loose screws and bolts and can full extend to 33″.
• #3 KD Tools 2593 [$5 - $10]: This is a cheaper alternative that will run you less than $5.  Extends up to 18″ and makes it easy to reach hard to reach places both in your car, as well as your home.

As you can see, you can get one fairly cheap and all of the ones listed above are going to get the job done.  The question that you want to ask yourself is, “How much weight do you want to pick up?”, as well as, “How much far do you want it to extend?”