W.W. Grainger, Inc. vs Tool Source Warehouse
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
W.W. Grainger, Inc.
This app provides on-the-go access to a vast industrial supply catalog. Quickly search for items, check real-time availability at local branches, manage inventory, and scan barcodes to add products to your cart. Get expert help and track orders efficiently.
- Real-time item availability
- Branch locator for pickup
- Barcode scanning for easy cart addition
- Inventory management with KeepStock
- Chat with specialists for support
- Order history and pending order management
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The Grainger app for iPhone is designed to deliver all that Grainger.com® has to offer no matter where the job takes you. Use the app to quickly narrow down your search, check account pricing, check item availability at a nearby branch, or manage costs with the Grainger KeepStock® inventory management solution. More Real-Time Availability — Get an expected arrival date or find out if your item is available at a nearby branch. KeepStock – Manage, track and control your inventory costs on an agile inventory management system. Barcode Scanning — Scan a product and drop it right into your cart. Find a Branch — Locate your nearest branch for quick pickup. Chat With an Expert — Have questions? Upload a photo and get answers from a specialist on the spot. Pending Orders — Keep track of all the orders waiting for your approval. Lists — Access lists on Grainger.com® for quick reordering. Order History — Check the status of a current order, or go back to previous orders over the last 18 months. It doesn't matter how you ordered. OMS: Simplify your order flows using our Order Management System. Saved for Later: Save away products from your shopping cart if you're not quite ready to buy. Need Help? Contact us at 1-800-472-4643. Grainger, Grainger.com and KeepStock are trademarks of W.W. Grainger, Inc.
Tool Source Warehouse
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Tool Source Warehouse is a national wholesale distributor with locations in Georgia, Nevada, and Kansas. Our products include an extensive selection of Fasteners, Acoustical, Safety, and Tools. The TSW app features include full access to your online account and account pricing, as well as real time inventory and full order tracking.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is update cadence: W.W. Grainger, Inc. at every 2 weeks against Tool Source Warehouse's every 18 months. Tool Source Warehouse's advantage is iOS requirement (15.6 vs 18.0). On price, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.
Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS
Both are free to download. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.
W.W. Grainger, Inc. ships an update every 2 weeks, Tool Source Warehouse every 18 months. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | W.W. Grainger, Inc. | Tool Source Warehouse |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.8 (28K ratings) — better | — |
| Positive reviews | 62.3% of reviews | — |
| Number of ratings | 28K — better | — |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks — better | Every 18 months |
| Ads | No | No |
| In-app purchases | No | No |
| Monetization | Free | — |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better |
| Requires iOS | 18.0 | 15.6 — better |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 94 MB | 56 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | W.W. Grainger, Inc. | Kodaris, Inc |
Bugs and requests
W.W. Grainger, Inc.
Reported bugs
4 issues- Orders not showing up in order history
- Repeated crashes and login issues
- Inability to select shipping options for pickup orders
- Inconsistent behavior when adding/removing items from cart
Requested features
4 requests- Ability to search order history and personal lists
- Clearer pricing and shipping cost information
- Improved product details and recommendations
- Seamless integration between app and website
Tool Source Warehouse
Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.
In-app purchases
W.W. Grainger, Inc.
No in-app purchases
Tool Source Warehouse
No in-app purchases
Questions
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Do W.W. Grainger, Inc. or Tool Source Warehouse have ads?
Which is updated more often, W.W. Grainger, Inc. or Tool Source Warehouse?
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