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Harbor Freight Tools

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Harbor Freight Tools reviews

3.6

65% would recommend to a friend

(3,439 total reviews)
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Eric Smidt

69% approve of CEO

59% positive business outlook

Harbor Freight Tools has an employee rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars, based on 3,439 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Harbor Freight Tools employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Retail & Wholesale industry (3.5 stars).

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3K reviews
1.0
Jan 12, 2026

Leadership is a joke

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Good money for not really doing much

Cons

No long term investment. Good ole boys club. Its not what you know but who you know. No plan or commitment to improve just survive and cash grab while you can it feels like at all levels

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Harbor Freight Tools Response
5mo
Thank you for sharing your feedback. Because we value our people, Harbor Freight is committed to providing a workplace that encourages open communication and provides fair, reasonable, and respectful treatment from all our team members. Thank you for your contributions and we wish you all the best.
4.0
Jan 6, 2026

Decent place

Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

Treated with respect my opinions and advice are taken seriously

Cons

Low wages over all . Not really enough to make ends meet

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Harbor Freight Tools Response
5mo
First, we want to thank you for dedicating over 5 years at Harbor Freight and for sharing your feedback. Your input is valued and appreciated. Harbor Freight is built on a commitment to Excellence and Continuous Improvement, and your feedback helps us achieve that. Thank you for always showing up and giving your best as we continue to make Harbor Freight the best place to work and shop.
4.0
Jan 6, 2026
Recommend
CEO approval
Business Outlook

Pros

flexible, bi weekly pay, associate discount

Cons

small staff, high demand at peak hours

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