Best Tool Libraries in Illinois
9 tool libraries compared · avg 4.7★ · updated August 2026
What tool libraries cost in Illinois
Only 1 of the 9 tool libraries listed in Illinois publishes a price — Chicago Tool Library at $60. That is too few to draw a city average from.
8 listings do not publish a rate. Most tool libraries that withhold pricing quote on enquiry, so calling is usually faster than filling in a form.
Confirmed across Illinois: 6 of 9 have power tools, 5 of 9 have woodworking and 7 of 9 have gardening. Anything not listed simply has not been verified yet.
Tool Library of Lake County is the highest-rated, at 5★ from 31 Google reviews.
Side-by-Side Comparison
Pricing, features, and ratings for the top 9 tool libraries in Illinois.
| Name | Rating | Membership/Yr | Power Tools | Woodworking | Gardening | Workshops | Classes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tool Library of Lake County | 5★(31) | — | — | — | — | — | — | View → |
| Carbondale Tool Library | 5★(1) | — | — | — | — | — | — | View → |
| Chicago Tool Library | 4.9★(121) | $60 | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | View → |
| American Rental | 4.8★(263) | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | View → |
| Channahon General Rental, Inc. | 4.8★(195) | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | View → |
| West Bloomington Revitalization Project/Tool Library | 4.8★(80) | — | — | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | View → |
| Noonan Equipment & Event Rental | 4.5★(54) | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | View → |
| American Rental Center | 4.5★(31) | — | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | — | — | View → |
| Webber Rental & Supply | 4.2★(43) | — | ✓ | — | ✓ | — | — | View → |
All Tool Libraries in Illinois
Tool Library of Lake County
5★ · 31 reviews
Carbondale Tool Library
5★ · 1 reviews
Chicago Tool Library
4.9★ · 121 reviews
American Rental
4.8★ · 263 reviews
Channahon General Rental, Inc.
4.8★ · 195 reviews
West Bloomington Revitalization Project/Tool Library
4.8★ · 80 reviews
Noonan Equipment & Event Rental
4.5★ · 54 reviews
American Rental Center
4.5★ · 31 reviews
Webber Rental & Supply
4.2★ · 43 reviews
Frequently Asked Questions
How many tool libraries are in Illinois?
Illinois has 9 active tool libraries listed in our directory.
What is the average rating for tool libraries in Illinois?
The average Google rating across tool libraries in Illinois is 4.7 stars.
What is the top-rated tool library in Illinois?
Tool Library of Lake County is currently the highest-rated tool library in Illinois.