Total Tools

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Total Tools is an Australian retailer specializing in professional-quality tools, equipment, and accessories for tradespeople and serious DIY customers, operating through a network of franchised and company-owned stores.

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Owned by Metcash

About Total Tools

Total Tools is a large Australian retailer specialising in professional-grade tools, machinery, and accessories for tradespeople, contractors, and serious DIY users. Operating through a network of franchised and company-owned stores across Australia, they sell hand tools, power tools, air tools, storage, safety gear, and jobsite equipment from major brands, as well as consumables like drill bits, blades, and abrasives. Customers can shop in-store or online at totaltools.com.au, use Click & Collect, and access trade-focused services such as bulk orders and account-based purchasing through local stores.

A Total Tools charge may appear on your bank or card statement after making a purchase in one of their stores, placing an order via totaltools.com.au, or using services such as Click & Collect or special orders. You might see a charge for a one-off purchase (e.g. a tool, accessory, or piece of equipment), a deposit or pre-authorisation for a back-ordered or special-order item, or a payment processed through a stored card on an in-store or trade account. Some banks also show temporary authorisation holds—sometimes small test amounts or the full purchase value—when you place an online order; these typically convert to a final charge or drop off within a few business days. If you joined their (free) Insider rewards program, the charge will still appear as a standard retail transaction, not a recurring subscription.

If you’re unsure about a Total Tools charge, start by checking your email for an order confirmation or tax invoice from totaltools.com.au around the date and amount of the transaction, and look for any recent in-store visits where you might have used tap-and-go with this card. You can also log into your online account on totaltools.com.au (if you created one) to view order history and receipts. For questions, contact your local Total Tools store (details are on the website’s Store Locator) or use the Contact Us form on totaltools.com.au with the date, amount, and last four digits of the card used so they can look up the sale. Common issues—such as duplicate charges, pending authorisations that haven’t dropped off, or returns not yet refunded—are usually resolved by providing proof of purchase and allowing a few business days for bank processing.

Bank Statement Variations

2 known variations

These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to Total Tools.

  1. TOTAL TOOLS BALLARAT BALLARAT AUS
  2. TotalToolsOnlinePtyLtd PortMelbourn AU

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I see a Total Tools charge on my card when I only ordered online?

Online purchases at totaltools.com.au are processed through Total Tools’ payment gateway and will usually appear on your statement as “TOTAL TOOLS,” “TOTAL TOOLS [STORE/SUBURB],” or a similar variation. This includes home-delivery orders, Click & Collect purchases, and special orders placed online. In many cases, your bank may first show a pending authorisation for the order amount before it settles into the final charge.

What are typical amounts I might see from Total Tools on my statement?

Total Tools sells items ranging from low-cost accessories (often under $20) to higher-value power tools, kits, and machinery that can be several hundred dollars or more. It’s common to see round-figure amounts for tool kits and combo deals, and smaller amounts for consumables like drill bits, blades, and safety gear. If the amount doesn’t match anything you recall, check any shared card use (family or staff) and your email for invoices around that value.

Does Total Tools have subscriptions or recurring charges?

Total Tools does not typically operate ongoing paid subscriptions like streaming or software services. Their Insider rewards program is free to join, and membership itself does not generate recurring fees. If you see repeated charges, it is more likely due to regular purchases (for example, a business buying consumables) or multiple transactions on different dates—check the transaction dates carefully to confirm.

Why is there a pending or duplicate-looking Total Tools charge?

When you place an order online or pay with a card in-store, your bank may first place an authorisation hold for the purchase amount to confirm the payment method. This can appear as a pending transaction, and in some cases you might briefly see both the pending authorisation and the final posted charge. The pending entry should drop off automatically within a few business days; if it doesn’t, contact your bank and then reach out to Total Tools with your receipt for clarification.

How can I get a copy of my receipt or invoice from Total Tools?

If you bought online, log into your account at totaltools.com.au and check your Order History for downloadable invoices, or search your email for confirmation messages from Total Tools around the purchase date. For in-store purchases, your local store can often reprint a tax invoice if you provide the date, approximate time, amount, and last four digits of the card used. If you’re unsure which store processed the charge, use the Contact Us form on the Total Tools website with all available details so they can help locate the transaction.

How do I return an item or request a refund for a Total Tools purchase?

Returns and refunds at Total Tools are handled according to their published returns policy and Australian Consumer Law. If your item is faulty or not as described, contact the store where you purchased it or the online customer service team for assessment and options such as repair, replacement, or refund. For change-of-mind returns, eligibility and timeframes can vary by product and condition, so check the Returns section on totaltools.com.au or contact your local store before bringing the item back, and always keep your proof of purchase.

How do I cancel or change an online order I’ve just placed with Total Tools?

If you ordered through totaltools.com.au and need to change or cancel it (for example, wrong item or store selected), you should contact the relevant Total Tools store or the online support team as soon as possible, before the order is packed or dispatched. Use the contact details in your order confirmation email or the Contact Us page, quoting your order number and the exact change requested. Once an order has shipped or been collected, changes may require processing a return under their standard policy.

How can I contact Total Tools about a charge I don’t recognise?

Gather details such as the exact amount, transaction date, and the name as it appears on your statement, then go to totaltools.com.au and use the Store Locator to find contact details for the likely store (often shown by suburb on your statement). You can also submit an enquiry via the Contact Us form on the website, attaching screenshots of the charge with sensitive card information obscured. If they cannot match the transaction to a sale, contact your bank’s fraud or disputes team to investigate further.

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