Read my review on the Savannah location for my opinion about Harbor Freight in general: https://www.yelp.com/biz/harbor-freight-tools-savannah
As for this recently opened location, it is more of the same, albeit in a very clean and well-stocked store. Its location is great, being located next to an Aldi (let the wife go grocery shopping while you look at tools...or vice versa) and within walking distance of Advance Auto Parts (in case you absolutely want to buy a ball joint service kit for cheaper than Advance sells them). There has never been a line like I've encountered at other stores, either, probably due to having new registers and more than one cashier.
In a smaller town like Columbus, Harbor Freight offers a good alternative to stores like Lowe's, Home Depot, Ace Hardware, and the soon-to-close Sears for basic hand and power tools, as well as for expendables like tarps and paint brushes. The 20% off coupon is always a good thing to have on hand, but even at "regular" prices (everything always seems to be on "sale") you can't go wrong with much of what Harbor Freight offers. Caveat emptor applies, though: Google "Harbor Freight Pass/Fail" if you want others' opinions on what isn't worth even the small amount you'll pay.
Regardless, this location is a welcome addition to the area, and so far is one of the better stores I've been in. read more