Screwdrivers Reviews

My company uses dozens of these screwdrivers in production of electrical power system protection products. The screwdrivers are used collectively hundreds of times daily. The drivers theirselves are usually very reliable. The problem these have is centered around the batteries and chargers. We have had a fair amount of failures where the charger malfunctions and over charges the batteries causing failure of the batteries. Due to the heavy use of these units the chargers are in use continually as the batteries get discharged more often, sometimes as many as five times a day per driver. The problem here is the replacement cost of the charger is nearly as much as buying a complete kit.

I can't tell you how many B&D power screwdrivers I've purchased for roughly $30 just to have them fail after 1 1/2 years to 2 years of routine, home use. The last time, I had it for about a year and the thing called it quits. The first thing I realized was that I was going to have to spend around $100 for a decent contractor grade screwdriver. This seemed like a lot at first, but after realizing that I had already spent over $100 in cheaper screwdrivers that simply did not last, I accepted the amount.

So, I want to get a new power screwdriver, but which one? Initial research reduced the number of brands to three which wasn't too bad: DeW..., Pana... and Milwaukee. I must tell you that although I like the look and specifications of DeW... tools, they tend to be a fifty-fifty hit with quality overall. They're great for certain tools like drills and circular saws, but I didn't find great reviews on the screwdriver. The one thing that made me stay away from the DeW... was the design of the bit chuck. Owners wrote that the chuck is pulled back to lock the bit in place, but complained of bits falling out when inserting the tool in a workbelt or when the screwdriver was accidentally dropped. Having a bit fall out when up in the attic with hands full really doesn't sound too cool to me.

The Pana... had excellent reviews and people wrote of them lasting 10 to 15 years. Sounds great, but I'm not aware of many Pana... power tools so finding service or additional parts might be difficult. So I went for the Milwaukee.

I purchased the Milwaukee 6547-22 Kit, 2.4 Volt, 2 Speed cordless screwdriver for $110 from Amazon. The kit comes with two batteries, a charger, a chuck, a few bits (including a few drill bits), and the screwdriver. It's works well for light drilling such as when mounting wall anchors and such, but it doesn't replace a drill. I didn't expect that since I bought it for driving screws (hence the name). It's also very light and easily fits in a workbelt.

It's nice to be able to do all light work such as mounting raceway or putting together furniture with just one tool. So far, it has been excellent and it's the first tool I grab when having to do any work that involves screws. I also had to install a threshold in the patio and this is where it really shined. I adjusted the torque to its maximum and set the speed to low and was able to drive the screws two inches into the concrete (holes were predrilled of course). Not a problem and it stopped exactly where I wanted it too. This was after my 18 Volt drill ripped the head off the center screw, though. Oh well, you live and you learn.

I definitely like the screwdriver, but it would be nice if it had just a little more power. For this reason, I'd give it four stars in an ideal world, but compared to the other power screwdrivers in the market I'll give it five. Being that it is for home use, I expect it to last quite some time.

Torx screwdivers come in all sorx of sizes, from little bitty ones to great big bixxy ones. How can I choose what sizes are in the set if you don't torx to me about it?

For the everyday handyman, this set is all you're likely to need when it comes to torx screws. I couldn't imagine coming across anything bigger or smaller than the 4 sizes included here while fixing things around the house. They're good to have around so I won't have to spend time digging out, and in the process butchering any more torx screws in the future.

this is the thing i was searching for. and got it at the right time. it made me work easily for my house hold work as well as for my job work as a technician. thanks to the quality of the set u made shirish

You are more than likely to find the correct size bit or socket in this very nice assortment!! I was able to complete a lot of household jobs quite easily, with this set. :-D The set is compact and in a nice carry case, with sizes of each bit & socket labeled. A good buy!

I got this for working on computers and other small electronics and it does the job nicely. The false bottom holds all of the heads that would normally sit near the top of the screwdriver. I'd gladly give it up for a light though.

Solid easy to use, versitle tool. Bits are easily accessible. Direction is easily adjusted.

This a really great, I use them all the time for home the car or my husband now takes them, they have a really comfortable grip and hardrened tips so they do not break.

I love this tool! I have 2 Makita cordless driver/drills and another DeWalt, and this is the one I always reach for first. None of the other brands of "stick" or hinged drivers come close to it's performance. The sensitive trigger allows for fine speed control which lets me use this for everything from taking apart my VCR to putting up drywall. The speed is fast enough for light drilling of pilot holes. I find it especially useful with a countersink bit for deburring holes in sheet metal. The small size/light weight make it convenient for use overhead or in small spaces. The batteries last long enough for most projects, but don't take too long to recharge. The only problem I have had with it is when you use it on the highest torque level of the clutch, "15", it vibrates enough to shift it down to 14. On the negative side, it tends to be kind of pricey. I bought mine new for $80 several years ago, but I now see it for over $120 routinely. It is sometimes available as a freebie with some of the bigger DeWalt cordless tool sets.

These Yale locksets were great quality but weren't as easy to install as I had hoped they would be. I had to have a locksmith come & do the installation

The only problem I have found is the screwdriver attachment is a bit cumbersome for tight spots - it worked well putting up curtain rods, but had difficulty putting in child safety locks in drawers and cupboards due to tight spaces.
Sanding and scaping functions well, overall a very nice value.

I recently purchased a house and wanted to do some simple remodeling and redecorating. Being a 65 year old female, I needed tools and techniques that wouldn't tax my strength, energy and ability. The Black and Decker Project Mate worked great especially in refinishing my kitchen cabinets. I especially appreciated the ability to get into corners with the sander and having the ability to put a new corner sanding strip on without changing the entire sanding strip

This little screwdriver packs a punch. Great for around the house and easy to store. Comes with plenty of bits my only compalaint is the handel does not twist into an angle.

I bought the buffalo scaffold a while back to make doing some interior renovations on my home easier. (I was hanging sheetrock and installing molding.) This scaffold made the job of taping a lot easier on my back and sure beat standing on a six foot ladder for hours on end. the buffalo version was better made than a lot of the 4 foot scaffolds I checked out and it folds flat for storage. you won't be disappointed in this item and you will find a lot more uses for it.