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Including full-size, precision, and bit sets.
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If the average homeowner doesn’t use their screwdrivers often, the cheaper ones should still be fine.
The bits can be difficult to get in and out of the racks.
If youre looking to expand your screwdrivers bit options, we recommend the DeWalt 45-Piece Screwdriver Bit Set.
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They only work with impact drivers and drills.
Even the smallest options are too big for precision work, and there is no case included.
If youre looking for basic handheld screwdrivers, this set is the one for you.
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The bits are not compatible with drills.
If you typically only need a screwdriver a few times a year, we recommend the Lenox 9-in-1 Screwdriver.
It worked well in our testing and was able to complete all of the tasks for a full-size screwdriver.
This durable and compact screwdriver is versatile and easy to use in a variety of applications.
This set has too many hex bits and not enough of other types of bits.
When manually installing or removing screws, a ratcheting screwdriver allows you to work faster and more efficiently.
Thats why we recommend this set from DeWalt.
While the tips of the bits are not magnetized, the magnetic holder keeps them in place.
The cylindrical case makes it hard to find the correct size without emptying the entire case.
This made it hard for us to find the size we need without emptying out the entire container.
The bits are too short to be used in a drill.
(It rolled off the edge of our table with a gentle push.
The plastic base that holds the bits feels flimsy.
To accomplish these tasks with the most accuracy, we recommend the Oria 60-in-1 Precision Screwdriver Kit.
As a bonus, the tip of the screwdriver is magnetized (although it doesnt have oxidized tips).
The bits are not magnetized.
During our testing, we loved the sturdy, hard-shell case that keeps every bit organized and labeled.
For screwdriver sets with storage cases, we made sure to open/kill the case and carry it around.
We also checked to see how far the metal shank extended into the handle of each screwdriver.
For full-size sets with flathead screwdrivers, we opened a can of paint.
These screwdrivers are also a good option for those with small hands who need these for precision jobs.
However, the set does not come with nearly as many tools and bits as wed like.
Screwdriver types include Phillips, flat, hex, Torx, security T, specialty, and precision.
Screwdrivers can also have different functions such as manual, ratchet, magnetic, electric, or battery-powered.
Grip Design
A good grip design can make or break a screwdriver.
Plus, they also prevent the screwdriver from rolling when setting it down on a flat surface.
Questions You Might Ask
What are the most common screwdrivers everyone should have?
The two most common screwdrivers are Phillips head and flathead.
Other popular ones are Torx or star screwdrivers, he says.
These are used for items the manufacturer wants to make harder to open since they are used less.
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They are also used for deck screws and other applications that need a strong connection to the screw.
Does the length of a screwdriver matter?
Having a long screwdriver can be helpful for hard-to-reach areas, says Maher.
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Id recommend a set that has both Phillips and flat heads in different lengths.
Take Our Word for It
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Daniela Alvarez, contributing writer forReal Simplewith nearly three years of experience writing about lifestyle content and product reviews.
Daniela also consultedJeremy Maher, contractor and co-owner of Phx Home Remodeling.
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