Screwdriver reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 232 Reddit reviews across 14 subreddits and 33 posts to rank the best Screwdriver brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/Tools, r/AusElectricians, r/networking, r/BuyItForLife, r/EDC. Top-rated brands include Vessel (4.6/5), DeWalt (4.7/5), Wera (4.6/5).
Stats
Reviews232
Subreddits14
Posts33
Brands54
Products60
232 reviews from
and
By Brand
/By Product
#1
Vessel
4.6
(24)
"Vessel ball grip, or Klein depending on the shape you prefer and the application"
"Specifically the ball grip style. They are fantastic."
"PB Swiss and Vessel are the best drivers."
"I just got a vessel ball grip..... and i really do love it."
"VESSEL Cushion Grip. Super comfortable especially when applying lots of torque while twisting the screwdriver."
"Got my 3 speed vessel from Syd tools for a good price. Love it for general loosening/tightening, always finish by hand obviously but saves so much time on the tedious parts."
"If the question ever has “what’s the best” and “screwdriver” in it the answer is always Vessel."
"Vessel 3 speed"
"Vessel sits in my pocket all day and is the most convenient tool I've ever bought."
"The vessel is better, it’s smaller, easier to use, and is super super sensitive."
#2
DeWalt
4.7
(21)
"I have the dewalt pistol grip electronic screwdriver and it is amazing."
"Work bought us Dewalt gyroscopic electric screwdrivers."
"Dewalt impact drill."
"I use DeWalt folding Gyroscopic screwdriver every day."
"DEWALT gyro. And I’m not even a de Walt guy."
"I got the DeWalt gyroscopic screwdriver, and I absolutely love it."
"I like the DeWalt gyroscopic screwdriver. It's durable, makes the work easy and fast."
"Dewalt gyro."
"Dewalt gyro screwdriver, they are amazing."
"I bought it SPECIFICALLY because it’s a screwdriver and not a drill."
#3
Wera
4.6
(15)
"Wera"
"Amazon, those are Wera ball grip style handles"
"Wera are excellent"
"Wera"
"If your city has a kms go there. I like Wera."
"My favorite screwdriver set that I've found works for me in construction is the wera toolcheck plus. Great quality, size, and comes with all the heads you might need in a small little brick."
"Wera aren't _that_ expensive, and they're my go-to."
"Wera, Wiha, CDI / SnapOn, Sturtevant, Gedore, Wheeler, Proto, Hazet."
"Wera https://products.wera.de/en/tools_for_electricians_kraftform_kompakt_vde_kraftform_kompakt_vde_16_extra_slim_1_tool_finder.html"
"If Wiha doesn't feel right, check Wera, Hazet, Gedore, PB Swiss instead"
#4
Milwaukee
4.5
(15)
"I've got the m12 fuel screwdriver that I use mainly for machine screw setting and the ability to vary torque from 2nm to 46nm is great."
"The Milwaukee fuel electric screwdriver. It's bigger, but it's so much quicker."
"I run the m12 with adjustable torque and couldn’t live without it."
"They had these marked down to 59 bucks for Black Friday and they are amazing."
"I’ve been carrying Milwaukee M12 screwdrivers in my bag for years."
"The Milwaukee M12. Used one for years and with the adjustable clutch it’s great."
"Look at the M4 Milwaukee, I love the adjustable handle."
"It’s been fantastic so far."
"I love the M12 2401 screwdriver for what it is. It's not the fastest or most powerful, but that makes it perfect for when you don't want the ugga dugga you get from an impact driver."
"Got the Milwaukee 12v hydraulic impact. It’s nice and quiet"
#5
Klein
4.2
(14)
"Klein"
"I love my Klein screwdrivers but they are the 25 year old ones."
"Klein makes the best screwdrivers. I like my snap on handles better for oil/grease but Klein blades have held up better for me."
"The Klein is great."
"Klein is my favorite currently."
"I use a Klein, it's real solid."
"Klein for most other things."
"I feel like Klein is what I reach for the most."
"I like my Klein 11-1. Doesn’t roll around fits in my pocket"
"I'm a Klein man, myself."
#6
Wiha
4.7
(12)
"I really like Wiha both in terms of quality and ergonomically."
"Wiha. Their Microfinish grips are hard plastic with a rough texture that has good grip even when oily."
"Wiha ftw"
"My go to screwdrivers are made bij Wiha and Witte."
"I rotate the Wiha for most work, Wera diamond and insulated, Vessel ball grip powered, ratcheting, and megadora, milwaukee thru tang, and Estwing Demolition HD."
"For just your “regular” screwdrivers I like these Wihas. Vessel is also worth checking out, they have a few different shapes as well."
"Wiha are excellent. Tips, handles and prices are great."
"The best screwdriver set I ever owned and still own is the Wiha Topra 28291."
"Wiha demo drivers. The demo doesn't matter for grip, but it's a great feature."
"Wiha is my favorite."
#7
Dewalt
4.4
(12)
"Dewalt gyroscopic. Easily the best electric screwdriver on the market."
"Yep, this is by far the best electric screwdriver"
"I love my DeWalt gyroscopic screwdriver with clutch.. I haven't stripped a screw head or body since I got it."
"I use this DeWalt gyroscopic screwdriver: https://www.dewalt.com/product/dcf680n1/8v-max-gyroscopic-screwdriver-1-battery-kit. It has a variable torque limiter, and the gyroscopic speed control makes it very easy and intuitive to control."
"We have DeWalt and Makita at the office (not sure the models), but they work great."
"The DCD703 is about the same size, but a lot more versatile, with an offset head, right-angle head, and drill chuck."
"Then I got a dewalt electric screw driver (DWHT66719) keep it on the lowest setting, and hold it loosely so it slips in my hand then I can manually tighten it all the way."
"Dewalt gyroscopic screw driver"
"I got a set of Dewalt ones from Home Depot when I was an apprentice. It lasted me a few years and was roughly $50 CAD."
"The dewalt is clutch if he wants a mid-torque assembly screwdriver to replace the drill."
#8
Felo
4.8
(10)
"Felo is a very good European brand."
"I'm a fan of Felo screwdrivers."
"Felo ergonomic only second place to pb swiss ,Swiss grip."
"Felo is my favourite at the moment."
"Felo ergonic fast became my favorite."
"Felo wood handle is my go to"
"Another vote for Felo."
"I have a set of Felo electrical drivers. They're the best I've ever had."
"I have a set of Felo and they have served me well for many years now."
"Pb Swiss swissgrip or felo ergonic."
#9
PB Swiss
4.6
(9)
"Pb swiss"
"PB Swiss and Snap On"
"I really like PB Swiss' solid ratcheting driver."
"PB Swiss and Vessel are the best drivers."
"The *best* made one? Maybethe PB Swiss, just because it costs $21. Six tips, and Swiss."
"Pb Swiss swissgrip or felo ergonic."
"PB Swiss"
"I can recommend the pb swiss ratcheting screwdriver or the set."
"I really like my PB Swiss stubby."
#10
Bosch
4.4
(8)
"Bosch Go 3, price, size, grip, good torque, battery life."
"Bosch go. Being able to push the screwdriver and not having to push the button makes a huge difference"
"The Bosch is bad-a**."
"I've used the vessel and I own the bosch. The owner of the vessel said the bosch was better, i too think the bosch is better."
"For building switchboards and control panels the Bosch GO 3. Has torque control and you just apply pressure to use it or you can push the button."
"I would recommend the Bosch PS21."
"The Bosch freak, which is a impact wrench."
"I have Bosch 12V Hex (good)."
#11
Craftsman
4.3
(7)
"I love the old acetate craftsmans."
"You can still buy those, they are the classic series."
"I love the old school craftsman ones."
"Craftsman"
"The Craftsman V series at Lowes is a solid pick."
"Craftsman set. Personally I prefer to use a dewalt drill with clutch settings."
"I personally own a Craftsman and it's fine but nothing to write home about."
#12
Snap-on
4.5
(6)
"Snap-On Pre-instinct "Classic" Handles are a top Favorite."
"I actually really liked the Snap-On ratcheting screwdriver I have."
"Snap on hard handles, nothing comes close for me."
"Either the Snapon Classic Hardhandle or the Craftsman Classic handle"
"I like the Snap-on instinct, but that's always what I've been using for 10 years or so now."
"Vessel or old acetate snapon sd series hard handles"
#13
Stanley
4.2
(6)
"I bought a six pack of the pictured Stanley’s and leave them all over. It’s got a bunch of options and is well built."
"Wera or old school Fuller/Stanley acetate handle"
"I’ve been using the Stanley double ended pocket screwdriver as my battery cover/ dip switch clicker for a few years"
"Went with the stanley in the pic. Went to Home Depot and got my hands on one. The plastic is definitely sturdier than any others I’ve felt."
"I have two of these Stanley mostly because fanboys see it as a joke but I can always find it."
"The Stanley 4 in 1."
#14
Tekton
3.6
(5)
"The triangular handle on the high torque screwdrivers are really comfortable."
"Now I'm slowly building up my home tool kit with tekton and will definitely be swapping out my wo"
"Tekton makes some that are fairly similar to the Snapon square handle."
"Tekton makes a tri lope screw driver, they call it high torque. Worth checking out"
"The ones I ordered were hot garbage."
#15
Hikoki
4.5
(4)
"Hikoki Pencil, better light, changeable battery, adjustable handle."
"We use Hikoki Pencil drills at work. Interchangeable batteries, adjustable torque settings and last ages."
"My favorite is the Hikoki DB3DL2."
"Hikoki (ex Hitachi). Can switch from inline to gun-style."
#16
Amazon Basics
4.3
(4)
"I cannot believe how nice my amazon basic screwdriver is."
"This is probably the best price to performance."
"The $20 Amazon basics one is perfect for this. Charges by USB C and has three clutch settings."
"The amazon basic is good for light installation work."
#17
Worx
4.0
(4)
"This is what you want WORX WX242: Note the clutch adjustment ring."
"I'd recommend getting one of the small electric screwdrivers with a clutch. I have one from Worx that ranges from 1 (low) to 10 (max) and it makes working on RCs so much easier and faster."
"Worx 4V WX242 from AliExpress. Don't get the WX240, even though it's cheaper it's far inferior."
"I have the Worx, got it for $23 on Black Friday."
#18
Fanttik
5.0
(3)
"I bought the Fanttik a few years ago and i love it."
"Fanttik S1 pro"
"Fanttik S1 pro."
#19
Makita
5.0
(3)
"Makita 18v impact driver, no need to fluff around"
"I use the latest Makita impact driver. It’s small, lightweight, speed, impact and torque adjustable and you can even adjust the LED lighting."
"They’re amazing, I’ve used a lot of cordless screw drivers."
#20
Dremel
4.7
(3)
"The dremel go is a really good one."
"The only one that has lasted more than a year has been my Dremel electric screwdriver."
"Dremel driver (seemingly identical to the more expensive Bosch Go 2)."
#21
Kobalt
4.0
(3)
"I was gifted a 1/4 analog and 3/8 digital Kobalt that I use for AR stuff that I've been happy with."
"I also have the Kobalt version of this one."
"I recently got this."
#22
Ryobi
4.0
(3)
"A battery operated electric screwdriver is something I won’t compromise on."
"I'm running the Ryobi lineup and I'm happy as can be."
"The Ryobi 4V pistol grip driver."
#23
iFixit
5.0
(2)
"IFixit makes a set with every bit you need to void the warranty of almost every electronic device you can imagine."
"But now i use my ifixit kit for everything. has a handy holder for the screws too"
#24
Pratt-Read
5.0
(2)
"Pratt-Read in Illinois. I think they only make screwdrivers and they are better than anything I've used in 30 years."
"Pratt-Read in Illinois. I think they only make screwdrivers and they are better than anything I've used in 30 years."
#25
Metabo HPT
5.0
(2)
"It's still my favorite all-around for many reasons."
"It's lighter than the DeWalt options, has a good clutch for precision work."
#26
Williams
4.5
(2)
"The blue one made by Williams. It’s the exact same one snap on sells but for less than half the price."
"Williams enduro grip is who gets my money."
#27
Leatherman
4.5
(2)
"I'm a fan of the Leathermen screwdriver bit set, especially with the ratcheting bit extension."
"I carry this with the flat/Philips bit and have a 3D printed handle on it."
#28
Mac
4.5
(2)
"I really like my Mac Macsimizer set."
"I like mac's screwdrivers for some reason"
#29
Big Idea Design
4.0
(2)
"It's small, compact, titanium."
"[https://bigidesign.com/collections/pocket-tools/products/ti-eds](https://bigidesign.com/collections/pocket-tools/products/ti-eds)"
#30
Megapro
3.5
(2)
"I consider Megapro my "regular" screwdrivers"
"Megapro has one that I would really like to try. It has slim, long tips for getting to recessed screws."
#31
Hoto
3.5
(2)
"I would lean towards the Hoto, personally."
"I'd go with the hoto since you want a precision screwdriver."
#32
Sonic
5.0
(1)
"Sonic screwdrivers are the way to go. So many features!"
#33
Snap-On
5.0
(1)
"I have the snap on QDRIVER2 and I love it."
#34
LTT
5.0
(1)
"I have reserved room in my mini edc toolkit for LTTs new precision screwdriver."
#35
Picquic
5.0
(1)
"Picquic are the best."
#36
Xiaomi
5.0
(1)
"The best set i got."
#37
Martha Stewart
5.0
(1)
"My favorite screwdriver of all time is by Martha Stewart."
#38
Black and Decker
5.0
(1)
"I got this Black and Decker one on a recommendation."
#39
Festool
5.0
(1)
"Best out there imho but not the cheapest unfortunately."
#40
Denali
5.0
(1)
"Torque Test Channel tested several and the Denali one came out on top."
#41
Topeak
5.0
(1)
"Topeak Ratchet Rocket and a custom set of bits have yet to fail me for on-the-go screwing."
#42
Bosch Professional
5.0
(1)
"I would recommend the Bosch Professional GSR 12V-35 FC. The flexi click attachments make it such a great tool."
#43
Husky
4.0
(1)
"Husky makes a decent one."
#44
Skill
4.0
(1)
"The “skill” brand ones are good. Strong enough to work but not strong enough to break stuff."
#45
Rigid
4.0
(1)
"Personally I'd go with Rigid. Better built and give you a liner if your tool needs repaired."
#46
ChannelLock
4.0
(1)
"It works pretty good for assembly projects that don’t need a huge amount of torque."
#47
BLACK+DECKER
4.0
(1)
"I got axreally good black and decker Roto Bit for 19$ on sake a few years ago."
#48
Dewalt/Makita/Milwaukee
4.0
(1)
"Get a good dewalt/makita/Milwaukee/ any name brand drill."
#49
Fanatik
4.0
(1)
"Go to Costco and buy the Fanatik one they have."
#50
Victorinox
4.0
(1)
"There is also the swiss champ xxl which has 6 double sided bits."
#51
Channel Lock
4.0
(1)
"Channel Lock makes screwdrivers that are good, and they're made in the USA."
#52
Proto
4.0
(1)
"Proto duratek"
#53
Bauer
3.0
(1)
"If you want cheap albeit bulky you can always get something like Bauer from Harbour Freight."
#54
Fanntik
2.0
(1)
"I have the Fanntik electric screwdriver and I don’t use it."
Discover your audience
GummySearch is an audience research toolkit for 130,000 unique communities on Reddit.
If you are looking for startup problems to solve, want to validate your idea or find your customers online, GummySearch is for you.
Sign up for free, get community insights in minutes.
Tell me more
Get started
