Top 10 battery screwdrivers

But the “blue” Bosch GO rechargeable screwdriver is similar in size to the handle of a conventional screwdriver, using, by the way, exactly the same battery characteristics as the IXO 5. A lightweight and compact screwdriver nevertheless produces up to five newtons meters of torque.

In addition to the side selector, allowing you to turn on the rotation in the right direction, Bosch GO also has a torque control, the wheel of which is recessed near the rear end. Please note that this is precisely the regulator of the moment, and not the speed, as people often say, in principle, do not read the instructions. The location of the regulator as a whole is logical (where else can it be placed on such a package?), But it must be taken into account when choosing a grip so as not to accidentally knock it off. Next to the wheel - a rubber cap covering the mini-USB charging port.

It is necessary to take into account the fact that the inclusion here does not happen as it does on the “trigger” battery screwdrivers of the pistol assembly - not immediately, but after the spindle presses inwards under the load. Moreover, the electronic clutch E-Clutch allows you to use a rechargeable screwdriver as usual, if the battery has sat down or you need to manually tighten the screw. Rotation also stops only after pressing on the end stops. Actually, a lot of negative reviews on the Internet and shows right away how rarely we like to read the instructions in order to understand how the purchased tool works. But, if used correctly, the Bosch GO electric screwdriver is really convenient and practical.

A convertible screwdriver with a folding handle is easy, convenient in operation and at the same time develops a decent 4 newton-meters of torque. A built-in battery for one and a half ampere-hour is a classic solution for this type of battery screwdriver, using a USB connector for charging.

The controls are a bit atypical - there is no “trigger” or buttons under the index finger, instead of them there are two buttons, which are behind the handle in the “pistol” mode. One includes right turns, the second - left. It does not look very good, but in practice you get used to management quickly.

Electric screwdriver comes in a good case, and it is richly equipped - there are 81 nozzles included. The quality of the bits is not bad, you can work with them (well, at least, taking into account the limited torque of the screwdriver - a powerful screwdriver can “lick” them). In general, for such a price, the purchase option is good.

This cordless screwdriver, although weighty (0.7 kg), is inferior in performance to “Boshevsky” - and the battery capacity is only 1300 mAh, and the torque is only 4 N * m. But it is already at such a level, when it is easy to let it be bought simply according to the principle “to be”.

The screw-type torque controller here is a ring in the area of ​​the spindle, which allows you to set the triggering moment of the ratchet or block it in the drilling mode. A useful feature is the ability to rotate the handle relative to the body, and the axis of rotation is offset by 45 degrees from the spindle, that is, after turning the handle from the pistol turns into a straight line.

Unfortunately, the screwdriver is not charged via USB, but from an adapter with a coaxial plug, so “feeding the pasture” from the power bank or charging a mobile phone will not work. Yes, and it comes in an extremely spartan form - not so much as a case, but the manufacturer has regretted the cardboard packaging, having sealed it in a plastic blister.

The inexpensive Chinese rechargeable screwdriver draws the attention of a rotary, like Hyundai, handle, as well as a bright sticker "5 years warranty." However, at least the claimed battery capacity is greater (1500 mAh), but less torque is 3.2 N * m, and this is already at the limit of how much useful it is. On the other hand, charging from USB is much more convenient than a “Hyundai” (or is it still “Hendav”?), And the weight of this screwdriver is 300 grams less. Finally, it comes in a normal plastic case.

But we still put the rating exactly as it is: the Hammer rechargeable screwdriver, although more interesting in the photographs, causes far less emotion in practice. His body is rougher than that of Hyundai, which immediately hints at not the best build, and the smaller mass for budgetary “Chinese” cannot be definitely called a plus - it means that they saved on metal, and this is a minus to reliability. The author, if he had chosen within this budget, would still prefer a better-assembled and high-powered Hyundai, and ideally would add a “Boshevskaya” or “Makitovskaya” screwdriver.

“The plastic world has won” - Yegor Letov involuntarily turns in his head when this screwdriver falls into his hands. Extremely cheap, packed in a simple blister, it nevertheless promises us up to 5 newton meters of torque on the spindle. You can find the case version with a set of nozzles, including both bits and heads, and even a “holiday” army-camouflage blister design “for February 23”.

However, we are more interested in “stuffing”. So, let's go point by point: a built-in lithium-ionic at 1300 mAh in the handle, next to it is a lens LED flashlight at the end and a simple electronics board. A screwdriver from a power supply with a coaxial DC-connector is charged, no USB. The handle is rotatable, but its fixation mechanism is frankly weak. A gearbox with a ratchet of the torque limiter, even according to the spare parts catalog, is a separate unit, so that the “finished” gears cannot be separately purchased, and the repair will cost you money comparable to the screwdriver in the blister assembly itself. The battery here is also not the best, but since it is standard size 18650 here, it is not difficult to replace it with a better and more capacious one.

In general, this tool is from the “give for a holiday” or “occasionally use” series. As an option, sometimes twist the screws-screws "Interskol" is quite suitable, but for frequent use, especially under relatively large loads, you should choose a screwdriver more seriously.

The AEG cordless screwdriver beats Mackita in price, but loses in ergonomics: to be honest, the rotary knob of circular cross section is not very impressive with comfort in both positions. In addition, the battery here at the same declared capacity sits faster, although the maximum torque of the AEG is less than one and a half newton meters. True, the batteries are not a particularly big problem - the usual high-current 18650 hides inside the plastic case, so repairing the failed and refilling the original battery with an increased capacity is not difficult if you have basic skills.

The most unpleasant thing in this screwdriver that immediately caused concern was its handle, it squeaks under load and has a noticeable backlash. This greatly spoils the overall impression, and it is scary to make a big effort to it. The result is a paradox: there seems to be a two-speed screwdriver with a weighty gearbox and not the smallest torque, but it is better to use it for work easier - and not then take the same Bosch IXO 5?

An inexpensive rechargeable screwdriver promises a good torque of 10 newton meters (at first speed, at second - 5 N * m), assembled in a pistol version without the possibility of turning or folding the handle - well, using the example of twice more expensive AEG, we have already seen that the transformable layout does not always go to the tool plus. But, of course, the performance of the “Bison” frankly amateur, even tangible spindle play immediately hints that this tool is a budget, “caddy” class.

The main miscalculation of designers is the use of a non-replaceable battery assembly by 7.2 V. It’s necessary to charge the screwdriver itself instead of quickly replacing the dead battery. Another moment frank "amateur", alas.