8 cheapest and most reliable screwdrivers

Ratings of the best repair products

Review of the best according to the editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective and does not constitute advertising and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

Battery-powered screwdrivers are one of the most common types of power tools along with drills and grinders. For small repair and installation work, you can do with an ordinary screwdriver, but already in a medium-scale repair, the number of self-tapping screws (for example, when installing drywall) is in the hundreds, and you cannot do without a screwdriver. The market, as expected, abounds in a variety of models, but today's rating is dedicated to a separate segment – the best screwdrivers from the cheapest category.

All of the above 8 models are made in the form factor of a hammer drill with a screwdriver function, equipped with a quick-release chuck, and powered by a removable battery.

Rating of the cheapest screwdrivers

Nomination a place Name of product price
Rating of the cheapest screwdrivers 1 MILITARY CD10.8Li RUB 2,228
2 Edon CF-1202 RUB 2,222
3 Hammer ACD122 RUB 2,499
4 ZUBR DShL-121 2 300 rub.
5 VORTEX DA-12-1 RUB 1,760
6 Bort BAB-10.8-P 1 370 rub.
7 Kolner KCD 10.8L 1 290 rub.
8 CALIBER DA-18/1 770 RUB

MILITARY CD10.8Li

Rating: 4.9

MILITARY CD10.8Li

Let's start our review with a MILITARY brand screwdriver. This is a Chinese-made tool that has won the trust and respect of users in the CIS countries for decent quality, convenience and reliability at an affordable price.

The device is made in a very expressive design in a case made of high-quality bright red plastic. Net weight – 1.1 kg. Chuck diameter – 10 mm.

It is the highest performing model in the review in terms of maximum idle speed of 1350 rpm. The maximum torque developed by the engine is 25 Nm. Supports two operating speeds with electronic speed control. Built-in motor forced brake function. For the convenience of long-term operation, the start button can be fixed. A useful device is a spotlight lamp.

When used as a drill, you should take into account the drilling diameter restrictions – 10 mm for metal and 15 mm for wood.

The screwdriver is powered by a lithium-ion battery with a capacity of 1.5 Ah. Operating voltage – 10.8 V. Time required for a full charge – 3 hours. For charging, a standard charger is used, which is included in the delivery set.

Basically, this screwdriver is recommended for household needs from time to time. For serious repairs or daily use, it is worth looking at a more productive and powerful model.

Advantages

  • ease of use (grip, rubberized handle);
  • precise alignment;
  • 'bonuses' in the form of lights, brakes, etc .;
  • nice design.

disadvantages

  • separate remarks about insufficient motor power.

Edon CF-1202

Rating: 4.8

Edon CF-1202

The rating is continued by another solid 'Chinese' of the Edon trademark. The tool is similar in many respects to the previous model, but there are also important differences that we will describe.

This screwdriver is 200 grams lighter than the previous one – 0.9 kg. The screwdriver is made in a durable plastic case with black and red shades in the design. Chuck diameter – 10 mm.

In terms of performance, the screwdriver is almost as good as the above-described model: torque – up to 30 Nm; idle speed – up to 1300 per minute. There are two operating speeds with electronic frequency control, reverse, backlight, battery overload protection. The power button can be locked for effortless continuous operation.

A noticeable advantage of this screwdriver is the presence in the delivery set of two whole lithium-ion batteries with a capacity of 1.5 Ah each. Combined with a pulse charger, the full charge time is reduced to 1 hour. Working voltage – 12 V.

In addition to the additional battery, the delivery set also includes a compact case for easy transportation.

Advantages

  • two batteries and a case included;
  • light weight;
  • strong build;
  • fast charging;
  • ergonomics.

disadvantages

  • there are complaints about runout when drilling.

Hammer ACD122

Rating: 4.7

Hammer ACD122

The third item in our ranking is a screwdriver developed by engineers of the famous German company Hammer Werkzeug GmbH. The model is practically in no way inferior to the two solutions described above, in some ways it surpasses them and has some interesting additional functions.

This model is heavier than the previous two – 1.3 kg, mainly due to the size and weight of the battery. The instrument is made in the same 'pistol-like' form factor in a case made of durable plastic in dark green color and an interesting design in the 'high-tech' style. Chuck diameter – 10 mm.

Supports two operating speeds with electronic speed control and simple switch to reverse. The idle speed limit is 1200 per minute. The torque is up to 15 Nm. When used as a drill, the maximum drilling diameter for metal is 5 mm, for wood – 15 mm.

The screwdriver is powered by a nickel-cadmium battery with a capacity of 1.2 Ah. The operating voltage is 12 V. A conventional (non-pulse) charger is used to charge the battery. Full charge time is 3 hours.

Useful gadgets and additional functions: blocking of the start button, a spotlight lamp, a magnetic holder placed on the body, a level mounted in the body.

The standard delivery set includes a screwdriver, two batteries, a case.

Advantages

  • two batteries included;
  • famous German brand;
  • magnetic holder and level built into the body;
  • ergonomics.

disadvantages

  • no automatic shutdown of charger when fully charged.

ZUBR DShL-121

Rating: 4.6

ZUBR DShL-121

Now, within the framework of the rating of the best inexpensive and reliable screwdrivers according to the version, we will pay attention to a sample of products of a domestic brand. Despite the fact that the assembly of the tool is still carried out in China, a 5-year manufacturing guarantee and a network of service centers widely spread throughout the Russian Federation serve as a serious addition to the list of advantages of this model.

The dimensions of the device itself are 292x196x70 mm, packaging – 293 × 195 × 75 mm, net weight – 1 kg, in the package – 1.5 kg. The screwdriver is made in the most popular pistol form factor with a bright, slightly aggressive design in a good sense. Variable chuck diameter – from 0.8 to 10 mm.

At idle, the tool develops a speed of up to 1.3 thousand rpm with a maximum torque of 25 Nm (a good indicator for low speeds). Supports 2 operating speeds with electronic control of the frequency of rotation, a simple switch to reverse and the ability to lock the spindle.

The 2-speed planetary gearbox not only allows screws to be driven with high torque, but also effectively drills at high speeds.

Also provided are the functions of a forced motor brake, electronic overload protection, pulse operation.

When used as a drill, the maximum diameter for metal is 10 mm, for wood – 21 mm. Of the useful additional functions in this model, there is a spot illumination of the workplace and a magnetic socket built into the case for attaching bits.

The operating voltage of this screwdriver is 12 V. The battery is lithium-ion, with a capacity of 1.3 Ah. The impulse charger allows fast charging in just 1 hour.

In addition to the screwdriver itself, the battery and the charger, the delivery set also includes 50 mm bits – PH, PZ.

Advantages

  • fast charging;
  • high-quality customer service;
  • 5 years warranty;
  • convenience;
  • power;
  • reliability;
  • bright design.

disadvantages

  • no pronounced flaws were found.

VORTEX DA-12-1

Rating: 4.6

VORTEX DA-12-1

Our experts have included in the rating one more screwdriver of a domestic brand. For the first time, Vikhr products left the production lines of a motor-building plant in Samara (at that time – Kuibyshev) in 1974. Now production is concentrated in the PRC.

This model is already noticeably and very significantly lags behind any of the previous ones in terms of power and performance. This is expressed primarily in the idle speed indicator – 550 per minute. However, the price of the instrument is significantly lower.

Torque – up to 16 Nm, one operating speed is supported with electronic control of the frequency of rotation (22 steps) and reverse. Variable chuck diameter – from 0.8 to 10 mm. When working with metal in drilling mode, the maximum hole diameter is 8 mm, with wood – 18 mm. The power button is equipped with a lock. A magnetic bit holder is integrated into the housing.

The tool is powered by a 1.5 Ah nickel-cadmium battery with an operating voltage of 12 V.

Advantages

  • holds charge well;
  • ease of use;
  • honest specifications;
  • reliability.

disadvantages

  • the charging base is not quite well thought out.

Bort BAB-10.8-P

Rating: 4.5

Bort BAB-10.8-P

The rating is continued by another “German” of the Chinese assembly. The Bort trademark belongs to the well-known holding SBM Group. Production is established in China on a contract basis.

The tool weighs 1 kg. Made in the same pistol form factor as all the previous ones. The battery is completely housed in the handle without any projections on the bottom. The body is made of strong plastic, predominantly blue, the start button is orange.

As in the previous model, there is one speed mode with electronic control of the frequency of rotation. At idle speed, 550 rotations per minute is reached. Ultimate torque – 18 Nm. There is a reverse and a forced engine brake. When working as a drill, the maximum hole diameter for metal is 8 mm, for wood 20 mm.

The instrument is powered by a 1.3 Ah lithium-ion battery with an operating voltage of 10.8 V. Full charging time is 3 hours (the charger is conventional, not impulse).

Additional functions – blocking the start button, working area illumination lamp.

Advantages

  • compactness and light weight;
  • correct balancing;
  • holds a charge for a long time;
  • sufficient power for household needs.

disadvantages

  • problems with purchasing batteries, but there is no spare battery included.

Kolner KCD 10.8L

Rating: 4.4

Kolner KCD 10.8L

The next model in our ranking creates associations with German brands by its name. But this impression is deceiving, and the KÖLNER brand is actually Russian. The production of power tools is carried out, of course, in China.

Overall dimensions of the package – 21x6x19 cm. Net weight iehegjdthnf is similar to the previous model – only 1 kg. The design is a little more interesting, the colors are more contrasting and expressive – a combination of bright yellow and black. Case material – high quality plastic. The chuck diameter varies from 0.8 to 10 mm.

One high-speed mode is provided with the ability to electronically adjust the revolutions to a maximum of 550 rotations per minute. The torque is up to 16 Nm. There is a reverse and a forced engine brake. When working in drill mode, the maximum hole size for metal is 8 mm, for wood – 16 mm.

The tool is powered by a 1.3 Ah lithium-ion battery with an operating voltage of 10.8 V. The charger is conventional, not impulse. A full charge 'from scratch' takes 2 hours, but many users claim that even one hour is enough for a charge.

For ease of use and safety, the power button is equipped with a lock. A compact LED light and a magnetic bit holder are integrated into the housing.

Advantages

  • lightweight and compact – convenient to work with one hand;
  • smooth speed control;
  • there is a charge indicator;
  • holds a charge long enough;
  • fast charging;
  • nice design.

disadvantages

  • low real power for full operation in drill mode.

CALIBER DA-18/1

Rating: 4.2

CALIBER DA-18/1

And another screwdriver of domestic development and Chinese assembly completes the rating. This brand appeared on the market in 2001, and quickly gained acceptance among consumers due to its low prices and good technical indicators. Actually, this was the deliberate policy of the manufacturer – to minimize the options of dubious necessity in favor of reducing the cost. In our review, this is the most affordable screwdriver.

Here the significantly higher power immediately catches the eye against the background of the three previous models. By using a high-capacity battery, the upper idle speed limit is 1150 rpm with a torque of up to 18 Nm. Chuck diameter – 10 mm. One speed mode is provided. There is a reverse. In drill mode, the maximum hole size for metal is 10 mm, for wood – 30 mm. There is a blocking of the start button.

The screwdriver is made in a laconic design in the form factor of a pistol. A powerful and large battery, along with some other details, significantly adds weight to the product – the net weight is 2.6 kg.

The battery capacity (nickel-cadmium) is 1.2 Ah with an operating voltage of 18 V. The declared time for full charging from a charger of a conventional, non-pulse type is 1 hour.

The scope of delivery of the screwdriver includes a compact transport case.

Advantages

  • record affordable price;
  • reliability;
  • short charging time;
  • Battery capacity;
  • power and performance;
  • case included.

disadvantages

  • great weight.


Attention! This rating is subjective and does not constitute an advertisement and does not serve as a purchase guide. Before buying, you need to consult with a specialist.

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