MegaPro 211R1C36RD 1" 13-In-1 Ratcheting Automotive Driver Bits in Red

Try and grab it for Under £40! I grabbed this for £36 and it's hands-down one of the best ratcheting screwdrivers I’ve ever used. The storage is top draw—you get loads of bits, all solid quality too. The top cap spins just like a precision screwdriver, which is a subtle but brilliant touch. The build feels premium and sturdy, with a smooth ratcheting mechanism that sounds as good as it feels. What really blew me away is the almost non-existent play in the shaft—virtually zero back drag and rock-solid performance. Seriously impressed. Solid 9/10.

This review is for the Automotive-R model. I had used a Stanley ratcheting screwdriver for years and the bit storage on it annoyed the heck out of me. But it was what I had and didn't think otherwise. Then I misplaced it and looked around for a quality screwdriver. Folks recommended the Linus Tech Tips (LTT) screwdriver, but the price and shipping wasn't what I was looking for. Some quick Googling lead me to the Megapro Automotive-R as an alternative. This is an incredible screwdriver-- the 28 tooth ratchet is like butter compared to my old Stanley, the bit storage is a feature so convenient that I won't ever do without again. You can swap out for any standard 1/4" bits if the initial load out aren't bits you use and I've found the magnet quite effective. I haven't had any large drops, so I can't speak to durability, but it feels fairly solid. My only complaint is the screwdriver a little long for tight spaces and there's no shorter handled model from Megapro. Overall, I HIGHLY recommend the Automotive Ratcheting screwdriver from Megapro. I lost it today, I would buy the same one in a second.

Essa chave com catraca da MegaPro modelo Automotive é excelente. A principal vantagem deste modelo em comparação com a versão Megapro Ratchet original deles é que esta é compatível com outros bits de 1/4". Logo, você pode comprar ou utilizar seus outros bits (ponteiras) de 1/4", até mesmo aqueles mais longos com encaixe E6 ("quick change") que normalmente são usados em parafusadeira. O encaixe é com um ímã bem forte, que torna as pontas magnéticas, permitindo sustentar os parafusos com facilidade e pescar aqueles parafusos que caíram em locais apertados. Já havia testado outras chaves com catraca mais baratas de outras marcas e sempre o principal problema delas era que o sistema de catraca em si não era muito bom e só começam a funcionar depois de dar algumas voltas no parafuso para que ele adquirisse "resistência". Já a catraca dessa MegaPro é bem sensível e começa a funcionar logo no começo, mesmo nas primeiras voltas do parafuso, quando o mesmo ainda possui pouca resistência com o buraco. Ao mesmo tempo, ela permite bastante torque, o que é ajudado pelo cabo emborrachado que garante firmeza na pegada. Um ponto negativo desta catraca é no modo desparafusar, pois a catraca até funciona bem no começo, quando o parafuso está bem apertado, mas a medida que você vai desparafusando um pouco a catraca já não funciona tão bem e você precisa girar manualmente para terminar de retirar o parafuso, principalmente parafusos pequenos. Uma dica: outra forma de usar manualmente esse tipo de chave de catraca é segurar o cabo com a palma da mão e girar a parte metálica com os dedos (veja o vídeo). O armazenamento de bits no cabo é ótimo, há uma saliência que facilita a pegada com o dedo para abrir a tampa, e a mesma gira, permitindo escolher e retirar um bit com facilidade das hastes plásticas. Tais hastes parecem ser feitas de um plástico de qualidade, mas fica a dúvida se são duráveis ou se irão quebrar com o tempo. A utilidade da variedade de bits que vem com esta chave vai depender da sua necessidade. De fato, ela tem vários bits úteis para automóveis (Torx), mas também vem com modelos para trabalhos do dia-dia como Philips e Fenda. Mas, talvez você precise complementar sua coleção comprando outros bits. Eu, por exemplo, adquiri um kit de chave de precisão com bits de 5/32" (4mm) que contém um adaptador de 5/32" para 1/4", permitindo que eu utilize essa chave com esses bits menores. Até agora já utilizei essa chave para montar um computador cujo gabinete veio todo desmontado, bem como para consertar 4 cadeiras aqui de casa. E o sistema de catraca agiliza bastante o trabalho, pois você não precisa soltar o cabo enquanto parafusa ou desparafusa. TLDR: Em resumo, estou bastante satisfeito com a compra. A catraca é ótima, as pontas são magnéticas, o armazenamento de bits é conveniente e a chave é compatível com outros bits de 1/4".

Surprised there's no review for this product yet, so I'll jump in. Beware, I type a lot, so hang on if you can. There are many brands out there for ratcheting screwdrivers, including Snap-On, Matco, Crafstman, Wera, Stanley, Dewalt, Kobalt (by Lowe's), Husky (by Home Depot), Bahco, Megapro, etc: 1) Tool junkies and professional tool wielders swear by Snap-On and Matco, but as a more casual DIY'er, I couldn't justify $80-$100 for a screwdriver. 2) Husky, Stanley and some of the Dewalt models didn't have the quality feel or engineering I was seeking (looser shafts and ratchets, weaker magnets), though they're adequate at their price point. 3) The Kobalt double-drive was intriguing, but ultimately I didn't trust the ability of the driver to handle higher torque. 4) I bought the red-handled Craftsman model for $20, and it was very good except for a few issues. The shaft magnet doesn't pick up screws through the bits, the bit storage in the handle is difficult to rotate and use, and the driver felt too heavy in my hand. The ratchet mechanism and selection knob are solid and tight, and the driver body / handle is made of a VERY sturdy plastic - it's a nice deal for $20, but I wanted a stronger magnet and better bit storage. There are several brands in the $25 - $45 price range - Bahco, Wera, Megapro, JH Williams, etc. I haven't used the other brands, but they all have good reviews. I decided on the Megapro for several reasons: 1) The magnetic pickup in the driver is marketed as 'strong', and I can confirm that it does pick up screws through the bit. Yes, I could get a magnetizer to temporarily magnetize shafts, or just dip bit tips in some oil or grease to get the screw to stick on, but why do either if I can get the screw pick-up in the driver itself? 2) Manufacturers usually don't list the tooth count for ratcheting drivers (more common for socket ratchets), but Megapro labels this as a 28-tooth ratcheting mechanism. It's one of the higher tooth counts I've experienced for a driver, and the ratchet feels very smooth and fine. A higher tooth count means you don't need to rotate the driver in reverse as much to get the screw to turn. This is more helpful with socket ratchets, as a higher tooth count means you need less swing clearance to tighten bolts. For drivers, you could argue it saves some wear and tear on your hand. 3) The bit storage rack in the handle is one of the best mechanisms I've seen on a driver. It's held in place magnetically, and has slots for 12 bits. The rack slots fits the bits tightly, though they are plastic, so they may end up wearing / snapping in the long run (however the plastic is reasonably strong / thick). For now though, there's no danger of the bits getting loose when they are snapped in the slots. The slots keep the bits organized, instead of a canister that stores bits loose (loose bits means a noisy handle and you have to dump all bits out to find the right one). The use of the magnet to keep the rack closed is clever - it's strong enough to keep the canister locked into the handle, but weak enough to make it easy to open the canister when necessary. There are also two slight finger grooves on opposite sides of the handle end, right above the cap of the rack, to make it easier to pull out the storage cap. Definitely an example of the attention to detail by Megapro. Side note: the cap of the canister rotates freely, letting you apply blister-free force with your palm while rotating the driver. 4) The bit storage can store 12 bits in the handle - this is more than most brands. 5) The shaft is thinner than some of the other brands. Both of the Wera models have thicker bit holders - one is a rapid adapter that can also be used in power drills, and the other has a thicker holder extension at the end of the shaft. The Bahco model also has a thicker holder at the end. I wanted a thinner shaft (that's what she... didn't... say? sorry couldn't resist :P) so I could fit the driver into tighter spaces. 6) There is another similar Megapro model, 211R2C36RD. However, that model uses non-standard bits - longer double-ended bits with a spring-ball retention mechanism. Ball retention means that driver probably doesn't have magnetic pickup either. I wanted a model that uses standard 1-inch insert bits, so I could expand my bit collection in the future. A minor complaint I have is that the shaft is slightly loose, but that's a tiny nitpick for a product this good. I can't speak for reliability (just got the driver), but from an overall design and presentation perspective, I'm extremely satisfied. The driver handle is sturdy and the ratchet is smooth and fine. The 3-way ratchet selection knob is solid and tight. The whole screwdriver feels lightweight yet solid in my hand, and the ergonomics and grip are excellent too. I feel like I can put torque on this thing and it will hold up. For those of you who wonder about such things, the Megapro drivers are made in the U.S. and Canada, and the bits are made in Taiwan. Megapro offers a limited lifetime warranty (covers manufacturing defects, not normal wear and tear or driver bits). I recommend using Google and YouTube to search for reviews / descriptions of this product - some of the demo videos online were very helpful. For ~$30 - $35, this is a great value for those who want or need the quality engineering exhibited by this product. Bravo, Megapro, bravo.

Leider kam der Schrauber nicht ganz pünktlich, war aber auch mein Fehler, da ich auf eine Mail nicht gleich reagiert hatte. Ist ein praktisches Teil, da Bytes im Griff enthalten sind und er funktioniert wie eine Ratsche, nur als Schraubendreher. Ich habe dieses Teil bei einem Bekannten gesehen und bin der Meinung er ist das Geld wert und da ich ganz viel alleine machen muss, habe ich mir diesen geleistet. Er funktioniert super und vorallem mit weniger Kraftaufwand. Die Bytes fallen auch nicht heraus, da magnetisch und das ziemlich stark.