Published On Sep 7, 2022
LTT just released a new ratcheting screwdriver, and it costs $69.99. Is it merch or is it a quality tool that can match other pro tools in its price class?
I bought screwdrivers from PB Swiss, Snap-On, Wera, and more to see which ratcheting screwdriver is the best!
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Screwdrivers tested in this video (along with price + shipping, some links are affiliate links):
- PB Swiss 8510R-100 ($153.50): https://amzn.to/3U0ae3R
- Snap-On SSDMR4B ($95.31): https://shop.snapon.com/product/Stand...
- LTT Screwdriver ($81): https://www.lttstore.com/products/scr... (backordered)
- Wera Kraftform Kompakt 27 ($47.92): https://amzn.to/3RnCPhH
- Williams WRS-1 ($36.47): https://amzn.to/3cOtosH
- Doyle (Harbor Freight) 11-in-1 ($16.37): https://www.harborfreight.com/11-in-1...
- Amazon Basics 12-in-1 ($15.38): https://amzn.to/3esqv18
- Amartisan 18-in-1 ($10.99): https://amzn.to/3D2PMJf
- Stanley 6-in-1 ($9.99, non-ratcheting): https://amzn.to/3RleqJn
- Gamers Nexus Tear-Down Toolkit ($83.98, autographed, non-ratcheting): https://store.gamersnexus.net/product... (actual price much lower if you don't get the autographed version...)
Videos referenced in this video:
- LTT Screwdriver Video - How it was made: • Why our Screwdriver took 3 YEARS
- It's finally here!! - LTT Store Screwdriver livestream: • It's finally here!! - LTT Store Screw...
- Project Farm's Ratcheting Screwdriver Review: • Is Linus Tech Tips Screwdriver Best? ...
- Snap-On Tool Truck Experience: • Snap-On Tool Truck Experience
Here's a link to the 3D printed slop test bit I built: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:550...
Contents:
00:00 - Linus talks a big game
01:24 - The Contenders
05:08 - It's just merch, right?
05:57 - LTT Screwdriver overview
07:20 - Magnets in the Gauss
09:01 - Blade
10:31 - All ratchet, no clank
12:13 - Ratchet ASMR
13:14 - Little bits
14:48 - Bit changes
16:55 - Grip, flip, and slip
18:15 - PC Building
20:13 - Touch wood
23:46 - Voiding the warranty
27:02 - ...with a bowling ball!
28:26 - More than just a tool