Rating of the best screwdriver bits in 2020

A modern person can independently make almost any thing, because the tool market is simply overflowing with a wide variety of instruments and devices. However, despite the abundance and vastness of the assortment, in practice it is quite difficult to choose a sensible instrument, well balanced in price and quality.

Such a problem also exists when choosing bits for a screwdriver - often they are of very dubious quality and they cannot be called anything other than garbage (it is worth noting that buying a good screwdriver in the CIS countries is also a problem, but that's another story). The rating of the best bits for a screwdriver in 2020 among the most different types will tell you about the best options and good manufacturers, and will also help you not to make mistakes when choosing and save money.

First level

Of course, for serious construction or a person who uses a tool on a daily basis, it makes no sense to choose inexpensive models from the rating of quality bits - they will quickly become unusable and money will be wasted. But here it is important to understand that buying very expensive models for an ordinary person (whose life activity is not related to repairs, construction or workshops) also looks illogical, because with rare and careful use, even the simplest bits will last a rather long period. It should also be understood that there are simply an unthinkable number of bit manufacturers, however, this review considers only time-tested instances.

DeWalt 1/4 PZ 2 x 25 mm

Price: 28 rubles.

Begins the bit rating from the renowned American manufacturer DeWalt. The company has been successfully developing for a long time, creating the most modern high-tech power tools, not bypassing attention and components for them.

The first thing that catches your eye is the price, because it is almost three times less than that of other rating models (from its lower part). The rest of the bit has a standard set of characteristics that does not differ from most Chinese manufacturers - it is used for unscrewing / tightening bolts and screws such as cross-shaped PZ, length 25 mm (explanation: this format is more practical and modern than the standard, but outdated PH; differences of two types are manifested in notches, so there are more of them on the PZ and they are located at angles, which allows you to work more quickly and accurately; in practice, both formats can be tightened with a regular screwdriver, but in this case the tool will quickly wear out).

According to buyers, DeWalt 1/4 ″ PZ 2 x 25 mm is ideal for the home due to its widespread size and higher quality than its Chinese counterparts.

• Price (there are cheaper options, but they should not be considered if the item of durability and reliability is among the selection criteria);
• Common type;
• Good quality.

• Requires accuracy (a marriage caused by insufficient metal rigidity contributes to the licking of the edges, however, with careful use of the bit, it can last long enough).

Conclusion: the best alternative to Chinese manufacturers - the price and quality are in proportions close to the ideal, and the size allows it to be used for a wide variety of purposes.

Berner 1/4 PZ3x 25 mm

Price: 38 rubles.

The next representative is the brainchild of the famous German company Berner. It cannot be said that they are significantly better than the previous DeWalt, but they still last longer. This model can be used both with hand-held screwdrivers and with screwdrivers for working with cross-head PZ3, size - 25 mm. True, the quality of the material leaves much to be desired, and therefore it is very important to use the appropriate type of bit for a specific bolt, otherwise, even working with a screwdriver, you can quickly "kill" the grooves of the product.

Reviews about Berner are quite contradictory, but from them we can conclude that this model is well suited for simple tasks or for short-term work (assemble a cabinet and forget about the tool for six months). But with active use, and even chasing the speed of execution, you can very quickly turn a bat into a piece of useless metal.

• Price;
• Common type;
• Quality (slightly better than the previous copy).

• Afraid of long-term work under loads.

Conclusion: a good option as a spare or universal home bat - the quality of the metal does not allow it to work without stopping (the fixation accuracy is important), but it fully justifies its price.

Granite S2 PZ2x25 mm

Price: 15 rubles.

This nozzle took the third place thanks to many positive reviews from owners who highlight the sufficiently high quality S2 steel, which provides good strength of the working surfaces. Suitable for both electric and hand tools when tightening / unscrewing screws with cross-head PZ2 slots, length - 25 mm.

• Very low cost;
• Common type;
• High strength steel.

• Rejection (cost played a role, as a result, these bits are often licked off on the working edges).

Conclusion: the main advantage of this model is the price, which allows for regular rotation (while the models without scrap serve no less than the previous models).

Stanley PZ 25 mm / Stanley PH 25 mm

Price: 10 rubles.

Bits of this American brand are made in China, but despite this fact, the company's products are considered quite good in their price segment. As an example, you can take the Stanley PZ 25 mm or Stanley PH 25 mm bits, which differ only in the type of slot, but are quite popular with buyers. They are intended for unscrewing / screwing self-tapping screws, and depending on the type of bit, they fit both cross PZ and PH, size 25 mm.

The owners' reviews are mostly positive, there is an almost complete absence of backlash and slipping (they fit well and are fixed in the caps), as well as a fairly good quality of the material - even after the first serious tests, no signs of wear appear on them.

• Affordable price;
• Common type;
• The quality of the material (the manufacturer promises resistance to normal loads and durability);
• Tight fit (no backlash).

• Durability (despite the firm claims and a longer service life than previous models, Stanley PZ 25mm / Stanley PH 25mm bits are not truly wear resistant).

Conclusion: one of the best solutions in the budget segment - functionality and reliability are fully consistent with the price.

Stanley PH2 50 mm / Stanley PZ2 50 mm

Price: 79 rubles.

These attachments are, in fact, improved versions of the previous models - they use stronger steel, which allows them to be called reinforced. Users liked the company's decision to increase the length of the bit, but the majority were skeptical about statements about the use of really high-quality steel.

The characteristics are as follows: designed to work with cross-type PH2 / PZ2 self-tapping screws (depending on the type), the length is 50 mm. Made in China.

• Strong steel;
• Common type;
• Tight fit.

• Quality (does not correspond to the strength and reliability of the reinforced bit).

Verdict: Quite a popular bit due to its affordable price and good durability, many owners generally tend to classify it as a mid-range bit.

Brand / Model	A type	Dimensions	Price
DeWalt	PZ 2	25 mm	28 rubles
Berner	PZ3	25 mm	38 rubles
Granite S2	PZ2	25 mm	15 rubles
Stanley	PZ / PH	25 mm	30 rubles
Stanley	PH2 / PH2	50 mm	79 rubles

Middle level

Representatives of this price segment are manufactured by eminent brands that have proven themselves in the production of construction equipment. These are some of the most durable and popular models available on the market today. Any of the bits presented below will be an excellent solution for a wide variety of purposes, and if you do not forget the simple rules of proper operation (do not overload or overheat any equipment), they will last for many years.

USH 1/4 ″ PZ1 x 25 mm

Price: 45 rubles.

This German manufacturer is famous for the excellent quality of goods and has in its assortment products from a wide variety of price segments. This model can be presented in a wide variety of types (PZ1, PZ3, PH1, PH3 and others) and is rightfully considered better than any entry-level screwdriver bit (despite the lower price). Of the features, it is worth highlighting the material (here it is high-alloy steel) and unique metal processing technologies (HSC).

Characteristics: suitable for Phillips head screws PZ (or others), stem length 25 mm.

• Great price;
• High quality steel;
• Processing using our own technologies;
• Common type;
• Tight fit.

• There are fakes.

Conclusion: the best solution for those who are going to use a screwdriver regularly and do not want to overpay.

Sparky Professional S2 PZ 2 25 mm

Price: 50 rubles.

This Bulgarian manufacturer of power tools has long conquered its niche in the European markets, and in the CIS countries it is not particularly popular. Although those who use the bits of this brand, all as one, note their quality and durability. True, it is worth remembering that these are medium-level nozzles and they will be rather weak for professional work, but for everyday tasks there is no better solution (they easily cope with surfaces such as wood, metal, drywall, plastic).

Specifications: cross (PZ) bits, length - 25 mm, material - chrome steel.

• Not a bad price;
• Strong steel;
• Common type;
• Tight fit;
• Works on a wide variety of surfaces.

• There is a defect (the bits twist easily when working, like aluminum).

Conclusion: these are very good bits that many Europeans liked, but do not forget that they are not intended for professional work, and therefore it is necessary to correctly calculate the load.

Bosch Extra Hart PH2 / PZ2 25 mm

Price: 55 rubles.

Today Bosch produces a lot of bit models and, in general, all of them are of a fairly high quality, however, the transfer of significant production facilities to China still negatively affected the number of rejects (although prices have also decreased). The features are as follows: thanks to their own metal hardening technology, the nozzles have good strength and wear resistance, it is also worth highlighting the excellent fracture resistance (since the torsion zone is in the center).

Characteristics: for PH2 / PZ2 cross hats, the length is 25 mm.

• Price quality;
• Possibility to purchase a set;
• High strength of metal;
• Kink resistant;
• Common type;
• Tight fit.

• Assortment (today Bosch makes a huge number of a wide variety of bits, which allows fraudsters to sell fakes in whole lots);
• There is a share of factory defects.

Milwaukee Shockwave Impact Duty PZ2 50mm

Price: 58 rubles.

Milwaukee knows a lot about construction tools, and therefore their bits have truly unique technologies.For example, the Shockwave Impact Duty system will allow you to drill and screw screws without any problems, and the Shock Zone technology will increase the service life thanks to a specially developed design and shock absorption system (the bit becomes more elastic as a result of heat treatment). The brand is also demanding on materials, because they use only structural steel, and their forged tips fit perfectly into the screw head.

Characteristics: suitable for cross-head PZ screws and screws, stem size 50 mm.

• Fair price;
• High strength of metal;
• Kink resistant;
• Common type;
• Tight fit.
• A number of proprietary technologies and solutions;
• Durability.

• Rarely, but there are fakes.

Conclusion: very high quality screwdriver bits are ready for almost any task, have a good fit and correct geometry, which allows you to work quickly and effortlessly and not be afraid of licking or breaking the rod

Brand / Model	A type	The size	Price
USH	PZ1	25 mm	45 rubles
Sparky Professional S2	PZ2	25 mm	50 rubles
Bosch Extra Hart	PH2 / PZ2	25 mm	55 rubles
Milwaukee Shockwave Impact Duty	PZ2	50 mm	58 rubles

Professional level

This part of the review has collected the most expensive bit models in 2020 from the best manufacturers. There is no room for compromise - durability, functionality, convenience and versatility do not depend on price, and their characteristics are not underestimated in any indicators to reduce the cost, and therefore they can be used for years (and these are not empty words, many brands have proven that their products are several times more reliable than competitors, and sometimes dozens of times) and are ideal for the most difficult jobs.

Bosch ECO PH2 89 mm

Price: 110 rubles.

The model is made of high quality steel and has excellent indicators of hardness, strength and wear resistance. The edges of the nozzle are not erased during operation and are capable of performing the most difficult tasks. And the long shaft (89 mm) allows you to create good force and work in the most inaccessible places.

Features: PH2 bit, for drilling and driving Phillips screws and screws.

Bosch ECO PH2 89 mm is actively used by professionals, because it is one of the most affordable options in this segment.

• High quality steel;
• Kink resistant;
• Common type;
• Tight fit;
• Durability;
• Strong and durable.

• Price;
• Counterfeits.

Conclusion: the best price offer for those who buy a quality tool for a long time and expect full return from it.

USH Torsion 1/4 ″ PZ1 25 mm

Price: 155 rubles.

This model has a titanium (titanium nitride) coating and diamond sputtering (tungsten-diamond-carbon), which allows it to remain in its original state for a long time. The coating also contributes to improved adhesion between the cap and head and increased wear resistance. And special technologies make this model not only more productive, but also economical (by reducing the repulsive force).

Professionals love this model for its durability and ability to withstand high loads for a long time without deformation of the edges, the safety system against the bit slipping out of the screw and the guarantee of a long service life.

Characteristics: for cross-head PZ screws, the length is 25 mm.

• Long service life guarantee;
• Diamond and titanium spraying;
• Increased strength and wear resistance;
• Safety system from the departure of the bit;
• Productivity and efficiency;
• High quality steel;
• Kink resistant;
• Tight fit;
• Common type.

• High price.

Conclusion: a bit that even when working in difficult conditions under load will remain efficient for years (suitable for any construction work).

Milwaukee Shockwave Impact Duty PH1 90mm

Price: 175 rubles.

The uncontested favorite of this rating is the American-made Milwaukee Shockwave Impact Duty bat.By putting state-of-the-art technology into practice, the company's engineers have succeeded in creating a versatile drilling and screwdriver bit with an incredibly long service life, shock absorption and a perfect fit without play. The material is structural steel, which perfectly resists breakage during fracture work and provides excellent wear resistance.

Characteristics: for PH1 Phillips screws, size 90 mm.

• Very high metal strength;
• Kink resistant;
• Common type;
• Tight fit;
• A number of proprietary technologies and solutions;
• Durability and wear resistance;
• Ability to work under load;
• High quality steel.

• High price.

Conclusion: reviews about this bit are only positive, because its only drawback is the price. But here it is important to decide what is needed more - quality or imaginary savings, and then think about which company is better to buy a nozzle.

Brand / Model	A type	The size	Price
Bosch ECO	PH2	89 mm	110 rubles
USH Torsion	PZ1	25 mm	155 rubles
Milwaukee Shockwave Impact Duty	PH1	90 mm	175 rubles

Summing up

In 2020, you can find quality beats in every category, but it is important to understand that quality does not always really depend on price. To summarize the trio of the best baits, Bosch is the most popular, USH is the most recognized, and Milwaukee is one of the most reliable brands. At the same time, what is important to pay attention to is the seller of a premium quality bit - it is very easy to buy a fake today, and therefore it is better not to pursue a profit of ten rubles. With bits from the budget segment, everything is easier: they are not the subject of scammers' activity, because their quality, like the price, is quite low.