The Nugget
- Different brands of ratcheting screwdrivers were tested for efficiency, build quality, magnet strength, and more to determine the best one. The overall best screwdriver was the LTT screwdriver, surpassing other top brands like PB Swiss and MegaPro.
Make it stick
- 🔧 The ratcheting mechanism is crucial for efficiency
- 🔩 The magnet strength impacts usability
- 🪛 Build quality can vary greatly among brands
- 🔨 Back drag can affect the ease of use
Key insights
Efficiency and Mobility
- Black and Decker needed 14.7 back and forth swings to complete one circle.
- Milwaukee edged out other brands at 10 passes, with efficient hand mobility.
Build Quality
- PB Swiss had the highest average ranking at 3.3.
- LTT and MegaPro performed well, showcasing good build quality.
Magnet Strength
- Williams had a strong magnet that could lift up to 68.89 grams.
- LTT featured a dedicated magnet and was able to lift over 300 grams.
Back Drag
- The LTT screwdriver had low back drag at only 9.1 grams, ensuring efficiency.
- Irwin had the most back drag among brands, impacting usability.
Failure Load Test
- Black and Decker's bit broke at 96 inch pounds.
- PB Swiss broke at 144 inch pounds, showcasing superior strength.
Tear Down Insights
- LTT and MegaPro had differences in ratcheting mechanism housing design.
- PB Swiss, despite having the strongest magnet, showed minor damage during tear down.
Key quotes
- "At a price of 90 dollars, is this Linus Tech Tips screwdriver the best?"
- "The ratcheting mechanism on the LTT screwdriver seems to have less back drag."
- "PB Swiss came out on top with the highest average ranking of 3.3."
- "LTT barely edges out the MegaPro at 9.3 passes to move into the lead."
- "All the videos in this channel, including this one, are viewer-suggested."
This summary contains AI-generated information and may have important inaccuracies or omissions.