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Seems like a bargain, but there are better options. Especially considering the battery problems
First off, a note to those criticizing the top trigger placement - this is standard for many flex screwdrivers, and personally I like the top placement as it lets me press down on things with my palm. This is particularly useful when working on floating objects like electrical outlets or car parts, or when working in tight spaces with it set to the straight grip position.
And now, the negatives. I purchased the LI2000 to install blinds. First problem - it wasn't powerful enough. Even fully charged, I could not use it to drill screws in to studs and had to finish things off with a stanley screwdriver and plenty of elbow grease. Second problem - the well is deep, and doesn't work the usually small hex bits most people have for their screwdrivers. .So plan to either buy some longer bits or an adapter if the included combo one doesn't t work. Third problem - although Black and Decker claims the battery will last 18 months, mine was more like half that. I had not owned the device for more than year then the battery stopped taking a charge and this thing was off to the e-waste bin.
I can't say I totally regret the purchase because it was only $20 and did come in handy when changing out electric outlets. However, I won't be buying another one. If you don't need a flexing / pivoting design, I'd recommend upgrading to a WORX WX254L or Ryobi TEK4 - they're in the $40 - 50 range but include several bits and have a built-in light. If you do need pivoting and like the standard trigger location, check out the Kawasaki 840889 - only $10 more and will do dual-speed plus with a low battery indicator. For something really high end, check out the Hitachi DB3DL2.
September 2014 · Tools and Home Improvement