BLACK+DECKER Cordless Screwdriver, Alkaline (BCF601AA)

This tool is very well made and easy to use. It should last a long time!

This thing doesn't over-torque so you have less risk of stripping things. It is like a home improvement artist designed this thing. It has the best overall fee and utility of any tool I own. It is perfection.When you let off the power button, it functions like a normal screw driver and you can hand tighten things without changing any other settings.The bottom line is if you are a novice at home improvement or want something that won't destroy what you are working on, this is good.No stupid built in rechargeable batteries either. So if it dies I can change the batteries in 2 min vs charging it. Just get enloop rechargeable batteries if you want to be a true environmentalist.It uses standard drill bits. So say you are putting together furniture with allen wrench type screws. Just go to the hardware store and buy allen wrench drill bits and you are good to go.I have a ton of tools, including a lot of screw guns that are much more powerful than this. This is my go to for basic stuff due to the feel it has. If you have a kid in college or an apartment this would be a good start for them to get into power tools.

This was purchased by me to replace my old power screwdriver that used a lithium battery which was nonreplaceable, which is why I chose this screwdriver that used alkaline batteries that are replaceable. However, I was unable to open the cap myself to insert the alkaline batteries, and had to find someone with strong hands to do it for me. This was a nuisance, as I wanted a power screwdriver to be easier to use than a manual screwdriver. The power of the screwdriver was also less than my old power screwdriver with lithium battery, and also less than I expected based on my experience with my old power screwdriver.

One of the top five most useful tools I have ever purchased. Thia thing has save mw so much time and work.

As expected. Liked non lithium battery dedsgn.

easy for women to hold

I have other chargeable drills/screw drivers and was looking for screw drivers with batteries. As a landlord, I rarely need it. So, when I need it sometimes they are discharged. It seems to be pretty much the "only" alkaline battery (not needing to be charged). Build is strong and feels well in the hands.I am giving it 3(*) because,1. I only used it twice during last few days. The batteries that came with they depleted fast.2. Switching direction needs two hands. I am not sure why B&D couldn't make switching easier by one hand. Not a difficult improvement.3. I wish, there could have been a way to store at least one bit.I like the feel of this screw driver. If better quality batteries last longer, I could go for a higher rating.I like the LED lights. If there were a way to switch the lights off when needed, perhaps would have improved the battery life.

I have an older version this is just as good but with a light