Imagine being able to assemble flat-pack furniture with less effort and in a fraction of the time than it would take with a manual screwdriver. Well, electric screwdrivers help you do just that. They’re an affordable tool that people of all ages can use and won’t take up much space in your toolbox.
We’ve picked some of the best electric screwdrivers that you can buy for under £50. They come with some brilliant features that will make you wonder how you ever managed without one.
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How We Chose the Best Electric Screwdrivers
All the cordless screwdriver on our list had to meet the following criteria:
- Cost under £50.
- Feature forward and reverse screwdriving.
- Must be rechargeable and use lithium-ion technology.
- Must have a 1/4″ hexagonal (hex) chuck for standard screwdriver bits.
Electric Screwdrivers Featured
Top Pick | ||||
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BLACK+DECKER CS3653LC | WORX WX240 | Ryobi ERGO-A2 | Bosch PSR Select | Bosch IXO 6th Gen |
£34.26 | £39.99 | £44.99 | £45.00 | £46.18 |
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BLACK+DECKER CS3653LC 3.6V Lithium-ion Screwdriver
- Two position handle
- 5 screwdriver bits
- LED work light
- Battery level indicator
- Forward and reverse operation
- No torque/speed adjustment
- No case for screwdriver
Includes
The second BLACK+DECKER screwdriver that we have is the CS3653LC. It’s also the most powerful electric screwdriver on the list, delivering an impressive 6 Nm of torque. However, the CS3653LC isn’t just about power, it’s flexible too. You can switch the two-position handle from a pistol to an inline position to help you get into tight spaces. In terms of features, the CS3653LC has a battery indicator, a LED work light, and the lithium-ion battery only takes 2.5 hours to charge using the USB charger.
To sum up, the BLACK+DECKER CS3653LC is a powerful screwdriver with an adjustable handle that many DIYers will find very useful.
Check availability + priceWORX WX240 3.6V (4V MAX) Screwdriver Pen
- 3 torque settings
- 24 colour-coded screwdriver bits
- 50 mm impact bit PH2
- LED work light
- Battery level indicator
- Forward and reverse operation
- Fast charge time
Includes
It may resemble an electric toothbrush, but the Worx WX240’s inline design makes it portable enough to carry in your pocket. Despite its compact size, the WX240 packs plenty of power (2.5 – 5 Nm of torque) and several practical features. There are 3 levels of torque adjustment to give you more control, a reverse function and a LED work light. The battery indicator tells you when power is running low, and charging an empty battery takes just 1.5 hours using the USB-C charging cable.
The WX240 comes with a stylish plastic case that also houses 24 colour-coded screwdriver bits and a 50 mm impact bit for Philips head screws. The Worx WX240 is one of the best inline screwdrivers you can buy. It’s well designed and comes with a well-thought-out selection of features and accessories.
Check availability + priceRyobi ERGO-A2 4V Cordless Screwdriver Kit
- Right angle head attachment
- Offset head attachment
- 10 screwdriver bits
- Micro-USB charging cable + mains adaptor
- Zipper case
- Torque control optional extra
- No battery level indicator
Includes
The ERGO-A2 is a compact and powerful cordless screwdriver from Ryobi. The screwdriver produces 5 Nm of torque, which makes it the third most powerful on our list. Like the Bosch IXO, which makes an appearance later on, the ERGO-A2 features an interchangeable head system that extends its functionality considerably. Apart from the standard hex chuck, it comes with a right angle and an offset head attachment for getting at screws in awkward places. The ERGO Clutch Adaptor is the only other attachment available at present. It costs around £15 and allows you to adjust the ERGO-A2’s torque and speed when screwdriving. The other features worth mentioning include the bright LED work light and soft grip handle for comfortable use over long periods of time.
Charging the ERGO-A2 takes up to 3 hours using the micro-USB charger and cable that’s included. Also included are 10 screwdriver bits and a zipper case to hold everything together. Considering the price and everything you get for it, the Ryobi ERGO-A2 is very good value for money. It’s a well designed and powerful screwdriver. However, if you want the ability to adjust the torque, you’ll have to buy another attachment which will push its price well over the £50 level.
Check availability + priceBosch PSR Select Cordless Screwdriver
- Integrated bit cylinder with Bosch EasySelect
- 12 screwdriver bits
- LED work light
- Battery level indicator
- Rotation indicator
- Forward and reverse operation
- No torque/speed adjustment
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The Bosch PSR Select features the innovative EasySelect system that makes changing screwdriver bits quick and less fiddly. A rotating cylinder at the front holds 12 common screwdriver bits that you can choose from, and it’s just a case of cycling to the one you want to use and pushing it out with the red slider on top.
The PSR Select has a LED work light, a battery level indicator, and rotation direction indicators. So, if you love lights and indicators, you’ll love this screwdriver. The Bosch PSR Select is a cleverly designed screwdriver that’s easy to use and will make some DIY tasks much less of a chore.
Check availability + priceBosch IXO 6th Generation Electric Screwdriver
- Variable speed control
- 10 screwdriver bits
- LED work light
- Battery level indicator
- 8 adapters available
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The final cordless screwdriver to make it onto our list is the Bosch IXO. According to Bosch, the IXO has sold over 18 million units since its launch 15 years ago, which is an incredible amount. Why has it been so popular? Well, apart from being an excellent screwdriver, the IXO has a range of adapters that turn it into a drill, a corkscrew and even a spice mill! You can read more about them here.
Another exciting feature of the latest IXO is the introduction of variable speed control. This gives the user a new level of control and helps to reduce the risk of damaging screws and surfaces. In short, the IXO is stylish, practical, and much more than your average screwdriver.
Check availability + priceElectric Screwdriver Comparison Table
Top Pick | |||||
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BLACK+DECKER CS3653LC | WORX WX240 | Ryobi ERGO-A2 | Bosch PSR Select | Bosch IXO 6th Gen |
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Rating | |||||
Max Torque | 6 Nm | 5 Nm | 5 Nm | 4.5 Nm | 4.5 Nm |
Max Speed | 190 rpm | 300 rpm | 200 rpm | 210 rpm | 215 rpm |
Torque Settings | 3 | ||||
Adjustable Handle | |||||
Work Light | |||||
Battery Indicator | |||||
Case | |||||
Charger Type | Micro-USB | USB-C | Micro-USB | Micro-USB | Micro-USB |
Charge Time | 2.5 hrs | 1.5 hrs | 3 hrs | 4 hrs | 3 hrs |
Weight | 0.37 Kg | 0.67 Kg | 0.4 Kg | 0.5 Kg | 0.34 Kg |
Price | £34.26 | £39.99 | £44.99 | £45.00 | £46.18 |
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Updates
- 05/06/21 – Ryobi ERGO-A2 4V Cordless Screwdriver Kit added.
- 05/06/21 – WORX WX240 3.6V (4V MAX) Screwdriver Pen image and description update.
- 04/06/21 – TACKLIFE SDP51DC Electric Screwdriver, Jellas YS01 3.6V Li-ion Cordless Screwdriver, TACKLIFE SDH13DC Electric Screwdriver 3.6V, BLACK+DECKER CS36BSC 3.6V Lithium-ion Roto-Bit Cordless Screwdriver no longer available.
No Longer Available
These products are no longer available on Amazon. If they come back, we’ll re-add them to the list.
TACKLIFE SDP51DC Electric Screwdriver
- Angle adaptor
- 30 screwdriver bits
- LED work light
- Battery level indicator
- Forward and reverse operation
- No torque/speed adjustment
- No case for screwdriver
Includes
The TACKLIFE SDP51DC is the cheapest electric screwdriver on the list. It comes with 30 screwdriver bits, a 2.5 mm drill bit and an angle adaptor for accessing screws in awkward places.
Despite the budget price, the SDP51DC packs in plenty of useful features. The LED light at the front is handy for illuminating your work area. On top, there’s a three-colour battery indicator and a heavy-duty forward and reverse switch. The TACKLIFE comes with a USB charging cable that you can connect to various USB ports to recharge it.
If you’re looking for value for money, the TACKLIFE SDP51DC is a good choice. It’s well built and easy to use. The angle adaptor is handy for those difficult to reach screws and the drill bit is good for drilling small holes in wood and plasterboard.
BLACK+DECKER CS36BSC 3.6V Lithium-ion Roto-Bit Cordless Screwdriver
- Onboard screwdriver bit holder
- 8 screwdriver bits
- LED work light
- Forward and reverse operation
- No torque/speed adjustment
- Slow charge time
- No battery level indicator
- No case for screwdriver
Includes
The first BLACK+DECKER electric screwdriver to make it onto the list is the CS36BSC Roto-Bit. The name Roto-Bit refers to the rotating bit holder at the back of the tool. This holds eight of the most common screwdrivers bits for DIY tasks such as assembling flat-pack furniture and hanging shelves. At the front, there’s a LED light to illuminate your work area, while on top there’s a magnetic screw holder.
The BLACK+DECKER Roto-Bit is one of the most powerful electric screwdrivers in the group. It generates 5.5 Nm of torque, which is 30% more than the TACKLIFE before it on the list. However, there’s no torque control or battery indicator, and charging the battery takes a whopping 10 hours! Despite all this, the BLACK+DECKER Roto-Bit is a solid piece of kit that is handy to have around the home.
Check availability + priceDraper 83568 Storm Force Cordless Li-ion Screwdriver Kit
- 11 torque settings
- 54 screwdriver bits
- Two position handle
- LED work light
- Battery level indicator
- Forward and reverse operation
Includes
If you thought the TACKLIFE came with a generous selection of screwdriver bits, then you haven’t seen the Draper 83568 Storm Force yet. The Storm Force comes with an incredible 54 screwdriver bits that are stored neatly in a plastic case. The case also holds a charger that can recharge the Storm Force’s battery from empty in about 5 hours.
Two key features of the Storm Force are the 11 torque settings which allow you to adjust the power and speed of the screwdriver to your task and the two-position handle. The default is the pistol grip position, and with a simple twist of the handle, you can switch it to an inline position that’s better for narrow spaces. The Storm Force also has a LED work light and a battery level indicator, so you know how much charge it has left.
At under £30, the Draper is excellent value for money. It may lack the power of most of the other screwdrivers, but it’s well designed and has the features and accessories most people will need.
Jellas YS01 3.6V Li-ion Cordless Screwdriver
- 10 + 1 torque settings
- 39 screwdriver bits
- Two position handle
- Front and rear LED work lights
- Battery level indicator
- Forward and reverse operation
- No case for screwdriver
Includes
Next up we have the Jellas YS01. This cordless screwdriver has an impressive amount to offer for the price. It has 10 torque settings so you can control how much power is used to drive in screws. The rotatable handle lets you work more conveniently in narrow spaces and from awkward angles. Also, there are two LED lights: one at the front to light up your work area and another at the base that you can use as a torch.
The Jellas comes with 39 screwdriver bits. The most commonly used are held in a rubber holder for easy carrying, while the other 30 are housed in a plastic case. Charging the Jellas takes up to three hours using the supplied USB cable.
To sum up, the Jellas YS01 is excellent value for money. It has all the features and accessories you need from an electric screwdriver. Jellas isn’t a brand that many people will have heard of, but that shouldn’t put you off.
TACKLIFE SDH13DC Electric Screwdriver 3.6V
- 6 torque settings
- 31 screwdriver bits
- Three position handle
- Front and rear LED work lights
- Forward and reverse operation
- No battery level indicator
- No case for screwdriver
Includes
The next screwdriver on our list is from TACKLIFE again. The TACKLIFE SDH13DC differs greatly from the SDP51DC that you saw earlier. Although both screwdrivers offer the same amount of power and charge up in the same way, that’s where the similarities end.
The SDH13DC has a nifty three-position handle for extra flexibility and six torque settings you can choose from. There are also two lights, one at the front to light up your work area and one at the base of the handle that works as a torch. The only thing missing that we would have liked is a battery indicator like the one on the SDH13DC.
Overall, the TACKLIFE SDH13DC will make a handy addition to your toolbox. It’s one of the most flexible screwdrivers on the list and comes with all the screwdriver bits that most people will need.