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Bosch IXO: A New Generation of Electric Screwdriver

Last Updated on 14 February 2022

The Bosch IXO has undergone a surprising transformation with its latest update. We think it’s never looked more stylish, but are the changes purely cosmetic? Read on to find out more.

Bosch IXO 6th Generation in green.
£45.62
  • Variable speed control
  • 8 adapters available
  • Lithium-ion battery
  • 10 screwdriver bits
  • Stylish case
  • 2 year warranty, 3 years when registered
  • Slow battery charger

Includes

Micro USB charger and cable, 10 standard screwdriver bits, storage case

Page Contents

  • More Than Just a Screwdriver
  • The New Look
  • New Features, Big Difference
  • What Does The Bosch IXO come with?
  • Is The Bosch IXO Worth Buying?
  • Updates

More Than Just a Screwdriver

The IXO is much more than an electric screwdriver, and this is the key selling point that sets it apart from the competition. Thanks to a range of practical adapters, you can turn it into a drill, a corkscrew or even a spice mill.

Bosch IXO Easy-Reach Adapter for hard to reach screws.
Bosch IXO Angle Screw Adapter for screwdriving in tight spaces.

There are eight adapters available that cost from £15 – £30 each. They do range in usefulness, mind you. The offset-angle and angle screw adapters (pictured above) are the most useful, while the BBQ blower and corkscrew adapters have a more niche appeal.

Angle Screw Adapter Bosch IXO Angle Screw Adapter. Shop BBQ Blower Adapter Bosch IXO BBQ Blower Adapter. Shop Cutter Adapter Bosch IXO Cutter Adapter. Shop Drill Adapter Bosch IXO Drill Adapter. Shop Offset-Angle Adapter Bosch IXO Offset-Angle Adapter. Shop Spice Mill Adapter Bosch IXO Spice Mill Adapter. Shop Torque Setting Adapter Bosch IXO Torque Setting Adapter. Shop Vino Corkscrew Adapter Bosch IXO Vino Corkscrew Adapter. Shop

The New Look

Bosch IXO 5th and 6th Generation side-by-side comparison.
The evolution of the Bosch IXO. 6th Generation (left) and 5th Generation (right).

We’ve always been fans of the look and feel of the Bosch IXO. The previous version had a more complex design with a large Bosch logo on the side, which was in keeping with the style of Bosch’s other power tools. The new IXO has a simpler look with an understated two-tone colour scheme. It appears more elegant and sophisticated, which will appeal to a wider user base.

New Features, Big Difference

Apart from the new look, the other major upgrade to the IXO is the introduction of variable speed control. Thanks to some clever engineering, you can now adjust the speed of the IXO using the trigger. This new level of control helps to reduce the risk of damaging screws and surfaces, as you can operate the IXO at slower speeds when required.

The battery indicator has also had an upgrade. It comprises three LED lights instead of one, which gives you a better idea of how much power remains. If there’s one area that we wish Bosch had improved is the charging time which still stands at three hours to recharge an empty battery. The table below is a side-by-side comparison of what has changed and what has stayed the same.

Bosch IXO 6th GenBosch IXO 5th Gen
Max No Load Speed215 rpm215 rpm
Max Torque4.5 Nm4.5 Nm
Max Screw Diameter5 mm5 mm
Variable Speed Control
LED Light
Battery Indicator3 LEDSingle Light
Battery TypeLithium-ionLithium-ion
Battery Power3.6 V/1.5 Ah3.6 V/1.5 Ah
Charging Time3 hours3 hours
Charging MethodMicro USBMicro USB
Weight0.3 Kg0.3 Kg

What Does The Bosch IXO come with?

The IXO comes with everything you’ll need to use it. This includes a stylish storage box, 10 screwdriver bits, and a micro USB charger and cable.

Bosch IXO storage case and accessories.
The screwdriver bits cover the most common screw types and sizes.

Is The Bosch IXO Worth Buying?

The IXO costs around £45 in the UK, putting it in the higher price bracket of consumer electric screwdrivers. However, for the price you are paying, you are getting one of the most stylish and well-designed screwdrivers out there. There’s also a variety of adapters that expand the IXO’s capabilities.

Bosch IXO Green

Bosch IXO 6th Generation Green with storage case and accessories.
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Bosch IXO Raspberry Red

Bosch IXO 6th Generation in Raspberry Red with storage case and accessories.
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Bosch IXO 6 Classic

Bosch IXO 6 Classic.
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Updates

  • 28/07/21 – Warranty details added
  • 06/06/21 – Bosch IXO 6 Classic added
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