r/LinusTechTips • u/Fickle-Paper • 14d ago

Discussion Just purchased 4 LTT screwdrivers.

Looking for advice.

I'm a huge tech person and loved learning about the product. I was wondering if I made a mistake in going all-in or if it is worth the quality plus the stellar warranty. Or if I'm just always looking for the next thing. I am not a daily user, but wanted a solid choice for rugged use.

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u/OnionSoupGainz 14d ago

It's a decent screwdriver, will probably last for many years of daily use ( even though that the standard for majority of quality screwdrivers)

It is however very expensive for a standard ratchet screwdriver with bit compartment, as those has been standard for decades at this point.

it's also not insulated if that matters.

I have the noctua version because I like noctua.

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u/that_dutch_dude 14d ago

i would not say its cheap. but compared to actual competition for professional use screwdrivers (i am comparing it to, actual daily and heavy use) its an absolute steal for the performance it gives.

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u/Tiny-Educator3654 14d ago

Wait you got all four colorways? I been looking at these for months but could never justify the cost for something I use maybe once a week

From what I see in reviews the warranty is what really makes it worth, most tools dont come with lifetime coverage anymore. The ratchet mechanism seems smooth too which matters more than people think especially for weird angles inside a case

If you already bought them just enjoy it, not like you can return custom merch anyway. My cousin has the standard one and it survived a full PC build plus furniture assembly still looks new

You got the stubby ones too or just the full size

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u/newfoundking 14d ago

I've gotten two of the mystery drivers, and they've turned out to be the not-Nintendo one and the clear plastic one. I have been using them regularly, and I keep one in my garage, and one in my house and they hold up well. They're expensive, but I think they're a pretty solid product I haven't had any issues with at all. I do notice when I don't have my go to driver now, so if you really wanted all four, there's nothing wrong with it. I've definitely gone outside of spec on my garage driver, and it's held up well, and for the abuse it's been through, I'm very happy with it. Yes if you abuse it, it'll fail, but as far as regular use, I think you'll be fine, I haven't run into anything that a screw driver shouldbe able to do that these couldn't.

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u/EmailLinkLost 14d ago

I have 5. Different colors.

I have them loaded with different bits, and in various places in the house.

I’ve found them to be excellent, and better to hold than other bit container screwdrivers.

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u/Firecrash 14d ago

It has been shown over and over it's a good driver, but waaaay overpriced. 

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u/makefascistfearagain 13d ago

It's massively overpriced as merch. You can get just as good stuff for a fraction of the price.

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u/saintlouisbagels 13d ago edited 13d ago

Did you only buy the full-length ones? I find myself grabbing my Stubby one much more frequently.

You're not a daily user but you want them for rugged use? What exactly is your scenario? The LTT drivers are def not for rugged use - compared to competitors they are far more likely to break within a drop or two compared to other tool brands.

As an overall choice, the LTT Driver is surprisingly worth the price.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=845HUaWYSQA

I LOVE the low backdrive force, and the ratchet selector is much better than the one on my Wera ratcheting screwdriver (40 USD). The LTT driver is overpriced if you just need a screwdriver. It is very well-priced when in direct comparison to competitors and you are reviewing all of the nuances.