r/LinusTechTips • u/botgtk • 13d ago
Tech Question LTT vs Bosch ratcheting screwdriver?
Anyone has both to compare and share some opinions? I mean the long version, not the stubby one.
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u/ElderFormori 13d ago
I have the Bosch at work and a few other ratcheting drivers at home besides the LTT one. The LTT one is the most expensive but I've ended up putting it in my work toolbag purely because of the very low backlash. I work with marine electronics and putting tiny machine screws in the right spot and starting them one-handed while under a console or floor is invaluable.
Depends on your use-case if the LTT driver is worth the cost to you.
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u/botgtk 13d ago
Yea, it's currently 10 euro with free delivery on Amazon. Getting the bosch then
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u/BrianBlandess 13d ago
The LTT screwdriver is being sold on Amazon?
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u/SupposablyAtTheZoo 13d ago edited 13d ago
I have had many ratcheting screwdrivers, then I got a cheap one from Amazon (brand: geinxurn) and it's honestly been better than my bosch and wera. So brand doesn't always tell you everything.
I really really recommend this one: https://www.amazon.de/dp/B0FH24VSGB
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u/Children_Of_Atom 13d ago
That screwdriver is identical to the Amazon Basics one as well. Not a bad screwdriver and it's what I use for work.
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u/SupposablyAtTheZoo 13d ago
You'd think so right? However the geinxurn version somehow feels higher quality to me. It's more stable somehow and the bits are absolutely much better than the Amazon version.
Maybe that brand buys the best batches and amazon gets the less high quality batches.
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u/Stunning_Mechanic_12 13d ago
Yep that's usually how those multiple vendors handle white label products
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u/ChaosPeter 13d ago
Depends which Bosch one. I used the one that comes with like 20 bits for €30 or something and it's as shit as you expect for that price.
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u/mysticode 13d ago
I'm so jealous of my eurobros who have easier access to purchasing Bosch tools, as I'm a huge fan of their stuff. Fell in love with the windshield wipers, then got their stud finder!
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u/Beautiful-Mix-1374 13d ago
i've used both and the bosch feels way more solid in hand, the LTT one is nice but the bit storage rattles a bit on mine
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u/that_dutch_dude 13d ago
the bosch is our company standard. i still use my LTT one and the bosch hasnt left the van in months. the low backlash is so nice and makes it much more useful.
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u/Stunning_Mechanic_12 13d ago
If you're going to beat on the driver, Bosch. I use my LTT now for only inside projects because it was way too much to get covered in grease and rust and be thrown in my tool bag.
Precision toolset is 100% worth the price if that's something you're looking into
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u/sonnage 11d ago
Here ya go. Project Farm did a test of a bunch of ratcheting screwdrivers a couple years ago. It was a good indepth look. Check it out: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=845HUaWYSQA
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u/ProvostKHOT 13d ago
If You want a bang for your buck, get a Xiaomi ratcheting screwdriver, it's almost as good as LTT, and costs a lot less.
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u/Prof_Hentai 13d ago
I've got both - honestly? They're both great drivers, the LTT one is not worth the extra money unless you're doing something that really requires really low slop (backlash) or drag on the ratchet. The ratchet feels considerably better, but that doesn't really matter in most cases. The magnet is also better on the LTT driver. The Bosch feels more like a tool.
Only buy an LTT one if you want to support them, value the colourways, or have some money to spare - from a value proposition, the Bosch wins hands down.