Choosing the right 14.4V screwdriver: buying guide

We will talk about 14.4V screwdrivers and describe the pros and cons of this screwdriver. The 14.4V screwdriver is a power tool which allows you to screw and drill in not very hard materials (wood for example). It has the advantage of being small and very handy. The 14.4V drill screwdriver is often cordless which allows it to be used in many situations. The downside of this type of 14.4V screwdriver is its lack of power for heavy-duty jobs. How to choose the right 14.4V screwdriver? Here is our buying guide.

 

For which use should I choose an 14.4V screwdriver?

 

The 14.4V screwdriver is more for amateur handymen. It allows you to easily assemble a piece of furniture in a kit, fix a shelf, hang a frame, install 6-8mm plugs. The screwdriver 14.4 is mostly used for small and irregular DIY jobs. It will be able to drill in maximum diameters of
Which screwdriver drill to choose according to the uses?

 

14.4V screwdriver
Screw / drill in plasterboard YES
Screw in concreteNOT
Screw in woodYES
Drill in wood YES
Drill in tilesNOT
Drill in concrete NOT
Drill in metal YES especially for the professional range

 

The different types of 14.4V screwdrivers

 

The 14.4V screwdriver size is the smallest screwdriver. It allows great maneuverability and ease of use. Its handling is very fast. Its voltage of 14.4V allows for light DIY work. There are several ranges of 14.4 screwdrivers. They will differ in torque and amperage which will define their clamping force and their autonomy. Depending on the brand, the 14.4V screwdriver will be supplied with more accessories and two batteries. The 14.4V drill screwdriver will allow you to screw / drill easily in plasterboard or wood.

 

Which range, which brand and which price for the 14.4V screwdriver?

 

The three ranges will be distinguished above all by their price, their accessories, the lifespan of the batteries and accessories.

Entry level allow you to do the most basic jobs, like screwing in screws to assemble a piece of furniture or drilling to put in wall plugs and fix a shelf. It allows the Sunday handyman to carry out his small jobs without worries. The average price is between 40 and 80 €.

The best value for money responds to DIY enthusiasts a little more regular and for a little more intensive work. The mid-range 14.4V screwdriver will have greater clamping force and greater autonomy. The drill screwdriver can screw and drill in wood, plasterboard and sometimes concrete depending on the drill. It will even allow the installation of a terrace. The price varies between 80 and 180 €.

The professional range is for very regular or intensive use. The professional drill screwdriver will screw / drill in wood, plasterboard but also concrete or steel. The price range will be between € 180 and € 300.

 

The best brands of 14.4V cordless screwdrivers

 

The best-known brands in power tools including 14.4V screwdrivers are Bosch, Black and Decker, Ryobi or even Makita.

If you are interested in 14.4V screwdrivers, we offer you an article with the 5 best 14.4V screwdrivers.

 

What are the criteria for choosing the right 14.4V screwdriver?

 

We quickly resume the criteria already described on our buying guide for screwdrivers in general, if you are interested in further details please read it.

Diet

For small DIY work we recommend cordless, which will allow you to work in places far from an electrical outlet.

 

Battery and autonomy

 

We recommend the use of LI-Ion battery technology which has a longer lifespan due to its virtual absence of memory effect. See if you can buy a screwdriver that comes with two batteries that will keep you working longer.
Prefer a battery with charge indicator so as not to be surprised during your screwing or drilling work.
Amperage (Ah) describes the runtime after a full charge. .

 

Le couple

The tightening torque expressed in Newton (Nm) will indicate the tightening force. For 14.4V screwdrivers, it varies between 25 for the entry level and 135 Nm for professionals. We recommend that you use at least a torque of 40 Nm for classic DIY work.

 

Speed

The 14.4V screwdriver often has a trigger button that sets a few different speeds for screwing or drilling.

 

The weight of the screwdriver

For common DIY jobs, prefer a low weight in order to handle the screwdriver more easily.

 

Handles

There are some models with a second handle. But since the 14.4V drill screwdriver is light in weight, this handle is not essential.

The type of chuck


Consider looking at the type of chuck that comes with the drill driver. The easier the chuck is to tighten, for example the automatic chuck, the easier it will be to change the bit or bit. The chuck can be changed by yourself without difficulty.

 

Lighting

A small light integrated into the screwdriver will sometimes be supplied with the screwdriver.

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