Product Description Forty-percent lighter and 33-percent more productive than other ultra-compact drill/drivers, the Pocket Driver is small enough to fit into a tool belt pouch and lightweight and powerful enough to accomplish a majority of professional drill/driving tasks all day without fatigue. For carpenters, remodelers, electricians, woodworkers and more, the Pocket Driver is an invaluable complement to larger and heavier cordless drill/drivers. The 10.8-volt Pocket Driver measures only 6 by 6.5-inches, nearly half the size of stick drivers and other ultra-compact drill/drivers. Under 2 pounds (with battery), the Pocket Driver is also 40% lighter and comfortably fits into a tool belt pouch or back pocket, unlike the competition. The Pocket Driver can drive 100 3-inch screws per charge and drill holes up to 1/2-inch in diameter, more than enough to keep most professionals productive through the day. The variable speed trigger controls 0-400 rpm and over 80-inch/lbs. of torque. A 10+1 clutch system, similar to those of standard drill/drivers, offers 10 drive and one "Max" drill setting for better control. The tool's Clic-Change bit holder makes 1/4-inch hex shank bits changes quick and easy. And an LED light enhances visibility in dim working conditions, while a soft-grip handle makes the tool more comfortable for all day use. Litheon 10.8-volt tools, such as the Pocket Driver, were not possible before lithium-ion technology. In addition to larger more powerful 36-volt tools, Bosch recognized the opportunity to extend the inherent benefits of the new battery technology to innovate the lower end of the voltage spectrum with a never before seen ultra-compact, lightweight and powerful design. The Ultra-Compact Bosch PS20 LITHEON 10.8-volt Pocket Driver comes complete with two batteries, 30-minute charger, soft carrying case and two bits.
Amazon.com Review This driver would look more at home on a Fisher-Price workbench than anywhere else, but its looks are completely deceiving. It's tiny, it's light as a feather (less than 2 pounds including the battery!), but we promise, it packs power you won't believe.
Bosch fuels it with "litheon," which the company calls "the industry's most advanced lithium-ion battery technology." We can attest that there's absolutely no lag in power even when the battery's about to hit empty, and the run time is very impressive, driving literally hundreds of screws before needing a quick charge.
It's rare that we come across a tool that would suit everyone, right across the board, but this is definitely one. Carpenters, remodelers, cabinet makers, builders, hobbyists, homeowners, crafters, RVers, weekend warriors and, dare we say, your mom, will come to find this little driver indispensable.--Kris Jensen-Van Heste
What's in the Box
PS20 Litheon 10.8-volt Pocket Driver, two batteries, 30-minute charger, soft carrying case, two bits
perfectMarch 29, 2008 if your looking for buying a drill/driver, your search is done. this thing has all the power you could need, with a variable trigger, and a led. i have owned it a month or two now, and it is just great. i am a tv repair man, and i use this all day, everyday. the batteries charge in no time, and last very long. i can take ~500 screws out and still have a decent charge. i love the led, because when i'm inside the tv, i can use that led to read color codes off resistors, device numbers, etc. bottom line. BUY THIS you will never need another drill/driver.
awesome driverMarch 28, 2008 This is perhaps the best driver on the market. I have owned mine for 6 months now and am completely satisfied.
A reminder to prospective buyers: This is not a drill! It does not claim to be a drill. Though I have use mine to drill when the proper tool was not immediately available (and It performed better than I expected) this is meant to perform the same tasks one would use a traditional screwdriver for.
The charge time is fast and performs a good deal of work per charge, the light is handy,the clutch and electric brake work admirably, the tool is durable (it has suffered several falls in my clumsy hands with no ill effect), it is light weight and ergonomic and thus quite comfortable to use and comes with a very nice soft case.
I feel i should come up with at least one con so I wish it had a spare bit holder.
Packs a punchMarch 25, 2008 This thing has good power in a small package. It's nice and light, and it fits into small spaces. My only negative, which is a small gripe, is that the bit removal seems to be counter-intuitive compared with similar tools I've used. Instead of pulling the release towards the trigger, you pull away from it. Maybe I'm just used to my old DeWalt. Still an excellent product though. I'd buy it again.
It's a 10.8 volt guysMarch 11, 2008 I have read some of the reviews on this tool saying it lacks power etc. I first heard about this drill in a trade magazine that gave it a solid review. Looking at some of these Amazon reviews you would think this drill was a hunk of junk. Not true. I am a home builder/remodeler 15 years. I figured I would give it a shot despite the negative reviews. In my opinion it does exactly what a 10.8 volt drill should do. Nothing more, nothing less. The battery lasts long and the drill fits in a large pocket perfect. The 30 min. charger is compact and fast.
Don't think to much about it..March 4, 2008 A lot of reviews here, all good. Just buy one you will not be disappointed. The biggest asset of this product is, the ability to get into tight spaces and do so with one hand as a result of the balance of the driver and for this little guy...the power is awesome.....you will NOT be disappointed...