Is the LTT Screwdriver worth the hype? OK. But there's plenty of room for improvement. Apparently!

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[@cygnusa3772]

The timing of this is priceless.

[@justinemmons4112]

Came here to say the same, haha

[@FearsomeWarrior]

Gotta jump on trending topics. Math checks out.

[@twatmunro]

Linus could learn a lot from Doc on how to run a review channel.

[@MPD90]

@@twatmunro 15m subscribers, I think they're doing something right..

[@svn5994]

@@MPD90 Making clickbait videos with false information sure.

[@PatrikTheDev]

just a note: LTT and MegaPro use the same suppliers but they aren’t coming from the same factory, LTT have their own manufacturing so they aren’t necessarily limited by the choices MegaPro made

[@gottahavitvt]

Was just going to comment on this as well. The licensed the MegaPro ratcheting mech, but most of the SD parts are made in china and I believe assembled in canada. Also not sure where he's getting his LTT pricing, but the LTT is always 69.99 plus shipping. Interesting review, but need to do a little more fact checking on your focus topic. I'm not an LTT SD fan(don't even have one), but do like facts to be checked on reviews like this.

[@alexdrockhound9497]

The injection molding and final assembly is done in Canada. They posted a video of the factory tour once. Was pretty neat.

[@DenyTheZeitgeist]

Megapro also does not use their own factory if that’s the case. Megapro buys the mechanism from Taiwan and builds the rest of the parts in the US and Canada. Which is exactly how LTT is doing it, through Megapro, but with their own twist on the mechanism.

[@Runco990]

The LTT screwdriver is optimized for PC/Electronics work, and I must admit it excels in that aspect. I would not use it to work on cars, for example, and I would not use many other ratcheting screwdrivers on a computer or more delicate electronics. One should keep usage in mind when making a decision on which to buy.

[@lastbesttool]

Great point

[@YungSteambuns]

Why would you use such a bulky screwdriver for anything delicate, and if it's for delicate work why charge almost as much as a snapon What a novelty

[@jarencascino7604]

@@YungSteambunsif you use it frequently then it’s worth paying a premium

[@Just1n2802]

Computers arent delicate or precise like small electronics​@YungSteambuns

[@alexdrockhound9497]

@@Just1n2802they designed this mostly for building full size PCs, not so much for fixing phones. Full size PCs tend to have full size screws. About the smallest youd run into would be the screw to hold in an M.2 SSD.

[@KarnageKollectibles]

To me it's a gamechanger because its cheaper than both Snap on and the PB swiss but it functions just as well if not better than them. It's right there in terms of quality and functionality even if something like PB does a few things slightly better, remember, you're paying a lot more for the PB swiss as well.

[@outboundflight4455]

I wouldve gotten a SnapOn if it wasnt for their ridiculous bit compartment juat thrown in a void.

[@boprehm8778]

I think the reason the ratchet toggle often becomes opposite than SNAP-On or LTT is because you don't see the toggle mechanism as the point of rotation, but rather the handle of the screwdriver. When I want to change the direction of rotation, I don't look at the toggle and then turn it, I just hold it and turn my screwdriver in the appropriate direction.

[@Shocker99]

I think LTT wanted to switch the direction of the mechanism because Linus is so used to a Snap-On and didn't want to change and/or that they've reduced the handle length so much that you inevitable touch the mechanism whilst rotating it and would change the direction of the mechanism unwillingly - and that would be annoying. I don't like the LTT screwdriver because I think they've made it worst than the base screwdriver. The only thing i like is most don't do the knurling, which they've obviously copied from Snap-On.

[@electrake2063]

@4:20, the reason some operate the opposite of the way you like them is because if made the way you like it to rotate as you tighten a screw into something, if the 'chuck' contacts anything while turning, it will reverse itself on its own. By turning it the opposite ofthe way you are driving accidental contacts wont referse the ratchet direction. I can see the dilemma.

[@michaelmartin2262]

I got the LTT driver and LOVE IT. Hands down, the only contender is PB Swiss to me. KZbinrs keep saying it is slipper, but I have used this driver covered in hydraulic oil and in salt water grease environments(Boat Engineer here), no problems. Too much grip is an issue for me when trying to slide it in and out of a bag slot or pocket frequently, which is why I prefer it over the pb swiss personally. Even with regular bits, it still holds 6, which is the same as most other ratchets that can hold bits so no issues there either. My minor issue with this driver is the lock up, while minor, when everything else is so good it is kinda noticeable. If you want the best and live in Europe get the PB Swiss, If you live in America, get the LTT. Anywhere else, its a toss up since the price/shipping will probably cost you the same.

[@robh3267]

I've tried many different ratcheting screwdrivers as I use one for work almost everyday and the LTT has been the best so far the only thing I don't like is the shorter bits but that's not a big deal because you can cut or grind down standard bits and they work great, the handle size and shape work perfectly for me and the ratcheting action is outstanding, you can't go wrong with this screwdriver.

[@kennethhanes5438]

You can still buy the size bits it’s a standardised bit size but isn’t the normal standard bit people use

[@jaybee1570]

What do you do for work?

[@opuofbengal5935]

Glad one of my favorite tool reviewers got a hold of thos. I've been following you for a while and I've tried every screwdriver on that table. For everyday use the LTT screwdriver can't be beat. It slides in and out of my pocket super easy, its fun to fisget with and its backwards compatible with regular bits. I have 2 regular bits and 8 LTT mini bits. I've used it like this for over a year and I can't recommend it enough!

[@kingairmech7162]

Great channel Doc. IMHO, the benefit of the non-intuitive mechanism is that if you have to put the screwdriver in a particularly deep or tight hole or narrow crevasse or anywhere where the ratcheting mechanism might rub, the screwdriver is less likely to reverse direction and become useless. Of course, it becomes a regular screwdriver in these situations. But as long as it's turned in the desired direction it will still works.

[@goncalovazpinto6261]

The bit size is a deal breaker for me, I like to mix and match. Pity you didn't throw in something like the Gedore SilentGear 2169-012 for comparison as well. The silentgear "ratchets" are really underrated imo.

[@andrepoon]

You can put in full size bits in the handle if you want to

[@goncalovazpinto6261]

@@andrepoon You can, but you only get half the bits.

[@chipfornaris]

So what is the best non proprietary ratcheting screwdriver to purchase? I’ll pay what I need to as I’m a home inspector and I just want 1 screwdriver, period

[@goncalovazpinto6261]

@@chipfornaris The one I use is the Gedore 2675 SilentGEAR. Doesn't store bits inside but has a slimmer more comfortable grip. I like them so much I got a second one! Not sure what you mean by non proprietary though... Are you planning on copying the mechanism?

[@jeremytine]

i assume he means non proprietary bit sizes ass LTT uses short bits by design unless you give up 1/2 the storage. That is a design flaw imo @@goncalovazpinto6261

[@rafflesmaos]

Ever had a chance to try the Proto gearless ratcheting screwdrivers? Curious how they compare at the same price range.

[@RogerRabbitt]

Most comparable to snap on cause it was his go to driver before making this one i believe, still waiting to pick one up myself, theyre coming out with some noctua brown ones that i really like the looks of

[@kennethhanes5438]

Yeah can’t wait to snap them babies up and stubby noctua brown would be a dream

[@Mando98]

I really like my LTT screwdriver! I have the all black one because I don’t really like the orange accents. I mainly use it for computer/electronics stuff and it’s great at that type of stuff, Linus and his team really knocked it out of the park with this one. There’s a stubby version that is supposed to come out soon so I hope it is cheaper! The magnetic bit extension that it comes with is a very strong magnet which I’ve yet to have to use. It feels very well made though when my hands get sweaty, it does feel a bit too smooth that it could slip. It seems a bit fragile so I don’t like carrying it on my regular tote because I feel like if I drop it, I could probably break it. I’ve seen some videos of ppl using it on their tool bag and nobody’s said it broke so maybe it’s just me being paranoid by the smooth finish. I use my wera (idk the exact model number just that it has a 27 on it but it’s around $40 on Amazon most of the time) for anything around the house or any DIY tasks and it’s taken a beating and still works perfectly fine and looks practically brand new after a few drops. I also have a Williams ratcheting screwdriver but I don’t like the bit holding on that one bc I always end up dropping them so I keep that one in the kitchen drawer for when I have to retighten a handle on a pan or something. I’ve seen a lot of people complain about the small proprietary bits but they do sell them on the LTT store if I’m not mistaken. I also really like the knurling on it, makes it very easy to turn with minimal effort when you have to use it. There’s a whole video where Linus explains the whole creation process for it and it’s amazing how much attention to detail there was behind the creation of this screwdriver. Overall, it works really well for what it was specifically made for which is computer/electronic stuff and I couldn’t be happier with the purchase. Great video doc!

[@pseizure2000v]

it won't be cheaper. shortening the shaft is negligible to the price of everything else really.

[@eliadbu]

I have had it for some time, and I agree there is room for improvement, especially if you compare it to PB Swiss, which is superior in several factors (most importantly are the bits and the grip). The low back drag is nice, though. Soon they will release the stubby version; you should give it a try.

[@KleiberM]

Perfect timing 😅

[@SCHMEGGA]

Not a big fan of this driver, BUT with that being said, LTT does have a 30 min video on why they made this driver the way they did. It was designed primarily as a “tech” driver; think PC building, networking use, etc… So I do give it some leeway in that regard, since it was not designed to be your auto body, woodworking, or household use driver. Not that it can’t do those things of course. Anyway, just my thoughts.

[@abesebag1085]

I was just wondering when this would come out. awesome as usual.

[@NWGR]

Great overview on this one doc. I have quite a few ratcheting drivers as well, and am a huge ratcheting driver fan, and in all honesty, I just don't think the ltt driver brings enough to the table for the $70+shipping price tag. My main gripes are the mostly black body (easier to lose track of where I put it down), only able to store 6 standard bits, not the strongest magnet. If I'm burning $70+ on a ratcheting driver, it'll be the longer PB swiss ($77 at toollady). Otherwise, my favorite drivers are the williams wrs1, that same wera you showed here (same configuration with the 4" rapidapter no less) and believe it or now, a rubbermaid branded ratcheting driver that has like 12 teeth that I got in a rubbermaid tool set on clearance for $7 at walmart many years back. The grip on that one is incredible. All that said, the ltt driver is good, just not $70 good. If it was around $50 I'd recommend it to everyone. Even more so if they offered it in colors where the main body isn't disappear-in-the-pile black. For it to be worth $70 to me, it would need to have a stronger magnet, be 10mm longer to accomodate standard bits, and be available in brighter colors. One thing to note, the ltt driver is made in china. They worked with megapro in designing the ratcheting and bit holding, tried a factory in taiwan, but the standards couldn't be met so they moved production to china. Not necessarily bad, just worth noting.

[@David_Eight]

"but the standards couldn't be met so they moved production to china" Linus talked about this in his podcast. From what i remember some major tool company moved the production of their ratcheting screwdriver from China to Taiwan at which point Linus' screwdriver wasn't a priority anymore and the quality of the samples he was receiving started slipping. At that point he basically went to the Chinese manufacturer that just got dumped and used them for less money and more precedence.

[@hardlyb]

My current favorite is the Vessel stubby with the extension thing. I use that any time I use a manual screwdriver these days.

[@boosted2.4_sky]

My Husky based on the Williams is great.. Excellent ratcheting mechanism and stiff indents so it doesn't change direction like many do..$13... I have the newer Husky which is also very nice.. I've got 3 different Gearwrench, 2 different Vessel, and Craftsman ratcheting wrenches.. The original Husky is the best, and the one I grab first

[@garrett9186]

Just a couple of corrections. Megapro is a Canadian company. They also only licensed the properties from megapro and made it themselves Here is there video about production kzbin.info/www/bejne/aHyYeKSmZsh4ma8 And they are working on more colors

[@jeremytine]

"Megapro is a Canadian company." yes but the actual driver is made in China, not canada. PB Swiss for example is actually made in europe.

[@garrett9186]

@jeremytine some of the driver is made in China. The ratchet and the shaft. The plastic is injection molded in Canada

[@jeremytine]

@@garrett9186 ratchet and shaft is most important part

[@kiyosenl.3889]

They are actually not out of the same factory as the megapro, they just pay licensing for their patented design so they didnt have to start from scratch, they then modified it quite a bit and have a chinese manufacturer making the ratcheting mechanism as well as the shaft and bits i believe, they have a local Canadian company produce the injection molding and assemble it while its still warm for tolerance reasons i believe

[@kiyosenl.3889]

They were also very specific about the plastic used, the texture, and the magnet which i believe they did not want any stronger, the general idea being make the perfect screwdriver specifically for linus and some employees and lots of other people will probably enjoy it too

[@StefanBacon]

Megapro is a Canadian company and the LTT driver is also assembled in Canada with Canadian and Chinese parts...

[@tomcardale5596]

The LTT one coming out made me buy the PB Swiss. I'm very happy with it. A curiosity of the PB Swiss is that it has more of the bit sticking out of the holder so it can reach slightly further into recessed holes.

[@LukeHoersten]

Same. When all the reviews came out I knew for sure the PB Swiss was for me. The back drag is not as low as the LTT though if you’re looking for it. I’m usually doing higher torque jobs if I grab a ratchet screwdriver.

[@tomcardale5596]

@htr5372not sure I follow that...? Surely the back end of the bit sits on the magnet however deep the recess is?

[@tomcardale5596]

@htr5372 that's what I'm not getting, sorry to be slow here. The PB Swiss uses a standard 25mm bit, which sits directly on a magnet. The distance from the bit to the magnet is zero, which is the same as basically any other screwdriver. The distance from the screw to the magnet is 25mm less the amount the bit sticks in to the screw, the same as anything other than the LTT which uses 20mm bits. The only part that's different is there's less of a collar around the bit, but that doesn't affect any magnet distances?

[@philipp594]

@htr5372 That's bullshit. The bit is the same length, so the distance between the magnet and the screw or anything else is the same. Does literally make no difference for that.

[@philipp594]

@htr5372 LTT is actually cheating, by shortening the bit and the distance between the magnet and the screws =D

[@NicksStuff]

Is it really better than the stock Megapro?

[@tokiomitohsaka7770]

Yes, but not by much and the megapro is half the cost. If you’re willing to spend this much on a racheting screwdriver, might as well get a PB Swiss one if you can find them for a good price.

[@dougr.6734]

Which ratcheting screwdriver has the least back drag of your entire collection and/or available that you haven't picked up yet?

[@greentjmtl]

Rolgear

[@BerryFAQ]

I would be shocked is the LTT wasn’t that winner there. Low back-drag was one of the priorities Linus set when designing his driver.

[@peterryan7340]

Yeah, Rolgear or Hazet. They use the same mechanism

[@BL-yj2wp]

@@peterryan7340 Inbus (Flow 73424) sells the same OEM product as Hazet (810R) for about 11€ less. The handle is fairly large, but it holds 12 1" bits which makes it useful as an all-in-one solution.

[@greentjmtl]

@@BerryFAQ It's still a gear/ratchet based system, no matter how well it's made, it's inherently has more drag than a roller/gearless based system like Rolgear. You could literally hold the shaft and spin the handle, and it'll keep spinning for a few seconds, that's how little drag there is.

[@TheSir2005]

PB Swiss doesnt exceed LTT's screwdriver in price. Maybe in the US but not in Europe, this is my biggest problem with all these "tool review" channels. Its like me saying the LTT screwdriver isnt good because i can buy two PB Swiss ratchet screwdrivers for getting one LTT screwdriver delivered in Europe (over 100 bucks including taxes and shipping). I recently bought a PB 6510.R-100 for 50 dollars, comes with 10 stellar PB Swiss bits. Impulse buy cause im not ditching my Facom for it. Good luck finding 20mm bits anywhere and good luck finding ones that are actually good quality. You can make your ratchet screwdriver as awesome as you can but when you have shit bits it renders itself useless. My mind is still blown LLT didnt create a ratchet screwdriver with interchangeable blades. They target tech people but you cant even use that thing on a lot of CPU coolers because bit holder screwdrivers are simply too thick. Versatility is king with ratchet screwdrivers.

[@LukeHoersten]

Not in the US either. I got it for $55 on Amazon.

[@TheSir2005]

@@LukeHoersten well there you go, even in NA you can get a PB Swiss cheaper than LTT's.

[@AndrewAuff]

You mentioned its possible to purchase the small (20mm) bits..I couldn't find any anywhere

[@SnobbishGoose]

The LTT store has 20mm bit sets

[@greentjmtl]

Local hardware store, bench grinder section

[@Putikl]

I only found 20mm bits that LTT sells. Wera does make 25mm once but i dont know if they fit.

[@jaypthm6416]

I expected LTT to create a good screwdriver for working on PCs. I may be wrong but I would rather use a set of precision screwdrivers from wera and normal ph/flathead drivers with skinnier handles for getting tight spaces. It feels like they went with megapro since they are literally down the street from their office. Not because they could produce a good tool for PC work.

[@jaypthm6416]

@htr5372 maybe not for some things but I like them for those tight spaces where a big chunky screwdriver handle gets in the way. I think pc building hardly needs a ratcheting screwdriver since most screws are tiny.

[@-Zhaw-]

Its not the same design as megapro, they just bought the patent and proceeded to improve everything on it. According to them they have changed basically everything. They simply wanted the bit storage container patent and ratchet mechanism.

[@ricardorates3133]

Excellent review. Have you ever tried any Rollgear based ratchet? Gedore Silent Gear or Hazet? I think you should give it a chance.

[@lastbesttool]

Not yet, but it's on my list. Thanks.

[@peterryan7340]

Hey Doc, have you got any Hazet tools?

[@lastbesttool]

A few. Here's a start: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a4ivXnSJetlgrtU

[@sturdza7092]

If you get the chance try the Inbus Flow

[@rosadod]

You reviewed the form but not function. Just wondering why?

[@SirFartsAlot1]

I was hesitant to purchase mine because i thought it was pricey. But man, its the best screw driver ive ever used. And it feels so comfortable and natural in the hand.

[@MrHaydenJr]

Megapro is a canada based company, even though some of their products are US manufactured, the LTT driver is not usa manufactured, its assembled in canada by one of megapros partners...

[@brendanwoodward6295]

I'm interested in hearing your thoughts on the Stubby LTT vs it's comparables as well

[@BerryFAQ]

MegaPro is a Canadian company. So it’s manufactured in North America, not the USA.

[@jonathanjones7751]

I thought it was in Taiwan

[@ninjaeddy1717]

@@jonathanjones7751i think it’s all 3 countries. Megapro has divisions within Canada and the USA and they also order some parts from China for assembly.

[@David_Eight]

The LTT screwdriver is made in China. Although MegaPro makes many of their non-ratcheting screwdrivers in the USA. It's stated on the MegaPro website under specs for all their products.

[@piotr2951]

LTT screwdriver is an excellent screwdriver and one of my favorites, but the non-standard, proprietary bits are a huge disappointment. Replacing those no-name bits with quality ones from Wiha or Wera causes you to lose half of the storage space, and the magnet is too weak to work effectively with longer bits. Since bits are a wearable item, it's important to be able to easily replace them with readily available bits of your choice.

[@gregcor]

Check out the Inbus Flow / also possibly rebranded as Hazet. I love mine, really cool toothless design, and it’s a great deal under the Inbus branding.

[@Anguisette]

i know you've come and gone from the LTT screw driver, but they've got some color options now, with a nice bright green offering. Sadly they figure they can tack another $20 dollars on to the price tag, for some reason. Only bringing this up since it's sort of your color of choice.

[@pseizure2000v]

for some reason? non standard colors cost a lot more to produce. is that not obvious as it is with practically everything else in the world? this is the only tool where I've heard men complain about something as immaterial as color options. tells you something about the people complaining anyway.

[@patrickcallahan2210]

Vessel has a new Ratcheting Ball style bit driver now (2200MBH) that is pretty nice!

[@cafecybernz]

What about the ANEX Ratcheting Screwdriver Ball Handle? Wondering if it is possible to replace the double ended blade, that comes with it, by a bit holder (for example Wera Rapidaptor 05052504001 889/4 K, 100mm long) in order to use all our short bits.

[@pdillenburg]

@@cafecybernz I’m here to let you know that I’ve been carrying that very Anex driver for a couple of months. I use a few different 4” - 6” hex bit holders in it with zero issues. I’ve also been utilizing the Klein Flip Socket quite a bit and it has very quickly turned in to my favorite little screwdriving set.

[@lesslighter]

@@cafecybernz you can use longer bits made by Vessel (the Go-Sai line) would be my top choice eitherway the ball grip ratchet isnt bad, bad unless backdrag is something you want less off assuming we are talking of the same Anex ball ratchet the 397-D

[@cafecybernz]

@@lesslighter - Yes, that's the one: ANEX 397-D. I did not know what was the model number, so thank you for the info 🙂

[@batuksri]

I would have bought one but I already have the Williams which is a twin of the Snap-On.

[@petermuller608]

Aren't both megapro and LTT Canadian Manufakturers? Since you emphasize US manufacturing so much, made me wondering

[@fervensmortis]

Oof, the timing on this one. Good review though! You mention megapro alot, but if i remember right, they were going to license the patent for the ratchet but ended up redesigning their own and use a chinese manufacturer for the ratchet and shaft and a canadian injection molder for the handle and assembly. I could be wrong though ETA: they got a stubby coming out soon too

[@TheTastefulThickness]

Its a megapro

[@svn5994]

Megapro makes the plastic parts.

[@TheTastefulThickness]

@@svn5994 And the everything parts. LTT has an entire video on working with Megapro to tweak their original mechanism, not just the handle. Why are you like this.

[@dericriopel]

Its Canadian made not American. Megapro makes standard non ratcheting screwdrivers in the US and Taiwan. The ratcheting ones are Canadian made.

[@jeremytine]

it's "assembled" in canada which is code for the minimum legal assembly to call it such ... it's really made in china

[@SamSam-jf1nj]

I added custom stippling to my LTT

[@alexdrockhound9497]

They now have tons of color options

[@machinist_matt]

I'll take the PB Swiss 😎

[@Wolfenhex]

Most (if not all) of the other screwdrivers you're showing are focused on being a tool for mechanics and electricians. This isn't to say they can't do other jobs, but they seem too (would "industrial" be the correct term?) for something more delicate like computers and electronics. As someone that builds a lot of computers and other electronics, I purchased this screwdriver as soon as it was released and have felt like it's the best screwdriver for this type of work. I don't think I would use it for working on the car and maybe not electrical work around the home either, but I am curious how it will hold up to those kinds of jobs.

[@drengskap]

I also thought the LTT screwdriver looked like it was designed for 'clean' work - that handle's too smooth for auto mechanics.

[@lslslslslslslsl1]

That's actually why the wera is my favourite, I use it in an extremely dirty environment, the handle holds up really well when covered in grinding dust

[@TheTastefulThickness]

Wera handle shape is incompetent

[@joewakefield6505]

@@TheTastefulThicknessbecause you don’t like it?

[@TheTastefulThickness]

@joewakefield6505 Yeah. I have their demolition flathead screwdriver. Its a really nasty shape for the hand

[@lesslighter]

since I can not get it in my country I just content myself with the Wiha Xiaomi made ratcheting driver -_- bit storage is the wiha speed flip but the 1/4 hex extension is removable giving me tons of options to go from there (I use Vessel Gosai bits on this), I'll probably get some Wera bits once I can rummage an enabler for one....

[@TylerSnyder305]

The trilobe handle completely ruins it. Btw the ratcheting megapro is made in Taiwan as is the mechanism in this driver, at least when I watched their video they said so.

[@Heizenberg32]

Linus and his company got some hard criticism recently. You haven't mentioned it (yet) in the video, so I'm guessing that releasing this video now was just a coincidence? It's refreshing to hear someone talking about the screwdriver and not the problems the company is having!

[@lionsfan1478]

The brand everybody is talking about because of their abhorrent treatment of other people and businesses. Thanks for the review as always. Even if LTT made the best screwdriver in the world, I wouldn't buy it.

[@BigBosley]

LTT, I remember their Reddit broke out with what's his name going tranny and they went into full culling mode with anybody that looked at it crosswise. Cuz, you know, Tranny "rights" convos belong on a tech channel and gamers should always virtue signal at every op. 🤪

[@randysmith9636]

If I may sir, why? Is there something I need to know about LTT?

[@chrisohanlon69]

@@randysmith9636 There's a bit of drama around them at present, LTT has 15 million subscribers, Linus is a bit of a Sales/sponsorship guy and perhaps not the best tech channel, Gamer's nexus probably is and their summary of it all will be the best. Not sure that it's relevent to the screwdriver, he seems to have tried his best with it and it's come out ok.

[@randysmith9636]

Thanks for the video brother I really appreciate it. I pretty much only have Snap On ratcheting screwdrivers but i am always looking for a American manufacturing to support.

[@David_Eight]

LTT is Canadian as is MegaPro. The LTT screwdriver is made in china.

[@randysmith9636]

@@David_Eight Wow, I assumed, especially for 70.00 that is was made here (or Canada) Thanks for the info.

[@drengskap]

I would avoid this because of the inability to store 25mm bits - I'm certainly not going to spend my time grinding down bits to fit when there are a ton of other ratchet screwdrivers out there.

[@utubeb14]

It fits them but a max of 6.

[@pseizure2000v]

you can just buy them, it's not like they're the only people that have ever used this size of bit

[@philipp594]

This is made in Taiwan or China as far as I know. They would definitly advertise it as "made in USA" if it was. It's a copy of the US design. The PB Swiss Tools ratcheting screwdriver is 34€ in Europe.

[@philipp594]

@htr5372 Final assembly means adding the bits in and packaging?

[@SnobbishGoose]

You mentioned you wanted more colors I believe they had a booth at there convention to customize your own and mix and match colors and some brand sponsor colors are on there way

[@egbluesuede1220]

Meh. They didn't revolutionize the screwdriver so I'd probably stick with established brands in that price range. How are the bits? The impression was they were an afterthought, but PB Swiss and Snap-on make bits at the same high level as the tool itself.

[@lesslighter]

I imagine them being mid line considering the testing Project Farm did

[@pnkgrsmnky]

In a recent WAN Show, it was brought up that LTT are not directly selling the screwdriver on Amazon, it is a third party.

[@rob45x]

Snap on wins every time for me. Just to be able to remove the shaft and use any 1/4 socket as a ghetto extension for the hard to reach screws

[@stevekoz]

Honestly this is becoming my most used screwdriver. Havnt used anything else since I purchased it.

[@brycedonfrancisco2926]

Do not check these comments for a week. Trust me. LTT is taboo at the moment.

[@kristofferholst6053]

Tbh it looks kinda boring. I’m strictly talking looks here, it looks plastic and slippery. It’s doesn’t look like it would be nice to touch tactile wise. Also proprietary bits is puts me off as well. Moreover I don’t really like the twist mechanism to rotate direction, when using this type I somehow manage to change direction during operation - not all the time but sometimes. If was in the market for a ratcheting screwdriver. I think it would be the PB 6510 R-100

[@utubeb14]

I want to see your thoughts on the rolgear/hazet/gedore silent mechanism.

[@Hazan1fan]

Thank you doc! I’ve been waiting for your review on this since I’ve spotted it on your work table a few weeks ago!

[@Spectt84]

Do LTT vs MegaPro next! Im thinking MP it almost the same for half the price.

[@iangregoryhome]

That's a long video on a basic no frills ratcheting screwdriver.

[@Ddonaldson9]

Your info on the manufacturing details on this are off...not made in the same factory as mega pro, not using their materials, not made in the US.

[@coleplacemb]

Regarding some of your comments, you gotta remember that Linus is a Snap-On screwdriver user from WAY back. The first occurrence I can find is when he was working and doing videos for NCIX doing NCIX Tech Tips. The video I’m referring to is “Upgrading your memory in 6 easy steps (NCIX Tech Tips #3)” posted ~16 years ago at the time of this writing. In it, you can see Linus using his trusty orange Snap-On ratchet to disassemble a computer to replace memory. Here’s a link to the video if you’re interested: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pKG7ZWqdjZ2cnJo So it makes sense that the LTT screwdriver exhibits a fair amount of Snap-On DNA.

[@gharel396]

I think they said they couldn't get any stronger of a magnet without increasing the shaft size or reducing durability! And for the slop in the locked position I believe that was also a tradeoff vs how light the backtrack is

[@christianness8983]

Mega Pro is Canadian not American

[@jeremytine]

warranty is a big deal as well ... i trust that snap on or pb swiss will be around and selling tools in 10 years... LTT "trust me bro" is a total crapshoot if it breaks in 5-10 years, and some have already broken the slimmed down bit holder plastic. It's fine if a $15-20 one breaks with no warranty, but an $80 LTT one? eh no thanks.

[@jonc3768]

They now make a stubby ratcheting screwdriver that’s not out yet 😮

[@weing]

The LTT is the only screwdriver authorized to disassemble your end-of-life'd Juicero for recycling.

[@jeremytine]

I'd prefer an H&K 9mm "screwdriver"

[@mikebeatstsb7030]

Awesome

[@J_Madison]

This thing is about $10 less than a Snap On and I've seen countless quality issues and people complaining about the exchange process. Not too sure on this one.

[@mike4food]

I wouldn’t trust LTT lifetime warranty. He has screwed people over in the past and made fun of them.

[@alexdrockhound9497]

There is now a stubby ratcheting LTT screwdriver

[@leaguefixesyourmatches8259]

LTT is $75 now.. NOPE.

[@Callelle6251]

The fact that you think $65 is acceptable for what the LTT junk is absolutely blows my mind. It's literally a $15 work pro thats been downgraded to carry non standard bits (or carry fewer normal sized ones).

[@LuminairPrime]

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[@kushedd]

I use mine for aviation maintenance and it’s pretty solid when I compare it to my ratcheting snapon. Can’t agree on it being junk. My only gripe is the smaller bits but not too big of a deal as I carry other bits in my bag

[@notme232]

Every single professional reviewer says the opposite . The $17 workpro screwdriver looks nothing like the LTT. The Milwaukee looks closer to the workpro in both crappy bit storage and price. If you meant to say the Mega Pro driver, the one the ltt is actually based on, then that driver is $30. When Project Farm compared them head to head, it was clear that the LTT driver improved the ratchet, back drag and magnet. Price is in part due to the Canadian manufacturing of the plastics and final assembly. Handle shape is subjective, what works for some doesn't for others. The smaller bit storage, while I don't agree with the decision, was a sacrifice to make the handle smaller and more comfortable to use. At least they made it so it can store and use 1/4" standard bits unlike Klien that uses a slightly different bit size on pretty much all of their precision drivers, none of which (to my knowledge) are standard 4mm. For a light to medium duty electronics driver, the LTT makes a lot of sense. It doesn't make sense as a heavy duty driver you use in the field or in a mechanical applications.

[@Callelle6251]

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[@notme232]

@htr5372 The only "cherry picked" driver was the outdated Klein, with the new one release relatively close to the video. The rest of the drivers are all popular drivers, did you want him to test Pittsburgh too? Wera and Stahlwille are both made by German brands, yes there was an error in manufacture location, but that doesn't change the outcome of the tests. And there is obviously some extra focus on the LTT driver, it's the focus of the review. All lot of his videos have a slight focus on the "brand name" or an underdog product.

[@hotsauce2446]

Alot of ltt Simps here

[@jeremytine]

this isn't a usa manufacturer ... that is misleading, it's made in CHINA.

[@Donniedangerously]

That’s a no for me, dawg.

[@athhud]

I still haven’t figured out why anyone would pay any more than a few bucks for a ratcheting screwdriver. My grip “ratchets” for free and doesn’t require any type of switch to reverse the direction.

[@AntwonDaBusiness]

For the money…I’ll take the wera. Way overpriced

[@jort93z]

It's something one component less to make it ratchet the other way. Most of the manufacturers didn't feel flipping the directions was worth two cents.