Bosch Cordless Screwdriver is Finally Launching Here

In a surprise move, the Bosch Go 3 cordless screwdriver is launching in the USA!

You’re welcome.

I had previously purchased a second generation Bosch Go cordless screwdriver from Europe, and it’s been great. But, it’s built-in battery is starting to age, and I’d like to replace it at some point.

A few weeks ago I ranted about how the Dremel-branded version of Bosch’s Go series cordless screwdrivers seemed to have been discontinued. See Rant: The Dremel Go Cordless Screwdriver is Gone.

Without being able to order the Bosch Go 3 at a fair price (de minimis exclusions ended, driving up the price), and there not being a Dremel version as there was for the first and second generation models, I was disappointed, hence the rant post.

Maybe someone at Bosch listened to our interest and took action. Or maybe this was already in the works, and Bosch is coincidentally launching the first USA version of their Go series cordless screwdriver since the the series was introduced in Europe nearly 8 years ago. (See Bosch Go Cordless Screwdriver.)

It seems unusual, for Bosch to launch the first two Go screwdrivers under Dremel branding, and now the third under their regular pro label.

This appears to be the same kit as is available in Europe, with no power adapter and just a USB-A to USB-C charging cable.

It features a built-in 4V Max Li-ion battery, adjustable torque dial, push-to activate and push button dual operation, universal 1/4″ hex bit compatibility, and USB-C charging.

My older Bosch Go 2 was bundled with an L-Boxx mini case, but this one comes with a more compact kit box.

Price: $69
USA Model No. GSD4V-35

Nearly 8 years have gone by without a USA-version of the Bosch Go. 2 weeks after I rant about wanting a USA version of the latest, and here we have it. Deserved or not, I’m taking credit for this. Woo!

Next, how about a USA version of the modern Bosch IXO cordless screwdriver? Here’s my older kit, which I recently gave away. It was a fantastic tool – also ordered from Europe – but I’ve been cutting down on excess and preferred the Bosch Go for its form factor and torque dial.

My Bosch IXO was bundled with one of the best tool cases I’ve ever seen.

I like the mini L-Boxx that came with my Bosch Go 2, and am curious to see if I’ll feel the same about the smaller case that’s included with the new Go 3. In either case, I doubt I’ll be as impressed as I’ve been with the Bosch IXO case, which was high quality with a touch of elegance.