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ToolGuyd > Hand Tools > Bit Holders & Drivers > Megapro Driver Review

Megapro Driver Review

Dec 20, 2008 Stuart 8 Comments

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Megapro’s wide range of multi-bit screwdrivers, bits, and accessories, are sure to meet most of your portable driving needs. Currently, there are 7 drivers with different bit assortments based on bit type or common usage – hex, tamperproof, and automotive to name a few. Each screwdriver comes with 7 double-sided bits and a 1/4″ hex driver, but you can also purchase additional bits separately. If these don’t strike your fancy, take a look at Megapro’s ratcheting, Shaftlok, or Megalok drivers.

Today, I’ll be reviewing Megapro’s 15in1 hex driver. I chose this version instead of the “original” since I often use metric hex bits on my mountain bike, and standard hex bits on various pieces of equipment. There are several industrial suppliers and a few online retailers that carry Megapro products, but I ended up ordering this driver from Sears.

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Megapro Driver Dimensions

Let’s start off with the handle. Constructed of hard plastic with bumps for added grip, the handle is mostly comfortable to hold. The handle is also quite large –  about 1.5 inches, allowing one to apply a decent amount of torque to a  fastener without breaking a sweat. At the end of the driver, the cartridge cap serves as a palm support, which translates to friction-free stability. At the shaft-end of the handle is a rotating collar, which also helps keep the driver steady for more delicate driving.

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When you need to swap out bits, just take a hold of the cap, and the cartridge effortlessly slides out. To secure the cartridge, simply push it back into the handle. One thing to note is that the friction between the endcap and the handle is enough to ensure that the catridge does not move on its own – a necessary feature for bit drivers. The bits themselves snap very securely into their cartridge, and are not difficult to remove. Bits lock securely into the driver, and seem to be made of high quality hardened steel.

Megapro vs. Drivers Comparison

Overall, I am very pleased with this driver. However, there were a few aspects that I was initially unhappy about. First of all, as you can see, Megapro’s drivers are large – a lot larger than I had originally anticipated. Then, there is the “1/4″ hex driver” – a nut driver, which cannot hold standard insert bits. On the other hand, this is not a major problem since all Megapro bits can be purchased separately.

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My last complaint – although Megapro’s handle is easily to clean and provides a decent grip, it slipped repeatedly when I tried to break loose tight fasteners. Let’s just say that I won’t attempt to do that again without gloves. Hard plastic bumps are much more abrasive and painful than one might think, especially when gliding over sweaty hands. In Megapro’s defense, an L-key or ratchet would have been much more suitable for these fasteners, and it is likely that ball-end bits would have sheared clean off.

In conclusion, Megapro’s 15in1 drivers are customizable, comfortable to use (under most conditions), and are of very high quality construction – I highly recommend them. At $25 (via Sears) for the non-ratcheting versions, Megapro’s drivers are still affordable, and they perform far better than most cheaper alternatives.

Megapro USA Label

Lastly, Megapro’s drivers are made in the USA!

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8 Comments

  1. Jason Frey

    Dec 23, 2008

    Nice review, Very informative, will be looking at getting one for a gift for my father.

    Good Job Stuey

    Reply
  2. Stuart

    Dec 25, 2008

    Thanks! For your father’s gift, be sure to consider out Megapro’s other products; they have several drivers with more advanced features.

    Reply
  3. HS

    Dec 15, 2015

    I want to get Megapro’s 15-in-1 hex bit screwdriver.

    Reply
  4. Caleb

    Dec 16, 2015

    bump original post 🙂

    Reply
  5. Brien

    Dec 17, 2015

    The post that started it all! Love your page. Thanks to TIA for directing me here.

    Reply
  6. Jim D

    Mar 19, 2018

    I agree. Easily the best site for new tool information. Stuart, you are the best! Keep up the great work and Happy 10 Years! (well soon anyway)

    Reply
  7. Mason

    Sep 16, 2021

    I wonder if Señor Stu still reads comments on this first post 🤔 I read your Guyd every day, several times per day. Fantastic “poop on company time” material.

    Reply
    • Stuart

      Sep 17, 2021

      Yep – I do – thank you!

      (I’ve been meaning to update this post – Megapro’s handle has grown on me over the years, but I still won’t buy the hex bit version again.)

      Reply

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