Bosch’s 12V Max cordless FlexiClick multi-head screwdriver set is on sale, today only, for $117 at Amazon. Choose “free no-rush shipping” and you save an extra $6 and change.
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We’ve posted about the FlexiClick and is occasional deals a bunch of times. It’s a solid-performing drill, and its 4 different attachments make it a very versatile drill and driver.
- 265 in-lbs max torque
- 0-400, 0-1300 RPM (no load)
- Weighs 1.8 lbs (presumably with battery)
- 5.4″ length
- LED worklight
- One-click attachment interface
Without any attachment, the Bosch FlexiClick can be used as a cordless screwdriver. The four heads it comes with turns it into a cordless drill, quick-change screwdriver, offset screwdriver, and the right angle attachment can be used with any of the other tool heads.
The kit comes with the tool, head attachments, (2) 2.0Ah batteries, a charger, and carrying case.
Sale Price: $117, less if you choose no-rush shipping
Deal ends at 3am ET 9/26/19, unless supplies sell out sooner.
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If have gotten in on previous Bosch FlexiClick deals, what have your experiences with this drill/driver been like.
Thank you to everyone for the deal tips!
Kimber
Brushless???
John
The U.S. version is not brushless. The EU version is. Excellent driver set nonetheless. I have two sets now.
Frank D
I absolutely love mine, for delicate and intricate position work.
Brushless … meh. Enjoy the discount and convenience.
Bought a regular drill and driver kit on sale and other compact 12v stuff too, as I want to build a powertool minikit in two rugged milwaukee cases.
Now wish Bosch would bring ALL their 12v tools over and make some more things.
Jim Felt
That’s what eBay Korean vendors and AmazonUK are for!
Though none of them can beat today’s Amazon deal. Which I managed to snag at least a year and half ago or at least within $5.00.
My memory ain’t perfect. But the little drill kit’s value nearly is.
Evadman
I would totally get this if it was M12. I don’t want to buy into another battery system. This would be perfect for smaller tasks. at $120, it is a good deal for the features. Every time I see it, I want to get it, but the battery system keeps pushing me away. 🙁
Lance
Milwaukee makes the M12 Fuel Installation Driver, which is almost identical except it costs WAY more… a huge premium for a brushless motor, IMO.
Kizzle
Milwaukee clutches are terrible for delicate work. The whole reason I bought the flexiclick. Milwaukee’s electronic direction switch has me apprehensive, but it’s good to see more of these types of tools. Wish they brought over the European exchangeable chuck drill. Seems much better.
Stephen
The new Milwaukee kit retails for $230, where as the Bosch kit normally retails for around $200. I don’t consider that to be a huge premium. The sale price of $117 is incredibly low for the Bosch kit. It will probably be a while before we see Deal of the Day on the new Milwaukee.
The Milwaukee bare tool will be $170 (I can’t wait to get mine). I don’t think Bosch sells the 12V Flexiclick as a bare tool.
The Milwaukee costs a little more but has a slightly more powerful brushless motor and that awesome magnetic strip in front of the trigger. It also looks like the Milwaukee attachments have more metal than the Bosch.
I suppose full reviews and comparisons will be coming soon.
Kizzle
I don’t think this type of tool is supposed to be all about power. It’s finesse and delicate work. Could always add a magnetic strip to the Bosch. I’ve always owned Milwaukee 12v tools, but the poor clutches pissed me off to the point of switching to Bosch. Still use some m12 tools, but power isn’t the main factor for my tool purchases and other tools excel in other departments.
Frank D
The milwaukee installation driver to me is a poor copy of the flexi click.
It is bigger / bulkier with that guard / control module knuckle protector.
I have used my flexi in very tight spaces, where the MW assembly driver either would not fit … or would require a much bigger hole or removal of other components, due to that extra thing besides the handle.
Jon
It’s not a copy of the flexi click but also the festool CSX and I played with it already and I they each have their spot. Poor copy though nope, it’s well built and we’ll thought out. I def like it more than my flex. Each to their own though.
ktash
Great price for this excellent tool! I have one and like the versatility. If I didn’t have enough drills/drivers already, I’d buy a second. I’ve used the offset screwdriver for drilling in hard to get to places. You need drill bits with hex shanks, which I already had from a large makita set. One downside for some might be keeping track of the different heads. If you keep it in its L-Boxx that’s not a problem, but I don’t need to carry the charger. I’d rather see a compact solution that’s easy to carry around. Maybe one that would carry some driver/hex shank drill bits in it. I’m thinking of the smaller size Pelican-like cases from Harbor Freight with the pluck out foam.
Frank D
There is a pinterest image of somebody with a milwaukee half size clear lid slim case., foam sheet, all the flexi things and some bits.
I’m doing a full size case. Did the trial with cheap foam. Just got some kaizen.
ktash
Thanks for the idea, Frank. I like the Milwaukee cases, so I’ll take a look at them and look for some picture on Pinterest. I don’t necessarily need to keep the drill body in the case, so it might work with a slim case.
Frank D
I can’t find the exact image I saw a year or two ago. Kaizen inserts does have an official insert now though. Similar idea that somebody had.
Doresoom
I don’t know about Pinterest, but here’s my same setup from Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/BlmhivNATPj/
Frank D
Maybe it was instagram, thank you, Doresoom!
I had printed off a picture a long time ago, of a setup similar to yours, it was not a video or gif. And I only use the social apps like instagram once in a blue moon, as I hate these apps limitations and over simplification, regressions compared to how versatile they use to be, while their website always require registration / logging on, …
So, I have to keep instagram in mind and maybe try it again.
Anyways. Thank you!
Hilton
I still don’t love my set that I bought on last years Prime Day. Maybe I’m just used to my Makita 18v kit but this Bosch seems very under powered.
Hopefully in time I’ll learn to love it.
Frank D
The key is in versatility. Mine has been worth its $125 with light assembly, inside cabinet work, renovation repairs and change in finished furniture where nothing else fits size wise, inside walls with only making a few inch square hole, …
It is not about the power with 10-12v.
Compactness and versatility for smaller and delicate tasks.
Hilton
Good points Frank.
Jared Richael
It comes with 2 batteries and a charger so you don’t have to necessarily buy into the system. It’s its own entity.
Robert C
I’m not fond of this drill either. The chuck has a lot of run-out, and the batteries are really hard to remove form the tool. I prefer my 12v Milwaukee for most things.
Julian Tracy
It’s not designed for power work.
It’s useful to be sure, but the drill chuck is near useless and all of the chucks have a tendency to fall right off as the locking ring is easily loosened and does not have a very positive locked position.
Frank D
Have you tried hex drill bits. I have used them with the offset head … which is fantastic for drilling flush to cabinet panels, inside corners, …
ktash
Agreed that this is not for power work. I do like the Makita 18v for that, or even a corded drill. Ever since I started using my cheap corded drill to drill pocketholes, for instance, it goes so much better/cleaner. I got the drill to mix paint with, it’s a True Value store brand. Surprising how much more power I get with it. But that’s a stationary task. Because I do a lot of cabinet, small work, the Flexiclick is great, but I’m with you on the power. Haven’t had any more problem with the chuck than other drills, but I do use hex head bits with it.
DannyK
Ideally, it’s nice to have 3 cordless drills:
* A full hammer drill with second handle for hole saw and light concrete drilling
* A compact drill for everyday task
* A flexiclic type drill for hinge, cabinet installation
And then if they don’t work, bring out the rotary hammer and hole hawg.
Greg
Not on sale at 4:57 pm. Price is $199, with no option to change shipping.
MT_Noob
Bummer, I missed it also. I’ll have to jump on it sooner the next time it goes on sale.
Stuart
Hmm, looks like they sold out.
I’ll check again in the evening, since sometimes deals like this go out of stock and then return as backordered items, but that doesn’t always happen.
Altan
I would like to have that offset driver adapter for SDS+ hammer drills with interchangeable chuck, specially if DeWALT makes one. It would be useful for drilling on the wall next to ceiling.
John Blair
I have both the old European Milwaukee M12 4 in 1 and the Bosch 12v Flexiclick. Even though I have way more M12 batteries, I reach for the Flexiclick every time. Didn’t realize there was a brushless version of the 12v Flexiclick in Europe. Road Trip?
Mick
Months ago there was a local Lowes that closed. I got my Flexi-click at 50% of the regular price ($199) plus an additional 10% veteran discount. My M12 fuel hammer drill had a bad switch. After the second repair under warranty, I threw in the towel and sold it on CL. I love feel and the versatility of it. I am very pleased with it.
HenRun
The new updated version (that has started shipping over here in Europe) is a good upgrade. The machine has higher rpm and more torque making it more useful for driling and the 6 Ah batteries are TINY. It is a great companion as a stand alone extra drill/driver for odd jobs though I am not a fan of the L-Boxx system.
The Belt clip is very short and placed in a position where it will literally guarantee to fall of your person when moving around or going up a ladder or stepping over a large object. Clear design fail on Bosch’s part! Apart from that it is very good drill/driver.
Bosch also has a few small and very nice tools to go with it: the mini angle grinder – which I have used a lot more than I thought I would! A straight bit grinder which is very strong and last but not least: the smallest electrical plane on the market. All very useful and relatively cheap machines. The cordless router was a disappointment though: too slow in rpm and not very good results even on easy-to-route materials.