Klein’s 32500 11-in-1 multi-bit screwdriver is currently on sale. If you haven’t tried this style of screwdriver before, now might be a good time.
The Klein 11-in-1 is regularly priced at $15, and there’s a “clippable coupon” that takes $2.25 off, for a final sale price of $12.75. While not a significant discount, every little bit counts.
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Here are all the screwdriver bit and nutdriver sizes you get:
- Phillips: #1, #2
- Slotted: 1/4″, 3/16″
- Torx: T10, T15
- Square: #1, #2
- Nut drivers: 1/4″, 5/16″, 3/8″
The driver features Klein’s iconic black grip-wrapped screwdriver handle, and there’s an “11-in-1” marking at the end so you can pull the right tool from your back or pouch without guessing.
This continues to be Amazon’s bestselling screwdriver, and for good reason – it’s an excellent tried-and-true design.
I bought quite a few of Klein’s x-in-1 screwdrivers in the past, and they have all been decent all-around screwdrivers.
If you’ve been meaning to get a new multi-bit screwdriver for yourself or others, why not save a couple of dollars with this presumably limited time coupon.
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Thank you to Mosh for the tip!
William
Really like these. Leave them all over the place. Got a few a couple of years back, I think Hone Depot was running 2 for $20.
Cr8on
Meh, not a fan, I get the multi bit idea, I have no use for it
Norse
I agree! They are kind of not good at anything. I bought one a few years back and every time I get it out I am reminded of how not great it is. I much prefer good quality 1 in 1 screwdrivers. That being said, I do have two five in one screwdrivers that I use pretty regularly. I have a husky with a clear handle in my carpenter nail bags. It has been with me for 20 years and I even tolerate the chip in the small slotted screwdriver. The other one is a channel lock brand that came with a set of pliers. It lives in the camper and has been quite handy. If you are used to Klein quality, my feeling is that the 11 in 1 will be a disappointment.
MoogleMan3
Same. I’m just not a fan of bits specific to a single driver. My go-to drivers are wera and williams ratcheting drivers.
Sean
Williams ratcheting screwdriver is my favorite. I use it all time …highly recommend
Cr8on
To clarify I have the overpriced Snap On ratcheting driver that I use most, I would have gotten the Williams had I known it was the same thing.
Bruce
I have so many of these. One in the personal truck, one in the garage tool box, one in the portable tool box, one in the work tool box, one in the work truck, and one in the motorcycle tool roll. They aren’t the best screwdriver, but being able to move all the most common fasteners with a single tool certainly cuts down on extra drivers that almost never get used in my travel kits especially.
MM
That’s my take on these things too. I prefer standalone screwdrivers for any sort of serious work but those multi-bit ones are great for quick simple jobs. I keep one in the garden shed, the kitchen junk drawer, glovebox, my office desk, etc. They’re very handy for basic jobs that don’t warrant getting out a big toolbox or taking the job into the workshop.
Mike (the other one)
I use one of these every day. It’s my go-to screwdriver for service calls. It’s usually in my pocket while I’m at work, and it’s the first driver I reach for.
There drawbacks to this (and all 11-in-1 drivers):
Limited reach for screws that are recessed, or next to an object (think doorknobs, flanges, etc.) which means the tip can’t make contact with the screw.
Weight. They are heavier than standalone screwdrivers.
Handle size. Some people don’t like the larger handles. This one has a pretty normal sized handle, but I’ve used others that were too large and added unnecessary bulk.
Bit Replacement: Sometimes the ball detents wear out, or you might drop a bit while flipping them out. Replacements are not easy to find and can be pricy. I also have magnetic drivers that use 1/4″ x 1″ insert bits, but they also have issues with recessed screws. I have collet-style drivers that can take longer power bits, which is handy.
Personally, I rarely use the nut drivers on these, so I actually prefer the 10-in-1 since the barrel is narrower, which cuts down one weight and bulk. (Plus regular 6-in-1 barrels/bits are interchangeable with it.) I also have individual drivers that I use for recessed screws, etc. Still, for the money, this is a good tool, and one of the better 11-in-1 drivers out there.
Wayne R.
I like using normal drivers.
I like to carry a locking handle and locking 4″ bits or longer (power bits).
I dislike 1″ insert bits. Absolute last choice.
I have a bunch of 5-in-1 and 6-in-1 drivers. Very handy in all sorts of situations. That may be seen as somewhat hypocritical, but they’re easy to carry, easy to deal with swapping tips as needed without digging around. Saves space & weight in tool bags used for everyday work. (I feel high-count-in-1 drivers can get too fiddly.)
Even in bags used for serious work with lots of serious drivers, these are in there too.
Matt
I’ve used this one for many many years and as others have mentioned, it’s not bad. But it’s not great either. Don’t mean to nit-pick but the rubber handle slides slightly on the plastic and that’s always struck me as feeling really cheap, in spite of having the Klein name on it. Recently I picked up the Wiha 11-in-1 and IMO it really outclasses the Klein for only a few more dollars. And it’s American made!
Scott
I have both some Klein ones and similar Stanley and Harbor Freight ones (6 in 1).
Klein is good for vehicle tool kit and heavy home DIY use. I save the more expensive Klein ones for my tools and the cheaper ones for the kitchen and closet tool kits where they are likely to get “ lost”… I want to know where all the scissors go in the universe…
The Klein is kinda heavy to carry if you dont need the 11 in 1. Rubber grip is ok.
I will look at the Wiha next time I need one for me.
For the money, the Stanley and Harbor Freight 6 in 1s are pretty good for Mom use. I recently made a small tool kit for my daughter to take for her first year or college. Harbor Freight for everything since that kind of stuff usually gets lost or stolen. Amazing the halfway decent handtools they can produce, ship, and sell for their low prices. Gotta be that prison camp labor.
Tom
Maybe Ace Hardware version of Klein 11-1 on sale for $4.99 plus free bottle opener.
https://www.acehardware.com/departments/tools/hand-tools/screwdriver-sets/2829398
Al
They are great until the rubber grip breaks. When it does, the handle becomes a thin and slippery double square shaped thing.
Mike
I’d sooner buy the magnetic 11-in-1 for a little more. The non-magnetic one has a nasty habit of puking bits if dropped.
Eric
I have one of these in my house. It is good enough so I don’t have to run out to my detached garage in order to grab a screwdriver for something simple. I highly recommend them. I normally don’t like multibits, but $15 to keep one of these in my kitchen junk drawer so I don’t have to run out to the garage every once in awhile is worth it to me. I’ve wasted way more money on more useless stuff.