Hoto 24-in-1 precision screwdriver ZDNET's key takeaways A beautifully engineered screwdriver that takes on delicate tasks
It is engineered for total control and precision
It comes with 12 double-ended bits for a range of different fasteners. $19.99 at Amazon
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I've reviewed a lot of Hoto hardware here on ZDNET, and I'm surprised by how many of these tools have become part of my daily repair kit. Anything that earns a spot in my kit has to be exceptional. So, when I discovered that Hoto made traditional hand tools, I couldn't wait to try it out.
Regular readers will know that I'm a huge fan of battery-operated screwdrivers. They take the stress and strain out of labor-intensive DIY and repair jobs. I even have battery-operated precision screwdrivers that I use for delicate repair tasks. However, I often hear from readers who feel more comfortable using a manual precision screwdriver for certain tasks -- to avoid over-torquing something, damaging a fastener, or accidentally skidding the screwdriver across a circuit board and knocking off a component.
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Well, Hoto has just the tool -- a sleek 24-in-1 precision screwdriver that's not only beautiful to look at and comfortable to hold, but also expertly engineered to make it fully functional.
The 24-in-1 precision screwdriver is machined from high-grade yet super lightweight aluminum alloy into a non-slip polyhedral cylinder that's 4.72 inches long and 0.65 inches in diameter, weighing a hair over 2 ounces. It has been anodized in three different finishes -- cinnabar red, slate gray, and dark turquoise.
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