Best Precision Screwdriver Kits for Electronics Repair
The iFixit driver kits we would reach for to open phones, laptops, consoles, and PCs, from the compact Mako to the 112-bit Manta.
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Top picks at a glance
iFixit Mako Driver Kit
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iFixit Pro Tech Toolkit
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iFixit Manta Driver Kit
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| Product | #1iFixit Mako Driver KitBest compact kit | #2iFixit Pro Tech ToolkitBest complete repair kit | #3iFixit Manta Driver KitBest 100+ bit kit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Our rating | |||
| Price | $ | $$ | $$ |
| Bits | 64 | 64 | 112 |
| Bit sizes | 4 mm (S2 steel) | 4 mm (S2 steel), with 1/4" to 4 mm adapter | 4 mm (S2 steel) + 1/4" (6150 steel) |
| Drivers | Aluminum driver + flex extension | Aluminum driver + flex extension | Two aluminum drivers (4 mm and 1/4") |
| Extra tools | None | Spudgers, picks, tweezers, suction handle, jimmy, wrist strap | Sorting tray lid |
| Warranty | Lifetime | Lifetime | Lifetime |
| Buy | Check pricefor iFixit Mako Driver Kit (opens in a new tab) | Check pricefor iFixit Pro Tech Toolkit (opens in a new tab) | Check pricefor iFixit Manta Driver Kit (opens in a new tab) |
The picks, reviewed
iFixitiFixit Mako Driver Kit
Sixty-four precision bits in a pocketable magnetic case, with a driver that has a magnetic socket, a knurled grip, and a swivel top.
Pros
- Covers almost every small screw you will meet
- Compact 7" × 4.3" case with a parts-tray lid
- Flex extension for awkward screws
Cons
- No opening tools, only drivers
- Bits
- 64
- Bit sizes
- 4 mm (S2 steel)
- Drivers
- Aluminum driver + flex extension
- Extra tools
- None
iFixitiFixit Pro Tech Toolkit
The Mako’s 64 bits plus every opening tool you need for phones and laptops: spudgers, picks, tweezers, a suction handle, and an anti-static wrist strap.
Pros
- 64 S2 steel bits plus a full set of opening and prying tools
- Anti-static wrist strap included
- Magnetic case with a sorting tray in the lid, plus a fabric tool roll
Cons
- Overkill if you only need screwdrivers
- Bits
- 64
- Bit sizes
- 4 mm (S2 steel), with 1/4" to 4 mm adapter
- Drivers
- Aluminum driver + flex extension
- Extra tools
- Spudgers, picks, tweezers, suction handle, jimmy, wrist strap
iFixitiFixit Manta Driver Kit
A 112-bit kit with two drivers, one 4 mm for electronics and one 1/4" for larger jobs, so one case covers phones, consoles, appliances, and PCs.
Pros
- 112 bits across both 4 mm and 1/4" sizes
- Two aluminum drivers with magnetic sockets and swivel tops
- Lid mounts magnetically to the back of the case
Cons
- Bigger case than the Mako
- Bits
- 112
- Bit sizes
- 4 mm (S2 steel) + 1/4" (6150 steel)
- Drivers
- Two aluminum drivers (4 mm and 1/4")
- Extra tools
- Sorting tray lid
Which kit do you need?
- Just screws? The Mako covers phones, laptops, consoles, and PCs in a small case.
- Opening phones, tablets, or laptops? The Pro Tech Toolkit adds the prying and gripping tools that glued-together devices need.
- Bigger jobs too? The Manta adds a 1/4” driver and bits for appliances, bikes, and furniture.
Finishing a PC repair?
If you’re reseating a CPU cooler, you’ll need fresh thermal paste as well. See our PC Building Essentials guide for our thermal paste picks and how to apply it.
Tips for small screws
Use the magnetic lid or a project mat to keep screws in order as they come out. Always match the bit to the screw exactly. A slightly-too-small Phillips or Torx bit is the fastest way to strip a screw head.