Customer Reviews
Great Screwdriver 
2007-08-31
The Black and Decker Versapak idea was the best one to come along when it comes to cordless drivers. Many of the other brands on the market are good drivers, the only problem is when you are in the middle of a task and the driver dies out, you are stuck waiting for the driver to recharge. Not with the Versapak battery, as long as you buy yourself a spare battery, you'll never be without power. I keep one battery in the charger at all times. When my driver needs charging, it's as simple as switching out the battery with the one in the charger. You are back up and running in no time.
I've had other rechargeable screwdrivers, but as I said earlier, they have a self contained battery, which requires that you plug it into the charger and wait for the battery to reach a full charge. This is not convenient if you are using the driver often and it never fails, it runs out right in the middle of a project. The worst part about other drivers with sealed in batteries... when the batteries no longer hold a charge, you've got to toss the whole unit. Not with the Black and Decker Versapak unit. All you need to buy is a new battery and you are back in business.
I've owned the older model the VP750 for years and it gave me years and years of good service. It finally bit the dust after being used very well. This driver is well made and has withstood several instances where the driver was dropped, even off the top of a 6 foot ladder directly onto a concrete walk. It still works like a champ.
The only drawback that I can give it is that it is a single speed and when you are driving long screws, it seems to take a long time. It would be nice if Black and Decker would give it an optional higher speed. Still, the single speed is swift enough to take care of most tasks. The clutch feature makes stripping screws a thing of the past, but you can override it when you really need to wrench down on a screw. The other thing that would be nice is a magnetic bit. The one that comes with the unit is not magnetized.
The screwdriver is powerful enough to drive small and medium screws, but don't expect it to drive 3 inch drywall screws into studs without pre-drilling a pilot hole. Even then, really long screws seem to be a bit tough for this little driver to handle, so use a drill to do the big jobs. But for hanging blinds, assembling things, changing out electrical switches and light fixtures and installing cabinet hardware, it can't be beat.
The driver pivots into a near "L" profile, which is what I end up using most of the time. The whole driver is a bit large for tight spaces, but then so are most drivers. I like the quick change double ended bit (Phillips and slotted). This is especially useful when changing out electrical outlets where the plate has a slotted screw head and the outlet has a Phillips head! Just pop the bit out and turn it over and there you go.
It's unfortunate that Black and Decker has eliminated the Versapak system from most of their line. Thankfully they've kept it in production for this driver. Buy an extra Versapak battery to keep one charged at all times and you'll never be stuck in the middle of a project with a dead driver on hand.
B&D battery screwdriver 2007-06-07
This was a replacement item for one that was stollen. They work well for light work. The seller was great. Even faster delivery than advertised.
Black & Decker Versapak Screwdriver 2008-06-14
This is a replacement screwdriver for one similar to it. It lasted for years and was time to be replaced. B&D seem to have moved on to a new line of products with replacable batteries (Lithium Ion). The screwdriver is lightweight and well made. Versa Pak is a good system that allows the replacable batteries to be used in many different tools, but like I said B&D has a new line out and I wanted to replace my old screwdriver while it was still available.
chargable screw driver 2008-06-01
Easy to charge and use. It makes any job around the house so much easier with a tool like this.
Black & Decker VP800 cordless screwdriver 2008-05-07
This system should be re-marketed to the home owner. It's the best out there for most jobs. It's light, fast enough, extremely convenient if you have two versapak batteriesBlack and Decker VP105 VersaPak 3.6-Volt 1.2 Amp Hour NiCad Stick Style Battery, 2 Pack. I'm going to start giving them for gifts. Beats the new, bulky powerhouse tools hands down!
Good battery screwdriver 2008-03-02
This Black&Decker screwdriver comes with two sets of driver bits. It works very well, is very lightweight and compact and an excellent alternative to using a much heavier battery powered drill.
Great Tool 2007-11-10
I have a lot of corded and cordless tools but this is the one I use when I am working on small stuff. It fits in any of the pockets of my jeans. The "pouch" that comes with it is really nice. There's a pocket for a spare battery and a decent assortment of bits. There is a small pocket in the pouch where I carry a 1/4 in chuck that plugs into the quick change end so that I can use standard drills if necessary. Not something that you want to do for big jobs but it's OK for a pilot hole or two. Power is adequate for small jobs. The battery is the "silver" type. Too bad they don't include a "gold" in new products.
