Black & Decker Screwdriver Bit Set, Double Ended, 10-Piece

A compact set that covers the basics

A small rail of double‑ended bits doesn’t look like much, but it can bail you out of a surprising number of everyday jobs. That’s exactly how I approached this Black & Decker bit set: toss it in the house toolbox, call on it for the usual around‑the‑home fasteners, and see where it holds up—and where it doesn’t.

What’s in the box

You get ten double‑ended bits covering Phillips, slotted, square, and Torx tips, plus a simple storage bar to keep them together. Coverage is geared toward household use:

• Phillips: #1, four #2s, and #3 (each paired with a slotted size)
• Slotted: #6, four #8s, and #10
• Torx: T10, two T15s, and T20
• Square: #1, two #2s, and #3

The duplication is intentional where wear is most common: #2 Phillips and #8 slotted, plus #2 square and T15. It’s a pragmatic spread for furniture assembly, cabinet hardware, outlet covers, light duty shelf installs, and odds‑and‑ends in the garage or yard.

Design and build impressions

Double‑ended bits are about convenience and compactness. You can flip between two tip types without rummaging for another bit, and the set stores flat in a belt pocket or drawer. The trade‑off with most double‑ended designs—including this one—is the lack of a torsion zone. That means less energy absorption under high torque compared to single‑ended, impact‑rated bits with a dedicated flex section.

Fit and finish on my set was clean at the tips with crisp profiles, and the hex shanks seated securely in a standard drill/driver chuck and my quick‑release 1/4" hex collet. There’s no quick‑change sleeve or magnetic holder included for driving screws; the “holder” here is just the storage bar. Plan on chucking the bits directly or using your own favorite bit holder.

Performance in typical DIY tasks

• Flat‑pack furniture and cabinet hardware: The #2 Phillips bits got the most hours. Driving into melamine and pre‑punched metal brackets, I had no issues with cam‑out at medium clutch settings. The #1 Phillips was handy for smaller cabinet screws and electrical plate covers where a PH2 is sloppy.

• Pocket‑hole and general carpentry: The square #2 tip fit snugly in pocket‑hole screws and generic square‑drive exterior screws. I prefer square or Torx for anything that demands positive engagement, and this set’s square tips minimized wobble and cam‑out.

• Light outdoor fixes: The Torx T15 and T20 covered hose‑reel brackets and lawn edging, but the omissions show up quickly outside—many deck and construction screws call for T25, which isn’t in this set. That’s fine for a household kit, just know your limits if you plan to tackle bigger projects.

• Slotted odds and ends: Slotted screws are still everywhere in older homes. The #8 and #10 slot tips were fine for switch plates, sash locks, and small hardware. As always with slotted, alignment matters; if you work off‑axis, slotted will remind you who’s boss.

Torque, clutch settings, and a reality check

I did push the PH2 in a few tougher scenarios—driving coated construction screws into softwood studs and fastening 7/16" sheet goods to 1x furring. With the drill in high speed and the clutch near max, I managed to chip one PH2 tip when the screw stalled. That tracks with what I expect from non‑impact, double‑ended bits that bias hardness over flexibility. When I dialed the clutch back and pre‑drilled, the remaining PH2s held up without drama.

If your workflow leans on an impact driver or you frequently drive long screws into dense material, this is not the set to do it with. Use an impact‑rated torsion set for that kind of work. For day‑to‑day DIY at moderate torque, this set gets the job done if you respect its lane.

Practical advice that helped:
- Use the clutch. It’s the cheapest insurance against cam‑out and tip damage.
- Favor square or Torx when available; they transfer torque more cleanly than Phillips.
- Pre‑drill dense stock and let the tool spin do the work—don’t lean your body weight into the bit.
- Wear eye protection; any bit can chip under abuse, and harder bits tend to chip rather than twist.

Durability and wear

After several weekends of use, the T15/T20 and square tips still look sharp with only light polishing on the flanks. The PH2s show some rounding at the corners, which I’d expect given their workload; having four of them in the rail is a smart inclusion. The slotted tips held their edges better than I anticipated, though slotted’s success is more about user technique than metallurgy.

The elephant in the room is brittleness versus toughness. These feel on the harder, more brittle end of the spectrum. That’s great for crisp engagement, less so for abusive, high‑torque driving. Again, that fits the set’s “home and yard” brief, but it’s worth stating clearly.

Storage and usability

The storage bar is uncomplicated and compact. It’s easy to toss into a small toolbox or a kitchen drawer without creating a mess. I do wish the size markings were big and high‑contrast on the bits themselves; grabbing the right tip by feel becomes second nature, but clearer markings would speed things up, especially for intermittent users.

Because these are double‑ended, you give up the option to use a magnetic ring or sleeve at the tip, which some folks like for starting screws one‑handed. If you rely on that, keep a separate single‑ended magnetic bit holder in your kit.

Coverage gaps and what that means

For a “just in case” household set, the coverage is sensible, but there are gaps pros and heavy DIYers will notice:
- No Torx T25 or T30, common in decking and structural screws
- No hex (Allen) or Pozidriv for European hardware
- No security Torx for certain appliances
- No dedicated magnetic or locking holder for driving

None of these omissions are deal‑breakers if your tasks are light and varied. If you’re planning a deck, garage shelves with structural screws, or lots of hardwood fastening, you’ll want an impact‑rated set with the missing sizes.

Who this set suits best

• Homeowners and renters who want a compact, inexpensive set that lives in the house toolbox
• DIYers assembling furniture, hanging hardware, swapping fixtures, and doing light carpentry
• Landlords and maintenance folks who need a pocketable “covers most of it” backup

Who should look elsewhere:
- Pros or heavy DIYers who drive long screws, work in dense hardwoods, or rely on impact drivers daily
- Anyone needing T25/T30 Torx or a broad specialty selection

Pros

• Compact, double‑ended format packs a lot into a small rail
• Sensible duplication of high‑wear sizes (#2 Phillips, #8 slotted, #2 square, T15)
• Good tip fit on square and Torx; minimal cam‑out at moderate torque
• Affordable way to keep core sizes on hand for household tasks

Cons

• Not impact‑rated; harder steel feels more brittle under high torque
• Missing common outdoor sizes like T25
• No magnetic drive holder; storage bar only
• Phillips tips show wear faster than square/Torx in tougher applications

Recommendation

I recommend this bit set as a compact, budget‑friendly companion for everyday household fastening—assembling furniture, installing hardware, swapping fixtures, and light outdoor fixes. It’s easy to stash, covers the most common tip styles, and the duplicated sizes are practical where wear is most likely. Respect its limits, use the clutch, favor square or Torx when you can, and it will serve you well.

If your work regularly pushes into heavy‑torque territory, dense materials, or exterior construction with T25/T30 screws, skip this and pick up an impact‑rated set with torsion zones and broader Torx coverage. For everyone else who wants a small, reliable “get it done” rail in the drawer, this Black & Decker bit set earns its keep.