DeWalt Screwdriver Set (10 pc.)

I put the DeWalt 10‑piece set to work across a few weeks of household jobs—swapping outlets, hanging cabinets, tightening hardware, and an appliance teardown—and it quickly became the set I left out on the bench. It isn’t flashy, but it’s thoughtfully built where it counts: tip fit, grip, and the right spread of sizes.

Build and ergonomics

The handles are the star here. DeWalt’s bi‑material, quad‑lobe shape gives you obvious indexing in the hand and a firm purchase without needing a death grip. I could dial in finesse for delicate screws with just finger control, then push hard with a full palm wrap when breaking loose stiffer fasteners. The rubberized sections aren’t too tacky (they don’t attract every speck of dust on the bench), and the hard overmold transitions are clean—no seams or flashing to irritate your fingers during long use.

Color coding around the collar speeds up selection. Once I learned my personal color map, I was grabbing the right driver by peripheral vision alone. It sounds minor, but when you’re moving between slotted, Phillips, and square in tight quarters, a quick glance saves time and frustration.

Balance is good across the set. The longer shanks don’t feel head‑heavy, and the stubby drivers sit naturally in the palm for higher torque or confined spaces. I didn’t notice any hot spots even after a run of cabinet hinge installs.

Tip fit and performance

The sand‑blasted tips are well executed. That matte texture adds just enough bite to reduce cam‑out without feeling gritty or undersized. Across common Phillips #1 and #2 screws, the fit was precise; seated fully, the driver supported steady torque without chattering out. On slotted heads, the blades are square and parallel—no tapered wedge that wants to walk out of the slot.

Magnetization is strong enough to hold a fastener reliably while you position the driver, yet not so strong that screws cling when you’re trying to back out and set them aside. Overhead work on ceiling fixtures was easier with one hand free for wire management, and I didn’t drop a single screw inside an appliance shell during a service panel removal.

Square (Robertson) tips are a welcome addition and a big reason I like this set for cabinetry. The SQ1 and SQ2 seat nicely in pocket hole and cabinet screws, with less wobble than I’ve seen in cheaper sets.

What’s in the set

Coverage is sensible for home maintenance, light carpentry, and general contracting tasks. You get:

• Slotted: 1/8" x 3", 1/4" x 1.75", 1/4" x 4", 3/16" x 6"
• Phillips: PH0 x 2.5", PH1 x 3", PH2 x 1.75", PH2 x 6"
• Square: SQ1 x 4", SQ2 x 4"

That mix handled everything from electronics covers (PH0) to door hardware (PH2) and cabinet installs (SQ2). The stubby PH2 and 1/4" slotted earned their keep inside a tight vanity cabinet, and the 6" shanks were perfect for switch plates and reaching past face frames.

There isn’t a dedicated storage case in the box. I parked mine in a wall rack, and the color bands make it easy to keep them sorted.

Durability and limitations

Across typical household duty, the set held up well. Tips still measure crisp after a few weeks, and the magnetism hasn’t noticeably faded. The shafts didn’t twist under the kind of torque you’d expect for manual driving.

A word of caution about the smallest slotted driver (1/8"): like any thin blade, it’s not built for prying, chiseling, or freeing corroded screws. Used appropriately on small fasteners, it’s fine; lean on it sideways or try to force a stuck screw and you can nick or chip the edge. If you’re working on tiny, stuck slotted screws—think vintage hardware or fixtures—reach for penetrating oil, proper sizing, or a precision driver set instead. The rest of the slotted drivers feel robust enough for typical utility work, and the PH2s absorb reasonable torque without marring.

I didn’t encounter any tip roll‑over or chrome flaking. The sand‑blasted finish seems to help maintain contact without prematurely polishing smooth. As always, match the bit to the screw head, seat it fully, and let the handle’s ergonomics do the work rather than muscling a mismatch.

Day‑to‑day usability

• Fast identification: The color rings speed up selection, and the tip icons on the handle caps are legible in a drawer.
• Reach and access: With both stubby and long options for PH2 and slotted, I rarely felt “between sizes.”
• Control: The handles’ geometry lets you apply micro‑adjustments—especially helpful when starting a screw straight in soft wood or plastic.
• Cleanliness and maintenance: A quick wipe keeps the handles looking new, and the sand‑blasted tips don’t trap grime the way knurled finishes sometimes do.

Value and warranty

You’re getting a practical assortment with features I actually notice in use—magnetized, well‑fitting tips and comfortable, torquey handles—backed by a limited lifetime warranty. For a set that lives on the bench or rides in a job bucket, that’s peace of mind. I can’t speak to the warranty process here, but the coverage itself is reassuring if a tip does fail under normal use.

Pricewise, this sits in the mid‑range for a brand‑name set. Given the inclusion of square drives and both short and long PH2s, the assortment feels more complete than many entry‑level kits. I never felt like I was missing a “must have” size during typical home and site work.

Who it’s for

• Homeowners and DIYers who want one set that covers most tasks without hunting for specialty bits.
• Cabinet installers and woodworkers who regularly encounter square drive hardware.
• General trades who prefer dedicated screwdrivers over bit drivers for common sizes (or want a reliable backup set in the van).

If you spend most of your time on precision electronics or heavy industrial work, this isn’t the right specialty tool. But for residential maintenance, light carpentry, and remodeling punch lists, it fits neatly.

Tips for best results

• Match the size: Especially with slotted screws, choose the blade that fully spans the slot depth and width.
• Seat the tip: A firm push to fully engage the sand‑blasted tip dramatically reduces cam‑out.
• Use the right driver for stuck fasteners: Penetrating oil, heat, or an impact driver may be smarter than cranking down on a hand driver—protecting both the screw and the tool.
• Don’t pry with the small slotted: It’s a screwdriver, not a chisel or pry bar.

The bottom line

The DeWalt 10‑piece set earned a permanent spot within arm’s reach in my shop. The combination of precise, magnetic tips and comfortable quad‑lobe handles makes everyday fastening genuinely easier, and the inclusion of square drivers broadens the set’s usefulness for cabinetry and furniture. While the smallest slotted driver demands a careful touch—as all thin blades do—I didn’t run into durability issues when using each tool for its intended purpose.

Recommendation: I recommend this set for anyone who needs a reliable, well‑rounded group of screwdrivers for home maintenance and general trade tasks. The ergonomics, tip quality, and smart size mix deliver strong day‑to‑day performance, and the limited lifetime warranty offers a safety net. If your work leans heavily on tiny slotted screws or abusive tasks, supplement with a precision set and a proper pry tool—but as a core screwdriver kit, this one hits the mark.