Electric Ball Grip

After wanting a electric screwdriver that's less bulky than my usual drill/driver, for precision work and tight spaces, I bought a Ryobi 4V unit (FVD01) for about $25. And is it pretty good. This Vessel electrical screwdriver is better in almost every way, the exception of course being the price. So what is better for the extra $20? Its smaller, lighter and more ergonomic so it works better in tight spaces and the proved bit it longer for better reach (although bits are interchangeable with both via a 1/4" hex chuck, so that a very small advantage). The Vessel chuck is close-fitting and locking via a sliding collar, the Ryobi has a looser fitting, push in chuck with magnetic retention. I prefer the Vessel for bit security and the tighter tolerances resulting in less slop in mechanism and so the driver tip doesn't flop around, which is important when starting screws. It takes I suppose a little bit longer to swap bits, since you have to slide to the collar forward to release the bit with the Vessel, but you can slide the collar and remove the bit in one hand movement, so the difference is negligible for me.The real difference is the adjustable speed/torque setting on the Vessel, meaning I can adjust the tool to the job; the Ryobi is one speed, one torque. Top end speed for the Ryobi is about the same as the lowest speed for the Vessel. At the top end speed, I've used hex end drill bits in the Vessel for drilling plastic, so this unit can double as a light duty drill under the right circumstances. The slower speed and sloppier chuck makes this idea impractical for the Ryobi. No cutout clutch on either unit, but I'm not sure you could fit one as they are both quite small and it would also no doubt raise the price.Torque ratings for the Vessel are 1.2, 1.6 and 2 Nm for the fast, medium and slow speed and 12 Nm if you use it as a manual screwdriver. Torque rating for the Ryobi aren't listed on the website or manual.Both use a two position switch to run the driver. The Ryobi has a rubber covered, rocker style switch, the Vessel is a semi-recessed sliding switch. Both work the same way, chose the button side towards the work to drive screws in, away to drive screws out. The slight recessed nature of the Vessel switch had me a bit annoyed at first, it seemed hard to get to. But in use, the switch slides easily and works fine. I suspect the Ryobi would handle dust and moisture better with the rubber cover, but I haven't had either unit long enough for switch life to be a concern, so I don't know if my intuition is accurate. The ergonomics of the Vessel also work well here, if you grip the tool the way that feels natural, your thumb falls right on the switch, so you don't have to make any grip adjustments to activate the switch. If you have larger or smaller hands than me, I guess that might not be the case, but I'm a pretty average sized guy.The Vessel is USB-C charging, the Ryobi USB micro, if that matters to you. I'm trying to move over to a completely USB-C household, so I liked this feature. I haven't run either unit down to a flat battery, so I can't speak to relative charging times and battery capacity info for either is hard to find. Claimed charge time on the Vessel is 60 mins.Is it worth the 80% premium in price over the Ryobi? For me it is. Its easier to use, more flexible in operation and clearly more solidly built. I'll probably still keep the Ryobi as a back-up, since it works fine and still does a pretty good job, but I'll reach for the Vessel for preference.

Nice electric screwdriver, I love that it has usb cThe variable speeds are nice though I always keep it in the highest setting which is enough to satisfy meThe torque wasn't what I needed, but it's enough for small screws (think smaller than a Ph#0), I don't believe this is a good choice for an industrial setting where corrosion, loctite, or self drilling screws are usedBut if you're going around the house, working on models, or doing repetitive work, this is a great tool

the tool quality are nice, variabl speed are almost the same, torque not enough

These Vessel screwdrivers are a perfect addition to any toolbox- whether it’s a small kitchen honedoo drawer or a pro’s Snap On 3 bay rig at the shop. Amazing concept well executed. Don’t buy the knockoffs, vessel is worth buying the name brand.

Very good battery screwdriver

Used by our awesome all-girls robotics team. This was a quick and convenient way to install and remove 2.5 and 3.0mm hex cap screws. We kept it on the lowest speed and highest torque. Sometimes there was not enough torque to remove, and it could be used as manual screw driver to break the fastener loose. One drawback is the rubber on the slide switch rubbed off rather quickly. Still works well.

Nice unit!!! Works really good and battery lasts

IMO this is the best electric screwdriver on the market right now. Super compact, USB-C charging is a nice plus. I like the collet that doesn't let your bits come out. A few wishes:1. I wish it came with more than one bit2. I wish it had a clutch, rather than a motor current limit3. The adjustable RPM is nice, but I wish the throttle itself was featherable. Right now its either 0 RPM or whatever RPM you have it set to. Nowhere in between.