Wera - 5052502001 889/4/1 K Rapidaptor Universal Bit Holder for 1/4" Hex Drives, 2" Long

Love this thing! Put it in my Wera stubby and creates the perfect height for most jobs. Bit holder works as advertised and the magnetization is strong. No bits have fell out and the adaptor itself has stayed in everything I put it in. Perfect for putting in a drill and going to work, it’s handled taking off tons of panels.

This is a great bit holder for screwdriver tips. The holder/collar stays in the out position after ejecting a bit so that when the new bit slides into the holder, it just self-locks without having to pull the collar back. This makes it easy to use. I purchased this "Rapidaptor" along others of various sizes. I've used them in drill/drivers as well as handheld screw drivers. The magnetic retention system holds the bits and hardware well.

Over the years I have tried dozens of bit holders and these are my favorite, especially for deck building. They never fail. It works with both types of bits, the short bits and the 2" long bits. The bit stays put. And the bit gets ejected easily once released. The magnet is strong as well. They come in a longer extension version as well. The only complaint is it doesn't work in tight areas, you have to have at least a 1/2 diameter of space around the screw.

In a nutshell: Best all around quality, Best design, Best features, Best quick release bit holder. I use quick load bit holders on my 12v Milwaulkee Impact drivers. The small quick release on the impact drivers are small, difficult to grasp, and have to pull collar out in order to push the bit in. Awkward!! But this Wera quick release loader eliminates binding & makes rapidly changing bits an absolute breeze!This Wera tool is phenomenal & not only easily handles 1/4 shanks, but also the short 1 inch long straight shank bits (e.g. phillips, blade, star, square, etc.) with ease. Previously I used the DEWALT DW2505 Rapid Load Holder but I found it was too long (3inches) and awkward. This Wera is easier to grasp & eject, more precise holding bit alignment and 33% closer to the work for better accuracy, top quality, and smother operation all the way around than the China made Dewalt DW2505.It ejects everything very smoothly. And the magnet is designed to not over power the bit so that the bit slips out perfectly when released. No 'back holding' or tugging to remove the bit. This bit does it all and in a much more convenient, less bulky shorter 2in length vs 3in for the Dewalt.The Dewalt wobbles more and encourages bit walk due to it's longer length & looser tolerances. The Dewalt is also harder to control vs the shorter compact length of the Wera. Precise, under control, and easier to pop off the bit for the next one this Wera has increased my drilling speed, comfort & efficiency. It has eliminated a hassle and made things fun again.Wera is German made and the quality shows. It's an easy one handed operation,...Push in a new bit to automatically lock,... Pull back the collar to release and eject. I have an injury to my thumb and find the Wera collar is much easier on my joints to load /eject vs the Dewalt collar. I will be purchasing more of the Wera K Rapidaptors'.Hands down, this Quick Release Wera is in a class by itself. All of the 5 star reviews were correct. It's a pleasure to recommend a great product that deserves 5 stars with the good feeling that my purchase is helping support a free, democratic country.

(Update 7Jan22) I only use the non magnetic model, (889/4/1). I lost it for a short while, and immediately bought a second one. After a year I found it. Now the non magnetic one is on both my impact drivers.(Original review) The SD label on the item listing refers to the packaging. It is the same as this item. (added 2APR2020)This is a good tool. Swapping bits is pleasantly easy compared to the other options out there. You have to fight with the ones from other brands, and then use this item to understand that opinion. The ease of use is so nice, I'm benching all my 2 inch bits and I'm going to use this with bit inserts going forward. I will continue to try to find something that does a little more.This Wera bit holder is extremely easy to use with Milwaukee bits. They pop in and out with ease. This holder is much better at inserting and releasing the bits compared to the Makita version. The Makita is just plain irritating to use, because it doesn't release the bits. The Wera retaining system is very good, and easy to manipulate. The bits do not fall out when the screw is done, like they do in my other magnetic bit holders, (Ryobi, Milwaukee, Makita, Stanley...).I have both Milwaukee and Wiha 2 inch bits, and they are both fantastic. I would like to have a simple solution to make them better at holding the fastener in both downward and horizontal pointing angles. I also have a large collection of Milwaukee bit inserts, and a small collection of the Makita inserts. I have the Makita B-35097 Impact Gold Ultra-Magnetic Torsion Insert Bit Holder. It does hold the screws at weird angles, with the insert bits. However, it is clunky to use. The bits fall out in use and the bits are frustrating to change in and out.I want this part to also hold the screw in position. That would be perfection. I thought the metal ring around the bit might be a rare earth magnet, and slide down to hold a screw in both downward and horizontal pointing angles, but it does not.Dewalt makes a part that comes in a 3 pack, that slides up and down the normal 2 inch bits from most brands, and magnetically holds a screw in place. I will try them out, but I would prefer to use something like this item, that makes bit changes ridiculously easy. The built in impact driver bit holders on both of my tools (Ridgid and Makita) are okay, but this tool is so much smoother, that I will just leave it installed.The search continues.(Updated) It appears Wera offers another version, in line with what I want. It is the 887/4 RR. It has the magnet built into it. I just ordered that one. You will also find the 887/4 RR SB. They are the same product. The "SB" refers to the packaging. I will post a review for that as well, once I have my hands on it. I'm keeping both, if the 887/4 works just as smooth. I have two impact drivers, and it gives me options for both.(Update 24Mar20) I like them both. I recommend both. If you are pulling and installing screws, use this tool. If you are just installing a bunch, use the 887/4/1. I included a picture of all the ones I have for reference. The 889/4/1 is the smaller one of the two with green accents.See my review of the 887/4/1 if you want to learn more there. It has the same picture.(Update 2Apr2020) I've been working on a project lately. I found this, and its friend, the 887/4/1, are very good at holding all brands of bits, even ones that sometimes slide out of magnetic holders. And they hold them tightly. I really appreciated this, as I have one set of nut driver bits that keeps falling out of the other four bit holders I own. Problem solved!

This is the best bit holder I have ever owned. There are three styles of bases on bits and this holder seems to grip them all well.