Black & Decker VPX903X1 Li-Ion VPX Starter Set with Power Screwdriver, Cut Saw, Flashlight, and VPX Battery with Charger
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Tools and Hardware Reviews of Black & Decker VPX903X1 Li-Ion VPX Starter Set with Power Screwdriver, Cut Saw, Flashlight, and VPX Battery with Charger
Customer Review: Nice little set for the home.
Summary: 4 Stars
This system is nice for the average homeowner, its not for contractors or heavy use. I tested the screw driver by driving a 3" screw into a hard wood 2x4 it did ok on the 1st setting, second setting it stalled out, but that is to be expected with a 7 volt. I was actually surprised it better in my test than i expected. Since most people will not use it to drive 3"screws this system should do just fine. The screw drivers could use a clutch and a brake but then again your not paying a $150 for just a screw driver. The Saw is pretty handy as well, i used the same 2x4 and it did just ok, but when i used it on a laminate floor piece and 1/2 inch cedar fencing and it did really well. The flashlight works, its a 3 led and does what it should. I like this set because its comfortable to use and handy for for around the house. The cool thing about the set it the lithium ion batteries, Should work for most homeowners.Customer Review: Not Bad
Summary: 4 Stars
Bought this for odd jobs around an office building (hanging corkboards, taking apart furniture, ext...). I was surprised by how much torque the screwdriver has and I have to say the battery life is a lot better than expected. I have not tested the saw but I do not have that much use for it here. I found the light very bright with good coverage and like that it is not going to roll off when I am working. The only reason I did not give it a higher rating is it only comes with one battery. This set is great for simple jobs around the house and office setting but if you are planning on larger projects or commercial use I would suggest looking elsewhere.Customer Review: Not a lightweight
Summary: 5 Stars
We purchased this set at a very critical time -- we were just about to move into a house and had a long list of things we wanted to do, including but not limited to: cut a hole in the basement door for a cat door, install curtain rods, dis-assemble and assemble furniture and closet organizers, install cabinet hardware on brand-new maple cabinets in the kitchen and bathrooms, hang a medicine cabinet, etc. We've used these tools every day for almost two weeks and have only put the batteries on the chargers once -- not because we needed to, but because we thought we should.
We were concerned that they would not have enough power for our many needs. We've never had a problem with it not being able to handle any job asked of them.
The one recommendation I would make is to purchase a set of drill bits, as the bits it comes with are not enough for most jobs. Fortunately, it takes standard drill bits with ease.
Just because they are small and seem lightweight doesn't mean they aren't tough enough to tackle most household jobs (even the electrician borrowed our screwdriver for awhile). As a woman with small hands, the tools are very comfortable for me to use, but they are also comfortable for my husband, whose hands are pretty big.
Customer Review: Remarkable new system
Summary: 5 Stars
The new VPX system by Black and Decker has been initially quite impressive. It is light-weight, compact and yet relatively powerful. The battery is small but holds a reasonable capacity. The tools are compact and easy-to-use. Although time and use will tell the fuller story, my initial experiences have been very positive and I especially find the Cut Saw a very versatile tool around my model railroad project. I hope that I am still as happy with the system a year from now but the early indicators are quite positiveCustomer Review: Simply Amazing...
Summary: 5 Stars
OK, first of all... Y DID BLACK AND DECKER DISCONTINUE THIS ITEM?!?!?!?
I... I just can't understand it... the only conclusion I can come to, is this:
"This product is so amazing that they feared people would never purchase any other of their items"
I'm serious! this product is just so all around perfect! Ample power, sturdy construction, and well, I have to say it... They Look So COOL! I'm in the process of making an island for my kitchen and I have to say, these tools are doing the job!
I can't wait to buy more of the VPX line :)