Wera 838 RA-L ratcheting screwdriver

[SixThirtyTwo]

Is this a good ratcheting screwdriver? Or is there another (preferably less expensive) driver I should consider?

I'm not familiar with Wera's naming convention. I assume the following is true:

RA = ratcheting
L = large

I don't know what the numeric component denotes.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0DYP63RX1?tag=atomicindus08-20

One requirement is that it's compatible with the standard one-inch hex bits that I already own. I also don't like the type with a hollow-handle bit reservoirs.

I might just get a cheap ratcheting driver and put the money toward some high quality regular screwdrivers. Wera's Lasertip look interesting. Is there a basic set one of you might recommend that consists of the most "useful" (subjective) sizes to start with? Not precision drivers, as I already have plenty of those.

I'll try to clarify tomorrow if anyone takes the time to reply and the above was unclear.

 

[lu787a]

The recently released Klein Racheting Bit Holder has good reviews. The bit holder supposedly is compatible with almost all 1/4 hex bits and has little play. I'm not a big fan of the Wera Rapidaptor, I think the bits have too much slop in them.

https://www.amazon.com/32960ARCHT-Ratcheting-Screwdriver-Quick-Release-Double-Ended/dp/B0GYFVRYMP/?tag=atomicindus08-20

 

[YesIHaveAHammer]

The M size one is good. Good size for the pouch set it came in, but a little on the small size for self tappers sometimes.

One requirement is that it's compatible with the standard one-inch hex bits that I already own

It will be, but you'll be aware of the limitations of no shaft and short bits. My set came with their 89mm long bits.