Tekton has added an aluminum handled bit driver to its screwdriver range. The DBA23000 takes standard 1/4 inch hex bits, holds them with a magnet and has a 1/4 inch drive square in the back of the handle, so a ratchet or torque wrench can be added when a fastener needs more force. Tekton sells it for $20 on its own store, and it is also listed on Amazon. ToolGuyd reported the launch on October 15, 2026.
Built around one handle
Instead of a plastic grip, Tekton went with 6061 aluminum in a matte black anodized finish, shaped in a three lobe profile. According to Tekton, that shape gives more leverage for turning by hand and stops the driver from rolling off a bench.
Two knurled zones, one at the front of the handle and one at the back, use a deep, sharp cut diamond pattern. Tekton says they give a non slip grip and make it easier to spin the driver quickly.
Other details from Tekton’s product page:
- Full length shank of 50BV30 chromium vanadium steel with a chrome plated finish, pressed into the handle
- 3.2 inch exposed blade, similar to a standard screwdriver
- Magnetic bit holder in polished 302 stainless steel, with a nickel plated neodymium magnet set in a brass sleeve that Tekton says is press fit and cannot come out
- Item weight of 0.37 lb, made in Taiwan
ToolGuyd notes that the holder works with both Tekton’s short 0.75 inch bits and its longer 1.18 inch bits.
The drive square is the main idea
The 1/4 inch square drive in the butt of the handle changes how the tool can be used. Tekton’s suggested routine is to fit a ratchet to break a stubborn fastener loose, pull the ratchet off, and then spin the driver by hand to run the fastener out. The company also says you can attach a torque wrench to tighten a fastener to a set value, which is useful wherever a fastener has a torque spec.
Because the holder takes any 1/4 inch hex shank accessory, Tekton lists its magnetic bit holder extensions, mini socket adapters and 2 inch socket adapters as companions for the driver.
What it means for you
At $20, this is a low cost way to get a solid metal bit driver that can also act as a ratchet or torque wrench handle. It suits mechanics, equipment techs and DIYers who already keep a 1/4 inch ratchet in the drawer.
There are trade offs to weigh. Some ToolGuyd readers pointed out that aluminum handles can pick up dings in a tool bag and can get hot when left on a running engine, while others who already own one praised the strong magnet and the feel of the knurling. ToolGuyd said it bought one for a closer look, so hands on impressions should follow.
Tekton lists the price on its US store, and stock and pricing on Amazon can change at any time.
