WEN 23190 1.3-Amp Variable Speed Steady-Grip Rotary Tool (190-Piece) and 282-Piece Accessory Kit

I used to use a Dremel tool all the time when I was a kid 25-30 years ago And they always cost a fortune back then. I really liked the fact that this came with the flex shaft attachment, and the variety of accessories that came with the tool for the price. I very much like that you’re able to adjust the speed of the motor. I cannot speak to its durability yet as I’ve only used it on a couple of projects, but it has worked very well. The flex shaft makes it very versatile for multiple different jobs. I personally got it for cleaning metal in a hard to reach spot under the hood of my car. It’s accorded Dremel so you don’t have to worry about the battery going dead. The only thing I noticed was the motor labored a little bit if you bent the flex shaft too far. Seems durable enough, and I especially liked the fact that it came with the part number and instructions for replacing the brushes in the motor.

A great alternative to the much more expensive Dremel tool. My rechargable Dremel battery had given up so I replaced the whole tool with this. It is compatible with all my existing Dremel bits. Works great so far. At this price point, you don't get a brushless motor, so it does get a bit warm and it's lifespan is probably limited, but for light use it's great value

While trying to tightening down the collet/chuck on the end of the flexible shaft, the inner metal shaft itself sheared loose of the housing of the handle, ripping apart parts of the handle, and is no longer useable. That’s fine, since I didn’t plan on using the flexible shaft much, but it still knocks a star off of the review in my opinion—it broke and is not useable. Otherwise, it’s pretty perfectly comparable to a dremel in size, noise, power and power adjustment, and utility. 9.5/10

Fantastic rotary tool. I ordered this after my Dremel died on me and the cost of a comparable replacement was ridiculous. I had heard of WEN in the past when I was looking to buy a new drill press and really only ever heard good things, so I decided to give them a shot. Once in a while I get it right and this was one of those times. This tool is comfortable in the hand, has plenty of adjustable power, fantastic battery life and great bonus features. The added light at the end of the tool is extremely helpful and not overbearing. The unit came with a charge on it and I kept wondering when it was going to stop but it seemed to run for days. Charging was quick and I was buck up and running. The accessory kit provided ample enough attachments to get you going on just about any type of small project. This was my first WEN product but definitely not my last.

Good grief!How can this be any good at a price of 25$ ???Amazingly, it is - quite good indeed.Reading the other reviews, I get the feeling that some are trying desperately to find something wrong with this deal. As far as I can tell, it is the equal of moto-tools at three times the price. And it comes with a functional flexible shaft, and several attachments - including a workable router base, and a box of sanding-grinding-cutting-drilling bits, and the much-needed set of collets. And also, a nice organized storage pouch to hold everything together.Wen is a terrific company for decent quality inexpensive tools. Check out their 10" x 40 tooth carbide circular saw blade for $12.36! Amazing - and it works!

Oddly enough, the Wen brand keyless chuck 2305-KC does NOT fit this tool (as other reviews have stated).HOWEVER, the Dremel brand 4486 keyless chuck DOES fit this tool perfectly.Once this keyless bit is installed, you can fit just about any size rotary tool bit without issue (since the chuck changes size like a drill chuck depending on how much you tighten it down).An annoying thing about rotary tools is the different attachments/bits often aren’t compatible with the different chuck sizes on the rotary tools (there seems to be 2 main sizes, but not much info about which size is which) so I’ve wound up with a drawer full of bits that often don’t fit into my rotary tool. But with this adjustable chuck, that’s no longer an issue for me!Other than the chuck needing to be upgraded, this rotary tool has worked very well for me. A little on the weak side, but good for more delicate work (I’ll use my corded one for tougher jobs).So I recommend this tool, but DEFINITELY consider getting the Dremel 4486 chuck for it.