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The chuck stays in the release position and you just push the new bit in and the chuck locks it in place. I have at least a half dozen of these chucks in various brands but the Bosch Clic-Change chuck is the best for several reasons. It seems so simple but I promise you it will save you time as well as the hassle of having to hold the spring-loaded type release of most other brands with one hand while removing or inserting the various bits with the other. Aside from the top quality construction, the way it holds all bits securely and lack of run out, it is the only truly one-handed adapter that I've come across. When you release the bit by pulling on the rubber padded collar, it pops the bit loose so you can pull it out with the same hand. I've since added this chuck to all of the drills I commonly use. Anyone want some free non-Bosch quick-change chucks.
Their #1 Phillips bit is also substantially less pointy than the others I have, so it actually stays in the screw head when I use it with my impact driver. This is a welcome change after years of screwing around with Makita's speed chuck. Not only is it easier to use with one hand, it actually holds the bits steady (not quite as steady as if they were clamped in the chuck proper, but pretty steady) and it adds only a small amount of length to your drill. I'll have to pick up some more of those goodies. Why more retailers don't carry these, I have no idea.
The Kobalt (Lowes) is the same as this Bosch - but for half the price. It's a very handy thing to have if you need to drive various kinds of fasteners. The only negative is the blue rubber thingy tends to get pushed off in tight spots and I'm sure it will eventually get lost or ruined.
They both work great, once you try it, you will not want to go back locking and unlocking chuck on your drill every time you need to change the bit. I have 2 quick change chucks, one from Dewalt and this one from Bosch. I keep one in each of my 2 drills. The only difference between the 2 brands, in case you are trying to compare, is that the Bosch seems to unlock the bit in a more logical way, maybe samewhat easier. However, they are both quality accessories, and once you own it, you will get used to the operation and will not notice any major difference.
I bought the Pocket Driver from Bosch, and you can see that this set is paired with that particular product. It works well with a regular chuck drill, and is a breeze changing bits. So I bought this set to go along with my new pocket drill. I may be not seeing how they go together, but the chuck stem does not fit in the pocket driver head. It is just a tug and snap to change bits and that makes every job easier when you don't have to loosen/tighten the chuck with each change. Check for compatibility with your type of drill before purchasing.
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