What should every home toolkit have?
A Bosch 500 W drill kit, a Taparia screwdriver set, a Stanley 5 m tape, Wipro LED bulbs, a GM surge-protected extension board and Fevikwik.
By Siddhi Panchal · Updated October 23, 2026
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Quick picks
| Best for | Pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Drilling | Bosch GSB 500 RE Drill + 100-Piece Kit | 500 W impact drill with a 10 mm chuck and a 100-piece accessory kit |
| Screws | Taparia 840 Screwdriver Set with Neon Bulb | 5 blades, an extension rod and a handle with a neon test bulb |
| Measuring | Stanley 5 m Measuring Tape | Compact 5 m tape with a push lock and auto retract |
| Lighting | Wipro Garnet 9W LED Bulb (Pack of 4) | Four 9 W cool day white B22 LED bulbs with surge protection |
| Power | GM 3060 Extension Board with Surge Protector | 4-socket extension board with surge protection, thermal trip and safety shutters |
| Repairs | Fevikwik Advanced 3 g (Pack of 2) | Waterproof, shock-proof instant glue with 20–25 seconds to align |
Best for drilling
Bosch GSB 500 RE Drill + 100-Piece Kit
500 W impact drill with a 10 mm chuck and a 100-piece accessory kit.
Catch: Corded; needs a socket nearby.
| Power | 500 W |
|---|---|
| Speed | Up to 2,600 RPM |
| Chuck | 10 mm |
| Torque | 54 Nm |
| Kit | 100 pieces |
Source: Bosch's official Amazon.in store listing.
Price on Amazon.in
Best for screws
Taparia 840 Screwdriver Set with Neon Bulb
5 blades, an extension rod and a handle with a neon test bulb.
Catch: Small set; no torx bits.
| Blades | 5 (flat, Phillips 0 and 1, square poker) |
|---|---|
| Handle | With neon bulb |
| Steel | High grade |
| Standard | IS 844 |
Source: Taparia's official Amazon.in store listing.
Price on Amazon.in
Best for measuring
Stanley 5 m Measuring Tape
Compact 5 m tape with a push lock and auto retract.
Catch: Plastic case.
| Length | 5 m |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | ±0.5% |
| Lock | Push lock |
| Warranty | Limited lifetime |
Source: STANLEY's official Amazon.in store listing.
Price on Amazon.in
Best for lighting
Wipro Garnet 9W LED Bulb (Pack of 4)
Four 9 W cool day white B22 LED bulbs with surge protection.
Catch: Cool white only (6500K).
| Pack | 4 |
|---|---|
| Power | 9 W |
| Colour | Cool day white, 6500K |
| Base | B22 |
| Protection | 4 kV surge, 150–300 V |
Source: wipro's official Amazon.in store listing.
Price on Amazon.in
Best for power
GM 3060 Extension Board with Surge Protector
4-socket extension board with surge protection, thermal trip and safety shutters.
Catch: 10 A; not for heaters or ACs.
| Sockets | 4 universal |
|---|---|
| Rating | 10 A, 250 V |
| Cord | 2 m |
| Safety | Surge protection, thermal trip, shutters, master switch |
Source: GM's official Amazon.in store listing.
Price on Amazon.in
Best for repairs
Fevikwik Advanced 3 g (Pack of 2)
Waterproof, shock-proof instant glue with 20–25 seconds to align.
Catch: Tiny 3 g tubes; bonds skin fast.
| Pack | 2 × 3 g |
|---|---|
| Set time | 20–25 seconds |
| Bond | Waterproof, shock-proof |
| Surfaces | Wood, metal, ceramic, most plastics, glass, rubber |
Source: Fevikwik's official Amazon.in store listing.
Price on Amazon.in
How we picked
We picked one product per job from brands with an official store on Amazon.in, and checked that each was live and in stock on 23 Oct 2026. Specs come from the brand's own website where it publishes them; otherwise from the brand's official Amazon.in store listing, and each pick names its source. We show no price unless it comes live from Amazon.in with the time it was checked. None of these have been tested hands-on yet.
See all Tools & Home ImprovementFAQs
Can the Bosch GSB 500 RE drill into brick?
Yes. Bosch lists masonry, metal and wood, with a 10 mm chuck and impact mode.
What does the GM board protect against?
GM lists surge protection, a thermal trip for overloads and child-safety shutters.
How long does Fevikwik Advanced take to set?
About 20–25 seconds, which gives you time to align the parts.
Have you tested these hands-on?
Not yet. This guide is research-based, from each brand's published specs. We will say so clearly when one has been tested.