B&D Versapak electric screwdriver: replace batteries again, or replace the screwdriver?

[TF from MN]

After many years, my Black and Decker electric screwdriver's second set of replacement batteries will no longer recharge. (It uses one battery, but came with a set of two, plus two-place charger.)

I can replace the pair of batteries for $16 to $35 depending on vendor. Or say goodbye to this elderly screwdriver, and replace it with a new one. I'd think that new ones work better than year-2000 screwdrivers. Thanks for an opinion, if you have one.

 

[TF from MN]

OK - I went for the new batteries option. Thanks if you considered this question.

 

[hd09]

If you got lithium they should last. I have several makita 18v that just keep on and on.

 

[J. Bonkosky]

If the tool works and you can get a battery it seems like an easy choice.

 

[TomBrokaw]

I've replaced the battery when I've encountered parallel situations.

 

[LeftFinger]

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