An impact driver has a collet that accepts 1/4-inch hex shank driver bits—to insert or release a bit you pull the collet forward. … Impact driver bits are built to withstand more torque; you can pick up this set of 70 bits from Makita for a reasonable $29. Impact drivers require a bit of feel to get used to.

Can I use impact bits in a regular drill?

Given that regular drill bits output lower levels of torque than impact drivers, it’s pretty safe to use impact-driver bits with regular drills. In fact, these bits are engineered to deal with higher levels of stress which makes them even safer to be used with a regular drill.

Are impact bits better?

If we think about it, the softer (more ductile) bit should round faster! With this testing method, all but the worst standard bits are going to outperform impact rated bits. The Milwaukee Shockwave impact rated bits are designed to outperform standard bits when the maximum torque of the driver is applied.