I had similar experiences. Buying a set of JIS screwdrivers was one of the best decisions I ever made. They even work on screws that have been mangled by improp

I had similar experiences. Buying a set of JIS screwdrivers was one of the best decisions I ever made. They even work on screws that have been mangled by improper tools. I haven't stripped a screw head since, though I've had to use an impact driver on a few really stubborn ones.