E-Z Ancor Zinc Self-Drilling Drywall Anchor Kit (EKZ050, 50 anchors and screws)
Dependable self-drilling metal drywall anchors for light to medium loads, if installed without overtightening.
We bought Bosto 210 Pcs Drywall Anchors and Screws Kit, Self-Drilling Wall Anchors. It's no longer documented anywhere, so this page reviews the closest well-covered match. It is the best known brand of self-drilling drywall anchor sold as a kit with matching screws, with published load ratings.
The short version
- Renters and homeowners hanging pictures, mirrors and small shelves
- Anyone who wants anchors that install without a drill bit
- People who want a stock of matching anchors and screws
- You are mounting a TV or anything on a ceiling
- Your walls are plaster, masonry or metal studs
- You need a mix of anchor types and sizes in one kit
What owners like
- Fast, simple install with only a screwdriver
- Metal anchors hold up where plastic ones crack
- Items stay put for years in ordinary drywall
- Low cost per anchor
Common complaints
- Overtightening strips the drywall or makes the anchor back out
- Can take a lot of torque in hard or older drywall
- Leaves a larger hole to patch than a nail
- Not for ceilings or heavy loads such as TVs
Based on E-Z Ancor's maker specs from ITW Buildex, the Amazon listing, a Bob Vila drywall anchor test and a long term owner review of a sister E-Z Ancor anchor on Tom's Tek Stop..
Research scores
Scored from the maker's specs and what owners report. Drew's own notes and photos will refine these.
Ownership
Drew's hands-on notes for this product are on the way. Long-term updates will be added to this timeline.
What it does
A kit of 50 zinc self-drilling drywall anchors with 50 #8 x 1-1/4 in Phillips screws for hanging shelves, mirrors and pictures; reviewed here in place of the Bosto 210 piece self-drilling anchor kit it resembles.
- Drills its own hole in drywall, so no pre-drilling
- Metal body is more durable than plastic self-drilling anchors
- Matching screws included
- Installs flush with a hand screwdriver
- Removable, so holes can be reused or patched
A solid choice for hanging light to medium items on drywall without drilling a pilot hole, from a well known anchor brand with published load ratings. The trade-offs are that holding power depends on drywall thickness, the anchors can strip or back out if overtightened, and the kit holds fewer pieces than the original.
How it compares
Specs
- Contents
- 50 anchors, 50 screws
- Anchor
- Zinc, self-drilling
- Screws
- #8 x 1-1/4 in Phillips
- Rated hold (E-Z Ancor)
- 40 lb in 3/8 in, 50 lb in 1/2 in, 75 lb in 5/8 in drywall
- Wall type
- Gypsum drywall 3/8, 1/2 or 5/8 in thick
- Tools
- Phillips screwdriver or drill driver; no pilot hole
Worth knowing
- E-Z Ancor says not to use these anchors on ceilings.
- E-Z Ancor says not to use them to mount televisions.
- Do not overtighten; stop when the anchor is flush with the wall.
- Rated loads depend on drywall thickness.
Questions
How much weight do E-Z Ancor self-drilling anchors hold?
E-Z Ancor rates the standard anchor at 40 lb in 3/8 in, 50 lb in 1/2 in and 75 lb in 5/8 in drywall.
Do you need to pre-drill?
No. Press the tip into the drywall and turn it in until flush, then drive the screw.
Why does a self-drilling anchor spin or strip?
Usually from overtightening. Stop when the anchor and screw head sit flush.
Does using more anchors add up the weight rating?
Not directly. E-Z Ancor says multiple anchors do not raise capacity in simple steps.
Sources
- Amazon.com: E-Z Ancor kit, 50 Zinc Self Drilling Drywall Anchors with 50 Phillip Screws #8 x 1-1/4" #EKZ050
- Buildex: E-Z Drywall Anchors
- Bob Vila: The Best Drywall Anchors, Tested and Reviewed
- Tom's Tek Stop: E Z Ancor Stud Solver Drywall and Stud Anchor Review
Researched 2026-10-02. We bought this product; our page is built from the maker's details and what owners report across reviews and forums. We never copy Amazon customer reviews.