8 Best Wire Cutters




BEST FOR CRAFTING

Heavy Duty Side Cutting Pliers
BOENFU
  • High-visibility color
  • Low price
  • May not be durable enough for everyday use

Key Specs

  • Max Cutting Capacity: N/A
  • Size: 6 inches

These Boenfu cutters are designed to cut through coat hangers, artificial flower stems, and plastics—in addition to traditional wiring—making them well-suited for crafting and decorating hobbyists. Their orange handles make them easy to identify, and also feature a rubber grip that allows you to maintain maximum control while you cut.

These rubber handles, combined with the manageable 7.6-ounce weight, make this set comfortable to use for those all-day projects. While the six-inch length is convenient for transport and storage, this set is also available in a larger size for more heavy-duty tasks.

 

BEST CUTTER SET

High Leverage Diagonal Cutters
KNIPEX
  • High-quality construction
  • Non-slip grips
  • Expensive
  • May be redundant for some users

Key Specs

  • Max Cutting Capacity: 3/16-inch medium hard wire, 9/24-inch hard wire, 1/8-inch piano wire
  • Size: 6¼, 8, 10 inches

Whether you’re looking to expand your current wire cutting capabilities, or buying a gift for someone just starting out, this set is a great option. It includes three wire cutters, measuring 6¼, 8, and 10 inches long, so you’ll be prepared to tackle a wide range of wire sizes and settings.

These Knipex cutters all feature plastic-dipped handles for a solid and sturdy grip, and the chrome-vanadium steel bodies make them extremely durable. Plus, just like all Knipex tools, these are all covered under a limited lifetime warranty against defects.