I started buying Knipex about 2 years ago. I love them!! Like you said. The raptors are a wonderful tool to use!! Whenever I reach for them (any knipex) I get a smile on my face because I know the quality I’m about to hold and the ability of said tool 👍🤜🤛
Cobras and Pliers Wrench are probably the two most popular Knipex tools. I personally prefer the pliers wrench because the non marring jaws, and I also like them in 180mm.
I've had the pliers wrenches since release they're okay but if you use them alot the Jaws end up getting loser and loser I've done had over 25 pairs warrantied out if they didn't have a lifetime warranty through my snap on dealer I wouldn't have them!
Happy to say that for around the house use I have three of your five, 180 cobra, twin grip plier and 180 plier wrench, all with comfort grips. You're right on about the 180 size, particularly around the house, plenty of tool. Great tools, little pricey but good value.
My list as a diesel mechanic. Xl cobras, the big guns set 300 cobras 250 circlip pliers, inside and outside Mini bolt cutters Flush cuts I do not own a set of knipex tools with the molded handles, I buy the basic variants. But I’ve definitely noticed, that even if I have a tool that should be a better quality, like snap-on, I’m reaching for my knipex version or alternative. I have an old pair of snap-on slip joint pliers, I inherited them and they are older than I am, I love them, and I use them everyday, but for grabbing onto things I find myself still reaching for the cobras. I had a pair of cheap flush cutters, just to clean up zip ties after jobs, and kept wearing the blades out on them, they no longer cut as clean and started to not be able to cut into plastic parts bags and instead started to tear. So I splurged and got the knipex alternative, it’s not that expensive just that it was something that I couldn’t see the point in spending more money on, and I was really wrong, the second I had them in my hands and was using them it was a total game changer. I couldn’t believe the difference in two tools that looked almost identical, but the knipex are a joy to use where the other brands were mediocre. Even snap-on can’t compare to knipex in the flush cut department.
I also have a pair of those twin grip pliers and they are incredible I also have the vampires and these are far better than the vampires. Much greater capabilities
Cobra 150 for edc, Cobra 180 around the house, or in the pocket at work and the Cobra 250 in the toolchest at work. The general use pliers Knipex 03-02-180 , are my favorite pliers ever, they cut cable easier than any other I ever had, easier even than the Knipex angle cutters, that have longer handle!!! Also Knipex pliers wrench, either the 180 or the 250 depending on your needs! There are so many other great tools this company makes, that it could be difficult, to include them all, or even create a "Top 10" !!!
I started buy Knipex tools many years ago and my collection of them is vast and the Cobra/Pliers wrench are some of the best. I just recently purchased 2024 ZX6R motor cycle and needed to adjust the chain, I needed a 32mm socked and didn't have it on hand, but the 12 inch pliers wrench did the job of loosening and tightening that castle nut with ease. The twin grip is my latest addition and it's awesome.
Greetings from Germany... where these are all a bit cheaper, fortunately. I‘m a big Knipex fan myself, owning more than 25 different types. The oldest one I‘ve got is older than me, it was made in the early 60ies, it‘s a flat one without any grip coating. Although I also have a modern one of that type with the comfort grip, too, sometimes the older one just gives a better touch to the things gripped. I prefer the 150 and 250mm Cobras: the latter being a beefy waterpump pliers as we know them, but the 150er is a class of its own, extremely handy. And I‘m not a big fan of the combination pliers; they do various tasks, but none of them really well. On my list would be the CoBolt 250 as the strongest cutter there is in that length category.
Greetings! Thank you for stopping by and sharing your own suggestions! This community needs people like you from other parts of the world to share their opinions and experiences!
Most general purpose gripping plier has got to be something like a 41 04 250 a 10” vice grip plier. The Petersen Vice Grip plier is a classic - I have multiple pairs of them. Start using Vice Grips and you’ll definitely add them to the list.
The Knipex Cobras are the best tools I have. I've got the big one and the small one, and they go through plenty of abuse, and just keep going. They're awesome, and well worth their price!
The pliers wrench is a fantastic tool. Once in awhile a new class of tools appears that flushes away tools used for generations. The Knipex pliers wrench completely obsoleted the awful adjustable wrench. Likewise, battery driven tools are now replacing air driven tools.
@@ParklanCustom I find how much thinner the jaws are on the xs helps pretty often, and the button less adjustment allows for easy one handed operation. But most importantly the xs fits in my coin pocket and I literally always have it on me. Which simply doesn't happen with the 5"
Great selection. I really like the cobolts. I'm about to order the twin grips..just can't decide between comfort or dipped. I usually like dipped for saving space.
Dippend are not 'uncomfortable', they are just slightly less comfortable than 'comfort' grips. If space saving is a goal - go for dipped, if you don't plan to carry lots of tools around - then go for comforts.
@@ParklanCustomi feel that. I like how good the cobolt's are at their one job. The nippers are definitely more versatile. I didn't realize how many styles they offer
They have so many different cutters, the cobolts in my experience are the best cutters, however I did just get the Twinforce diagonal cutters in that I will be reviewing in the next week or two, I’m curious to see how they stack up against the cobolts.
I find that my incredible pair of raptors I use more than just about any of the other ones. Not tha I don't use the other ones quite often but this one is always go to problem solver. I'm also just getting into them and only have about six pairs at this moment. That'll change to about 12 of them or more hopefully by the end of the year. I'm addicted
If you wanna spend more and upgrade on an end cutter, then get the high-leverage offset 61 01 200. It's way more powerful and versatile. I use it mostly for pulling nails and cutting wires (it kinda replaces the mini bolt cutters).
I also went about buying my Knipex a bit different than you say.. I buy the ones that I can afford the most expensive ones first and then the cheaper ones I buy later because I can afford the cheaper ones much easier that I can afford the more expensive ones after being disabled for 20 years. It's certainly not easy to buy tools on disability income. And I'm not reliable for anybody to hire so any work I do is for myself. And is very limited due to the unpredictability of Crohn's disease and I have the worst case of Crohn's disease my doctor has seen in his 28-year career I've had this for 22 years now.. nothing is easy. Except for the pain that comes with it.
Sorry to hear about the debilitating disease. I too have chrons. I know how it can control you with severe symptoms. Keep the hope or faith that control is in your future.
Cobra XS model was my first buy from Knipex. Never really experienced them famously "gripping" a dam thing while I just let them hang there... but they're 2oz or whatever and cute and waaaaay more useful as a set of pliers than my Leatherman Skeletool. If I want a "comfort grip" I just wear gloves.
Another person said that, I agree the cobolts are awesome, but they are as versatile as the other tools I put on the list, they have a very specific use.
I have about 5 or 6... honestly probably wont buy any other brand if I need something else... I have about 7 regular cheap pliers... then bought the knipex on this video with the comfort grip... and man.. what a huge difference... I dont think a day goes by when I am in my shop that I dont used the Cobras... or the cutters... I have my eye in the twin grips but I think the cobras will basically do 90% of what those do.....
The raptors are a lot better than I thought they would be. You can’t go wrong with the combo plier at the price they are. The pliers wrenches speak for themselves.
@@jeffreymedin1527no I think both the extra smalls come with nothing but metal with some cross hatching. They are incredible little tools definitely worth having. You don't think you use them much until you have them and then you find the all kinds of things you can use them on..
@@hobbes3that's the only drawback is how much space they take up. If you need them in your hands a good portion of the day it's so much better for your hands.
I couldn't disagree with any of the five. They are my five in various shapes and sizes. The end grips at number 2, I would swap for the newer Knipex 61 01 200 but apart from that My five mirrors your five, even to the sizes. Cobra 250's are probable the best Cobra's but my favourite set are my 180's. They are lighter, smaller and do 95% of what a pair of 250's and get in smaller spaces. My twin grips exceeded my expectations, they are worth every penny, they live in my tool box doing very little until I come across a rounded out screw that could hold me up for an hour. The twin grips put their cape on like a super hero and have that screw out in less than a minute or two. Good video, just think about acoustics, add some sound deadening where you are videoing to softening the sound. Any cushions or material will work.
I do prefer the 61 01 200 over the standard end cutters, the reason I chose the standard end cutter simply came down to price, they are about half the price of the 61 01’s. Also I have been looking into improving the sound quality, so you recommendation was right on time! I appreciate the advice on how to improve the sound quality!
Bro, I don't know your job, but I guess a video like this should be trade oriented, since different trades have very different needs for tools and pliers.
Truthfully, When i get the comfort grip its because for whatever reason its cheaper. I dont like cobras in comfort grip but I dont have a preference either way. Maybe tools that might require a good bit of force like diagonal cutters may be better in comfort grip, otherwise its personal preference.
Pliers wrench absolutely my number 1, I use my 150mm everyday. I think I had 30 pairs of knipex pliers before I ever bought a set of cobras. 1) Pliers wrench 150mm compound grip 2) 62 02 200 (High leverage end cutters but the blades are set to one side) 3))13 86 200 Electrical instalation pliers,, used these in anger recently and they really grew on me. 4) Twingrip 5) 95 05 20 the angled scissors. the only dipped handles I have are models that aren't available in comfort grip or vde.
I bought the 250mm or 10 inch cobras. They are ideal for home plumbing. Ten inch handles will move anything that is stuck. I also own a pay of their long nose pliers, they are the most useful tool I own.
After some thinking I have an idea for the rest 3 tools: another 2 Cobras and 1 Pliers Wrench or another 2 Pliers Wrenches and 1 Cobra. Just avoid getting 3 exact same tools in the same size, 2 of them are fine, or get all of them in different sizes.
I like Knipex but in my opinion, Wiha is superior. On several of my knipex the plastic grip slides off from the handles, unacceptable, they are not even used that much.
Honestly the pliers wrench is overrated. It isn't a replacement for an adjustable, dedicated combo wrench set, or pipe wrench. It can definitely speed up plumbing jobs tho.
Knipex is sure a top brand, but to be honest, I more and more see they in a grey zone... They SURELY are not the "bang for the buck", that title usually belongs to Irwin, but they are also not the best money can buy, you know? They frequently show their value in neat design tricks here and there, but besides that, they are just overpriced. Not just Knipex, German brands in general are overpriced. Again, they are top quality, but for the same money or less, you can buy American or Japanese tools that actually perform better. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
I started buying Knipex about 2 years ago. I love them!! Like you said. The raptors are a wonderful tool to use!! Whenever I reach for them (any knipex) I get a smile on my face because I know the quality I’m about to hold and the ability of said tool 👍🤜🤛
Plumber here
1. Cobras
2. Pliers Wrench
3. 12” Swedish Pipe Wrench
4. BiX cutters
5. Twin Grip
6. Mini bolt cutters
7. Always looking for more 😄
Cobras and Pliers Wrench are probably the two most popular Knipex tools. I personally prefer the pliers wrench because the non marring jaws, and I also like them in 180mm.
I've had the pliers wrenches since release they're okay but if you use them alot the Jaws end up getting loser and loser I've done had over 25 pairs warrantied out if they didn't have a lifetime warranty through my snap on dealer I wouldn't have them!
Happy to say that for around the house use I have three of your five, 180 cobra, twin grip plier and 180 plier wrench, all with comfort grips. You're right on about the 180 size, particularly around the house, plenty of tool. Great tools, little pricey but good value.
Another solid choice would be the combination pliers. They run a little less than $20 and are an excellent jack-of-all-trades tool!
My list as a diesel mechanic.
Xl cobras, the big guns set
300 cobras
250 circlip pliers, inside and outside
Mini bolt cutters
Flush cuts
I do not own a set of knipex tools with the molded handles, I buy the basic variants.
But I’ve definitely noticed, that even if I have a tool that should be a better quality, like snap-on, I’m reaching for my knipex version or alternative.
I have an old pair of snap-on slip joint pliers, I inherited them and they are older than I am, I love them, and I use them everyday, but for grabbing onto things I find myself still reaching for the cobras.
I had a pair of cheap flush cutters, just to clean up zip ties after jobs, and kept wearing the blades out on them, they no longer cut as clean and started to not be able to cut into plastic parts bags and instead started to tear. So I splurged and got the knipex alternative, it’s not that expensive just that it was something that I couldn’t see the point in spending more money on, and I was really wrong, the second I had them in my hands and was using them it was a total game changer. I couldn’t believe the difference in two tools that looked almost identical, but the knipex are a joy to use where the other brands were mediocre. Even snap-on can’t compare to knipex in the flush cut department.
As an aircraft mechanic I've used the pliers wrench to install bushings and set rivets. Works fantastically.
I also have a pair of those twin grip pliers and they are incredible I also have the vampires and these are far better than the vampires. Much greater capabilities
Cobra 150 for edc, Cobra 180 around the house, or in the pocket at work and the Cobra 250 in the toolchest at work. The general use pliers Knipex 03-02-180 , are my favorite pliers ever, they cut cable easier than any other I ever had, easier even than the Knipex angle cutters, that have longer handle!!!
Also Knipex pliers wrench, either the 180 or the 250 depending on your needs!
There are so many other great tools this company makes, that it could be difficult, to include them all, or even create a "Top 10" !!!
I started buy Knipex tools many years ago and my collection of them is vast and the Cobra/Pliers wrench are some of the best.
I just recently purchased 2024 ZX6R motor cycle and needed to adjust the chain, I needed a 32mm socked and didn't have it on hand, but the 12 inch pliers wrench did the job of loosening and tightening that castle nut with ease.
The twin grip is my latest addition and it's awesome.
Greetings from Germany... where these are all a bit cheaper, fortunately. I‘m a big Knipex fan myself, owning more than 25 different types. The oldest one I‘ve got is older than me, it was made in the early 60ies, it‘s a flat one without any grip coating. Although I also have a modern one of that type with the comfort grip, too, sometimes the older one just gives a better touch to the things gripped. I prefer the 150 and 250mm Cobras: the latter being a beefy waterpump pliers as we know them, but the 150er is a class of its own, extremely handy. And I‘m not a big fan of the combination pliers; they do various tasks, but none of them really well. On my list would be the CoBolt 250 as the strongest cutter there is in that length category.
Greetings! Thank you for stopping by and sharing your own suggestions! This community needs people like you from other parts of the world to share their opinions and experiences!
Most general purpose gripping plier has got to be something like a 41 04 250 a 10” vice grip plier.
The Petersen Vice Grip plier is a classic - I have multiple pairs of them.
Start using Vice Grips and you’ll definitely add them to the list.
The Knipex Cobras are the best tools I have. I've got the big one and the small one, and they go through plenty of abuse, and just keep going. They're awesome, and well worth their price!
180 pliers wrench, 250 cobras, 200 storkbeak pliers, twin grips, mini bolt cutters are my top 5
I have the 180 Cobra and a 180 Pliers wrench. Outstanding tools. So much better than channel locks.
The pliers wrench is a fantastic tool. Once in awhile a new class of tools appears that flushes away tools used for generations. The Knipex pliers wrench completely obsoleted the awful adjustable wrench. Likewise, battery driven tools are now replacing air driven tools.
I use the pliers wrench, cobra XS, and their diagonal cutters every day for work. Fantastic tools.
I agree, I preferred the 5” cobras, but I’ve been running the XS cobras and I am going to do a video to share about my thoughts.
@@ParklanCustom I find how much thinner the jaws are on the xs helps pretty often, and the button less adjustment allows for easy one handed operation. But most importantly the xs fits in my coin pocket and I literally always have it on me. Which simply doesn't happen with the 5"
All great reasons to choose the XS
My first Knipex tool I ordered the other day, pliers wrench, I can't wait for them to arrive. (Apprentice fitter) so they will cop a lot of use
Nice video :), my list is
Pliers Wrench 180
Twin key
Electrical installation pliers
Cobra and plier wrench kit XS
Twin grip
I have 3 of the 5, buying high leverage combinations soon!
Can’t go wrong with any of them in imo!
Pliers wrench all the way grab the 180 and the next size up and your set, rust belt happens though. Great for brass fittings
Great selection. I really like the cobolts. I'm about to order the twin grips..just can't decide between comfort or dipped. I usually like dipped for saving space.
I like the cobalts as well, the reason I didn’t include them is the limited use. The twin grips are a great tool!
Dippend are not 'uncomfortable', they are just slightly less comfortable than 'comfort' grips. If space saving is a goal - go for dipped, if you don't plan to carry lots of tools around - then go for comforts.
@@ParklanCustomi feel that. I like how good the cobolt's are at their one job. The nippers are definitely more versatile. I didn't realize how many styles they offer
They have so many different cutters, the cobolts in my experience are the best cutters, however I did just get the Twinforce diagonal cutters in that I will be reviewing in the next week or two, I’m curious to see how they stack up against the cobolts.
I find that my incredible pair of raptors I use more than just about any of the other ones. Not tha I don't use the other ones quite often but this one is always go to problem solver. I'm also just getting into them and only have about six pairs at this moment. That'll change to about 12 of them or more hopefully by the end of the year. I'm addicted
If you wanna spend more and upgrade on an end cutter, then get the high-leverage offset 61 01 200. It's way more powerful and versatile. I use it mostly for pulling nails and cutting wires (it kinda replaces the mini bolt cutters).
Just got the 61 01 200 using them for rural fencing along with cobalt 200
A great video brother. I love knipex tools alot as well. 😊
I also went about buying my Knipex a bit different than you say.. I buy the ones that I can afford the most expensive ones first and then the cheaper ones I buy later because I can afford the cheaper ones much easier that I can afford the more expensive ones after being disabled for 20 years. It's certainly not easy to buy tools on disability income. And I'm not reliable for anybody to hire so any work I do is for myself. And is very limited due to the unpredictability of Crohn's disease and I have the worst case of Crohn's disease my doctor has seen in his 28-year career I've had this for 22 years now.. nothing is easy. Except for the pain that comes with it.
Much respect to you for continuing to work and get stuff done despite your illness!
Sorry to hear about the debilitating disease. I too have chrons. I know how it can control you with severe symptoms. Keep the hope or faith that control is in your future.
Cobra XS model was my first buy from Knipex.
Never really experienced them famously "gripping" a dam thing while I just let them hang there... but they're 2oz or whatever and cute and waaaaay more useful as a set of pliers than my Leatherman Skeletool.
If I want a "comfort grip" I just wear gloves.
Ime just starting to buy knipex tools and found your review wonderful thank you
Thank you for the kind words! Thanks for stopping by!
They make a nice needle nose too!
Great video, Love Knipes tools. Got my Sub Sir.
I would add the long needle nose variant with cutters and grips and the angled cutters should be on here over end cutters imo
The list is certainly debatable, thanks for sharing your thoughts! I totally agree those are great selections!
I have 11 of the 5
Cobolt should be on the list,imo.
Pliers wrench was my first Knipex tool.
Another person said that, I agree the cobolts are awesome, but they are as versatile as the other tools I put on the list, they have a very specific use.
I have about 5 or 6... honestly probably wont buy any other brand if I need something else... I have about 7 regular cheap pliers... then bought the knipex on this video with the comfort grip... and man.. what a huge difference... I dont think a day goes by when I am in my shop that I dont used the Cobras... or the cutters... I have my eye in the twin grips but I think the cobras will basically do 90% of what those do.....
Funny. I had just ordered the 150mm raptor and comfort twin grip. I'll have to look at that 03 01 180 and the pliers wrench next.
The raptors are a lot better than I thought they would be. You can’t go wrong with the combo plier at the price they are. The pliers wrenches speak for themselves.
I also learned very quickly that the comfort grip handles are night and day better than these regular handles
Also, barely any more money on Amazon. Yes we'll worth it
Can I get the smallest Cobra with "Grips" an HOW to order those??
Thanks!
Not unless you keep them in a tool belt since they take up more space 😞.
@@jeffreymedin1527no I think both the extra smalls come with nothing but metal with some cross hatching. They are incredible little tools definitely worth having. You don't think you use them much until you have them and then you find the all kinds of things you can use them on..
@@hobbes3that's the only drawback is how much space they take up. If you need them in your hands a good portion of the day it's so much better for your hands.
Thank you very much
I couldn't disagree with any of the five. They are my five in various shapes and sizes.
The end grips at number 2, I would swap for the newer Knipex 61 01 200 but apart from that My five mirrors your five, even to the sizes.
Cobra 250's are probable the best Cobra's but my favourite set are my 180's. They are lighter, smaller and do 95% of what a pair of 250's and get in smaller spaces.
My twin grips exceeded my expectations, they are worth every penny, they live in my tool box doing very little until I come across a rounded out screw that could hold me up for an hour.
The twin grips put their cape on like a super hero and have that screw out in less than a minute or two.
Good video, just think about acoustics, add some sound deadening where you are videoing to softening the sound.
Any cushions or material will work.
I do prefer the 61 01 200 over the standard end cutters, the reason I chose the standard end cutter simply came down to price, they are about half the price of the 61 01’s. Also I have been looking into improving the sound quality, so you recommendation was right on time! I appreciate the advice on how to improve the sound quality!
Bro, I don't know your job, but I guess a video like this should be trade oriented, since different trades have very different needs for tools and pliers.
I would get the other end cutters, and the first I would get is the pliers wen ch
isn't the K silent knock
Just got the 5' Cobra today
5” is my second favorite size!
What pliers do u y'all recommend getting in comfort grips and others with rubber grips?
Truthfully, When i get the comfort grip its because for whatever reason its cheaper. I dont like cobras in comfort grip but I dont have a preference either way. Maybe tools that might require a good bit of force like diagonal cutters may be better in comfort grip, otherwise its personal preference.
Pliers wrench absolutely my number 1, I use my 150mm everyday. I think I had 30 pairs of knipex pliers before I ever bought a set of cobras.
1) Pliers wrench 150mm compound grip
2) 62 02 200 (High leverage end cutters but the blades are set to one side)
3))13 86 200 Electrical instalation pliers,, used these in anger recently and they really grew on me.
4) Twingrip
5) 95 05 20 the angled scissors.
the only dipped handles I have are models that aren't available in comfort grip or vde.
What knipex pliers would be best to cut flexible metal conduit?
The Tubix might work well for that, also you can use aviation shears. I don’t work with a lot of MC cable so I wouldn’t be the best person to ask.
@@ParklanCustom ok Thank You
I bought the 250mm or 10 inch cobras. They are ideal for home plumbing. Ten inch handles will move anything that is stuck. I also own a pay of their long nose pliers, they are the most useful tool I own.
Nice video!
Thanks!
Great pick. Those are very handy and high quality tools.
“At seven inches, they’re pretty small.”
That’s not what your mother said last night.
Kinipex é meu sonh9 de consumo, pena não poder comprar.
180 mm. Cobra & Pliers Wrench are the two essentials, then it depends.
After some thinking I have an idea for the rest 3 tools: another 2 Cobras and 1 Pliers Wrench or another 2 Pliers Wrenches and 1 Cobra. Just avoid getting 3 exact same tools in the same size, 2 of them are fine, or get all of them in different sizes.
@@PIANOPICTURES one 180mm alligator and one 180mm cobra is the combination i would suggest
7 inches, small?
7 1/4 inch is the Goldie locks size, it’s just right, it’s 180mm.
Whew this is getting expensive but necessary
I like Knipex but in my opinion, Wiha is superior. On several of my knipex the plastic grip slides off from the handles, unacceptable, they are not even used that much.
Honestly the pliers wrench is overrated. It isn't a replacement for an adjustable, dedicated combo wrench set, or pipe wrench. It can definitely speed up plumbing jobs tho.
Ok which one should I buy first? I want you to tell me.
Whichever on you think you might need.
Cobra. Whatever size.
Knipex is sure a top brand, but to be honest, I more and more see they in a grey zone... They SURELY are not the "bang for the buck", that title usually belongs to Irwin, but they are also not the best money can buy, you know? They frequently show their value in neat design tricks here and there, but besides that, they are just overpriced. Not just Knipex, German brands in general are overpriced. Again, they are top quality, but for the same money or less, you can buy American or Japanese tools that actually perform better. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Or don’t buy any of them and instead buy 100 other tools for the same price
To each, his own! 😁
Dude! Just do something with your fucking hands!
Umm ok… lol, you’re definitely salty. You got the perfect name for yourself! 👍
Dude, nice comment. You’re an ass
Dude, nice comment. You’re an ass
The pliers wrench is worth every penny and i feel they pay for themselves in about a week. If i lose or break mine i will immediately get another set
I have a lot of cool 20 dollar tools my man but that's a great deal for what you get cause 2o dollars usually doesn't get you jack ....!!!!
They better have scratches on them. 😊
i cut stainless steel wire with my linemans.