Channellock 337 Plier Review

4.8 (2,100) Amazon rating$24.58200+ bought last month

Our verdict

A top-rated Channellock cutter that pairs a 4.8 rating with the lowest price in the group, making it the value standout.

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Best for

DIYers and tradespeople who want a proven, USA-known brand cutter at the best price among these single pliers.

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You specifically want the Klein name or a higher monthly-demand model.

  • Handle Alloy Steel
  • Weight 9.12 ounces
  • Priced 18% below the category median ($29.80 across 43 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.8/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.8/5

    4.8 average across 2,100 owner ratings

  • Popularity3.0/5

    2,100 owner reviews, more than most models here

The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other hand tools and workshop hand tools we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.

Overview

The Channellock 337 earns a 4.8 rating from 2,100 reviews while costing just $24.58, the lowest price among the single side-cutting pliers here. About 200 buyers pick it up each month.

The listing confirms an alloy steel construction and a realistic 9.12 ounce item weight, so this is a substantial cutter with credible specs, unlike several entries whose weights are clearly mislabeled. Length and jaw capacity are not published, so confirm size on the product page if it matters.

The combination of a 4.8 rating, a 2,100-review base, and the lowest price makes the Channellock 337 the value leader in this group for buyers not tied to a specific brand.

Pros

  • Excellent 4.8 rating across 2,100 reviews
  • Lowest price in the group at $24.58
  • Alloy steel construction
  • Credible listed weight of 9.12 ounces
  • Channellock brand, well known for pliers

Cons

  • Length and jaw capacity are not listed
  • Monthly demand is moderate at about 200 bought
  • No published warranty detail in the listing

Specifications

HandleAlloy Steel
Weight9.12 ounces

Performance notes

Alloy steel plus a believable 9.12 ounce weight makes this one of the better-specced single cutters here, and the 4.8 rating over 2,100 reviews backs the quality. Confirm length on the product page if you need a specific reach.

What buyers say

A 4.8 average across 2,100 reviews shows owners are highly satisfied, matching Channellock's strong standing among hand-tool buyers.

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Frequently asked questions

How does the Channellock 337 compare to the Klein cutters here?

It matches the best Klein ratings at 4.8 while costing less, at $24.58; the Klein D2488 has higher monthly demand, but the 337 is the value pick.

What does the Channellock 337 weigh?

The listing states 9.12 ounces, a realistic figure for a steel side-cutting plier.

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