Reed TC4QPVC Cutter Review

4.6 (156) Amazon rating$119.99

Our verdict

The Reed TC4QPVC is the most expensive cutter in this lineup at $119.99, a 12-inch tool rated 4.6 stars across a smaller pool of 156 reviews.

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Buyers who specifically want the Reed TC4QPVC's 12-inch size and are less concerned with price.

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  • Weight 2.8 pounds
  • Size 12-Inch
  • Priced 400% above the category median ($23.99 across 39 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.5/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.6/5

    4.6 average across 156 owner ratings

  • Popularity1.8/5

    156 owner reviews, fewer 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 Reed TC4QPVC is a 12-inch tube cutter weighing 2.8 pounds, the heaviest and most expensive tool in this group at $119.99. It is more than six times the price of the least expensive cutter covered here.

It carries a 4.6-star rating across 156 reviews, a smaller review base than most of the other cutters in this batch, and the listing shows 0 units bought in the last month. No handle or blade material is specified.

For buyers who need the 12-inch size specifically and are comfortable with a smaller review sample, the TC4QPVC is a solid rating at a premium price. Others may find better-reviewed, lower-priced options in this group.

Pros

  • 12-inch size for larger cutting jobs
  • 4.6-star rating across 156 reviews
  • Reed brand name

Cons

  • Highest price in this group at $119.99
  • Heaviest cutter here at 2.8 pounds
  • 0 units bought in the last month
  • Smaller review base than most cutters in this batch
  • No handle or blade material listed

Specifications

Weight2.8 pounds
Size12-Inch

Performance notes

At 2.8 pounds and 12 inches, the TC4QPVC is built larger and heavier than the compact cutters in this group, suggesting it targets bigger cutting jobs rather than tight spaces. Its 4.6-star average across 156 reviews is respectable but rests on a smaller sample than the RIDGID and Milwaukee models here.

What buyers say

156 reviews average 4.6 stars, a smaller review pool than most cutters in this lineup, with 0 units reported bought in the past month.

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Frequently asked questions

How big is the Reed TC4QPVC?

The listing specifies a 12-inch size, weighing 2.8 pounds.

Is it the most expensive cutter in this group?

Yes, at $119.99 it is the highest-priced tube cutter covered here.

How many reviews back up its rating?

156 reviews average 4.6 stars. Email [email protected] if you want it compared to a lower-cost option.

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