HAUTMEC HT0034 General Review

4.0 (1,700) Amazon rating$9.9950+ bought last month

Our verdict

The HAUTMEC HT0034 is a budget priced aluminium alloy saw with a 4.0 star rating, the lowest rated model in this lineup but still above the site's 3.8 quality floor.

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Best for

Buyers who want a compact, lightweight saw at $9.99 for light duty or occasional use.

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You want the highest rated saw available, since several other models in this category score noticeably higher.

  • Material Aluminium Alloy
  • Handle Plastic
  • Length 150 Millimeters
  • Weight 166 Grams
  • Dimensions 10.3"L x 3"W x 1.3"H
  • Priced 32% below the category median ($14.78 across 56 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.0/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.0/5

    4.0 average across 1,700 owner ratings

  • Popularity3.7/5

    1,700 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 HAUTMEC HT0034 is a general purpose handsaw priced at $9.99, built from aluminium alloy with a plastic handle. It measures 150 millimeters in length, weighs 166 grams, and has overall dimensions of 10.3 by 3 by 1.3 inches.

Its 4.0 star rating from 1,700 reviews is the lowest in this lineup, though it still clears ToolHandle's 3.8 star quality floor. With 50 buyers in the last month, demand is on the lighter side compared to some other HAUTMEC models in this same category.

At this price, the HT0034 competes on being small, light, and cheap rather than on the highest rating. Buyers should weigh the 4.0 star average against higher rated options nearby before deciding.

Pros

  • Low $9.99 price point for a compact, lightweight saw
  • Aluminium alloy build keeps weight down at 166 grams
  • Full dimension specs listed: 150mm length, 10.3 x 3 x 1.3 inch overall size

Cons

  • 4.0 star rating is the lowest among the saws in this lineup
  • 50 buyers last month is modest compared to higher volume HAUTMEC models
  • Aluminium alloy is a softer material than the carbon or high speed steel used in some competing saws

Specifications

MaterialAluminium Alloy
HandlePlastic
Length150 Millimeters
Weight166 Grams
Dimensions10.3"L x 3"W x 1.3"H

Performance notes

At 166 grams and 150 millimeters, this is one of the smallest and lightest saws in the category, which points to light duty or occasional use rather than sustained heavy cutting.

What buyers say

A 4.0 star average from 1,700 reviews still clears the site's quality floor, but sits noticeably below other saws in this lineup that score 4.4 stars and above.

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Frequently asked questions

What material is the HAUTMEC HT0034 made from?

Aluminium alloy for the body, with a plastic handle.

How big is this saw?

It is 150 millimeters long, weighs 166 grams, and measures 10.3 x 3 x 1.3 inches overall.

Is a 4.0 star rating still worth buying?

It clears our 3.8 star minimum, but buyers wanting a higher rated option should compare it against other HAUTMEC models in this category first. Email [email protected] with specific questions.

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