The SPEEDWOX YLRBN45-338 earns a 4.6-star rating from 589 reviews at $9.99, pairing a PVC-and-steel handle with a solid 236-gram body for a near-budget cushioned-grip plier.
DIYers who want a well-rated, cushioned-grip needle-nose plier with a substantial feel at around $10.
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Handle Pvc,Steel
Weight 236 Grams
Priced 34% below the category median ($15.05 across 58 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.6/5overall
Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 589 owner ratings
Popularity2.8/5
589 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 SPEEDWOX YLRBN45-338 lists at $9.99 and holds a 4.6-star rating across 589 reviews, a strong showing in the near-budget tier of this needle-nose category. It sits just above SPEEDWOX's own MLRNN7-75 in price.
The specs list a PVC-and-steel handle and a 236-gram weight. The PVC grip adds cushioning and traction while the steel core provides rigidity, and at 236 grams the tool has a heavier, more substantial feel than the lightweight detail pliers in this group. There is no published jaw-opening or wire-gauge figure.
This is a good fit for a buyer who wants a comfortable grip and a solid in-hand feel at roughly $10. Those who prefer the lightest possible tool for delicate work, or who want detailed jaw specs, should weigh the lighter and the better-documented options elsewhere in the category.
Pros
4.6-star average across 589 reviews is strong for a sub-$10 plier
PVC-and-steel handle delivers a cushioned, rigid grip
236-gram weight gives a solid, substantial feel
$9.99 price stays near the budget tier
Cons
236-gram weight is heavier than the lightweight detail pliers here
No jaw-opening or wire-gauge capacity is listed
589 reviews is a smaller base than the category's top sellers
Specifications
Handle
Pvc,Steel
Weight
236 Grams
Performance notes
The SPEEDWOX YLRBN45-338 lists a combined PVC and steel handle and a 236-gram weight. The PVC grip cushions the hand while the steel adds rigidity, and the heavier mass conveys solidity at the cost of some agility in fine work. With no published jaw opening or wire-gauge capacity, treat it as a general-purpose needle-nose plier.
What buyers say
The 4.6-star average from 589 reviews indicates owners are pleased with the grip and build at the sub-$10 price. The cushioned PVC-and-steel handle and substantial feel appear to be draws, while buyers wanting a lighter tool tend toward the lower-weight models in the group.
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