RTC SwitchBlade Trowel Set Review

4.5 (334) Amazon rating$91.50

Our verdict

A multi trowel set built from stainless steel with a TPR grip, the most expensive item in this comparison.

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Best for

Buyers who want multiple trowels in one purchase and don't mind paying a premium for the set.

Skip if

You only need a single trowel, since this listing's higher price and weight reflect a multi piece set.

  • Material Stainless Steel
  • Handle Thermoplastic Rubber (TPR)
  • Weight 2.13 Kilograms
  • Priced 465% above the category median ($16.21 across 42 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.4/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.5/5

    4.5 average across 334 owner ratings

  • Popularity3.0/5

    334 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 RTC SwitchBlade is sold as a trowel set rather than a single tool, which explains both its $91.50 price and its 2.13 kilogram weight, both the highest figures for a masonry trowel item in this comparison.

It's built from stainless steel with a thermoplastic rubber, or TPR, handle for grip, and holds a 4.5 star rating from 334 reviews, a solid mid sized sample.

No bought_last_month figure is reported for this listing, so recent sales momentum can't be confirmed from the data, but the existing review base reflects steady buyer satisfaction with the set.

Pros

  • Sold as a set, giving multiple trowels in one purchase
  • Stainless steel construction with a TPR grip handle
  • 4.5 star rating across 334 reviews
  • TPR handle offers a cushioned grip compared to hard plastic or metal handles

Cons

  • $91.50 is by far the highest price in this comparison
  • No bought_last_month figure listed, so recent demand isn't confirmed
  • 2.13 kilogram weight reflects the full set, not a single lightweight tool

Specifications

MaterialStainless Steel
HandleThermoplastic Rubber (TPR)
Weight2.13 Kilograms

Performance notes

As a set, the RTC SwitchBlade's 2.13 kilogram total weight and $91.50 price cover multiple stainless steel trowels with TPR handles, rather than one tool, which should factor into any per trowel price comparison against the single item listings in this batch.

What buyers say

334 reviews at 4.5 stars shows a solid track record for this set, clearing ToolHandle's quality floor despite its higher price point.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the RTC SwitchBlade a single trowel or a set?

It's sold as a trowel set, which accounts for its higher $91.50 price and 2.13 kilogram total weight compared to single trowel listings.

What handle material does the RTC SwitchBlade use?

It uses a thermoplastic rubber, or TPR, handle over a stainless steel body. Email [email protected] with questions on the set contents.

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