The Pex Crimper-Kit with Box earns a 4.6-star rating from 954 reviews at $34.99, offering a PVC-handled PEX crimping kit with boxed storage and 400 units sold per month.
DIYers and plumbers who need a complete boxed PEX crimping kit at a mid-range price with a proven, large review base.
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You need alloy or metal handles for heavier-duty plumbing work, or require specific PEX size confirmations before purchasing.
Handle Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Priced 35% above the category median ($25.99 across 51 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.6/5overall
Owner rating4.6/5
4.6 average across 954 owner ratings
Popularity2.4/5
954 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 Pex Crimper-Kit with Box delivers a solid mid-range PEX crimping solution at $34.99, backed by 954 verified reviews at 4.6 stars, one of the stronger review counts among the crimpers in this group. The PVC handle provides a comfortable, electrically non-conductive grip suited to plumbing and light electrical crimp work.
The boxed kit format ensures organized storage of components, which buyers installing PEX plumbing across multiple locations appreciate for keeping rings and tools together between jobs. With 400 units sold per month, demand is steady at this price tier and the high review volume confirms long-term buyer trust in the kit.
The listing does not publish PEX size compatibility or a detailed kit contents list beyond the handle material, so buyers should confirm on the product page that the included sizes match their project requirements, whether 1/2-inch, 3/4-inch, or a combination.
Pros
4.6-star rating from 954 verified reviews, a strong review base
Mid-range price at $34.99 for a complete kit
PVC handle for lightweight, non-conductive grip
Boxed storage keeps components organized for transport between job sites
Cons
PVC handle is less durable than alloy steel alternatives at similar prices
Supported PEX sizes are not published in the listing
Specifications
Handle
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Performance notes
The Pex Crimper-Kit with Box uses a PVC handle, which is lightweight and non-conductive. No weight or dimension specs are published. The boxed format suits buyers who store and transport crimping tools between job sites. PEX size compatibility should be confirmed on the product page before starting a project.
What buyers say
Owners with 954 reviews at 4.6 stars generally find the Pex Crimper-Kit with Box reliable for standard residential PEX work. The boxed format is frequently appreciated for keeping components organized on multi-room projects. A minority of reviewers prefer heavier metal-handled options for intensive plumbing work.
The listing does not publish the supported PEX crimp ring sizes. Check the product page for a full size compatibility list before starting your plumbing project.
How does the Pex Crimper-Kit with Box compare to the KF KF-8601?
The Pex Crimper-Kit with Box has 954 reviews at $34.99 versus the KF KF-8601 at $37.99 with alloy steel handles. The KF tool is slightly pricier with more durable handles, while the Pex kit has a larger review base at a lower price point.
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