IRWIN 23 Plier
- Plier
- 1.06 pounds
- More reviewed than 86%
A well-reviewed, solidly weighted plier for general use, though confirm jaw style before buying if you need a specific type.
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How it ranks among the 311 pliers we track
4.7★ across 2,600 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
2,600 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
400+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
The ProductDome score is separate from the Amazon rating shown above: it combines the Bayesian-smoothed Amazon rating with evidence volume, tracked demand, and data quality across the 311 pliers we track - how the scorecard works · full pliers data report. Confidence: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
The IRWIN 23 is a plier weighing 480 grams, about 1 pound, rated 4.7 stars across 2,600 reviews with roughly 400 bought in the past month.
No jaw type, length or material is listed beyond the weight, so what's confirmed here is a solidly built hand tool at just over a pound, consistent with a full-size plier rather than a compact or needle-nose model.
- 480 grams, about 1 lb
- 4.7 stars from 2,600 ratings
- 400 bought in the past month
- Irwin tools brand
Who it's for
General shop, garage or home toolbox use where a sturdy all-purpose plier is needed. Anyone requiring a specific jaw style, such as needle-nose or locking, should confirm that detail separately since it is not listed here.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Solid build at 480 grams
- Strong 4.7 star rating across 2,600 reviews
- Popular pick at 400 bought in the past month
- Jaw type and length not specified
Performance notes
At 480 grams, this plier has enough heft to suggest a sturdy, full-size build rather than a lightweight travel or precision tool, which generally translates to more leverage on tougher tasks.
Specifications
| Brand | Irwin |
|---|---|
| Model | 23 |
| Item Weight | 1.06 pounds |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in pliers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| IRWIN 23 PlierThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 2,600 | 4.3 / 5 |
| KNIPEX 87 01 250 PlierKnipex | 4.9 / 5 | 29,500 | 4.7 / 5 |
| CRAFTSMAN CMHT82547 PlierCraftsman | 4.7 / 5 | 12,000 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Klein D248-9ST PlierKlein | 4.8 / 5 | 6,158 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Channellock TG-1 PlierCHANNELLOCK | 4.8 / 5 | 5,900 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the Irwin 23
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How much does the Irwin 23 plier weigh?
480 grams, about 1 pound.
How is it rated?
4.7 stars across 2,600 reviews.