KNIPEX 00 20 07 US1 Plier
- Plier
- 2.65 pounds
- Plastic
- Better rated than 66%
- More reviewed than 85%
A general purpose Knipex pliers wrench with a large, established review base and a high average rating, worth considering for anyone who wants one adjustable gripping tool instead of a wrench set.
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How it ranks among the 311 pliers we track
4.8★ across 2,521 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
2,521 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
200+ 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
Self-adjusting and parallel-jawed, the Knipex 00 20 07 US1 pliers wrench is built to stand in for a set of open-end wrenches, gripping and turning nuts, bolts, and fittings without swapping tools. A plastic-coated handle and 2.65 lb weight point to a full-size shop tool rather than a small pocket plier.
Knipex's pliers wrench line pairs a smooth, self-adjusting jaw with a flat, parallel grip meant to avoid rounding off fastener corners the way a standard adjustable wrench can. This particular listing carries no seller description or buyer review text, so treat the exact jaw-opening range as unconfirmed and check Knipex's own spec sheet if that number matters for your job.
- Self-adjusting, parallel-jaw pliers wrench
- Plastic-coated handle
- 2.65 lb tool weight
- Knipex 00 20 07 US1
Who it's for
Useful for mechanics, plumbers, and DIYers who want one adjustable tool that can stand in for several fixed wrenches on rounded or worn fasteners. Not the pick for anyone who needs a lightweight pocket tool given the weight logged for this model.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Self-adjusting jaw skips wrench-size guesswork
- Parallel grip reduces rounding on worn fasteners
- Plastic-coated handle for grip
- At 2.65 lb, heavier than a standard wrench of similar capacity
- No seller description or buyer reviews on file for this listing
Performance notes
The pliers wrench design self-adjusts to the fastener as the jaws close, then locks parallel so the full jaw face grips flat sides rather than corners the way a standard adjustable wrench does. That parallel grip is the main reason this style gets picked over a conventional adjustable wrench on stubborn or worn nuts and bolts.
Specifications
| Brand | Knipex |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 2.65 pounds |
| Handle | Plastic |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in pliers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| KNIPEX 00 20 07 US1 PlierThis product | 4.8 / 5 | 2,521 | 4.3 / 5 |
| CRAFTSMAN CMHT82547 PlierCraftsman | 4.7 / 5 | 12,000 | 4.6 / 5 |
| IRWIN 2078216 PlierIrwin | 4.8 / 5 | 9,296 | 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 Knipex pliers
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What does the US1 in Knipex 00 20 07 US1 mean?
It denotes the US-market version of Knipex's 00 20 07 pliers wrench, the tool itself is the same core design sold internationally under the 00 20 07 part number.
Is this a wrench or a plier?
It is a hybrid, Knipex calls it a pliers wrench, it grips like locking pliers but adjusts and turns fasteners the way a wrench does.
How much does it weigh?
2.65 pounds according to the listed specs.