RIDGID 30088 Cutter
- Cutter
- Aluminum
- Powder Coated
- 1.41 pounds
- Better rated than 64%
- More reviewed than 61%
A small, aluminum bodied RIDGID cutter for lighter duty jobs where portability matters more than maximum capacity.
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How it ranks among the 346 cutters we track
4.7★ across 915 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
915 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
300+ 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 346 cutters we track - how the scorecard works · full cutters data report. Confidence: high - strong rating volume and complete data.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
The RIDGID 30088 is a small cutter with an aluminum body, plastic handle and powder coated finish, weighing 1.41 pounds. The listing marks it Small size without specifying cutting capacity.
RIDGID's cutter lineup spans several pipe and tubing tool sizes, and this listing marks the 30088 as the small option in that range. The powder coated aluminum housing points toward a lightweight build rather than a heavy industrial cutter.
- Aluminum construction
- Plastic handle
- Powder coated finish
- 1.41 pounds, Small size
Who it's for
Suits someone who needs a compact, lighter cutter for smaller diameter work. Not the pick if the job calls for a specific pipe diameter capacity, since that figure is not listed.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Light aluminum body at 1.41 pounds
- Powder coated finish resists corrosion
- Compact Small size classification
- Maximum cutting diameter is not listed
- Plastic handle may flex more than an all-metal grip
Performance notes
The aluminum body keeps the 30088 at 1.41 pounds, light enough for one-handed use and repeated cuts without arm fatigue. The powder coated finish adds a layer of scratch and corrosion resistance over bare metal.
Specifications
| Brand | Ridgid |
|---|---|
| Model | 30088 |
| Material | Aluminum |
| Finish | Powder Coated |
| Item Weight | 1.41 pounds |
| Size | Small |
| Handle | Plastic |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in cutters.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| RIDGID 30088 CutterThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 915 | 4.3 / 5 |
| Felco F-2 CutterFelco | 4.8 / 5 | 31,200 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Klein VDV226-110 CutterKlein | 4.8 / 5 | 11,600 | 4.7 / 5 |
| IGAN-P6 ANICEMOON CutterIGAN-P6 | 4.6 / 5 | 11,400 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Hakko CHP-170 3 Units CutterHakko | 4.7 / 5 | 24,300 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the Ridgid 30088
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What is the RIDGID 30088 made of?
An aluminum body with a plastic handle and powder coated finish.
How much does it weigh?
1.41 pounds.
What size cutter is this?
The listing classifies it as Small, without a stated maximum diameter.