Klein

Klein J213-9NE Plier

Plier
1.1 pounds
Alloy Steel

4.8/ 5 on Amazon954Amazon ratings600+bought last month4.3ProductDome score

Better rated than 66%
More reviewed than 62%

Medium confidenceLast refreshed Aug 4, 2026Amazon data + ProductDome analysis · methodology

Best forYou work with tools daily and want Klein's build quality in a plier

A high rated plier from a trusted trade tool brand, backed by strong review numbers and heavy recent purchase volume.

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ProductDome scorecard

How it ranks among the 311 pliers we track

4.3/ 5ProductDome scoreMedium confidence

Owner satisfaction · 56% of scorecategory median 4.7★4.8

4.8★ across 954 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.

Evidence strength · 17% of scorecategory median 637 ratings3.7

954 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.

Buyer demand · 11% of score3.8

600+ bought on Amazon last month.

Data quality · 11% of score2.5

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 Klein J213-9NE is a plier from Klein Tools, a brand best known for electrician grade hand tools. It has an alloy steel handle, weighs 1.1 pounds, and holds a 4.8 rating across 954 reviews.

Klein's tool numbering and finish point toward a plier meant for daily trade use rather than an occasional home fix. The alloy steel handle construction and near five star rating line up with what tradespeople expect from Klein's plier lineup.

Brand: Klein Tools
Category: Pliers
4.8 rating from 954 reviews
Alloy steel handle, 1.1 lb

Who it's for

Fits electricians, HVAC techs and other tradespeople who want a durable plier for daily jobsite use. A casual homeowner who needs a plier once a year may not need Klein grade construction.

Strengths and trade-offs

Drawn from this product's published specifications.

What stands out

Alloy steel handle built for repeated use
4.8 rating across 954 reviews
High recent purchase volume

What to check first

Listing does not specify jaw type or cutting capacity
No reviews text to confirm real world fit

Performance notes

Klein does not publish jaw type or cutting capacity in this listing, but the alloy steel handle and 1.1 pound weight point to a plier built for repeated gripping or cutting tasks rather than light delicate work. With 600 units reportedly bought in the past month, it is moving briskly among buyers.

Specifications

Brand	Klein
Model	J213-9NE
Item Weight	1.1 pounds
Handle	Alloy Steel

How it compares

This product against the closest alternatives we track in pliers.

Product	Amazon rating	Ratings	ProductDome score
Klein J213-9NE PlierThis product	4.8 / 5	954	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
IRWIN 2078216 PlierIrwin	4.8 / 5	9,296	4.6 / 5
Channellock TG-1 PlierCHANNELLOCK	4.8 / 5	5,900	4.5 / 5

Frequently asked

Questions about the Klein J213-9NE

Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".

What is the Klein J213-9NE made of?

The handle is alloy steel; the listing does not detail the jaw material separately.

How much does it weigh?

1.1 pounds.

Is this a popular Klein plier?

Yes, it shows about 600 units bought in the past month alongside a 4.8 rating.