KNIPEX 00 20 04 SB Plier
- Plier
- 2.73 pounds
- Alloy Steel
- Better rated than 66%
- More reviewed than 59%
A heavy, all-steel Knipex plier backed by a strong rating history, worth it if you want durability over a lighter dipped-handle grip.
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How it ranks among the 311 pliers we track
4.8★ across 872 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
872 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
50+ 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
This Knipex plier is built around an alloy steel handle rather than a dipped rubber grip, and at 2.73 pounds it carries noticeably more heft than a typical hand plier. It holds a 4.8 rating from 872 buyers, with 50 purchased in the past month.
Knipex is a German brand associated with solid, all-metal hand tools, and the SB suffix on this listing points to a retail blister pack rather than a bulk trade box. The weight alone signals this is built for leverage and durability over portability.
- Alloy steel handle
- Weighs 2.73 pounds
- 4.8 rating from 872 reviews
- Knipex brand pliers
Who it's for
Mechanics, fabricators and serious DIYers who want a heavy, all-steel plier for a toolbox that already sees daily use. It is not aimed at anyone prioritizing a light tool for an overhead bag or a travel kit.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- All steel handle construction
- Strong 4.8 rating across a large review base
- Steady ongoing purchase volume
- At 2.73 pounds it is heavy for a hand plier
- No cushioned grip listed in the specs
Performance notes
An alloy steel handle puts the weight into the tool itself instead of a foam or rubber overlay, which generally means better durability under torque but a heavier feel in the hand during extended use.
Specifications
| Brand | Knipex |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 2.73 pounds |
| Handle | Alloy Steel |
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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 04 SB PlierThis product | 4.8 / 5 | 872 | 4.1 / 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 is the handle made of on the Knipex 00 20 04 SB?
The listing specifies an alloy steel handle.
How heavy is this plier?
It weighs 2.73 pounds.
How is it rated?
4.8 out of 5 from 872 reviews.