KNIPEX 71 32 200 Cutter
- Cutter
- 13.4 ounces
- Multi component
- Better rated than 64%
- More reviewed than 80%
A diagonal cutter from Knipex, sized around 8 inches with a comfort-grip handle and a strong, long running review history.
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How it ranks among the 346 cutters we track
4.7★ across 1,856 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
1,856 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: medium - useful but incomplete evidence.Last refreshed Aug 4, 2026. Data-computed, not a hands-on test. Compiled by the ProductDome Research Team.
Overview
Knipex built the 71 32 200 as a diagonal cutter with a multi-component comfort handle, weighing 13.42 ounces. It carries a 4.7 rating over 1,856 reviews and about 300 bought in the past month.
Knipex's 71 series covers high-leverage diagonal cutting pliers, and the 200 in the model number refers to the tool's length in millimeters, about 8 inches overall. The multi-component handle combines a hard inner plastic with a softer outer grip, a common Knipex design for reducing hand fatigue on repeated cuts. Seller description text is not provided for this listing.
- High leverage diagonal cutter
- Multi-component handle
- 13.42 ounce tool weight
- 4.7 rating, 1,856 reviews
Who it's for
Suits electricians and tradespeople who need a durable diagonal cutter for wire work. Not the tool for cutting pipe or heavier bolt stock, which need a different jaw design.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- High-leverage jaw design for wire cutting
- Comfort-grip multi-component handle
- Consistent 4.7 rating over a large review base
- Not built for pipe or bolt cutting
- No confirmed maximum wire gauge listed
Performance notes
The 71 32 200 is built as a high-leverage diagonal cutter, meaning its jaw geometry is designed to multiply hand force for cutting hardened wire with less effort than a standard cutter. The multi-component handle spreads grip pressure over repeated use, which matters more on jobs involving many cuts in a row than on occasional use.
Specifications
| Brand | Knipex |
|---|---|
| Model | 71 32 200 |
| Item Weight | 13.4 ounces |
| Handle | Multi component |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in cutters.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| KNIPEX 71 32 200 CutterThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 1,856 | 4.2 / 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 |
| Ridgid 40617 CutterRidgid | 4.8 / 5 | 7,100 | 4.6 / 5 |
| IGAN-P6 ANICEMOON CutterIGAN-P6 | 4.6 / 5 | 11,400 | 4.5 / 5 |
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Questions about the Knipex 71 32 200
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What does the 200 in Knipex 71 32 200 mean?
It refers to the tool's length in millimeters, about 8 inches.
What is the handle made of?
A multi-component grip combining a firm inner material with a softer outer layer.
How much does it weigh?
13.42 ounces.