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Craftsman

CRAFTSMAN CMHT73561 Cutter

  • Cutter
  • 1.1 pounds
4.7/ 5 on Amazon383Amazon ratings100+bought last month4.0ProductDome score
  • Better rated than 64%
Medium confidenceLast refreshed Aug 4, 2026Amazon data + ProductDome analysis · methodology
Best forYou want a light, Craftsman-branded hand cutter for general shop tasks

A light, Craftsman-branded cutter at 1.1 pounds, best suited to general shop use where exact cutting specs are less critical.

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ProductDome scorecard

How it ranks among the 346 cutters we track

4.0/ 5ProductDome scoreMedium confidence
Owner satisfaction · 56% of scorecategory median 4.6★4.7

4.7★ across 383 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.

Evidence strength · 17% of scorecategory median 653 ratings3.2

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

Buyer demand · 11% of score2.7

100+ 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 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

Weighing about 1.1 pounds, the CRAFTSMAN CMHT73561 is a hand-held cutting tool sold under the Craftsman name. It suits shop and household users who want a Craftsman-branded cutter for general use.

Beyond the Craftsman brand and CMHT73561 model number, the listing supplies little else, so the exact cutting style, whether wire, diagonal, or utility, is not confirmed here and should be checked against product images before buying for a specific job. At 1.1 pounds it is light enough for one-handed handling. With 383 reviews at 4.7 stars it has an established sales history even without review excerpts provided.

  • Craftsman CMHT73561 model
  • 1.1 pounds
  • 4.7 rating from 383 reviews
  • 100 bought in the past month

Who it's for

Fits buyers who already trust the Craftsman name and want a light, hand-held cutter for general shop tasks. Less suited to anyone needing a specific cutting capacity or blade type confirmed before purchase, since that detail is not in the listing.

Strengths and trade-offs

Drawn from this product's published specifications.

What stands out
  • Light 1.1 pound weight for easy handling
  • Craftsman brand backing
What to check first
  • Cutting type and capacity not specified
  • No review text provided to confirm performance

Performance notes

At 1.1 pounds this cutter is light enough for extended one-handed use without fatigue, which matters more for repeated cutting tasks than raw jaw strength. The listing does not specify cutting capacity or blade material, so match it against your intended material before relying on it for a specific job.

Specifications

BrandCraftsman
ModelCMHT73561
Item Weight1.1 pounds

How it compares

This product against the closest alternatives we track in cutters.

ProductAmazon ratingRatingsProductDome score
CRAFTSMAN CMHT73561 CutterThis product4.7 / 53834.0 / 5
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Klein VDV226-110 CutterKlein4.8 / 511,6004.7 / 5
Ridgid 40617 CutterRidgid4.8 / 57,1004.6 / 5
IGAN-P6 ANICEMOON CutterIGAN-P64.6 / 511,4004.5 / 5
Frequently asked

Questions about the Craftsman CMHT73561

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

How much does the CRAFTSMAN CMHT73561 weigh?

About 1.1 pounds, per the listing.

What type of cutter is this?

The listing labels it a cutter without specifying wire, diagonal, or utility style, so check the product images for that detail.

Is this a Craftsman product?

Yes, it is sold under the Craftsman brand.