BOW XT2 Clamp
- Clamp
- 1.5 pounds
- 3.6 × 1 × 7.6 inches
- More reviewed than 57%
A compact 1.5 pound clamp from BOW with a 4.6 rating across 362 reviews. Reasonable for small scale holding tasks, though clamping force and jaw opening are not listed.
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How it ranks among the 377 clamps we track
4.6★ across 362 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
362 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
200+ 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 377 clamps we track - how the scorecard works · full clamps 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 BOW XT2 is a clamp weighing 1.5 pounds with a footprint of about 3.6 by 1 by 7.6 inches, sized for smaller workpieces rather than large panel glue ups.
At 7.6 inches in its longest dimension and 1.5 pounds, the XT2 reads as a smaller bar or trigger style clamp meant for holding pieces steady during assembly, gluing or light fabrication rather than clamping wide panels. Amazon does not list a jaw opening or clamping force for this ASIN, so buyers working on larger stock should confirm those numbers before ordering.
- 1.5 pound clamp
- About 3.6 x 1 x 7.6 inches
- 4.6 rating, 362 reviews
- 200 bought in the past month
Who it's for
DIYers and light woodworkers who need a compact clamp for small assemblies. Not the right choice for anyone clamping wide panels or needing a stated clamping force, since that spec is not published here.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Compact and light at 1.5 pounds
- Easy to position one handed
- Good rating across a large review count
- No published clamping force
- Jaw opening not listed, size suits smaller work
Performance notes
The XT2's compact size, under 8 inches long and 1.5 pounds, makes it easy to position one handed in tight spaces. That same size limits it to smaller workpieces, since Amazon does not list a jaw opening wide enough to confirm it for larger panel work.
Specifications
| Brand | BOW |
|---|---|
| Model | XT2 |
| Item Weight | 1.5 pounds |
| Dimensions | 3.6 × 1 × 7.6 inches |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in clamps.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOW XT2 ClampThis product | 4.6 / 5 | 362 | 4.0 / 5 |
| IRWIN 1964758 ClampIrwin | 4.7 / 5 | 23,290 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Bessey BPC-H34 ClampBESSEY | 4.8 / 5 | 9,535 | 4.5 / 5 |
| Yost LV-4 ClampYost | 4.6 / 5 | 10,723 | 4.5 / 5 |
| EMART EM-CLAMP-6EMART | 4.7 / 5 | 4,997 | 4.4 / 5 |
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Questions about the BOW XT2
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
How big is the BOW XT2 clamp?
It measures about 3.6 by 1 by 7.6 inches and weighs 1.5 pounds.
What is the clamping force of the XT2?
Amazon does not list a clamping force or jaw opening for this listing.
Is the XT2 good for large panel glue ups?
Its compact size points to smaller workpieces rather than wide panels, though exact jaw opening is not confirmed.