Vice K180003 Plier
- Plier
- TPR
A well-reviewed general plier with a cushioned handle, though the listing withholds jaw details, so it fits casual use better than a spec-driven purchase.
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How it ranks among the 311 pliers we track
4.5★ across 314 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
314 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 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
A basic plier from Vice with a TPR-coated handle for grip comfort during gripping and cutting tasks. Beyond the handle material, Amazon lists no jaw type, length or additional specs, so this reads as a general-purpose plier rather than a specialized one.
Vice keeps the listing sparse: model number, handle material and not much else. That thinness means shoppers are largely trusting the 4.5 star average and high recent purchase volume rather than a documented feature set. Worth confirming jaw style and overall length before buying if a specific plier type is needed.
- TPR-coated handle
- 4.5 star average
- 314 total ratings
- 300 bought in the past month
Who it's for
Suits anyone who wants a general gripping and cutting plier for a toolbox or junk drawer without needing to match a precise jaw profile. Not the pick for a trade job that calls for a named plier type, since none is confirmed here.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- TPR handle adds grip cushioning
- Strong recent purchase volume signals steady demand
- No jaw type, length or material listed
- Description field is empty, leaving no seller-provided detail to check
Performance notes
The TPR handle coating is the only functional detail Vice provides, and TPR is a soft rubberized plastic used across hand tools to cushion the palm and reduce slip during squeezing. It says nothing about jaw hardness, cutting edge or reach, so day-to-day performance on any specific task is unverified by the spec sheet.
Specifications
| Brand | Vice |
|---|---|
| Model | K180003 |
| Handle | TPR |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in pliers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vice K180003 PlierThis product | 4.5 / 5 | 314 | 4.0 / 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 |
| Klein D248-9ST PlierKlein | 4.8 / 5 | 6,158 | 4.6 / 5 |
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Questions about the Vice K180003
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
What handle material does the Vice K180003 use?
TPR, a rubberized thermoplastic used to cushion the grip during use.
Does the listing specify the jaw type?
No, jaw style and length are not included in the available specs.
Is the Vice K180003 a popular seller?
It shows 314 ratings averaging 4.5 stars and 300 units bought in the past month.