KNIPEX 26 18 200 US Plier
- Plier
- 7.4 ounces
- Alloy Steel
- Better rated than 66%
A standard 8 inch combination plier in alloy steel from a brand known for German made hand tools, a reasonable pick if general purpose gripping and cutting is what you need.
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How it ranks among the 311 pliers we track
4.8★ across 240 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
240 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
Modest tracked demand 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
The Knipex 26 18 200 US is a plier from Knipex's combination pliers line, built with alloy steel jaws and handles and weighing 7.36 ounces. It carries a 4.8 average rating across 240 ratings.
Knipex numbers its combination pliers by jaw style and length, and the 200 in this model code points to an 8 inch tool, the size most home and shop toolboxes carry for general gripping, bending and cutting work. There is no seller description on this listing, so buyers should confirm jaw capacity and cutting edge specifics before ordering.
- Alloy steel construction
- 7.36 ounce weight
- Knipex 26 series pliers
- 4.8 rating, 240 ratings
Who it's for
Suited to anyone who wants a single all purpose plier for gripping, holding and light wire work rather than a dedicated cutter or specialty jaw shape. Less useful to buyers who already own a full plier set and need something more specific, like needle nose or diagonal cutters.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Alloy steel jaws and handles for repeated use
- Light at 7.36 ounces for one handed work
- 4.8 average across 240 ratings
- No jaw opening or cutting capacity listed
- No seller description to confirm exact use case
Performance notes
Alloy steel construction is standard for pliers built to flex and grip repeatedly without deforming, and at 7.36 ounces this is light enough for one handed use in tight spaces. No cutting capacity or jaw opening figures are listed, so match it against a spec sheet if you have a specific wire gauge or bolt size in mind.
Specifications
| Brand | Knipex |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 7.4 ounces |
| 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 26 18 200 US PlierThis product | 4.8 / 5 | 240 | 3.7 / 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 |
| 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 Knipex 26 18 200 US Plier made of?
Alloy steel, per the listed handle material.
How much does it weigh?
7.36 ounces.