Knipex 9K 00 80 18 US Plier
- Plier
- 10.6 ounces
- Plastic
A well reviewed plier from a trusted brand with steady recent sales, though buyers should confirm exact configuration and jaw type before ordering.
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How it ranks among the 311 pliers we track
4.7★ across 253 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
253 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
100+ 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
This Knipex plier has a plastic handle and weighs 10.56 ounces. It has a 4.7 star rating from 253 reviews and recent purchase activity of around 100 units in the past month.
Knipex is a German brand known for pliers used in electrical, mechanical, and general trade work. The 9K prefix in this model number typically marks a Knipex tool set rather than a single loose plier, though the listing here does not break out a piece count, so confirm exact configuration on the product page before buying.
- 10.56 ounce item weight
- Plastic handle
- 4.7 stars, 253 reviews
- About 100 bought in the past month
Who it's for
Aimed at tradespeople or serious DIYers already familiar with Knipex quality who need a plier for regular shop use. Not the pick if you need confirmed details on jaw type or set contents.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- From an established plier manufacturer
- 4.7 star rating across 253 reviews
- Recent purchase volume around 100 per month
- Exact jaw type not specified
- Set contents, if any, not confirmed
Performance notes
A plastic handle at just over 10 ounces points to a tool built for grip comfort over long use rather than raw mass. Knipex pliers generally rely on hardened jaws for durability, though this listing does not specify jaw hardness or type.
Specifications
| Brand | Knipex |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 10.6 ounces |
| Handle | Plastic |
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How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in pliers.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knipex 9K 00 80 18 US PlierThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 253 | 4.0 / 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".
How much does the Knipex 9K 00 80 18 US weigh?
10.56 ounces.
What is the handle material?
Plastic.
How popular is this plier currently?
Around 100 units were bought in the past month, per Amazon's data.